Chassis Parts Overview:
The demand for replacement chassis parts has remained fairly steady in recent years. The demand for replacement parts is a function of vehicle age and miles driven. In a soft economy, people are keeping their vehicles longer than ever before. The average age of all cars and light trucks today is at an all-time high
Raybestos Brakes Announces ‘Red Hot Smokin’ Rebate
McHENRY, Ill. – Raybestos brake and chassis products – a member of the Affinia family of brands – is giving technicians new cash rebates for their customers and a business-building sweepstakes program for their shops. If the potential $80 rebate doesn’t capture consumer attention, the chance to win a 2013 Raybestos ROUSH Stage 3 Mustang
Raybestos Brakes Announces ‘Red Hot Smokin’ Rebate
Technicians can earn back rewards and a chance to win a 2013 Raybestos Roush Stage 3 Mustang.
ASE P2: Time To ‘Get The Lead Out’
2011 is the final year for ASE paper-based testing.
ASE PS2 Test Preparation Guide: Cooling System
The cooling system’s job is to manage heat produced by the engine, to help the engine warm up quickly and maintain a consistent operating temperature and provide heat for the heater. ● COOLANT — A mixture of water and antifreeze circulates inside the engine and radiator. There are two basic types of antifreeze: ethylene glycol
ASE PS2 Test Preparation Guide: Electrical System
● BATTERY — Provides current for cranking the engine, and to supplement the electrical needs of the vehicle. Automotive 12-volt batteries are usually located in the engine compartment, but some may be mounted elsewhere (under back seat, in the trunk, behind the inner fender splash guard, etc.). Most are maintenance-free and require no make-up water
ASE PS2 Test Preparation Guide: Exhaust Parts
● MUFFLERS AND RESONATORS — Used to control exhaust noise, the muffler or resonator is mounted behind the catalytic converter. A second muffler or resonator may be located further back for additional sound control. Vehicles with dual exhausts usually have separate mufflers for each side, but some may share a common muffler. Mufflers and resonators
ASE PS2 Test Preparation Guide: Ignition System
● SPARK PLUGS — Provide a source of ignition in each cylinder of a gasoline-powered engine. High voltage from an ignition coil passes down through the spark plug’s conductive core and jumps across an electrode gap at the end of the plug to create a spark. This ignites the air/fuel mixture in the combustion chamber
ASE PS2 Test Preparation Guide: Manual Transmission/Transaxle Parts
● CLUTCH — Used with manual transmissions to engage and disengage the engine from the transmission and when shifting gears. The clutch is bolted to the flywheel on the back of the engine, and clamps the clutch disc against the flywheel when the clutch is engaged. When the clutch pedal is depressed to disengage the
ASE PS2 Test Preparation Guide: Fuel System
● FUEL PUMP — Delivers fuel from the fuel tank to the engine. Fuel injected engines usually have a tank-mounted, high-pressure electric pump. Older carbureted vehicles used an engine-mounted, low-pressure mechanical pump. Most EFI fuel pumps operate at 35 to 85 PSI or higher. Designs vary and include single- or double-vane, roller-vane, turbine or gerotor
