FILTERS: Motorists May Ignore Them, But They Can’t Afford To
When the economy slumps, what’s the first thing many motorists cut back on to save money? Maintenance. Repairs can’t be postponed because if their vehicle breaks down, it has to be fixed. But maintenance is something that’s performed at the vehicle owner’s discretion. He or she can decide what to service and when depending on
Hybrids Explained
Defining the term ‘hybrid’ as it relates to the automotive world.
ASE P2 Test Preparation Guide: Automatic Transmission
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:
• Identify major automatic transmission components
• Identify automatic transmission component functions
• Identify related items
• Provide basic use, installation and warranty information
Annual Technical Training Seminars
Every April, Counterman presents the annual Technical Sales Seminars. This year’s seminar series provides the technical details on 12 essential product categories.
Common Filter Questions
Automotive technology rarely stands still. Even filter technology is in a constant state of change. This month, we look at the facts on filters.
Tech Forum: Engine Management
QUESTION: Why does the “Check Engine” Light Come On? ANSWER: That’s a question that many people ask. Most people think the Check Engine Light comes on if an engine has any kind of problem whatsoever. But guess what? They’re wrong! The Check Engine Light only comes on if a fault is emissions-related. The fault does
Tech Forum: Alternators
QUESTION: Why do alternators have such a high return rate? ANSWER: Alternators have such a high return rate because they are often misdiagnosed as the cause of a charging problem or low battery. The alternator is the heart of the charging system. It generates the amps needed to keep the battery fully charged and to
No Fuel, No Go. It’s That Simple.
Internal combustion engines require a fuel delivery system that can not only supply fuel to the engine but also mix it with just the right amount of air to create an explosive mixture that urns efficiently and cleanly.
Fighting Electrical Returns
The Hazards Of Selling Starting, Charging & Ignition Parts
Fuel Delivery System — Keeping Injectors Clean
Clean fuel injectors are a must for peak engine performance, fuel economy and emissions. If the injectors are dirty and cant deliver their normal dose of fuel, then performance, fuel economy and emissions all suffer. Dirty injectors cant flow as much fuel as clean ones, nor can they deliver the correct spray pattern that is