Z Sport, Part II: Powering Subaru Engine & Chassis Upgrades A few months back, I highlighted a project car being built by Z Sport. The car is now back together and running. Charles Damewood, the car’s owner and a principle at Z Sport, has been driving the car to break in the engine, and get an idea of what needs to be sorted out as far as engine management before doing a full on dynamometer test. As soon as fuel mapping and software issues are resolved, we... More

Alignment and Suspension Specs: Ford Fusion 2006-2010 In 2006 when Ford introduced the Fusion, many could not help but to compare it to the third- and fourth-generation Taurus models. The previous generation had a reputation for broken springs and tire shredding bushing problems. The 2006-2010 Fusion is a different story. More

Kia Preventive Maintenance: Chassis, Engine & Brake Repairs More Kias on the road means more repair and maintenance opportunities for the import car specialist, so don't let them pass you by. In this article, Bob Dowie focuses on the most common problems and maintenance items that have them finding their way into your bays - like check engine light, brake and chassis repairs. More

Tech Tip: Creaking/Squawking from Front Strut Area Owners of some Chrysler and Dodge vehicles may complain of a creaking or squawking noise coming from the front strut area while they are turning in either direction during low speed parking lot maneuvers. More

Alignment & Suspension Specs: 2003-2007 Cadillac CTS The first-generation Cadillac CTS was introduced in 2003 and ended production in the 2007 model year. The Cadillac CTS was built on GM's rear-wheel drive Sigma platform. The CTS for years 2003-2007 came with two suspension packages­ - standard and sport. The packages have two different alignment specifications. The RPO codes for these packages can be found on the underside of the spare tire cover... More

GM Tech Tip: Electric Power Steering Hard to Turn The power steering inoperative or hard to turn. The vehicle will also have a "Power Steering Message Displayed" on DIC and codes C0176, C0475, C0476, C0550, U2105 or U2107 set. The following diagnostics might be helpful if the vehicle exhibits these condition(s) More

Tech Feature: Steering Linkage Service Although most technicians take steering linkages for granted, it pays to review the basics. Knowing them can prevent everything from excessive tire wear to the most serious situation - loss of driver control due to failure of this system. More

Tech Feature: Special Tools for Steering and Suspension Work Steering and suspension work, like engine repair or electrical diagnosis, often requires special tools for certain jobs. More

Tech Tip: Hyundai Power Steering Pump Whining Noise Before replacing a power steering oil pump on a 2003 Accent for a "whining" noise condition, check the oil pump reservoir filter screen for contamination. If the filter screen at the bottom of the oil pump reservoir is clogged, it may cause the pump to aerate and produce a "whining" noise. More

Tech Feature: Servicing MacPherson Struts In today's fast-paced import service market, it's easy to forget the basics of inspecting and repairing MacPherson struts on front suspension systems. But before we get into servicing MacPherson struts, let's take a look at the design and function of most modern front suspension struts. More

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