http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/ Brake & Front End: The Complete Undercar Service Magazine 120 en-us Articles@DirectoryM.com Articles@DirectoryM.com http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/ Brake & Front End: The Complete Undercar Service Magazine http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Images/Image.aspx?Site=customDarkBlueWAdSense_en-US Local resource for wheel maintenance in Chicago, IL. Includes detailed information on local companies providing auto services and which give access to wheel care, wheel replacement, tires, alloy wheels, rims, wheel refinishing, wheel repair, wheel alignment, as well as to other wheel maintenance services. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Wheel_Maintenance_Chicago_IL-p1555558-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Wheel_Maintenance_Chicago_IL-p1555558-Chicago_IL.html Local resource for wheel brearings in Chicago, IL. Includes detailed information on local companies providing auto services and which give access to wheel bearings, wheel hub, brake drum, brake rotor, bearings replacement, front wheel bearings, rear wheel bearings, wheel rotation, hub replacement, as well as to other wheel repair and maintenance services. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Wheel_Bearings_Chicago_IL-p1555557-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Wheel_Bearings_Chicago_IL-p1555557-Chicago_IL.html Local resource for transmission leak repair in Chicago, IL. Includes detailed information on local companies providing auto services and which give access to auto fluid leak detections, transmission leak sealers, transmission additives, as well as resources on transmission fluid leak causes and symptoms and other transmission leak repair services. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Transmission_Leak_Repair_Chicago_IL-p1555556-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Transmission_Leak_Repair_Chicago_IL-p1555556-Chicago_IL.html Local resource for Toyota brake repair in Chicago, IL. Includes detailed information on local Toyota service centers, as well as on other auto service companies that give access to Toyota brake inspection, Toyota brake fluid service, Toyota brake pads, Toyota brake rotors, Toyota brake calipers, Toyota brake master cylinder, Toyota disc brakes, as well as to other Toyota brake repair and maintenance services. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Toyota_Brake_Repair_Chicago_IL-p1555555-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Toyota_Brake_Repair_Chicago_IL-p1555555-Chicago_IL.html Local resource for tire balancing service in Chicago, IL. Includes detailed information on local companies providing auto services and which give access to tire mounting, tire alignment, tire rotation, tire repair, tire replacement, tire installation, as well as to other tire balancing and tire maintenance services. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Tire_Balancing_Service_Chicago_IL-p1555554-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Tire_Balancing_Service_Chicago_IL-p1555554-Chicago_IL.html Local resource for Subaru brake repair in Chicago, IL. Includes detailed information on local Subaru service centers, as well as on other auto service companies that give access to Subaru brake inspection, Subaru brake fluid service, Subaru brake pads, Subaru brake rotors, Subaru brake calipers, Subaru brake master cylinder, Subaru disc brakes, as well as to other Subaru brake repair and maintenance services. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Subaru_Brake_Repair_Chicago_IL-p1555553-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Subaru_Brake_Repair_Chicago_IL-p1555553-Chicago_IL.html Local resource for parking brake in Chicago, IL. Includes detailed information on local companies providing auto services and which give access to parking brakes, also known as emergency brakes, e-brakes or hand brakes, drum parking brakes, disc parking brakes, parking brake lever, electric parking brakes, but also to other braking system services. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Parking_Brake_Chicago_IL-p1555552-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Parking_Brake_Chicago_IL-p1555552-Chicago_IL.html Local resource for Midas tires in Chicago, IL. Includes detailed information on Midas tire suppliers, as well as on Midas dealers and shops who provide tire and auto services such as auto maintenance, tire inspection, tire rotation, tire balance, tire alignment, brake repair, oil change services and tire replacement. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Midas_Tires_Chicago_IL-p1555551-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Midas_Tires_Chicago_IL-p1555551-Chicago_IL.html Local resource for lift kits in Chicago, IL. Includes detailed information on local companies providing auto services and which give access to leveling and body lift kits, shock absorbers, suspension kits, steering stabilizers, performance suspension parts, truck lift kits, brake upgrade, as well as to coil and schackle suspension and spring over axle (SPOA). http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Lift_Kits_Chicago_IL-p1555550-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Lift_Kits_Chicago_IL-p1555550-Chicago_IL.html Local resource for Honda brake repair in Chicago, IL. Includes detailed information on local Honda service centers, as well as on other auto service companies that give access to Honda brake inspection, Honda brake fluid service, Honda brake pads, Honda brake rotors, Honda brake calipers, Honda brake master cylinder, Honda disc brakes, as well as to other Honda brake repair and maintenance services. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Honda_Brake_Repair_Chicago_IL-p1555549-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Honda_Brake_Repair_Chicago_IL-p1555549-Chicago_IL.html Local resource for Ford brake repair in Chicago, IL. Includes detailed information on local Ford service centers, as well as on other auto service companies that give access to Ford brake inspection, Ford brake fluid service, Ford brake pads, Ford brake rotors, Ford brake calipers, Ford brake master cylinder, Ford disc brakes, as well as to other Ford brake repair and maintenance services. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Ford_Brake_Repair_Chicago_IL-p1555548-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Ford_Brake_Repair_Chicago_IL-p1555548-Chicago_IL.html Local resource for Ford brake covers in Chicago, IL. Includes detailed information on local Ford accessories suppliers and other auto service companies that give access to Ford brake covers, Ford brake kits, Ford brake caliper covers, Ford brake dust shields, as well as to other Ford brake maintenance and wheel care services. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Ford_Brake_Covers_Chicago_IL-p1555547-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Ford_Brake_Covers_Chicago_IL-p1555547-Chicago_IL.html Local resource for Dodge brake repair in Chicago, IL. Includes detailed information on local Dodge service centers, as well as on other auto service companies that give access to Dodge brake inspection, Dodge brake fluid service, Dodge brake pads, Dodge brake rotors, Dodge brake calipers, Dodge brake master cylinder, Dodge disc brakes, as well as to other Dodge brake repair and maintenance services. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Dodge_Brake_Repair_Chicago_IL-p1555546-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Dodge_Brake_Repair_Chicago_IL-p1555546-Chicago_IL.html Local resource for Chrysler brake repair in Chicago, IL. Includes detailed information on local Chrysler service centers, as well as on other auto service companies that give access to Chrysler brake inspection, Chrysler brake fluid service, Chrysler brake pads, Chrysler brake rotors, Chrysler brake calipers, Chrysler brake master cylinder, Chrysler disc brakes, as well as to other Chrysler brake repair and maintenance services. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Chrysler_Brake_Repair_Chicago_IL-p1555545-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Chrysler_Brake_Repair_Chicago_IL-p1555545-Chicago_IL.html Local resource for Cadillac brake repair in Chicago, IL. Includes detailed information on local Cadillac service centers, as well as on other auto service companies that give access to Cadillac brake inspection, Cadillac brake fluid service, Cadillac brake pads, Cadillac brake rotors, Cadillac brake calipers, Cadillac brake master cylinder, Cadillac disc brakes, as well as to other Cadillac brake repair and maintenance services. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Cadillac_Brake_Repair_Chicago_IL-p1555544-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Cadillac_Brake_Repair_Chicago_IL-p1555544-Chicago_IL.html Local resource for brake parts in Chicago, IL. Includes detailed information on local companies providing auto services and which give access to brake rotors, brake pads, brake kits, performance brakes, ABS brake parts, disc brakes, drum brakes, as well as to other brake parts and brake repair and maintenance services. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Brake_Parts_Chicago_IL-p1555543-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Brake_Parts_Chicago_IL-p1555543-Chicago_IL.html Local resource for brake pads in Chicago, IL. Includes detailed information on local companies providing auto services and which give access to semimetallic, nonasbestos organic, low-metallic NAO and ceramic brake pads, brake pad replacement, brake rotors, brake calipers, brake parts, but also to other brake repair and maintenance services. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Brake_Pads_Chicago_IL-p1555542-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Brake_Pads_Chicago_IL-p1555542-Chicago_IL.html Local resource for brake pad replacement in Chicago, IL. Provides detailed information on local companies offering auto services and which give access to different types of brake pads, including semimetallic, nonasbestos organic, low-metallic NAO and ceramic brake pads, but also you can find resources on brake rotors, brake calipers, brake pad repair, brake kits and brake maintenance. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Brake_Pad_Replacement_Chicago_IL-p1555541-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Brake_Pad_Replacement_Chicago_IL-p1555541-Chicago_IL.html Local resource for brake master cylinder installation in Chicago, IL. Includes detailed information on local companies providing auto services and which give access to brake master cylinder components, brake hydraulics, brake master cylinder replacement, brake master cylinder leaks, brake fluid lines, manual hydraulic pressure, brake fluid removal, brake bleeding and other brake master cylinder installation services. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Brake_Master_Cylinder_Installation_Chicago_IL-p1555540-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Brake_Master_Cylinder_Installation_Chicago_IL-p1555540-Chicago_IL.html Local resource for brake inspections in Chicago, IL. Includes detailed information on local brake repair shops, as well as on companies providing auto services and which give access to brake inspections, brake rotors, brake pads, brake warning lights, grinding brakes, hard and low brake pedals and other brake systems and brake services. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Brake_Inspections_Chicago_IL-p1555539-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Brake_Inspections_Chicago_IL-p1555539-Chicago_IL.html Local resource for brake hydraulics in Chicago, IL. Includes detailed information on local companies providing auto services and which give access to brake fluid, brake caliper, master cylinder, disc brakes, brake pads, brake boosters and brake parts, as well as to other brake hydraulics repair and maintenance services. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Brake_Hydraulics_Chicago_IL-p1555538-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Brake_Hydraulics_Chicago_IL-p1555538-Chicago_IL.html Local resource for brake hardware in Chicago, IL. Includes detailed information on local companies providing auto services and which give access to brake calipers, brake pads, brake shoes, disc brakes, drum brakes, brake hardware kits for brake repair and brake replacement, as well as other brake parts and accessories. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Brake_Hardware_Chicago_IL-p1555537-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Brake_Hardware_Chicago_IL-p1555537-Chicago_IL.html Local resource for brake fluid in Chicago, IL. Includes detailed information on local companies providing auto services and which give access to brake fluid, hydraulic fluid, brake fluid change and replacement, silicone fluid, brake pads, brake shoes, master cylinders, as well as other brake repair and auto maintenance services. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Brake_Fluid_Chicago_IL-p1555536-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Brake_Fluid_Chicago_IL-p1555536-Chicago_IL.html Local resource for brake drums repair in Chicago, IL. Includes detailed information on local companies providing auto services and which give access to brake drums repair, brake drums replacement, brake drums removal, brake shoes, brake pads, brake rotors, brake calipers, brake tools, as well as other brake repair and brake inspection services. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Brake_Drums_Repair_Chicago_IL-p1555535-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Brake_Drums_Repair_Chicago_IL-p1555535-Chicago_IL.html Local resource for Audi brake repair in Chicago, IL. Includes detailed information on local Audi service centers, as well as on auto service companies that give access to Audi brake inspection, Audi brake repair and replacement, Audi brake fluid service, Audi brake pads, Audi brake rotors, Audi brake calipers, Audi brake master cylinder and Audi disc brakes. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Audi_Brake_Repair_Chicago_IL-p1555534-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Audi_Brake_Repair_Chicago_IL-p1555534-Chicago_IL.html Local resource for ABS brakes in Chicago, IL. Includes detailed information on local companies providing auto services that give access to anti-lock braking systems (ABS), ABS brakes, Controller Anti-lock Brake (CAB), wheel sensors, ABS sensors, ABS sensor replacement, ABS diagnostics, ABS brake diagnostic, anti-lock brake parts, as well as other ABS brakes services. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/ABS_Brakes_Chicago_IL-p1555533-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/ABS_Brakes_Chicago_IL-p1555533-Chicago_IL.html Most people have no clue how their vehicle works or the repair procedures involved. Since they don't understand the parts involved and how they work, they don't understand how they wear out. They understand even less the fact that parts usually work fine until they can no longer perform their duty. As automotive professionals, we know that parts usually aren't broken until they're broken (to put it simply). http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Shop_Management_Doctors_Orders_Chicago_IL-r1349806-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Shop_Management_Doctors_Orders_Chicago_IL-r1349806-Chicago_IL.html Drivers would surely love to have brake pads last for life. Service shop owners may have a different opinion. I'm sure that shop owners must deal daily with the question from the customer regarding the life of the pads. How many miles should I get out of a set of pads? Why did they wear out so quickly? My buddy got at least 10,000 more miles on his brakes than I did? http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Brake_Pad_Wear_Chicago_IL-r1349805-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Brake_Pad_Wear_Chicago_IL-r1349805-Chicago_IL.html Brake systems are complex and require an understanding of what is the root cause in generating the noise. Noisy brakes are not squeaking door hinges waiting to be lubed. You cannot simply apply a magic substance to make them quiet. It is not that using lubricants, pastes and sprays are not effective, it is simply intuitive that minimizing friction (without consideration of braking performance) using the most expedient available application is cost effective with respect to service labor. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Brake_NVH_What_Does_Your_Shop_do_When_a_Brake_Complaint_Due_to_Noise_Enters_the_Service_Bays_Chicago_IL-r1349804-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Brake_NVH_What_Does_Your_Shop_do_When_a_Brake_Complaint_Due_to_Noise_Enters_the_Service_Bays_Chicago_IL-r1349804-Chicago_IL.html Before replacing calipers be sure to perform brake system tests that eliminate other possible vehicle problems that might cause the fade or excessive pedal travel. Refer to the Ford Light Truck Shop Manual, Section 12-01, for diagnostic procedures and adjustments that may be necessary. Read on to find out more. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Phenolic_Pistons_Chicago_IL-r1349802-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Phenolic_Pistons_Chicago_IL-r1349802-Chicago_IL.html Gently push in the caliper piston only enough to fit over the new pads and shims. Toyota says that it is not necessary to crack the bleeders during this procedure and doing so could cause more problems than it solves. If you feel comfortable blocking the brake hose and cracking the bleeders to remove displaced brake fluid, it can be done this way. See TSB BR0012 for more information. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Toyota_Prius_Brake_System_FAQ_Chicago_IL-r1349800-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Toyota_Prius_Brake_System_FAQ_Chicago_IL-r1349800-Chicago_IL.html The new Level-Rite system helps level the front end of vehicles that carry additional weight on the front such as winches, snowplows, slide-in campers and Texas-style bumpers. Featuring a fully protected air spring paired with a high-performance Bilstein monotube shock absorber, Firestone's Level-Rite kits are designed to improve vehicle control and stability, reduce bottoming and suspension fatigue, and allow for control of front ground clearance. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Dodge_Ram_Level_Rite_Air_Helper_Springs_Available_from_Firestone_Industrial_Products_Chicago_IL-r1349799-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Dodge_Ram_Level_Rite_Air_Helper_Springs_Available_from_Firestone_Industrial_Products_Chicago_IL-r1349799-Chicago_IL.html Incorrect diagnosis of low brake pedals accounts for a great deal of wasted manpower and replacement of unnecessary parts. The list of possible causes of a low brake pedal differs from one vehicle to another. Unfortunately, one of the common mistakes made by technicians when diagnosing this condition is treating all vehicles the same. This is a big mistake. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/ASE_A5BRAKES_Study_Buddy_Master_Cylinders_and_Quick_Take_up_Valves_Chicago_IL-r1349798-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/ASE_A5BRAKES_Study_Buddy_Master_Cylinders_and_Quick_Take_up_Valves_Chicago_IL-r1349798-Chicago_IL.html Removing some shocks on some vehicles can be difficult. Often, on some rear-wheel-drive vehicles, the nut is seized to the stud so that turning the nut to remove it simply rotates the entire shaft of the shock. These will usually come off with repeated blasts of an impact wrench. If it's too tight for that, try this. Place the correct size deep socket over the stud and onto the nut. Insert a long extension into the socket. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Shock_Removal_Tip_Chicago_IL-r1349797-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Shock_Removal_Tip_Chicago_IL-r1349797-Chicago_IL.html The common stopping distance test requires you to accelerate the vehicle to a given speed and slam on the brake and then measure how far it took to bring the vehicle to a stop. Most evaluations use a target speed of 60 mph, 70 mph or 80 mph. Of course the European magazines will run at 100 kph (62.5 mph). It is common to run a series of 5-8 stops and report either the best or average distance. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Bragging_Rights_Chicago_IL-r1349796-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Bragging_Rights_Chicago_IL-r1349796-Chicago_IL.html It was a customer of mine that I recognized quite well. She was a regular customer, a good customer. It didn't start off so well though. The first time I remember her bringing her Jeep Cherokee into the shop, the water pump was leaking. She was what you might call a hard sell. Learn more about how I manage the case and different customer types. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Selling_Services_Mind_Games_The_Four_Customer_Types_Chicago_IL-r1349795-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Selling_Services_Mind_Games_The_Four_Customer_Types_Chicago_IL-r1349795-Chicago_IL.html Loose wheel bearings will cause the rotor to tilt in the caliper when a load or side thrust is placed on the bearings. Disc brake pistons require lots of fluid volume and pressure to push the pad against the rotor. If loosely adjusted wheel bearings force the pistons into the caliper, the result will be a low or spongy brake pedal. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/10_of_Your_Top_Brake_Pulsation_Questions_Chicago_IL-r1349794-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/10_of_Your_Top_Brake_Pulsation_Questions_Chicago_IL-r1349794-Chicago_IL.html AirSept’s new A/C Charge Guard filter allows technicians to charge refrigerant into hybrid vehicles while eliminating the risk of lubricant contamination causing damage to electric compressors. Introducing even a small amount of PAG oil (the lubricant commonly used in belt-driven compressors) can damage the high voltage insulation in an electric compressor. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/AirSepts_AC_Charge_Guard_Keeps_PAG_Oil_Out_of_Electric_Compressors_Chicago_IL-r1349793-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/AirSepts_AC_Charge_Guard_Keeps_PAG_Oil_Out_of_Electric_Compressors_Chicago_IL-r1349793-Chicago_IL.html The key feature of the "PRO" is The Professional Fuel Injection Application Manual (P/N 6550MAN-08), with 1997 to 2008 Make/Model/Year/Vin application data, referencing the fuel pump disable points, OE fuel pressure specs, adapter number and fuel line access points. OE labor rate information in the operating instructions provides the convenience of having a single point of service information. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/OTC_Professional_Master_Fuel_Injection_Kit_Chicago_IL-r1349792-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/OTC_Professional_Master_Fuel_Injection_Kit_Chicago_IL-r1349792-Chicago_IL.html A vehicle's weight, center of gravity, height and dimensions will influence the amount of weight transfer. The amount of weight transferred equals the vehicle's weight times the center of gravity height, times the lateral or fore-and-aft force coefficient (expressed in g force), all divided by the track or wheelbase dimension expressed in inches. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/CrossOver_SUVs_Rear_Suspension_Dynamics_Chicago_IL-r1349791-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/CrossOver_SUVs_Rear_Suspension_Dynamics_Chicago_IL-r1349791-Chicago_IL.html Premium rotors typically use the same casting configuration as the original (same number of cooling ribs between the faces and same pattern). Vehicle manufacturers use different cooling rib configurations to "optimize" cooling for specific vehicle applications and to reduce harmonics that contribute to brake noise. If rotors with a different rib design or configuration are installed, it may create cooling and/or noise problems. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Rotor_Debate_Installing_New_Problems_Chicago_IL-r1349790-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Rotor_Debate_Installing_New_Problems_Chicago_IL-r1349790-Chicago_IL.html On this truck, the instrument panel cluster (IPC), body control module (BCM), EBCM, PCM and automatic transfer case control module (ATC) are all on the class 2 data line at pin 2 of the data link connector. The tech went to the splice pack (SP205) to determine which module was initially causing the problem. The splice pack joins all of the data circuits at one point, and is located on the lower left side of the dash behind the headlamp switch. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Tech_Tip_Silverado_Owner_Complains_that_ABS_Light_Comes_on_at_40_50_Mph_Chicago_IL-r1349789-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Tech_Tip_Silverado_Owner_Complains_that_ABS_Light_Comes_on_at_40_50_Mph_Chicago_IL-r1349789-Chicago_IL.html Automotive equipment manufacturers have been quick to respond by manufacturing a variety of fluid-flushing machines designed to remove dirty, oxidized fluids from engines, cooling systems, automatic transmissions, power steering pumps, braking systems and drive axle assemblies. In most cases, these machines will shorten fluid replacement times by automatically installing an equivalent volume of factory-fresh fluid. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Fluid_Service_Avoiding_the_Wallet_Flush_Chicago_IL-r1349787-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Fluid_Service_Avoiding_the_Wallet_Flush_Chicago_IL-r1349787-Chicago_IL.html To reduce the noise, Kia has redesigned the strut mount with a modified rubber composition to improve the overall sound dampening in the affected speed range. However, all other suspension components should be checked for performance prior to installing these replacement strut mounts. Concerns with worn out struts and/or rubber mounting components should be addressed before installing these revised mounts. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Tech_Tip_Front_Suspension_Noise_on_Bumpy_Roads_Chicago_IL-r1349786-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Tech_Tip_Front_Suspension_Noise_on_Bumpy_Roads_Chicago_IL-r1349786-Chicago_IL.html The formula for Uncle Earl’s Soap was developed for washing and protecting the hands of factory workers. It has proven to be extremely effective at removing dirt, microscopic metal shavings, grease and oils while strengthening skin and leaving it undamaged. Uncle Earl’s Soap has the cleaning power of a strong abrasive soap, but instead of damaging skin, as abrasives can do, it protects hands by leaving behind hydrating compounds after cleaning. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Uncle_Earls_Soap_Provides_Solution_for_Dry_Cracked_and_Hurting_Hands_Chicago_IL-r1349785-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Uncle_Earls_Soap_Provides_Solution_for_Dry_Cracked_and_Hurting_Hands_Chicago_IL-r1349785-Chicago_IL.html The terms Advance Trac and Integrated Vehicle Dynamics (IVD) are different names Ford has given to the same system. Two interchangeable names, one system. IVD is a function of the ABS module. It uses ABS and traction control functions together to help steer the body of the vehicle to match the driver's demand. IVD systems with only that ability are also referred to as stability assist. Roll Stability Control (RSC) is an IVD system that also aims to limit body roll. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Staying_on_Track_Advance_Trac_and_Integrated_Vehicle_Dynamics_Chicago_IL-r1349783-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Staying_on_Track_Advance_Trac_and_Integrated_Vehicle_Dynamics_Chicago_IL-r1349783-Chicago_IL.html Bleeding the brakes after brake components have been replaced is a step you don't want to skip if you want a firm brake pedal. Air trapped in the lines, calipers or wheel cylinders will make the pedal feel soft and spongy. Air is compressible, so when the brakes are applied any air bubbles in the system must first be compressed before the hydraulic fluid will transmit pressure to apply the brakes. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Selling_Services_Bleeding_ABS_Brakes_after_Component_Replacement_Chicago_IL-r1349780-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Selling_Services_Bleeding_ABS_Brakes_after_Component_Replacement_Chicago_IL-r1349780-Chicago_IL.html Many people in the automotive industry still hold the belief that you should be able to fix everything. This may have been feasible when the Big 3 dominated the vehicle landscape decades ago, but not now. I have said to manufacturers of brake pads, mufflers, filters, etc., "You make one product and don't offer full coverage, but you expect this small business with seven employees to be able to service every make and model on the road. Is that feasible today?" http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/We_Cant_Fix_It_Chicago_IL-r1349779-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/We_Cant_Fix_It_Chicago_IL-r1349779-Chicago_IL.html The MaxControl monotube shock for light-trucks and SUVs is based on a 46 mm bore size for a quick response to bumps and other road imperfections providing the smoothest ride possible. Single tube design and the new multi-stage sealing work to minimize operating temperatures and contamination for longer-lasting performance. Gabriel’s floating piston technology and high-pressure nitrogen charging offers improved handling and performance over conventional twin-tube shocks. http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Gabriel_Ride_Control_Products_MaxControl_Monotube_Shock_Absorber_Chicago_IL-r1349777-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/Gabriel_Ride_Control_Products_MaxControl_Monotube_Shock_Absorber_Chicago_IL-r1349777-Chicago_IL.html Beyond the obvious parts of the HVAC system, the radiator and heater core, blower motor, A/C evaporator and condenser, there are other components that help regulate the interior temperature regardless of the outside conditions. On all of these models, there is an auxiliary coolant pump, a switching valve assembly and various temperature sensors, flap actuators and a control head and processor (See Photo 2). http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/BMW_Climate_Control_Diagnostics_Resolving_Any_Cooling_System_Problems_First_Speeds_Repairs_Chicago_IL-r1349774-Chicago_IL.html http://local.brakeandfrontend.com/BMW_Climate_Control_Diagnostics_Resolving_Any_Cooling_System_Problems_First_Speeds_Repairs_Chicago_IL-r1349774-Chicago_IL.html