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Wednesday, June 12, 2013

Mr Toyoda Goes To Washington


Well, that didnt take long. Literally hours after being formally invited to testify before Congress about Toyotas gas pedal recall, company president Akio Toyoda said hell be there.
In a very brief statement released Friday morning, Japan time, Toyoda said he "looks forward to speaking directly with Congress and the American people."

Full press release (remember, we said "brief") here.
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Thursday, June 6, 2013

Alfa Comes Back To The USA


Alfistis rejoice! After a decades-long absence, Alfa Romeo is coming back to America, thanks to the Fiat/Chrysler deal.

The product hits showrooms in 2012 and theres a lot of platform sharing with Chrysler.

Full details from Automotive News (free registration required).
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Saturday, June 1, 2013

GM To Add Brake Override Systems To All Automatic Transmission Vehicles


General Motors says it wants customers to be confident in its vehicles, so it will make brake override systems standard in all of its vehicles with automatic transmissions by the end of 2012.

Toyota plans to do the same next year, and the government is considering making it mandatory for all vehicles with automatics sold in the U.S.

The idea, of course, is to reduce the risk of unintended acceleration...press on the brake and the power to the engine is reduced. But, when data shows that the majority of those cases are actually drivers standing on the wrong pedal, the effect is likely to be minimal.

Full story from The Detroit News.
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Thursday, May 30, 2013

Mitsubishi To Triple Electric Car Output Sell i MiEV In U S In 2011


Mitsubishi says it plans to triple its electric car output over the next three years, and will sell the i-MiEV, currently on sale in Japan, here in the U.S. in 2011.

A seven-hour charge is good for up to 100 miles in the i-MiEV, according to Mitsu, but even they admit that its a pricey vehicle...it costs double what a Prius does in Japan...the equivalent of $51,000 in todays American dollars.

Full story from AP and The Detroit News here.
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Tuesday, May 28, 2013

How to use a mechanical gearbox under different conditions on the road

1. The road surface dry. Consider a few situations the use of fur. boxes in dry weather. If you are moving along the main road and you need to make a turn, in this case, you should gradually slow down. Do not use the gearbox to slow the car by shifting from high to lower. Also prohibited from turning on the clutch depressed, as the machine begins to accelerate. If you make a complete halt at the turning machine, you will need to squeeze the clutch, turn the first gear and continue on the route you want. 2. When a slippery road. During the ice is usually a lot of accidents. Describe how to avoid it. During the ice you should not assume that the car would lose traction. To do this, you should feel the car is good and as stated in the driver's quarters "to let her tightness. You should not move quickly and keep your distance for the traveling vehicle. Trogatsya should be covered with ice by about towing clutch. Release the clutch slowly until the car begins to move. While driving on slippery roads you have to remember not to make sudden braking because the car can bring, and you'll create a traffic hazard on the road. For safety, braking, use the gearbox by switching from high to low gear. Squeeze the clutch switch on low gear, release the clutch - a way to warn you away from drifting, as the wheels are not locked and the slow progress in the people call it "stop the engine." Such a braking system used on foreign cars «ABS», but domestic machines are not equipped with such a system. If you're stuck in the snow, use the build-up, forward - backward. 3. When going up and down the mountain. While climbing the mountain, use low gear, the minimum speed will save you from the exit of the mountain back. When you touch the hill then you need to squeeze the clutch, turn the first gear and release the brake pedal with the gas releasing the clutch. Then you are not rolled back. If you are afraid to die when touching up the hill, you better give more gas. Downhill in icy conditions better at lower speed, that there were no skid. And that the vehicle had not accelerated during the descent of the mountain, use the brake pedal.

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How to remove the VAZ 2110 gearbox

Removing the gearbox from your vehicle should be conducted in an observation well or use a lift. In the first step is to remove the splash from your engine. The next step is to disconnect the traction motor, as well as reactive thrust from the gearbox. Following the action must be from the gearbox to drain oil. Next, remove the bottom cover of the crater clutch by loosening the three mounting bolts, for this we use a special key "to 10". Withdrawals should be made of the right front wheel drive, replacing the hole in the gearbox plug of wood, or you can apply for this small piece of rubber hose. After take off the left front wheel drive. Unclip the clutch of the gearbox. Further need to disconnect the battery lead battery with a minus sign and remove the starter. After you disconnect wires from the light switch reverse, with the disconnect speed sensor. Remove ring by unscrewing the nut key "to 17". Unlinked left footing the power unit, this engine is put under stress. Unlinked from the crater of the clutch cylinder, turning the key 19 three bolts. Then remove the gearbox from the engine. In the future installation of transmission should be performed in reverse order.

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Monday, May 27, 2013

How to avoid a pig in a poke when buying a used car

Purchasing a used car a long time is not uncommon nowadays. Demand for such cars is called, above all, their low price. But we all know that used cars can cause unexpected costs associated with their repair. After all, the technical condition of the machine can only be assessed during its operation. To reduce the likelihood of the risks when buying should carefully examine the body, compare the shades and texture of paint. The difference in color will help determine the restored site. Used cars often have problems with the engine. To estimate it, try to start the car and opened the hood to listen to his work. In no case should be no sharp sounds, and the more knocks and clicks. The engine should publish uniform rustling, no sound speed (this is certainly the ideal). If the body and the engine is all right, you can sit behind the wheel and drive a little. Seats must be adjusted without any problems. In the process of movement on the flat section, try to let go of the steering wheel. If the car pulling to one side, then there is violation of the suspension geometry or body. There are still plenty of surprises, which may present used cars, so the most accurate assessment of the technical state of the upcoming purchase, you can get from the experts.

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Sunday, May 19, 2013

New Chevrolet Equinox 2010 Review Picture Trying To Compete In The SUV Class

Chevrolet Equinox 2010 Review - Another option is to put the Chevrolet SUV. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox has attempted to compete with rivals Class SUV. And now the Equinox is in position 4 and 22 affordable compact SUV. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox has received a number of improvements to its predecessor. Comes with a series of lists and choices 2WD-AWD. Chevrolet Equinox is a front engine, 5 places and 4 pääovista. This is a small family-owned.
Talked about the machine, 2010 Equinox has two engine options. First, versions of which were in line 2.4-liter four-cylinder that produces 182-HP 172 pounds-feet of torque. In the second quarter to be 3.0-liter V6 producing 264 hp 222 lb-ft of torque. light machine makes very pleasant car to drive both near and long distances. Chevrolet Equinox, the six-speed automatic transmission.

Equinox appearance, even if people do not immediately recognize him at first sight. The interior has been studied in detail so that passengers can enjoy sitting in it. Rear seat room was spacious and does not interfere knee. Large cargo area makes the value of the car still good.

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Saturday, May 18, 2013

How to Replace a BMW Camshaft Sensor


1. The sensor is located on the left side of the oil filter. Remove the air filter and air filter box.
2. Disconnect the wiring harness to the mass air flow sensor and the air box temperature sensor.
3. Remove the tube that leads to the idle control valve.
4. Unscrew the 6-mm nut with a socket that holds the hose clamp that downstream of the mass airflow sensor. You should now be able to see the camshaft position sensor.
5. Remove the air intake silencer with a 10-mm socket.
6. Using a 5-mm Allen key, remove the nut that holds the camshaft sensor in place. Remove the engine cover and disconnect the sensor electrical connection at the top of the motor. Clearance around the dipstick is tight, but it is possible to remove the connector.
7. Install the new camshaft sensor with an oiled O-ring. Ensure that the sensor seals properly, and then reassemble everything in the order of removal.
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Thursday, May 16, 2013

How to Replace the Oxygen Sensor on a BMW 740i


1. Pop the hood of your 740i and locate the rear exhaust manifold (found on the rear of the engine). The oxygen sensor will be sticking off of the back of the manifold with a wire running to it.
2. Disconnect the wiring harness and use the oxygen sensor wrench to unscrew the sensor and remove it. Screw the new oxygen sensor into place.
3. Reconnect the wiring harness to the oxygen sensor and then close the hood. Turn the car on and allow it to warm up to normal operating temperature. Check to make sure the car is running smoothly and then take it for a test drive.
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