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Toyota Brake Job Starter & Battery Timing Belt Replacement
2005-’10 Scion TC Models Diagnostic Solutions on Honda/Acura V6 Engines
This car is designed for ceramic Import Specialist Contributor Gary Bob Dowie, owner of Village Auto,
friction material formulations. If Goms says that early 1900s inven- Chester, NY, says that the first
tor Charles F. Kettering’s electric step in timing belt replacment is
the brake system is operating
selling the job. While most cus-
correctly, it’s not uncommon for a self-starter transformed the auto-
tomers know they need to be
set of rotors to last three sets of mobile from a temperamental
replaced before they fail, some
ceramic pads. novelty item into a practical means still need to be reminded of this
of transportation. important service.

ImportCar Staff
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Columns A Publication

6 Editor’s Notebook Contributing Writers

Bob Dowie, Village Auto Works, Chester, NY

Gary Goms, formerly of Midland Engine

8 News Update Electronics & Diagnostics, Buena Vista, CO

Bob Howlett, The Swedish Solution,

Orange Village, OH
14 Guess the Car Contest 16 Scott “Gonzo” Weaver, Superior Auto Electric,
Tulsa, OK

16 Gonzo’s Tool Box Editorial Advisory Board

Bob Dowie, Village Auto Works, Chester, NY

46 Import Tech Tips Chris Klinger, Precision Incorporated,

Tucson, AZ

Steve Louden, Louden Motorcar Services,

52 Essentials (New Products) Dallas, TX

Frank Scandura, Frank’s European Service,
Las Vegas and Henderson, NV

54 Ad Index 14 Joe Stephens, Stephens Automotive,

Palatine, IL

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New Year, Fresh Start

Shop Value Proposition Is Key To Customer Retention

A
s you begin the your technicians know that
year with a clean they’re an integral part of
slate, realize that your business and they play
every facet of your busi- an important role in your
ness should be positioned shop’s overall customer
to support your shop’s service experience. With a
value proposition. Here are sense of ownership in the
a few things to think about success of your business,
as you work on ways to you will foster a sense of
fulfill your shop’s mission pride in their work and a
and grow your business. cate customers about how greater commitment to highest-
Focus on the customer. While much money they can save quality repairs.
it’s a great thing when you get with proper vehicle mainte- Work on shop image.
new customers, repeat cus- nance. Better-running, well- Because first impressions run
tomers provide an added ele- maintained vehicles boost gas deep in attracting and keeping
ment of security. And their mileage and also prevent big- customers, look at your shop’s
word-of-mouth referrals will ger-ticket repairs down the appearance through the eyes of
speak volumes of your shop’s road. Participation in such your customers. Consider the
reputation and high-quality events will also give you a very overall impression your cus-
work. positive reputation in the tomers get as they enter your
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MAHLE Clevite Inc. Finalizes
Acquisition of RTI Technologies
MAHLE Clevite recently announced the completion of its acquisition
of RTI Technologies. The transaction that closed on Jan. 1, 2013, re-
names the company MAHLE Clevite Inc., RTI Division. The company
will continue to develop and distribute automotive maintenance
equipment including air conditioning service, fluid exchange and
nitrogen tire inflation systems.
The completion of sale presents an opportunity for MAHLE to
expand its business into the repair shop equipment sector of the
automotive aftermarket.
“Given the long-term approach to the automotive aftermarket as
an important sales channel for MAHLE on a global scale, this acqui-
sition will broaden our aftermarket offerings within our strategic
product and service range and make us one of the leaders in this
segment North America,” said Dan Moody, general manager of
MAHLE’s Aftermarket business for North America.
MAHLE Clevite Inc., RTI Division will continue operations in York,
PA, and supply shop equipment under the MAHLE brand to the
independent aftermarket and major OE manufacturers globally.
Additionally, the acquisition will allow MAHLE to focus on continu-
ous sales growth and customer service in North America, together
with potential business expansion in other regions.
For more information, visit www.mahle-aftermarket.com, or
contact your local representative.

Multi Parts Supply Achieves ISO 9001:2008 Quality Management Certification

Multi Parts Supply (MPS), www.multiparts.net, recently announced that it

achieved International Organization of Standardization (ISO) 9001:2008 –
Quality Management Certification at its Shanghai, China facility. ISO is the
world’s largest developer of voluntary International Standards, providing
state-of-the-art specifications for products, services and good practice.
Developed through global consensus, the standards remove barriers to
international trade.
ISO 9001:2008 is based on a number of quality management princi-
ples, including strong customer focus, the motivation and implication of
top management and the process approach to continual improvement.
MPS President Brian S. Cohn stated, “This certification illustrates our
daily and continual commitment to deliver quality products, produced
by quality people, employing the very best practices. I applaud our
Shanghai team on their effort and dedication to upholding MPS’ own
highly held standards.” He continued, “While this certification is specific
to our Shanghai facility, our commitment to quality is companywide.”

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Mitchell 1 and ASE Present 2012
Technician of the Future Award
Brent Horner from Lima, OH, received the Technician
of the Future award, sponsored by Mitchell 1 and the
National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence
(ASE), during a ceremony on Nov. 15 as part of the
2012 ASE Fall Board of Governors meeting in San
Antonio, TX. Debbie Hooge, an independent sales
consultant for Mitchell 1 in the Texas region, present- From left: Tim Zilke, ASE president and CEO; Debbie
ed Horner with a $500 cash award and a $1,500 gift Hooge, Mitchell 1 independent sales consultant; Brent
Horner; and Mike Phillips, ASE board chairman.
certificate from Mitchell 1 toward a subscription to
ProDemand or other Mitchell 1 product.
“We would like to congratulate Brent on being named the 2012 Technician of the Future,” said Nick
DiVerde, senior marketing director, Mitchell 1. “We are very proud of Brent’s accomplishments as they
demonstrate his commitment to being the best automotive technician he can be. We wish Brent the very
best – we know he will be successful in his future endeavors.”
Horner is currently a full-time student at the University of Northwestern Ohio in the automotive technol-
ogy and high performance associate’s degree program. During high school, Horner worked at Pohanka
Honda of Salisbury, MD, as an automotive technician student intern in the Automotive Youth Educational
Systems (AYES) program.

Parts Plus To Award Spa

Getaway Grand Prize Through
Car Care Center Sweepstakes
Beginning Jan. 15, Parts Plus Car Care Centers
nationwide will be offering their customers a
grand-prize trip for two to an exclusive spa and
resort in Sonoma, CA, as part of the group’s lat-
est sweepstakes promotion, according to Mike
Lambert, president of the Network.
“The winners will be treated to gourmet-cook-
ing classes, fine dining and wine tours in beautiful
Sonoma,” Lambert said. “While Parts Plus has
made a concentrated effort to gear some of our
Car Care Center promotions toward our growing
female customer base, this sweepstakes is ideal
because enjoying gourmet food and relaxing in
America’s premier wine and spa coastal destina-
tion appeals to everyone.”
Twenty-five first-place winners will receive a 10-
piece gourmet cookware set, while each Parts
Plus Car Care Center nationwide will be awarding
copies of the New American Heart Association
Cookbook to their local customers. No purchase
is necessary to win. Entries must be received by
Feb. 28, 2013.
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Reader Spotlight: Sourcing Wiper Blades & Motor Oil
New for 2013 is this Reader Spotlight, where readers will discuss how they source various
aftermarket product lines and what criteria they use when making buying decisions.
This month, Frank Scandura, owner of two Frank’s European Service locations in Las Vegas,
and one in Henderson, NV, discusses his buying decisions when sourcing Wiper Blades and
Motor Oil.

Wiper Blades: I have a bulk contract with a Castrol

1. What is your primary source for Wiper distributor.
Blades? 2. Why is that primary source your first call?
WORLDPAC We call the oil company rep directly for the
2. Why is that primary source your first call? product we choose, and they turn us over to
#1 Availability, #2 Product options and #3 the local distributor.
Scheduled delivery times 3. Do you buy different brands based on
3. Do you buy different brands based on certain vehicle applications, or solely on
certain vehicle applications, or solely on brand preference and brand trust?
brand preference and brand trust? We use the correct oil type and weight per
I almost always use Bosch, when it’s avail- the manufacturers’ specification.
able. We prefer Bosch wipers because of their Many times, the manufacturer will recom-
proper fit and OE quality. mend a brand, for example: Castrol only for
4. Do you stock wiper blades at your BMW M power, and Mobile One for Mercedes
shop? And, if so, how much? AMG. So we tend to stay with that brand.
Yes, about 20 sets for various applications. 4. Do you stock motor oil at your shop? And,
if so, how much?
Motor Oil: Yes, approximately 100 gallons synthetic
1. What is your primary source for Motor Oil? and 50 gallons conventional.

Arnott Opens New Texas BOSCH ADDS COURSE IN

Distribution Center ADVANCED GDI
Arnott Inc. has announced the opening of a new distribu-
tion center in Texas near Dallas. The new facility is part of Bosch has expanded its repertoire of
Arnott’s ongoing commitment to enhance customer sup- training courses to include an ad-
port and shorten delivery times in North America and vanced course on Gasoline Direct
across the world. In 2012, Arnott also opened distribution Injection Technology (GDI). This one-
centers in Southern California and Ontario, Canada. The day class will be offered in various
locations throughout the U.S. and will
new Texas location will dramatically reduce freight costs
launch in 2013.
and shorten delivery times for Arnott customers in the
The course uses a blend of instruc-
south central U.S.
tor-led training supplemented by job
Prior to opening the new distribution centers, cus-
aids and “minds on” problem-solving
tomers in some parts of the central region, on the West exercises.
Coast and in Canada had to wait five or six days for The 2013 schedule for this course
Arnott parts to be shipped via UPS Ground from Arnott’s can be found by visiting
main distribution center in Merritt Island, FL. Now those www.boschtechinfo.com or by calling
same areas are able receive Arnott’s air suspension prod- 1-855-BoschTech.
ucts in half the time and overnight in some locations.

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Federal-Mogul Receives Aftermarket Auto Parts
Alliance Outstanding Training Support Award
The Federal-Mogul Vehicle TEC) in St. Louis, as well as at
Component Solutions organiza- thousands of customer locations
tion received the 2012 Out- across North America. The com-
standing Training Support pany’s training program will be
Award from the Aftermarket expanded in early 2013 with the
Auto Parts Alliance during the introduction of a sophisticated tive professionals who specify
group’s winter shareholder in-market product, brand and and install Federal-Mogul prod-
meeting in December in technical support platform for ucts each day. The Alliance
Aventura, FL. vehicle service providers. The award is a clear indication that
The Outstanding Training new platform features teams of our investment in training pays
Support Award recognizes the ASE-certified specialists and so- impressive dividends for distrib-
supplier that best supports the phisticated technical support utors and their customers and
technical training needs of each vehicles that will be deployed to complements the value of our
Alliance shareholder business key markets across North industry-leading brands,” said
and the more than 2,300 affili- America. Jay Burkhart, senior vice presi-
ated auto parts stores and over “We are committed to provid- dent, global markets, Vehicle
2,900 certified service center lo- ing the most effective and ac- Component Solutions.
cations. Federal-Mogul provides cessible technical training for For more information, contact
an extensive range of training our distribution partners and your Federal-Mogul distributor
programs at its state-of-the-art the tens of thousands of busi- or visit
Technical Education Center (FM nesses and front-line automo- www.federalmogul.com/training.

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By Scott “Gonzo” Weaver, owner Superior Auto Electric, Tulsa, OK

Handling Temporary Helpers

Dealing With Customers Who
Find Their Way Into Your Bay
There are times when I find I have more helpers and danger-
in the shop than I have on the payroll. I didn’t ask ous types
for this extra help, but there they are, right in the of equip-
middle of the shop. Who are they, and where did ment to be
they come from? Ah, yes, it’s those customers who spending the
want to keep an extra eye on their ride. afternoon in a
It’s pretty sneaky how they manage to get past place with which
you are not
familiar. A
It’s pretty sneaky how customers manage to lot of times,
get past the front desk, the waiting area, an unsuspecting “helper”
won’t notice that floor jack,
through the service door and then squeeze or those sharp tools at the
edge of the workbench. The
by the tire racks. For safety reasons, it’s best possibility of encountering
that they stay in the waiting room. But some danger just doesn’t matter
to some of these new
of these adventurous individuals are helpers. They’ll still want to
wander into the bay and
compelled to help me out, no matter what. “help” me out.

the front desk, the waiting area, through the serv- I can usually spot
ice door and then squeeze who’s going to be
by the tire racks. For safety the next shop
reasons, it’s best that cus- helper. All I have to
tomers stay in the waiting do is pull
room. But some of their car
these adventurous
individuals are com-
pelled to help me out, no
matter what.
There are too many hoses, cords

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into the shop. If there’s a with their ride.
fresh, icy drink in At times, it’s rather
the cup holder, an interesting; at other times,
open pack of ciga- it’s simply annoying. I can
rettes and lighter never tell until the
lying on the passenger conversation
seat, and a book or a lap- starts. If the first
top, there’s a good chance question is,
they’ll be popping their “What do you

A lot of times, an unsuspecting “helper”

won’t notice that floor jack, or those
sharp tools at the edge of the work-
bench. The possibility of encountering
danger just doesn’t matter to some of
these new helpers. They’ll still want to
wander into the bay and “help” me out.
head around the corner. think it is?” I know it’s going to
“Do you mind if I get my drink be one of those days. Like most
out of the car?” my new shop new helpers, they’re unaware of
helper will ask. the dangers of posing such an in-
Well, I just can’t say no. Now, appropriate and pointless ques-
sometimes they’ll grab their drink tion at this point in time. I’d
and head right back to rather not guess at this stuff. If
the waiting room. Other I’m wrong, the next thing you
times, I’m not that lucky. know is that I’m trying to explain
It’s their perfect ex- why whatever I thought it
cuse to hang was is “not the problem.”
around the car. Thinking just gets me
Soon, the new into trouble. It’s
shop helper is lean- always best to ver-
ing over the ify, diagnose and then
fender with their repair the problem.
ice-cold drink, “Let’s run some tests, and
watching the then we’ll know for sure,” I
process of me figur- tell them. Some realize that
ing out what’s up they’re out of place and
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should probably stick to watching exhibition. They’ll look high and
the ice in their drink melt. But, for low throughout the shop, take a
others, it wouldn’t take much to few sips from their drink and
have them reach over and pick up then pay attention to what I’m
a wrench or two. They’ll lean on doing to see how I determine
the A/C recovery machine while what’s wrong.
it’s running as if it’s an old-fash- The new help will concentrate
ioned hitching post, or stick their on what I’m doing, so they can go
head through the passenger win- home and tell their friends about
dow while I’m under a dash. some sort of crazy-looking ma-
I have to keep from laughing as chine, or detail a technique they
I watch their jumpy reactions to watched me perform on their car.
the recovery machines’ unex- I guess in another decade or
pected clicks and groans, while two, I’ll be the old guy hanging
they stand there trying to act ca- around the next generation’s re-
sual. And, no matter how clumsy pair tech. There’s no doubt I’ll be
they may look with all of their that unwanted temporary helper

I guess in another decade or two, I’ll be

the old guy hanging around the next
generation’s repair tech. There’s no
doubt I’ll be that unwanted temporary
helper telling stories about how I used
to fix cars, too.

uncoordinated antics, they’re still telling stories about how I

going to keep a firm grip on used to fix cars,
that drink. too. Yep, that day
This little trip into the is coming. I don’t
back of the shop know when, but
isn’t so much to it’s coming.
check up on their car, Guess I better
but a way to observe prepare. Now
the process of diagnos- where did I put
ing the problem. It’s as that ice-cold
if it were some sort of drink? IC
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[ TechFeature SCION BRAKE JOB
By Andrew Markel, Editor,
Brake & Front End Magazine

Brake Job: 2005-’10 Toyota Scion

T
he Toyota Scion TC is the odd vehicle in the This car is designed for ceramic friction mate-
Toyota fleet. The TC shares its platform rial formulations. If the brake system is operating
with the Avensis, which was not sold in the correctly, it’s not uncommon for a set of rotors to
U.S., and shares some brake components with the last three sets of ceramic pads. Toyota even rec-
Corolla and even the Camry. There are no brake- ommends not machining the rotors if they are
specific TSBs or recalls for the 2005-’10 TC. within specifications for thickness, thickness
The replacement of the pads and rotors is variation and runout.
straightforward, but there are some things that The new friction materials must be compatible
you should know before you start. with the old, or the rotors must have the right
surface finish so the new pads can apply a
transfer layer of new friction material.

Basics
• Lug Nuts Torque:
76 ft.-lbs.
• Caliper Bracket Bolts:
35 ft.-lbs.
• Caliper Guide Pin:
25 ft.-lbs.

Front Brakes
The front brakes use a vented
rotor. The minimum runout
specification is 0.0020.” This
can be adjusted with a runout
correction plate that fits
between the hub flange and

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the rotor. The plates can correct

up to 0.006” of runout. Fine-tun-
ing can be performed with taper
of the correction plate and the
runout in the hub and rotor. An
on-the-car lathe can also be used.
In most service information,
you will not find a specification
for disc thickness variation
(DTV). But most engineers will
say that there should be zero or
less than 0.0005.”
The OE brake pad shim is a
two-piece style with the inner
shim designed to move or float
between the outer pad and back- be reused to prevent deflection
ing plate. The shim should not and corrosion. Toyota does indi-

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cate that the inner shim can be Rear Brakes The rear runout specification is
lubricated to resolve noise. The rear brakes use solid rotors around 0.006,” but your goal
The wear sensor is mounted on and single-piston calipers, and should be around 0.002-0.003.”
the inner pad and should be the parking brake is mounted in Leaving too much runout may
mounted on top. the hat. result in a pulsation problem in a
few thousand miles. Runout can
be corrected using a runout cor-
rection plate that goes between
the rotor and the hub flange. On-
the-car brake lathes can be used
to correct runout only if there is
enough material on the rotor.
The trickiest items on the rear
brakes are the boots and bush-

ings for the slide pins. Make sure

the seals and lips are fully
seated. Also, the pads have eight
abutment clips that fit over the
lands on the caliper bracket.

Anti-Lock Brake System

The TC uses a four-channel ABS
system. The factory scan tool or
enhanced scan tool has diagnos-
tic tests to check pump and sole-
noid function. The TC uses four
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active wheel speed sensors that Parking Brake Adjustment

generate square-wave signals. 1. Remove the hole plug on the
The tone rings are located in the backing plate, and turn the
inner seal of the wheel bearing. toothed adjuster to expand the
All the bearings are pressed into shoes until the disc locks.
the knuckles. 2. Back off the shoe adjuster
until the disc can rotate
Bleeding
smoothly.
The TC’s conventional brake 3. Back off the adjuster another
system can be bled in a number eight clicks.
of ways. The bleeding sequence 4. Check that there is no brake
is RR, LR, RF and LF. The HCU drag.
can be bled using a scan tool If there is too much travel in
with the right software. the lever, the cable can be ad-
justed at the lever by removing
part of the rear console. Toyota
recommends six to nine clicks. IC

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[ DiagnosticSolutions OXYGEN SENSOR
By Gary Goms, Import Specialist Contributor

Starter & Battery

O
n June 15, 1911,
Charles F. Kettering
was awarded a patent
for an electric self-starter for au-
tomobile engines. Thinking out
of the box, Kettering designed a
small, high-torque motor that
would deliver a burst of energy
lasting only long enough to ini-
tiate the internal combustion
cycle. Fortunately for modern
commuters, Kettering’s electric
self-starter transformed the au-
Diagnostics
Photo 1: The insulation between the
tomobile from a temperamental commutator segments should be recessed
novelty item into a practical about 1/32” beneath the commutator bars.
means of transportation.
brittle ceramic material, they
are vulnerable to cracking
COMPONENT BASICS
caused by sudden impacts.
From a historical view, it’s im- Cracked magnets can be tough
portant to remember that Ketter- to diagnose, which is why it’s
ing’s conventional field-coil usually better to replace the
starter required battery power to starter as an assembly than to
Photo 2: In this application, the starter
create the magnetic field needed repair or rebuild it. See Photo 1. armature is surrounded by six perma-
to make the starter armature In addition, the rotating mass nent magnets.
turn. During the 1980s, field-coil of the starter armature is re-
starters were phased out in duced to create a more compact Photo 4 on page 32.
favor of “ferrite” permanent- starter motor assembly. As pic- The starter “solenoid” is actu-
magnet starters. tured above (see Photo 2), the ally a combination of an electric
Since the fields in permanent armature on most modern relay and solenoid. The relay
magnet starters don’t require starters terminates into a sun portion electrically connects the
battery power, permanent-mag- gear mating with a set of plane- starter armature to the battery.
net starters require much less tary gears (see Photo 3 on page The solenoid portion mechani-
current to crank an engine. The 32) provide the initial gear re- cally engages the starter’s drive
result is a much lighter, far duction for the starter. A sec- pinion with the engine’s fly-
more efficient starter motor. ondary reduction gear can also wheel gear. While modern sole-
But, because permanent or “fer- be used on starters like the one noids usually incorporate two
rite” magnets are made of a used to illustrate this story. See high-amperage terminals and

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is running, but not engaged to the flywheel.

STARTER ACTUATION SYSTEMS

For safety’s sake, the starter’s primary circuit is rout-
ed through a neutral safety switch on automatic
transmission vehicles and through a clutch safety
switch on manual transmission models. With that
said, current practice is to reduce the electrical load
on the ignition, neutral safety and clutch switches by
inserting a starter relay into the starter primary
circuit. In this case, the above switches activate the
Photo 3: This starter motor terminates into a planetary gear set starter relay switch rather than the starter’s primary
similar to those used in automatic transmissions.
solenoid circuit.
one low-amperage, primary activation terminal,
some older designs might incorporate an
additional primary “by-pass” terminal that was
originally designed to boost ignition coil voltage
during cranking. In some applications, the by-pass
terminal is unused and remains a vestigial remnant
of past technology.
The starter over-run or one-way clutch is a simple
roller-type clutch that’s designed to release when
the engine speed exceeds cranking speed. In rare in-
stances, the clutch will seize, which can cause the
starter armature to explode from centrifugal force as
the engine accelerates. In other cases, the clutch will Photo 5: Corrosion at the lower solenoid terminal on this starter
simply wear out, which usually results in a caused an intermittent “clicking,” no-cranking complaint.

“whirring” sound, indicating that the starter motor Keep in mind also that modern technology in some
vehicles has delegated the starter engagement process
to the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). In this sys-
tem, turning the ignition switch or pressing the
“start” button simply commands the PCM to engage
the starter motor. Failures in these systems should
first be diagnosed with a scan tool and by using diag-
nostic techniques similar to those used in any other
system controlled by the PCM.

BATTERY DIAGNOSTICS
The first step is to make sure that the battery termi-
nals and cables are free of corrosion. Next,
Photo 4: The secondary reduction drive gear contains an over-run
determine the battery state of charge (SOC) and
clutch that disengages the starter motor as the engine speed
increases. condition by testing with a conductance or variable-

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noid primary circuit occurs at 70 milliseconds (ms).

If the voltage remains at zero, it’s likely that the sys-
tem has a bad neutral or clutch safety switch, or that
the starter relay is defective. If the solenoid amper-
age remains at 2-3 amps, the solenoid doesn’t have
continuity to the starter. Bad solenoid contacts,
worn starter brushes or an open-circuit armature
can be the cause. In this case, the primary symptom
will be a clicking noise as the solenoid primary cir-
cuit activates. Any of the above failures can result in
an intermittent starter engagement complaint.
Once the solenoid closes the circuit at 100 ms, the
Figure 1: A lab scope display of the relationship between voltage amperage draw increases to 311 amperes at the trig-
and amperage can provide valuable information about the condi- ger point. As the engine cranks, the amperage draw
tion of the starter and battery. declines until approximately 300 ms. At about 300
ms, amperage rises slightly as the torque load on
load, carbon pile battery tester. Recharge or replace the starter is momentarily increased due to a possi-
the battery as required. Voltage drop from the bat- ble variation in fuel delivery or spark advance.
tery to the starter can be measured by attaching a Similarly, battery terminal voltage spikes down
voltmeter in parallel to the positive battery terminal to nearly 8.0 volts at 100 ms as cranking amperage
and to the solenoid B+ terminal. is suddenly drawn from the battery. The battery
The rule of thumb is that voltage drop shouldn’t terminal voltage begins to rise to about 10.0 volts at
exceed 0.5 volts during cranking. The voltage drop 200 ms as the starter amperage begins to stabilize.
on the negative ground terminal can similarly be As the engine begins to crank, 10.0 volts should be
measured by attaching the voltmeter lead to a clean considered the minimum voltage. If the battery
area on the engine block and to the battery B- termi- won’t maintain 10.0 volts during cranking, the
nal. Here again, the voltage drop shouldn’t exceed PCM might fail to process data or activate the injec-
0.5 volts. See Photo 5 on page 32. tor and ignition system drivers. See Figure 2.

STARTER CURRENT DIAGNOSIS

Most starter-related electrical failures can be diag-
nosed by measuring current flow into the starter.
Actual current flow to the starter can be measured
by attaching a 600-amp inductive current probe to
the battery positive or negative cables. The probe
can be attached to a multimeter with a
minimum/maximum (min/max) recording feature
or to a two-channel lab scope. To illustrate how a
starter works on a vehicle in good condition, I’ve in-
cluded a lab scope recording of battery terminal
Figure 2: At 2.5 milliseconds, available battery voltage drops
voltage and starter amperage draw. See Figure 1.
from about 13.0 volts to 9.19 volts as the starter is engaged.
The amperage draw begins from the “zero” point After the engine starts at 6.3 milliseconds, the alternator begins
at the left. The initial amperage drawn by the sole- recharging the battery at 13.8 volts.

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BATTERY VOLTAGE GRAPHING
Graphing available battery terminal voltage also
provides a direct insight into battery condition.
Charging voltage should be achieved approximately
two seconds after the engine starts. If charging volt-
age doesn’t increase within that time interval, it’s
likely that the battery doesn’t have enough remain-
ing plate capacity to fully support starter current
draw. In any case, using a lab scope to display avail-
able battery voltage and amperage discharge is an
easy way to quickly evaluate battery, starter and
starter activation systems.

A LOOK AT IDLE/STOP TECHNOLOGY

We’re beginning to see “idle/stop” or “stop/start”
technology enter the non-hybrid import market, with
fuel savings ranging from an estimated 5 to 15% in
normal driving. Although a version of idle/stop tech-
nology was popularly introduced in a European
version of Volkswagen in 1983, the technology has a
number of issues, including how to power the HVAC
and lighting systems while the engine is stopped.
Because idle/stop technology obviously requires
a rapid discharge/recharge cycle, the absorbed
glass mat (AGM) battery most closely meets those
requirements. Similarly, idle/stop engine cranking
systems include integrated starter/generator sys-
tems mounted at the flywheel or connected to the
front of the crankshaft by the drive belt. Others use
an “enhanced” starter motor system that is built to
withstand repeated cranking cycles. With the
advent of direct fuel injection and electronic valve-
trains, some manufacturers have explored using
fuel and spark timing alone to initiate the internal
combustion process. IC

Correction: In the November 2012 issue of ImportCar, I

wrote, “Negative fuel trim numbers caused by minor intake
vacuum leaks generally disappear under heavy engine loads.
Positive fuel trims caused by leaking fuel pressure regulators
and injectors also tend to disappear under increased engine
loads.” I obviously swapped the terms “positive” and “neg-
ative.” My apologies for any inconveniences this might have
caused. Thanks and a tip of the Technical Hat to Carl Lynch,
owner of Carl’s Repair in Carey, OH!

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By Bob Dowie, Import Specialist Contributor

Timing The First Step in

Replacement
Belts: Is Selling the Job
to move that interval to
90,000 miles and 105,000
miles. I use the 90,000-
mile mark as my signal.
As a customer’s vehicle
nears this indicator, remind
him or her that the belt needs
to be replaced.
When pricing the job, don’t over-
look additional and necessary related
sales. The timing belt drives the water pump on
these engines. Although very reliable, I would
consider it a bad bet to think the pump will last
180,000 miles. The same thing goes for the drive
belts. Be sure to include replacing them as part of
the 90,000-mile service on the four-cylinder
vehicles; it’s easily overlooked when the car is

T
iming belts have been around long enough equipped with a timing chain.
that most of our customers are well aware I’ll go through the timing belt replacement steps
that they need to be replaced at a scheduled here, but this is not intended to replace the service
interval. Most are also aware of the catastrophic information available in your shop. One of the
consequences should they be overlooked and left most frustrating things for any shop owner is
in service until they fail. when techs don’t take advantage of available
This month, we’ll take a look at replacing the belt service information.
on the V6 Honda/Acura engine, pointing out some 1. Get started by disconnecting the bat-
details that may make the next job go easier for you. tery and removing the accessory
The first step in timing belt replacement is sell- drive belt. On power steering-
ing the job. For many years, the industry standard equipped cars, the
for belt replacement was 60,000 miles. Those of us pump or pulley
with more experience can even remember when has to be
30,000 miles was the norm.
Over the years, the materials and processes used
in timing belt manufacturing have allowed Honda

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Photos 1 (left) and 2 (below):
Remove and cap the power steer-
ing line before removing the
pump. Some techs prefer leaving
the pump in place and removing
the pulley to gain access.

removed to gain access. Some techs will remove

the pulley and leave the pump in place, while oth-
ers will opt to disconnect power steering lines and
remove the pump. Either way will work, but if you’re ever chasing a report of a noise in the tim-
you opt to pull the lines have some shop rags ing belt area, or a slipping belt noise when the
handy to catch any fluid that escapes to avoid belts look good, these pulleys have been known to
messing up your work area (see Photos 1 and 2). separate. Look closely with the engine running to
2. As you remove the belts, spin anything that see if the outer ring (where the drive belt rides) is
rotates to ensure the bearings are in good shape, running true to the hub. If it’s wobbling, more in-
and source any needed parts before reassembly. vestigation is warranted.
3. Next, bring cylinder number one up to TDC 5. Next, support the engine to remove the right-
by lining up the white mark on the crank pulley side engine mount bracket. Remove the dipstick
with the pointer on the front cover. Loosen the tube if it’s in the way, and the previously loosened
crankshaft bolt; this can be a challenge without the crankshaft pulley.
proper tool to hold the crankshaft. This hex- 6. Remove the timing belt covers. If the model
shaped tool (see Photo 3) fits inside the crank pul- you’re working on uses a timing guide plate,
ley with an opening that provides access to the remove the plate from the front of the
crank bolt. With the breaker bar or handle of the crankshaft sprocket, making
tool against the cross member, you can apply the Photo 4: Crank tool with breaker bar
needed loosening torque with a breaker bar and
extension (see Photo 4).
4. While you’re there, take a close look at the
crank pulley for any signs of wear or
separation. It’s not a very
common problem,
but if

Photo 3: Photo 5: Crank marks

Crank holding tool are in line for TDC on
cylinder number 1

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Photo 6 Photo 7

note that the concave side is facing outward. time saver if you’re planning to reinstall the tim-
7. With the covers removed, be sure you have ing belt you’re removing. Since the bolt holds the
number one cylinder on TDC. With the lower, tensioner in place, it won’t be necessary to remove
outer cover removed, align the dimple on drive and retract the tensioner.
pulley with the mark on the oil pump (see Photos 9. Relieve the tension on the timing belt by loos-
5 on page 41), while confirming that the cam pul- ening the timing belt idler pulley bolt and pulley,
ley marks are in line with the marks on the inner and then remove the timing belt. There are two
covers (see Photos 6 and 7). styles of tensioners used on the V6s — one is
8. Before the belt is removed, your service infor- sealed, while the other has a service bolt on the
mation will instruct you to hold the tensioner in backside. With the tensioner removed, if it’s the
place to prevent it from extending as the belt is re- sealed unit, slowly apply pressure until the service
moved. To accomplish this, there is threaded boss pin can be installed (see Photos 8, 9 and 10a, and
provided that lines up with the tensioner pivot 10b-10c on page 44).
arm. The bolt to do the job is also provided as one 10. If you have a tensioner with the service bolt,
of the L-shaped bolts that secure the battery. Grind clamp it in the
a slight point on the bolt and install it only hand- vise by one of
tight. You’re not trying to compress the tensioner, the mounting
but rather just hold it in place. This step can be a ears with the

Tech Tip:

Honda Civic 1.7L 2001-’05

Tensioner Spring Installation
When installing a GTKWP312 kit on a 2001-’05 Civic 1.7L, it’s crucial
that the tensioner spring be installed correctly onto the tensioner. If it’s Figure 1: Notice that the open end of the
spring is incorrectly facing toward the timing
improperly installed, the open end of the spring hook can catch on the
belt, which could lead to severe engine
timing belt, possibly leading to severe engine damage. damage if the hook snags or catches the
The open end of the spring hook must be installed on the tensioner edge of the timing belt.
so that it is facing away from the belt and toward the engine block.
The OE spring, which is included in the kit, should be replaced along
with the other timing components. Use of the old spring will void
the kit warranty.
Remember, it’s important to replace all of the components in-
cluded in the timing belt kit to validate the manufacturer’s warranty.
Courtesy of Veyance Technologies.
Figure 2 illustrates how to properly install
the spring by facing the hook away from the tim-
ing belt so there is no threat of the spring snag-

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
 Honda]
Photo 8:
Any sign of
leakage at
either style of
tensioner
should lead
to replace-
ment

service bolt facing up. Remove the service bolt

and, using a flat-bladed screwdriver in the hole,
turn the screwdriver clockwise to retract the ten-
sioner to install the U-shape stopper (retaining)
tool (see Photo 11 on page 44). Take care to pre-
vent spilling the oil.
Note: If either style of tensioner shows any signs
of leakage, it should be replaced. Neither one is very
expensive and always keep in mind that the client is
expecting this job to hold up for 100,000 miles.
11. With the belt removed, you can now remove
the fasteners and replace the water pump. Before
you do, don’t forget that you removed the dipstick
tube, so if you didn’t seal the hole before, now is
the time to be sure you don’t allow coolant to
enter the crankcase. Either temporarily install the
tube or find a plug that will do the job. An
unopened witch’s hat from a bottle of gear oil or

Photo 9:
New sealed-style
tensioner with
installation pin installed

Photo 10a:
Slowly tighten the vice until
the pin can be installed
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Photo 11:
Manual tensioner and
stopper tool

Photo 10b:
Auto tensioner before removal. Note how far the tensioner before you started this job).
has extended to compensate for belt wear.
15. Using the pulley bolt, rotate the engine by
hand for a couple of revolutions, always in the
proper direction of rotation. In this case, that
would be clockwise. This will let the tensioner
extend, while letting you confirm the marks are
still in line when you stop at number one TDC.
16. If all is well, finish by installing the covers
and other parts removed on disassembly. With
Photo 10c: everything buttoned up, all that’s left is to fill the
Tensioner
installed with cooling system with the proper coolant and bleed
the pin in place the system (see Photo 12).
You may encounter a problem with the power
tube of silicone will do the job. steering where it won’t bleed the air out of the sys-
12. When it comes time to install the timing belt, tem. This problem is often traced to the O-ring on
reinstall the tensioner with the pin or stopper tool the removed line allowing air to enter the system.
in place, loosely install the idler pulley using Depending on the condition of the fluid, it may be
thread locker, and then install the timing belt in a a good time to change the power steering fluid,
counterclockwise direction following this se- and be sure that the screen in the bottom of the
quence: Crankshaft pulley, idler pulley, front reservoir is clear while you are there.
camshaft pulley, water pump pulley, rear camshaft Don’t forget the additional services, like spark
pulley and tension adjust pulley. plugs, filters and fluids, that are due at the same
Note: Be sure the crankshaft and camshaft pul- mileage as the belt. At the very least, an oil change
leys remained aligned with the marks on the back should be recommended.
cover. To aid in this process, we use spring-loaded Your customers are counting on you to take good
clips to hold the belts on the pulleys as the belt is care of their car, and a big part of that is reminding
routed. With the belt in place, tighten the idler pul- them when service should be performed. IC
ley bolt to 38 ft.-lbs.
Photo 12:
13. Next, remove the retaining tool or pin from the This simple tool makes
auto-tensioner. Install the engine mount bracket to filling and bleeding the
the front of engine. If you have a timing belt guide cooling system easy
plate, install it with the concave surface facing out.
Install the lower cover and crankshaft pulley.
14. Lubricate the pulley bolt and tighten to the
proper torque; most go to 181 ft.-lbs., with certain
models using a torque-to-yield-type bolt (but you
would have seen that in your service information

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MERCEDES-BENZ
ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR M112/113 engine, all model years
VOLTAGE REGULATOR On the above model vehicles,
MALFUNCTION
if you encounter insufficient
Affected vehicles: All model 203, alternator/generator (G2) out-
209, 211, 215, 220 and 230 with put, the voltage regulator, inte-

Fig 1: Mercedes-Benz

Fig 2: Mercedes-Benz

gral to G2 output, may be mal-

functioning. The voltage regu-
lator may be replaced as a sep-
arate part and the procedure
below should be followed.
1. Check regulation voltage of
the generator (G2) as per WIS
instructions:
- Model 203/209: AR15.40-P-
5010P
- Model 211: AR15.40-P-5010T
- Model 215/220: AR15.40-P-
5010I
- Model 230: AR15.40-P-
5010R.
2. If the generator fails the
above test procedure, then
remove the unit from the vehi-
cle for repair on a workbench.

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removed from
either stud.
4. Remove the
voltage regulator
(Fig. 2, 1) from the
generator, by
removing the
three Philips head
screws (Fig. 2, 2
and 3).
Fig 3: Mercedes-Benz Fig 4: Mercedes-Benz
5. Check the fol-
lowing prerequi-
Refer to WIS Group 15.40 for from the rear of the generator, sites to ensure that only the
the correct instructions, by first removing the two nuts regulator needs to be
depending on the model and from the studs (Fig. 1, 1) and exchanged. If any of the follow-
body variant. the one Philips head screw ing items fail, then the entire
3. Remove the plastic cover (Fig. 1, 2). Note which nut is generator needs to be replaced

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and you may proceed to step 8. used in production on all the
a. There are no scorch marks or above models, please refer to EPC
damage on the slip ring of the for the correct voltage regulator
generator rotor (Fig. 3, 1 on page part number application. The cor-
47). rect part numbers may be found
b. The carbon brush length of in group 15 and/or 54 in EPC.
the defective regulator is at least Courtesy of Identifix.
5 mm (Fig. 4, 1 on page 47).
c. The wear on the two brushes KIA
INTERMITTENT HARD
of the defective regulator is even STEERING ON SORENTOS
(maximum 1 mm difference).
6. Install the new voltage regu- This bulletin
lator and tighten the Philips provides infor-
head screws to: mation relating
a. Fig. 2, 2 = 2.0-2.4 Nm. to the service of
b. Fig. 2, 3 = 1.0-1.4 Nm. the vehicle
7. Install the plastic cover on speed sensor
the back of the generator and (Fig. 5) and
tighten the Philips head screw adapter cord.
(Fig. 1, 2) to 2.2-2.6 Nm and the Fig 5: Kia-old Sorento EX
two nuts (Fig. 1, 1) as follows: vehicles pro-
a. Long stud to 29.0-32.0 Nm. duced before
b. Short stud to 11.0-13.0 Nm. Oct. 6, 2004,
8. Reinstall the repaired gener- may intermit-
ator or the new generator in tently have vari-
reverse order and verify proper ations in the
operation as described in step 1. level of power
Note: Due to the several ver- assist during
sions of alternator/generators driving or park-
Fig 5: Kia-new

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Repair Procedure:
1. Remove and replace the vehicle speed sen-
sor in the transmission on 2WD vehicles. See
Fig. 6. Torque the new speed sensor to 60 in.-lbs.
or 7.5 Nm.
2. If the vehicle is equipped with 4WD, remove

Fig 6: Kia

ing. Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) C1012 may be

stored in the EPS control module.
Note: The repair procedure in this technical
service bulletin should only be performed on
customer complaint vehicles. Fig 7: Kia

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3. Install a new vehicle sensor adapter cord to
the new sensor. Connect the vehicle harness,
then tie-up the wiring with a tie-strap to prevent
vibration and interference as shown in Fig. 8.
4. Connect the Hi-Scan Pro to the underhood
DLC only.
5. Select Elec. Power Steering and press Enter.
6. Select Diagnostic Trouble Codes and press
Enter.
7. Clear diagnostic trouble codes, as necessary.

Fig 8: Kia Part Number Information:

Description Old P/N New P/N
and replace the vehicle speed sensor in the trans- Vehicle Speed Sensor 0K60A 55475 96420 4A600
fer case. See Fig. 7 on page 49. Torque the new Cord-Speed Sensor N/A 91400 3E999
speed sensor to 60 in.-lbs. or 7.5 Nm.
Courtesy of KiaTechInfo.com.

SUBARU
MYSTERIOUS LEAKING ENGINE OIL SEALS?
CHECK THE PCV!

The Mitchell 1 Techline has heard of a very limited

number of cases involving engine oil seals leaking
after being displaced from their normal positions.
As the engine heats and cools, condensation can
accumulate in the PCV system, which, in extreme
cold, can eventually turn to ice.
Upon closer inspection, technicians have
reported finding accumulations of ice restricting
or blocking airflow through the PCV system.
When the engine’s PCV system cannot “breathe”
properly, excessive crankcase pressure can build,
resulting in oil seal displacement/leak.
Once the seal is displaced, the pressure
buildup condition is gone. This situation can eas-
ily be overlooked if the vehicle is brought into
the shop the night before inspection and/or
repairs begin and allowed to “thaw out.” Once
thawed, the blockage is gone and the PCV sys-
tem returns to normal operation. This condition
has been found to occur only on turbocharged
vehicles operating in extreme cold temperatures.
Courtesy of Mitchell 1. IC

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 Track Talk

NASCAR Short Track Aces to

Light Up Daytona
For 2012 NASCAR Whelen All- Chase Elliott, son of two-time
American Series national Daytona 500 champion Bill
champion Lee Pulliam, being Elliott; and Joe Gibbs Racing
locked into the starting field developmental driver Darrell
for the Late Model race at the Wallace Jr.
2013 UNOH Battle At The “This is all about the stars of
Beach is the opportunity of the tomorrow vying for glory at
young racer’s lifetime. Daytona International Speed-
“The opportunity to go to way,” said George Silbermann,
Daytona, for me as a driver is a NASCAR vice president of Back to the future: NASCAR’s next generation of drivers will compete
really big deal,” Pulliam said. regional and touring series. for 1954 trophy replicas at the Battle At The Beach.
“This is probably going to be “During two days and nights of
my only opportunity to run at intense competition, fans will Flock for winning on the With the addition of the
Daytona, so it’s going to be a be able to see today’s aces of Daytona beach circuit in 1954. Battle, Daytona International
big deal for a lot of us.” short track racing and some “I always like old trophies, Speedway is the first track to
Pulliam, a Semora, NC, great young talent.” the history of NASCAR and feature every level of NASCAR-
native, will be among many of Racers will compete on a where it comes from and what sanctioned racing at its facility,
NASCAR’s up and coming stars 0.4-mile oval track on the it began as,” said Pulliam who as the short-track teams join
getting a chance to compete at famed Superstretch of Daytona lists Dale Earnhardt Sr. as his the three national NASCAR
the legendary Daytona Interna- International Speedway. racing inspiration. “I think Series and the Grand-Am
tional Speedway during Speed- The ultimate prize — a that’s an important part of this Series at the famed speedway.
weeks 2013. piece of throwback hardware. sport. To see that trophy being “It’s our first foray into
The bright lights of the Inaugural “Battle At The a replica of one of the first short-track racing,” said
“World Center of Racing” will Beach” trophies are replicas of ones given out, that’s really Daytona International Speed-
shine on the stars of NASCAR’s the trophy bestowed upon infa- neat. It would be pretty sweet way President Joie Chitwood.
regional and touring series, as mous throttle-stomper Fonty to take that thing home.” “Now we’ve got this new two-
Daytona International day event on Monday and
Speedway hosts the inaugural Tuesday of race week, and
UNOH Battle At The Beach on we’re really excited.”
Feb. 18-19, 2013. Tickets for the UNOH Battle
The two days of racing will At The Beach, along with all
be headlined by three non- other Speedweeks 2013 events,
points special events — the can be purchased online at
NASCAR K&N Pro Series, www.daytonainternationalspeed-
NASCAR Whelen Modified way.com or by calling 1-800-
tours, and the Late Model divi- PITSHOP.
sion of the NASCAR Whelen Stay up to speed on the
All-American Series. latest news by using hashtags
Joining Pulliam at the event #NASCAR, #DAYTONA500
will be many of NASCAR’s up and #NASCARBattle.
and coming stars including:
NASCAR K&N Pro Series East
champion Kyle Larson; 17- By Kimberly Hyde, NASCAR
year-old Dylan Kwasniewski,
the youngest K&N Pro Series The inaugural 2013 UNOH Battle At the Beach will be the destination for
West Champion in history; fans to get a glimpse of NASCAR’s stars of tomorrow.

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