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

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

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

Tech Tip: Rodeo Steering Wheel Vibration, Shimmy or Nibble Some Rodeo owners may comment on the presence of steering wheel vibration or shimmy during vehicle operation at medium to high speed. More

PT Cruiser Chirps at the Drive Belt Some PT Cruiser drivers may comment that their vehicles have started making strange sounds. More

Tech Tip: Cadillac DeVille Makes a Moaning Noise If a customer complains about a moaning noise in his or her 1998 Cadillac DeVille, it may be due to the steering system frequencies. More

Noisy Toyota Steering Wheel Gets the Grease Some Toyota drivers may complain of hearing a clunk, pop or knock type noise when turning the steering wheel left or right. More

Tech Tip: Solving Lower Ball Joint Removal and Installation Issues When installing a replacement ball joint in these applications, technicians may note that the new ball joint may not fit tight in the opening of the lower control arm. More

Installation Errors Increase Risk of Power Steering Pump Returns Replacing a power steering pump is a fairly simple job on most vehicles. But if the installation is not done correctly, it may result in noisy operation, reduced power assist or no power assist at all, according to Mike Simon of Ixetic, a manufacturer of power steering pumps. More

Why do Automotive Ball Joints, Tie Rods and Suspension Links Wear Out? The ball and socket joint has been around on animals and humans for millennia. This simple design has been used on vehicles since the turn of the century because it works. But, just like our hip joints, ball and socket joints like ball joints, tie-rods and sway bar links wear out. More