These tools are designed to remove and install front wheel drive front wheel bearings. It is not necessary to remove the knuckle assembly from the vehicle, and, as a result, front wheel alignment is not altered.
Vehicle Setup
1. Raise the vehicle until all weight is off the front wheels, and they hang freely.
2. Remove the following components: • front tires • axle nut • outer tie rod nut and tie rod • disc brake caliper - use a wire (or OTC No. 7661 caliper hanger set) to hold caliper out of the way and prevent damage to brake hose • brake rotor • loosen the lower ball joint from the steering knuckle assembly
3. Lubricate the forcing screw in the tool set.
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Mitsubishi’s MIVEC turbo unit is a direct descendent of Tommi Mäkinen’s 2.0L turbo, a bit refined, but definitely out of the same box as the Evo units. Throttle response is excellent, utilising Mitsubishi’s fly-by-wire electronic throttle control technology, and, more impressive, is the sound the twin exhausts make on over run…more on that a bit later.
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Whenever an automatic transmission is replaced, overhauled or individual components are replaced, use this procedure to clear Engine Control Module (ECM, SAE term: Powertrain Control Module, PCM) “Learned Values” to minimize subsequent performance concerns. CAUTION: Failure to follow the procedure below may lengthen the time to readjust the ECM “Learned Values,” potentially resulting in performance concerns.
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This Service Bulletin contains Oxygen Sensor (O2S) Monitor threshold values for all models from 1996 to 2003 and some 2004 models. Starting in 2004, the O2S Monitor threshold values can be found in the repair manual. These values are used when analyzing the O2S test results to determine the O2S condition.
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Attached, for your reference, is a list of OEM paint codes for all 2001 – 2002 model year vehicles and 2003 model year Corolla and Matrix vehicles. NOTE: The body color code is on the vehicle Certification Regulation Label, located on the left front door “B” pillar or door rear lower surface. Please contact your local paint representative for the actual paint mixing formulas or if you need help in color matching.
- 2001 – 2002 model year vehicles, all models.
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Carbon Zapp, Automotive Injection Service Solutions, was established in 1989 in Athens, Greece by Bill Pantazis. Starting with a small network of suppliers and engineers, and the great need to reduce emissions produced by vehicles due to stringent environmental regulations worldwide, he started manufacturing equipment to clean the internal combustion engines with the use of treatment detergents. In 1991, a team of engineers designed and developed the first machines for gasoline fuel injectors, using test benches and cleaning by means of ultrasonics. During the year 2001, these machines had already been through four generations of development and upgraded for gasoline Direct (more…)

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Introduction: Remove/Install rear sub-frame bushes in Mondeo. Can be used in situ – no need to remove sub-frame from vehicle. Applications: Ford Mondeo 2001, 10/2000 onwards
3.1 Ensure that the vehicle is adequately supported on axle stands before working under the vehicle.
3.2 Although there is no need to remove the sub-frame from the vehicle it will be necessary to lower it to gain access to both sides of the bush housing.
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Includes Camaro Z28, Trans Am, Corvette and GTO
Chapter 1: Basic Turbocharging Concepts ­ 5
Chapter 2: Selcting a Turbocharger for the LS1 – 11
Chapter 3: Turbocharger Systems and Components – 16 Turbochargers Wastegates BOV Headers Boost Control
Chapter 4: Intercooling ­ 21 Air to Air Intercooling Air to Water Intercooling Alky Injection
Chapter 5: The Hot Side ­ 25 Manifolds Stock Manifolds Truck Log Style Manifolds Custom Tubular Headers Downpipes
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The purpose of this book is to provide the reader with a comprehensive guide to turbocharging the Ford Mustang 5.0. The book is intended to educate the reader in all aspects of turbocharging that is specific to the 5.0 engine, as well as general turbocharging concepts. The knowledge gained from reading this book should allow the user to make informative decisions concerning turbocharger selection, engine build configuration, fuel system upgrades, PCV solutions, EEC tuning and upgrades, turbocharger system fabrication and much more.
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Turbochargers can be hazardous when not used as specified by the manufacturer. To prevent damage and personal injury:
- Always use the turbocharger part number specified by the engine manufacturer.
- Use only in applications approved by the engine manufacturer.
- Do not touch before checking surface temperatures.
- Do not work on a running turbocharger or engine.
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