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Timing chain kits for aftermarket applications added to Gates range

Gates, a leading global provider of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions, is launching Timing Chain Kits into the aftermarket. (more…)
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ALLDATA Repair helps solves ‘unusual’ issue discovered on Skoda Karoq

A diagnosis was required for a 2020 Skoda Karoq 1.0 TSI after the vehicle’s owner brought an unusual problem to the workshop. Thankfully, ALLDATA Repair was able to come to the workshop’s aid. The customer reported ‘jerking’ when accelerating, but, despite clear symptoms, the vehicle’s fault memory did not show any corresponding indications. The workshop technician took the vehicle out for a test drive, where it was confirmed that, at higher speeds, the driver would feel significant vibrations throughout the vehicle, particularly in the steering wheel. A quick diagnosis would be tough because there were no error codes or messages...
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Proper fire safety precautions saves lives

We came upon this good advice from the Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service, which equally applies to the Republic. (more…)
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Watch: Synergy VRSI training Ireland’s next generation of paint technicians

In the below video, Peter Gray, the senior technical consultant at Synergy Vehicle Refinishing Solutions Ireland Ltd. (Synergy VRSI), announces the start of the company's apprentice training academy, and outlines the process that Ireland's next generation of paint technicians will go through. Peter Daly, managing director at Synergy VRSI, said: "Continuing our long legacy of car refinish training in Ireland, Peter Gray leads the next generation through their paces in Module 1 of our apprentices next generation two-day training course in the Accident Repair Centre Dublin. By teaching we learn."
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Watch: Inside Bosch’s brake pad manufacturing plant in Nanjing

Bosch has provided a closer look inside its dedicated brake pad manufacturing plant in Nanjing, China, comprising state-of-the-art facilities and rigorous testing procedures. (more…)
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Running Clearance in detail

Achieving the optimum running clearance between the brake pad and disc will help avoid overheating. Brakes can overheat for a number of reasons. One of the most common, and most easily solved, is the incorrect setting of the running clearance between the brake pad and disc. This can lead to the following problems: When clearance is …

December
21
2022

Fluid Contamination from Hose Degradation explained by Continental

When an oil or transmission cooler fails, the fluids can make their way into the cooling system which can result in hose degradation from the inside out causing premature failure. If this occurs, it is critical to flush the entire system to remove the fluids and prevent damage.

December
17
2022

ABS Sensor Damage

Damage to disc with ABS sensor

December
10
2022

Preventing Premature Cooling System Water Pump Failure

Keep the cooling system free of debris and corrosion to prevent premature water pump failure

December
5
2022

Why headlights can become suddenly misaligned

Headlights becoming misaligned all by themselves shouldn’t really happen. Once they’ve been aligned, they should stay that way until the owner or repair shop decides to intervene. But, like many other things that “shouldn’t really” happen, it does occur from time to time. The most important causes are as follows: Something has broken. The internal …

December
1
2022

Battery Health & Safety Guide

The handling and proper use of lead-acid batteries is not hazardous provided appropriate facilities are available and reasonable care is taken. Below we have listed potential hazards that may arise, the precautions to taken to minimise such hazards and the action to be taken in the event of an accident or emergency situation. Sulphuric Acid …

November
27
2022

Chain wear and stretch

Chain wear and stretch caused bottles to fall to the floor, resulting in significant production loss. Chain vibration caused stress and eventual failure of bearings, and they had to be replaced too often. The plant was also having issues with grease and rust accumulating on the chain.

November
20
2022

Brake Pads Trouble Tracers

Brake Pads Trouble Tracers

November
15
2022

How to Use the Continental Krikit Gauge

Proper belt tension is essential for the life of a serpentine belt, pulleys, and components on the drive belt system. Continental’s Krikit gauge can help you achieve correct tension to avoid belt slippage, belt wear and damage to the belt drive components.

November
10
2022

Air Springs Guide

This Information is designed to help when servicing Air springs

November
1
2022