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Highway Automotive focuses on A/C compressor fault diagnosis and replacement

The compressor is central to the air conditioning (A/C) system as it compresses and circulates the refrigerant around the system’s sealed loop. After the refrigerant cools down in the condenser, it flows through the thermal expansion valve (TXV) to the evaporator and then returns to the compressor for the cycle to be repeated for as long as the A/C is in use. (more…)
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Air conditioning condenser advice from Nissens Automotive

Effective air conditioning (AC) is a very important factor for the wellbeing of the drivers responsible for delivering goods throughout the country, and for the vehicles carrying the loads, which is why the regular maintenance of the AC system should be a priority for every fleet operator. (more…)
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Watch: Bosch talks filter quality

Bosch filters are equipped with high-quality filter media and their large filter surface retains harmful particles. This supports optimum engine performance and helps avoid expensive repairs. Watch the below video where Bosch's product trainers go more in depth. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D7xHwbJjmAw
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Opel Movano injector repair case

A workshop faced a tough ask when the injectors of a 2017 Opel Movano B Combi needed to be serviced – but the cylinder numbering was not visible on the vehicle’s documents – so how did the technician count the cylinder sequence? (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