R140.38 Removal/installation recommendations

During changing of the water pump and the associated flushing of the cooling circuit, errors are often made, which can result in contamination of the new coolant and can jeopardize the proper performance of the new water pump. It is therefore especially important to flush the entire cooling circuit before changing the water pump, adhere …

REPXPERT Alistair Mason replaces the timing belt on a 2010 Renault Wind fitted with a 1.6 petrol engine that has covered 53,000 miles. The scheduled time for this repair is 5.40 hours and with very little investment in tools, this make a great repair for any independent workshop, the only challenge is the lack of …

Make drivers and mechanics aware For tires, brakes and other safety related wear-and-tear parts, it is common to change them in pairs – for safety reasons. For car lamps, changing in pairs also makes sense. Replacing just one failed bulb can result in an unbalanced or unpredictable beam and thus potentially present a safety risk.  …

The oil level in the automatic transmission should be checked after an oil change or if a leak is suspected. The problem with 5-speed automatic transmissions (722.6) from Mercedes-Benz: no oil dipstick for the transmission is supplied during manufacturing. Things to Consider Oil dipsticks provided by replacement part suppliers like febi offer a remedy for …

The Mass Air Flow Sensor (otherwise known as MAF Sensor, Air Mass Meter or Mass Air Flow Meter) is installed between the air filter and the throttle valve and measures the air delivered to the cylinders of the engine. In the case of petrol engines, the intake air mass is the most important value for …

Timing belts are maintenance-free, i.e. they do not require retensioning. They endure high levels of stress as a result of the high temperatures in the engine compartment and the constant flexing and are subject to ageing and constant wear. Their condition should be inspected as a precautionary measure during servicing in accordance with the vehicle …

With vehicles parked up for prolonged periods during this years’ lockdowns, we now enter the winter, when large puddles are hard to avoid and potholes appear from nowhere. All these factors can contribute to reduce the service life of a wheel bearing. As a safety critical component, FAG wheel bearings are the obvious replacement choice …

A faulty or worn engine mount is one of the main causes of engine vibration and noise. And whilst this can be concerning for the vehicle owner, by understanding why they fail, what to look out for and how to replace them, you can help keep your customer’s car running smoothly, for a quiet and …

Federal-Mogul has developed the latest sealing technology with Goetze’s CarboGlide piston ring coating. Manufacturers are turning to piston ring coatings to enhance engine efficiency, as strives towards engine performance increase and emissions regulations become increasingly stringent. Goetze, used as OE-standard by the world’s major vehicle manufacturers, now brings its innovative technology to the aftermarket. Goetze …