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Best practise riveting sequence for CV brake platforms

The integrity of a commercial vehicle’s (CV) braking system depends heavily on the correct attachment of friction material to the brake shoe platform for the drum brake. Riveting remains the most reliable method for securing brake linings, especially in heavy-duty applications. Improper riveting can lead to premature wear, reduced braking efficiency, and safety hazards. (more…)
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Comline partners automotive YouTuber to launch timing chain kits

Comline Auto Parts has announced a new content partnership with The Car Edition YouTube channel. (more…)
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ALLDATA shares insights on ‘gigacasting’ using Tesla OEM repair data

Gigacasting is changing vehicle manufacturing – and repair practices along with it. Helpfully, with ALLDATA Repair, workshops and bodyshops can either replace or repair complex aluminium structures, like those on Tesla models. (more…)
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Gates belt-in-oil range for Ford EcoBoost applications

At present, two timing belts are available in the Gates Belt-In-Oil range for Ford EcoBoost 1.0 litre applications, (A) T354HOB and (B) T359HOB. The difference being the width of the belts 18.1mm and 16mm, both timing belts are also available in various Gates Powergrip Kit formats, details shown below, for further vehicle application details, also visit Gates online catalogue. (more…)
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Why accurate product and application data matters across the supply chain

The automotive aftermarket is built on choice, competition and collaboration. Unlike vehicle manufacturers, it does not rely on a single data source or closed ecosystem. Instead, it brings together information from thousands of manufacturers, brands and suppliers, all working to support independent workshops and motor factors. (more…)
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BMW EGR

A couple of interesting workshop repairs are my focus in this month’s edition, the first involves a bmw 530 common rail diesel.

April
9
2016

Vauxhall Zafira B – Recirculation air flap malfunction

In the above vehicles, a damaged drive (Figure 1) between the recirculation air flap shaft and the recirculation air flap itself can lead to a malfunction

April
7
2016

Toyota Auris Hybrid – Reduced drive power (emergency operation mode)

The complaint has been made that the warning lights in the instrument cluster light up and emergency operation mode is activated when the above vehicles are in motion.

March
24
2016

PEUGEOT 307 / 308 / Expert – Malfunction of the lighting system

The light switch position in the above vehicles may not be detected by the control electronics in certain cases. If this happens, the lighting system may not switch on due to faulty software.

March
16
2016

Toyota Verso-S – Smoke generation

Smoke generation may be experienced when driving one of the vehicles listed above. Engine oil can collect in the charge-air cooler and get into the combustion chamber, thus causing smoke to be generated during operation

March
3
2016

Technical Information – Damper weights on the brake caliper

When a moving vehicle brakes, oscillations occur at the brake caliper. These oscillations generate vibrations, which can lead to unpleasant breaking noises. In order to dampen (eliminate) these unwanted oscillations, additional weights are attached to the component in question. These weights are known as damper weights.

January
4
2016

Five Steps for Powering Down a Hybrid/EV (Promoting and Profiting with Hybrids)

What steps should you take when powering down a hybrid vehicle? The Delphi Training Series breaks it down for you. To see the full webinar promoting and profiting with hybrids, visit https://youtu.be/ZRy75nLZjRU

December
16
2015

What is brake noise?

Brake noise typically originates from vibration on a part within the wheel end section of the vehicle – between the tyre and the connection to the chassis. Noise is often blamed on the brake pad itself, but can come from any part, from the wheel bearing to the ball joint. Within the brake system, it’s …

December
16
2015

ContiTech: Detailed instructions for Fiat 500 1.2 Timing belt change

Significant errors are frequently committed when changing the timing belt. To ensure that the belt change operation goes smoothly, the ContiTech Power Transmission Group provides fitters with a detailed installation guide. The ContiTech expert provides a step-by-step explanation of how to change the belt correctly in a Fiat 500.

December
6
2015

Blue Print adds video to Blue Print TV

Blue Print has posted a new video on its YouTube channel that shows the shutdown process that needs to be carried out when working on, or in the close proximity of, any part of the high voltage system on the Toyota Prius, Toyota Auris and Lexus CT200h models. Blue Print says that under no circumstances …

November
12
2015