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IAAF appoints James Dillon as technical director

The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) in the UK has appointed James Dillon as its new technical director. (more…)
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Gates explains the key to fuel efficiency in commercial vehicles

In the competitive commercial vehicle sector, every drop of fuel counts. The pressure to meet increasingly strict emissions regulations (such as Euro 6) and the need to optimise Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) have driven innovation in every engine component. (more…)
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Schaeffler launches Stellantis EMR3 axle repair solutions

Until now, if a Stellantis electric vehicle such as the Opel Mokka or Peugeot E-208 experienced issues with the electric motor, reduction gearbox, or peripheral power electronics components, the only option was an expensive replacement of the complete E-Axle. (more…)
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ALLDATA Repair offers Inside Intelligence on BMW F34 320D

When a vehicle suddenly presents a host of issues, it can leave the owner worried and frustrated about an imminent and costly repair. In its latest bulletin, ALLDATA Europe reveals how ALLDATA Repair and BMW OEM repair data could help diagnose intermittent starting issues on a 2016 BMW F34 320D. (more…)
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Do not apply copper grease to brake pads, warns Comline

Comline Ireland is urging independent workshops to reconsider the use of copper-based grease on brake pads, as modern braking systems become ever more reliant on electronic sensors and precise component movement. (more…)
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Fitting instructions FIAT Ducato; CITROEN Jumper / Relay; PEUGEOT Boxer front shock absorbers and coil springs

KYB has launched a video showing the correct fitment of KYB shock absorbers and coil springs to the front of: Fiat Ducato (01.94-12.01) Citroen Jumper / Relay (01.94-1 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KG80k9NdRQU

June
30
2015

Fitting instructions RENAULT Megane II rear shock absorbers and coil springs

KYB has launched a video showing the correct fitment of KYB shock absorbers and coil springs to the rear of: Renault Megane II, Megane II Grandtour (10.02-11.08) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EV0B3Fpo8LY

June
30
2015

Fitting instructions SMART Fortwo rear shock absorbers and coil springs

KYB has launched a video showing the correct fitment of KYB shock absorbers and coil springs to the rear of: Smart Fortwo Cabrio (01.07-) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GszQ2-9XV7A

June
30
2015

Fitting instructions MERCEDES Citan; RENAULT Kangoo II, front shock absorbers

KYB has launched a video showing the correct fitment of KYB shock absorbers to the front of: Mercedes Citan (11.12-) Renault Kangoo II (02.08-) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FI58DSvvEGA

June
30
2015

It’s logical Captain!

Component testing hints and tips from James Dillon Often the difficulty when facing a broken vehicle which is presenting a fault code, is working out quickly and accurately exactly what the root cause of the problem is. Our resident diagnostic trouble-shooter, James Dillon, has put together this short ‘hints and tips’ piece to help technicians …

June
30
2015

ContiTech Expert Tips: Detailed instructions for Audi A3

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 an Audi A3 1.8-liter T with engine code ARZ.

June
23
2015

Be in the know

Why an independent garage should demand more than just technical information from its technical information supplier…

June
8
2015

ContiTech shows how to avoid errors when changing timing belts

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. In this, ContiTech experts provide a step-by-step explanation of the correct change procedure for a timing belt on an Audi A3 1.8-litre T with …

May
20
2015

50 shades of carbon

Hoping to improve on my personal finances I decided to write something dirty this month. Having written many times reflecting on problems associated with diesel combustion and it’s post combustion treatment failures. Also I recall referring to the close similarities with direct petrol injection principles .when dealing with our diesel car owners, a process of …

May
15
2015

How to diagnose misfires

Willie Barry of AGE offers some top tips on diagnosing misfires. Air/fuel ratios caused by leaking fuel pressure regulators and other fuel control issues can also cause general misfires on other vehicles. Freeze-frame data obtained by a scan tool can be used to determine the conditions under which a general misfire has occurred. In these …

May
8
2015