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.

Tim Howes, Deputy General Manager, Supply Chain & Technical Service, NGK Spark Plugs explains the role of lambda sensors. The Lambda or oxygen sensor supplies the engine management system with information about the quantity of residual oxygen within the exhaust gas. As this value is intrinsically linked to the degree of complete combustion attained by …

As we move towards summer, the market-leader in original thermal products, DENSO, explains the importance of compressors, and highlights the most common, avoidable error made during installation and servicing. A/C systems are a fundamental part of every modern vehicle, and now an essential feature rather than a luxury for most drivers. The compressor acts as …

In this article the LuK technical team takes a closer look at the Suzuki Grand Vitara which has covered close to 130,000 miles with quite harsh use through its life. Because of this it is important that particular attention is made to the whole transmission system for possible wear. The Suzuki in question is the …

Braking components are absolutely vital to the safe running of your vehicle and the safety of those around you. ‘Lightweight’ brake discs are advertised in the market place to increase fuel economy but is this really the best option? In order to be competitive, some manufacturers cut their production and distribution costs by reducing the …

The demands on global vehicle manufacturers (VMs) to reduce vehicle weight, cost and hydrocarbon emissions are omnipresent. In turn, this places more and more pressure on parts and systems manufacturers to develop new fuel-saving technologies or to improve existing ones. A leader in this field is the ZF Group, owner of the TRW brand. The …

Why replace the Lambda sensor? Ageing Lambda sensors worsen engine performance, increase fuel consumption and may wear out the catalyst. An ageing or fouled sensor tends to have a slower response time, which can degrade system performance, so it’s vital to replace them in time to keep the engine performing as well as it should. …

As a major OE supplier to Toyota, LuK is in a good position to offer handy hints and tips to any independent aftermarket garage looking to undertake this repair. Pic1 The first generation of Yaris was launched in 1999 and it has since gone on to become a popular city car, with the model used …

Ryan’s Automotive recently ran the rule over an 2003 Opel Astra 1.7DTI that arrived with a complaint of no power and the customer had been told that the engine ECU was suspected of being faulty as it wasn’t switching the boost control solenoid. On an initial test drive the car was indeed slightly low on power. …

Keith Walsh of MKW Motors & Training warns technicians not to fit cheap electronic sensors or actuators In this article I will talk about a recent case we diagnosed in MKW Motors, which will prove the mistake. Yes the cheap part will give you more profit at the end of the job “so we think …