...LuK Clutch Academy Nissan Navara The Nissan Navara (D40) has proved a to be a popular pick-up truck. Unfortunately, the later 2.5 dCi model hasn't been without some problems, mainly due to overloading the vehicle. Because of this overloading, some owners have complained of burnt out clu...
...LuK Clutch Academy Audi A6 2.0TDi The Audi A6, launched in 1994, is still a popular executive vehicle on the road today. The technical team at LuK take a closer look at the Audi A6 2.0TDi saloon for a clutch and flywheel replacement, and offer a few handy hints that should prove useful to...
...LuK Clutch Academy Laguna 3 2.0 Petrol F4R The Renault Laguna was launched in 1994. In 2001 we saw the second generation Laguna followed by the third generation, in October 2007. The vehicle has seen very strong sales in the Ireland, and is popular with families for its room and comfort...
...LuK Clutch Academy 2WD Hyundai Tucson 2.0P Compact SUVS are quite a popular choice of vehicle and the chance of one arriving at your workshop is highly likely. The LuK technical team takes a look at a 2WD 2.0 petrol clutch replacement on the Hyundai Tucson. The vehicle is probably fi...
...LuK Clutch Academy Citroen C5 2.0 HDi (RHZ) The LuK technical team takes a closer look at the 2.0HDI engine (RHZ) from a Citroen C5, which is fitted with a Dual Mass Flywheel (DMF) and pull type clutch (LuK Installed part 623304100) that should take about 6 hours to replace. This artic...
...LuK Clutch Academy - Grand Vitara 1.6P G16B engine The LuK technical team takes a closer look at the Suzuki Grand Vitara, this one had covered close to 130,000 miles of harsh use through its service life. Because of this type of useage, it's important that particular attention is taken...
...Self Adjusting Clutch (SAC) Explained The LuK Self-Adjusting Clutch (SAC) contains an innovative adjusting mechanism that guarantees a consistently smooth and light gearchange for the lifetime of the clutch. Learn more about SAC here…...
...Dual Mass Flywheels (DMF) – Visual inspection and damage patterns Ralf Kuhlmey, Technical Trainer at Schaeffler Automotive Aftermarket, conducts a visual check of several LuK DMFs - highlighting the different types of issue that can occur – such as grease contamination, blue colorat...
...Dual Mass Flywheel (DMF) – Design and function The LuK Dual Mass Flywheel (DMF) is a vibration damping element for modern engines that is divided into a primary and secondary mass. Ralf Kuhlmey, Technical Trainer at Schaeffler, shows how a DMF is constructed,why it works, and how the...
...Dual Mass Flywheel (DMF) testing tool Using the LuK DMF testing tool allows you to determine possible DMF wear by measuring the rotational freeplay angle and the bearing rock. Ralf Kuhlmey, Technical Trainer at Schaeffler, explains how to assemble the tool step-by-step, and shows what...