...Installation tip for tensioning pulley CT1114K1 and CT1115K1 for various Fiat, Ford, Lancia, Alfa 1.1-1.4 engines Problem: During installation, the spring is seen to be detached from the pulley, which means that it is no longer possible to set the tension. Cause: Inexpert handling...
...Citroen C2 / C3 / C3 Pluriel Model year: 10/2006 – 03/2008 Failure of the front light The complaint has been made that the front headlight fails in the above vehicles. The above problem with the lighting system may be caused by faulty ECU software. The light switch posit...
...Astra J Model year: 2010–2012 Engine: A16XER + A18XER Loss of coolant If, in the above vehicles, it is found that there is a gradual loss of coolant, this may be caused by the seal between the thermostat housing and thermostat. As of May 2012, a modified seal has been used in pr...
...Brake shoe set 8DB 355 005-111 / R1301 8DB 355 002-751 / H9670 8DB 355 004-921 / R1230 8DB 355 004-911 / R1225 Different types The design of the handbrake lever on the brake shoe is different in comparison with the first version, or rather the attachment element for the handbrake cabl...
...Astra G model year: 2003 Astra H model year: 2004 - 2007 engine code: Z16XEP Vectra C model year: 2006 - 2008 engine code: Z16XEP Meriva model year: 2006 - 2010 engine code: Z16XEP Zafira B model year: 2005 - 2007 engine code: Z16XEP Insufficient engine power malfunction in...
...Seat Altea/Leon/Toledo Model year: 2004 - 2007 Engine: 2.0 TDI BKD Loss of coolant The above vehicles may experience a slow coolant loss. It is not possible to determine the cause of this issue at a glance. To determine the cause of the coolant loss in the TDI motors with the cod...
...Checks to complete when fitting 821340 on Citroen and Peugeot applications. When fitting clutch kit 821340, special attention should be given to the surrounding components to ensure no clutch actuation faults occur. Valeo Service UK advises to always replace the clutch cable when replaci...
...Cranking Current Testing Using an Oscilloscope Frank Massey's Top Ten tests with PicoScope: #1 Cranking current In our first video, Frank discusses using PicoScope to observe voltage drop against load, measured as current by the consumer. Frank discusses theory of testing, what is be...
...50 Shades of Carbon Cleaning engines is a dirty game, as Autoinform's Frank Massey explains. 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 its post combustion...
...Troubleshooting Brake Discs A thorough inspection of brake discs is very important to proper brake operation and should be included with every brake service. In this Tech Tip, Juratek identifies common problems that may be encountered during brake servicing and the proper remedy. Natural...