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• Diagnostics 2008 Volvo V70

• Apr 12

• eXponentia (29)
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...Diagnostics 2008 Volvo V70 Working with what you know Sometimes you encounter a problem on a car that doesn’t seem to have a clear solution. Sometimes the only thing you can do is fix what you can, and then see what effect that has on the rest of the situation. Using this method,...

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• Relative compression testing made easy

• Nov 14

• Ryans Automotive (14)
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...Relative compression testing made easy Correct functioning of an engine depends on many things like correct sensor readings and good functioning actuators. But the engine itself also needs to be in good condition. A relative compression test can easily determine whether all cylinders...

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• LuK Clutch Academy Citroen C5 2.0 HDi (RHZ)

• Oct 16

• LuK (131) Contact
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...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...

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• Diagnostics 2009 Audi A3 - Fixing the Un-Fixable Car

• Apr 13

• eXponentia (29)
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...Diagnostics 2009 Audi A3 - Fixing the Un-Fixable Car A 2009 Audi A3 recently went around to many garages in Ireland, in search for a cure for a severe running problem. After many unsuccesful repair attempts, eXponentia’s Steve Carter was asked to diagnose the problem. This troubleso...

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• Antifreeze facts and basics

• Nov 14

• febi (168)
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...Antifreeze facts and basics Most driver’s understanding of the function of coolant is limited to expecting the coolant to not freeze in the winter or overheat in summer. That’s it. febi explains what the real requirements are. In truth, the requirements on coolant for stateof-...

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• Turbo intercoolers under pressure

• Oct 16

• Nissens (25)
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...Turbo intercoolers under pressure Nissens A significant portion of the current car parc is fitted with a turbo and that will continue to grow. With an increased focus on the environment, as well as greater attention to engine downsizing and fuel economy, the intercooler is being pushed...

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• Diagnostics BMW X5, VW Golf Mk4 and a Fiat Punto Marea

• Nov 11

• eXponentia (29)
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...Diagnostics BMW X5, VW Golf Mk4 and a Fiat Punto Marea Nothing is as good as good information eXponentia’s Steve Carter recounts troubleshooting faults on three very different cars with one common key to a successful repair; the availability of vehicle specific information....

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• Fundamental Scope tests

• Oct 16

• PicoScope (102)
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...Fundamental Scope tests An oscilloscope is a versatile tool that can be used in a variety of ways. PicoScope has details on some of these diagnostic tests, where a scope can be used to help you in everyday tasks. Relative Compression Test Used to check suspected compression problems...

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• Diagnostics Fiat Ducato Will Not Start

• Sep 11

• eXponentia (29)
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...Diagnostics Fiat Ducato Will Not Start eXponentia’s Steve Carter tackles a Fiat that refused to start a replacement engine, thought to be identical to the failed engine. But sometimes things are not as they appear to be, and only knowledge and good diagnostics will get you to a ha...

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• Diagnostics Kia Carnival Antilock Brakes

• Nov 11

• Ryans Automotive (14)
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...Diagnostics Kia Carnival Antilock Brakes When a Kia Carnival’s Antilock Brake System (ABS) light came on at speeds greater than 110kph, the problem seemed easy to fix. It was, but only when the proper tools were used to diagnose the problem. A.D.S explains the proper steps needed to f...