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• Repairing thread damage in vehicle diagnostics

• Nov 12

• Autoinform (109) Contact
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...Repairing thread damage in vehicle diagnostics In this exclusive AUTOiNFORM video, diagnostics guru Frank Massey demonstrates an engineering solution to thread damage - a common problem which can be solved using a special kit which allows secure thread repair. https://www.youtube.c...

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  Technical Bulletin

• INF135 Kia Sedona Clutch Kit

• Nov 12

• Blue Print (202) Contact
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...INF135 Kia Sedona Clutch Kit Kia Sedona Clutch Kit Replacement Applications: Kia Sedona 2.9DT 1999>2006 Applicable References: ADG03035 / ADG03058 / ADG03325 We have had reports of clearance and gear selection problems for the Kia Sedona 1999>2006 2.9DT. Repairers understandably...

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  Tech Tip

• Testing for a brake pressure switch fault

• Nov 12

• Bosch (20)
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...A fault code retrieved from a car starts you on the journey to find out what caused the fault, but it does not tell you that some part is faulty. Ken Geer, Bosch Technical trainer and programme developer, explains an easy way to determine if an integrated brake pressure sensor is actually...

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  Tech Tip

• Combustion and EGR Part 2

• Nov 12

• Autobiz (337)
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...In this second part of the series, the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) continues looking at the combustion process, stoichiometry and emissions in petrol and diesel engines, concentrating on diesel exhaust g as recirculation (EGR), and the differences between them. The first thing th...

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  Tech Tip

• Smart battery charger

• Nov 12

• Ring Automotive (4)
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...Smart battery charger With winter approaching, garages can expect an increase in the number of battery faults and repair jobs. Ring say their SmartChargePro range of battery chargers is the ideal tool to maximise customer service and profit during the winter season. Having a battery cha...

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  Part Info Sheet

• Timing Chain Tensioner PRO0016 - 40 93 3044

• Oct 12

• SWAG (23)
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...Timing Chain Tensioner PRO0016 - 40 93 3044 (40933044 ) Chain tensioner fits Opel 2.0l turbo and 2.2l petrol engines PROBLEM Although all the components have been correctly fitted, rattling noises are often present (caused by the elongation of the timing chain). If the timing chain...

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  Part Info Sheet

• Control Arm Bush PRO0017 - 30 93 1253

• Oct 12

• SWAG (23)
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...Control Arm Bush PRO0017 - 30 93 1253 (30931253 ) Suspension arm bush fits VW Polo (9N), Seat Ibiza (6L), Skoda Fabia (6Y/5J) PROBLEM Knocking or creaking noises occur in the axle area when driving. CAUSE Vehicle manufacturers design suspension arm bushes which are often not strong...

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  Technical Bulletin

• Audi A3 - Boot lid lighting not working

• Oct 12

• Hella Ireland (1757)
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...Audi A3 Model years 1997 to 2003 All models Trunk Boot lid lighting not functioning If a customer complains about the above error, this could be caused by water entering the trunk lid lock. The cu stomer may also complain that the warning light indicating the trunk lid is open lig...

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• Citroen Berlingo (02-08) - Failure of low beam

• Oct 12

• Hella Ireland (1757)
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...Citroen Berlingo Model years 2002-2008 Failure of the low beam If a customer complains about the above problem, this could be caused by a frayed cable harness. Additionally t here may be electrical failures/malfunctions. The cable harness runs from the fuse box in the engine compart...

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  Technical Bulletin

• Alfa Romeo 159 - Power steering makes noises

• Oct 12

• Hella Ireland (1757)
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...Alfa Romeo 159 All models Power steering makes noises If a customer complains about the above error, this could be caused by air that has entered the steering system. The noises are produced by cavitation and occur during the cold start phase in particular. These complaints can u...