...Radiator Electrolysis It can happen very quickly, even in a matter of weeks or even days. A perfectly good radiator can develop pin-hole leaks that are an indicator of possible electrolysis. Harbour Radiator’s Garry O’Brien, explains what to look for and how to prevent it from...
...Toyota Prius Equalisation Charge Hybrids are here to stay, and they are going to thrive under a combination of more stringent emission requirements and rising fuel costs. eXponentia’s Steve Carter recounts a problem encountered on a Prius that refused to start and then required an...
...Understanding Opel/Vauxhall Engine Numbers...
...The LEDayLine 15 and 30 daytime running lights are set apart by their shallow depth, simple mounting and low energy consumption. Once the mounting frame has been secured to the vehicle front, the daytime running light simply "snaps" into the mounting frame fixture. Follow the ins...
...Filter inserts KX 178 D, KX 228 D, and KX 220 D (VW/Audi applications): risk of leaks due to assembly error An increased number of fuel filter inserts have recently been sent to the MAHLE Aftermarket filter specialists because of leaks that occurred after filter replacement. The fil...
...Drive belt tensioning and component installation tips Incorrect belt tensioning and component installation are major causes of premature primary drive belt failure. Malcolm Short, Technical Support Manager for Schaeffler Automotive Aftermarket, talks to AUTOiNFROM ONLINE MAGAZINE about...
...Diagnostics on Bosch common rail DTC 17 In this exclusive video for AUOTiNFORM online magazine, vehicle diagnostics expert Frank Massey looks at testing hydraulic functionality on the newest Bosch common rail DTC 17 system. Subscribe to AUTOiNFORM ONLINE MAGAZINE for FREE at www.auto...
...How to test the latest direct petrol injectors In this issue's exclusive 'HOW TO' video, Frank Massey, Diagnostics Director of AUTOiNFORM online magazine, explains in detail his procedure when testing the latest fuel delivery systems in his ADS workshop in Preston. hydraulic zero...
...Frank Massey's diagnostic workflow procedure In this exclusive video for AUTOiNFORM online magazine, Frank Massey explains the diagnostic process he follows when finding vehicle faults in his workshop, using his specially devised flow-chart. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DE-08_uY9e...
...Combustion and EGR In this first part of a series, the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) looks at the combustion process and emissions in petrol and diesel engines, the reasons behind the need for exhaust gas recirculation (EGR), EGR operation and what happens when things go wrong. Pe...