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• AC Diagnostics - Component temperatures

• Oct 17

• Nissens (25)
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...Operation of the air-conditioning system depends on a change of the refrigerant’s state that happens in the course of pressure and temperature variations inside the AC loop. Temperature-based diagnostics of components is considered as one of the basic methods to troubleshoot the system...

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• LuK Clutch Academy Ford Focus 1.8 TDCi

• Oct 17

• LuK (131) Contact
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...LuK Clutch Academy - Ford Focus 1.8 TDCi The Ford Focus is a popular car, so clutch replacement is a frequent undertaking. To ensure a quality repair inside the scheduled time of four and three-quarter hours, requires strict adherence to the correct procedure. Scheaffler's Malcolm Short...

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• Ford Galaxy 1.6 AUY Engine Timing Belt Guide

• Oct 17

• Contitech (157)
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...Tech T ip s\b8 N ovem \be\f 2 017 A U TO BIZSee th\fs and 1,000s more Te\bh T\fps on Te\bhT\fps.\fe When the timing belt is changed, thetensioner pulley, the idler pulley, andthe water pump should be replaced as well. \bnthe event that the water pump subsequentlyfails, the ent...

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• Starter problems caused by ignition switches

• Dec 17

• Autobiz (337)
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...Starter problems caused by ignition switches A faulty ignition switch can cause a starter to fail. Rotating electrics specialist Rhino Automotive gives details of a few things to look out for to prevent a replacement starter from falling victim to the same fault that damaged the first sta...

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• Timing belt clinic 2005 Kia Picanto 1.1 Petrol

• Dec 17

• INA (25)
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...Timing belt clinic 2005 Kia Picanto 1.1 Petrol The Picanto, a popular 'city car', was first launched in 2004 by the South Korean manufacturer and is now on its third generation. In this Timing Belt Clinic, Schaeffler RepXpert's Malcolm Short explains the steps needed to complete this job....

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• Tech Bits with Steve Rothwell December 2017

• Dec 17

• Blue Print (202) Contact
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...Tech Bits With Steve Rothwell - Sponsored by feb Volkswagen Beetle - overheating cause Like many vehicles now, this 2001 VW Beetle lacks the addition of a coolant temperature gauge on the dash pod. This, to my way of thinking, would be a better inclusion than the rev counter that is o...

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• Front suspension arm replacement on Discovery & Range Rover

• Dec 17

• First Line (47)
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...Front suspension arm replacement on Discovery & Range Rover When replacing the front lower suspension arms on Land Rover Discovery III/IV or Range Rover Sport, it is not uncommon for the job to throw in a curve ball. First Line gives some advice on the best way to deal with problems that...

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• Explaining Brake Noise

• May 10

• Ferodo (22)
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...EXPLAINING BRAKE NOISEBrake noise is one of the major reasons for a driver to visit the workshop, and often creates dis-satisfaction in otherwise happy customers. It can be a complex issue, and is often a difficult one to solve. Ferodo will provide a series of bulletins on brake noise and...

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• LuK Clutch Academy Opel Corsa 1.3 CDTi

• Feb 18

• LuK (131) Contact
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...LuK Clutch Academy Opel Corsa 1.3 CDTi This month, Schaeffler REPXPERT Alistair Mason replaced the clutch and dual mass flywheel (DMF) on an Opel Corsa 1.3 CDTI, while also taking a close look at a modified concentric slave cylinder (CSC) replacement. With the vehicle positioned on the...

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• Turbo damage from foreign objects

• Feb 18

• Melett Ltd. (7)
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...Turbo damage from foreign objects When a turbocharger fails, the failure is almost certainly the result of some external fault or pressures. Melett explains how to recognise turbocharger damage from foreign objects and how to prevent it from occurring. Turbochargers are manufactured...