...A common problem on the 800cc Daewoo/Chevrolet Matiz is corrosion to the alloy cylinder head and warping of the plastic inlet manifold, eventually resulting in a coolant leak between the two. Blue Print explains how this problem can be easily overcome to get the engine running properly aga...
...Blue Print’s Fuel Filter Removal Tool (ADK85502) is an OE developed tool for vehicles fitted with a JTD type engine. It helps make the job of replacing the fuel filter more efficient and more importantly, greatly reduces the risk of damaging the fuel filter housing. Asian and American...
...Nissan Navara Transfer Switch Fault and Replacement In this video we investigate a common issue involving water ingress into the transfer box on Nissan Navara D40 and Pathfinder R51 models, the faults that it causes and the steps required to fix the problem. Transfer box seal transfer...
...This video demonstrates the steps required to change the rear brake discs and pads of a Hyundai i40. Unlike most disc and pad changes, this process requires input from suitable diagnostic equipment as the i40 has an Electric Parking Brake or EPB. G-Scan 2...
...Sensing a commercial issue An Isuzu N series fleet vehicle was giving trouble while being driven. The Isuzu 3 litre four-cylinder common rail engine was fitted with a 24V electrical system, which proves no problem to either G-Scan or G-Scan 2. Blue Print Technical Consultant Jim Gilmour e...
...MINI radiator fan failure The radiator fan resistor on the BMW Mini (2001 - 2006) can fail, resulting in one or both of the fan speeds no longer working, potentially causing overheating issues. Blue Print explains the steps to fix this problem. The resistor is attached to the radiato...
...This video shows the shutdown process that needs to be carried out when working on, or in the close proximity of, any part of the high voltage system on the Toyota Prius, Toyota Auris and Lexus CT200h models (e.g. air conditioning compressor, rear suspension, etc). High Voltage Safety,...
...A Mazda without a spark A Mazda MX-5 (MK2) was coming out of hibernation to enjoy the brief spring sunshine. The owner noticed that their pride and joy was not performing as well as it should. After a bit of tinkering, changing the spark plugs and the air filter, they decided to take it...
...Toyota Timing Chain Replacement 1ND--E52C For the next instalment of Blue Print TV we show you how to replace a vehicles timing chain. For the purpose of this video we have removed the engine from the vehicle to provide a clearer view of the process required....
...Diagnosing wide band O2 sensors Blue Print Technical Consultant Jim Gilmour, takes a look at 4 Wire Wide Band Oxygen Sensors, how they work and how to correctly diagnose faults. Despite what the experts say, oxygen sensor diagnosis is not easy. When an oxygen sensor fails completely,...