...Tales from the Workshop Steve Rothwell VW Transporter - Driveshaft failure The driver of this 2009 VW Transporter had felt an unusual clunk from the driveline, but it had only happened the once, and he brushed it off as insignificant. When he felt the problem again accompanied...
...LuK Clutch Academy 2008 Ford Focus 1.6 REPXPERT's Alistair Mason, replaces the clutch in a 2008 Ford Focus 1.6 (petrol), which has covered more than 85,000 miles. With a book time of just shy of five hours and basic workshop equipment required, this is a profitable repair for any worksh...
...Skoda Octavia 2.0 TDi - timing belt installation guide The 2.0-litre TDi diesel engine, used in the Octavia, features a timing belt driven water pump. As replacing the belt also requires the auxiliary drive system to be removed, Dayco recommend that all the systems' components - primary...
...Thermal problems after a thermostat change #experts #technicalmessenger #technicalexpertsTechnical Messenger 06|2016 Thermal problems after a thermostat change This episode of the Technical Messenger is about possible thermal problems after a thermostat change: Often, the cooling circu...
...#mahle #technicalmessenger #technicalservicesTechnical Messenger - Additional connection on MAN radiators Certain MAHLE radiators have been specially equipped with an additional connection on the expansion tank for vehicles produced to meet the Euro 6 emission standard. These radiators ar...
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...Technical MessengerWhen replacing the coolant pump in EA 288-series 1.6 TDI and 2.0 TDI engines, various pump types can be installed. Starting in 2012, these engines were fitted with switchable coolant pumps during construction. To warm up the engine even faster, a shroud slides over the...
...Tips for Low-Noise, Effective Braking ByMary VerDuin -15. October 2020The correct treatment of brake pads can prevent noise.Rattling, vibrations, squeaking: noises during braking ca n significantly impair the driving experience. But what exactly is behind these NVH phenomena and how can...
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