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...Engine management - Past and futureI have long accepted that nothing stands still for long in this industry. Just when you think you have a grasp of the subject, something is sure to upset it. Nothing illustrates this more than power train diagnostics. Initially called fuel injection, late...
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- LuK Clutch Academy - Citroën DS3 1.2 VTi
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Dec 23
- REPXPERT (32)
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...REPXPERT Clutch Academy Citroën DS3 1.2 VTi Workshop equipment required Vehicle lift Transmission jack Engine support Clutch alignment tool Gearbox removal With the vehicle positioned on the lift, and the bonnet opened, disconnect the battery. Raise the vehicle lift to gain ac...
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- Timing belt guide 2008 Beetle 1.9 TDi
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May 17
- INA (25)
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...Timing belt guide 2008 Beetle 1.9 TDi INA describes steps needed to replace the timing belt and water pump on a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle 1.9 TDI (BSW engine). Volkswagen released the new Beetle in 1997. Based on a Golf platform, there are two body styles, coupe and convertible. This...
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- Engine oil Q & A Part 1
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May 17
- Liqui Moly (4)
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...Engine oil Q & A Part 1 There are a lot of misconceptions when it comes to motor oil. Engines have evolved, and so have motor oils. Using the incorrect motor oil can result in excessive wear, or damage to other components such as variable valve lifters and DPFs. Here, Liqui Moly answers...
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- Facing the Future with Frank Massey
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May 19
- Autoinform (109) Contact
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...Facing the future Frank Massey is looking to the future for the Independent garage. Here he outlines the changes that he believes will have the biggest impact on vehicle repair and maintenance. He addresses the complacency in some areas of the aftermarket and explains why it's time for...
...Cheap but not cheerful - Inferior electronics causing problems When a poorly performing Audi A4 was brought to MKW Motors recently, all of the diagnostic tests showed good values. On closer examination, it could be seen that although signal voltages were within spec, they were too slow...
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- A blocked DPF can cause turbo failure
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May 17
- Melett Ltd. (7)
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...A blocked DPF can cause turbo failure There are many articles and technical documents relating to how a faulty turbo can lead to DPF damage. However, the DPF is actually responsible for more turbo related failures than you might think. Here Melett explore what effect a blocked/partially...
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- LuK Clutch Academy Peugeot 5008 1.6HDi
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May 19
- LuK (131) Contact
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...LuK Clutch Academy Peugeot 5008 1.6HDi This month, REPXPERT's Alistair Mason replaced the clutch in a Peugeot 5008 Semi-Automatic 1.6 HDi. The semi-automatic gearbox in the 2012 model is actually a manual gearbox with an automatic shift and clutch actuation. While it is a significant jo...
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- LuK Clutch Academy Audi TT 2.0TDI Quattro
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May 16
- LuK (131) Contact
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...LuK Clutch Academy Audi TT 2.0TDI Quattro The Audi TT, launched in 1998, has proved to be a popular two door sports car on Irish roads. The third generation of TT was launched in 2014. The LuK technical team takes a closer look at the 2.0Tdi Quattro clutch and flywheel replacement and off...
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- Tech Bits with Steve Rothwell June 2017
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May 17
- Blue Print (202) Contact
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...Tech Bits with Steve Rothwell SMART Car - Unusual ABS Symptoms The old corroded reluctor ring was replaced with a new one curing the problem This 2007 Smart Fortwo was in our workshop because the owner was complaining of a power loss problem. He informed us that the power loss was acc...
