...The axle mounting bush for rear axle beams on the Renault Kangoo I with torsion bar suspension is not available individually from the manufacturer. In the past, if the bearing failed, it always had to be replaced together with the complete rocker bar (Fig. 1) because it could only be purch...
...Fiat Grande Punto (199) Engine: 1.2 i (48 KW) Starter not functioning Engine does not start The vehicles mentioned above can have a faulty star ter relay that can cause the engine to not spin or start. The relay which activates the starter may occasiona lly 'stick'. Consequently,...
...In recent months, there has been feedback from workshops that leaks arise around the connection pipe or banjo union after a filter change. The risk: escaping fuel may contaminate the braking system under adverse circumstances and thus reduce braking effectiveness. Since a 100% leak t...
...The Key to Success is Knowledge Any repair requires an understanding of what is wrong, and the effects of what you are doing. Both require an understanding of how things really work. eXponentia’s Steve Carter explains the importance of knowledge as it applies to the ever increasin...
...Troubleshooting Guide - Spark Plugs Spark plugs may be a familiar engine component, but their improved performance and longer life, means you are probably fitting fewer replacements than ever before. Alan Povey, Technical Service Manager for DENSO, offers some help in identifying common...
...Control Arm Mounting Kit febi no. 32418 Repl. No. 1 477 858 S3 (1477858S3) (Ford) Repl. No. 31277464 S3 (Volvo) Repl. No. B32H-34-250E S4 (B32H34250ES4) (Mazda) febi Nr. 37400 You can’t buy this control arm mounting individually from the manufacturer. Previously if this control ar...
...Rover Group 200 / 400, mini, metro, maestro, mondeo CLTB 0001 Auto Adjust Clutch Cable Issues Concerns; Clutch engagement whilst pedal is still very close to floor and also a common cause of slip/premature wear to the driven plate facings. This can be due to failing action of the auto-...
...Rover Group 25, 45, 75, 200 / 400 series 1995- Pre-filled Clutch Hydraulic System Concerns; The vehicles above are equipped with a factory filled clutch hydraulic cylinder (CSC). The hydraulic system must be bled through the CSC by forcing fluid through the opened bleed screw on the C...
...CONCENTRIC SLAVE CYLINDER REPLACEMENT Concerns; Borg & Beck always recommends replacing the Concentric Slave Cylinder (CSC) at the same time as replacing the clutch assembly. Not replacing the old CSC could cause premature failure of the new clutch due to hydraulic leakage. Method; Wh...
...Ford Escort / Fiesta / Orion / Courier with aluminium BC type gearbox RELEASE BEARING GUIDE TUBE MODIFICATION Concerns; The above vehicles are fitted with a type ‘BC’ aluminium gearbox which features an integral release bearing guide tube. This tube is prone to wear which can result...