...LuK Clutch Academy Picanto 1.1 Petrol G4HG This month, REPXPERT's Alistair Mason replaces the clutch on a 2006 Kia Picanto, fitted with a 1.1 G4HG engine. For this type of repair, a two-post ramp, transmission jack and an engine support that locates on the front sub frame are required....
...EGR Troubleshooting basics Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) is a reliable and practice-proven method of emission control. As a result of exhaust gas, the oxygen content in the air-fuel mixture is reduced and the combustion temperature in the cylinders are lowered. Pierburg explains the bas...
...Renault Clio - Handbrake Adjustment Correction Once the cables were released the calliper levers returned to the back stop Some owners it seems, have a hang up about the number of notches the handbrake travels before it holds the vehicle firmly. This is not a problem, except on a vehicle...
...Golf MK V: Knocking when moving off or changing gear Question: We are struggling to find the cause of a knocking noise from the front of a 2006 Volkswagen Golf, when moving off or changing gear. We have checked the condition of the engine mountings, and they are all OK. Have you come acro...
...Question: We are having difficulty diagnosing some faults on a 2013 Toyota Prius. The hybrid drive system warning lamp and engine malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) are illuminated. Also, the hybrid battery pack is overheating. We are not hybrid vehicle specialists and we are reluctant to ge...
... SERVICE INFO LUK 0561 REPXPERT Hotline: +44 (0) 1432 264264 Fax : +44 (0) 1432 375 760 E-Mail: aftermarket.uk@schaeffler.com www.repxpert.co.uk For accurate model information please see the Schaeffler online catalogue Die genaue Fahrzeugzuordnung entnehmen Sie bit...
...faiauto.com Silicon Carbide SealsTB0001Cooling system contamination is a contributing factor in the premature failure of water pumps. Contaminants erode traditional seals used in water pump designs which leads to leaking. To improve water pump performance and longevity FAI pumps include a...
...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...
...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...
...Cooled exhaust gas recirculation EGR Ever more stringent emission regulations require a constant improvement in pollutant reduction methods. For diesel engines, this particularly applies to a further reduction in nitrogen oxides (NOx). Cooled exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) can play a s...