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Kane Five Gas Analyser review

|Date: September 13, 2025

Kane Five Gas Analyser review

Ed Cockill from Uckfield Motor Services reviewed the Kane Five Gas Analyser for the PMM Youtube channel. ...

Ed Cockill from Uckfield Motor Services reviewed the Kane Five Gas Analyser for the PMM Youtube channel. Fault diagnosis 1. We’ve got a Mini in with a misfire problem. Let’s start by plugging the prob ...

September 13, 2025
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Benefits and drawbacks of a dual-clutch transmission

|Date: September 12, 2025

Benefits and drawbacks of a dual-clutch transmission

Network Vehicle Solutions gives readers of PMM a brief rundown of the benefits and drawbacks of a dual-cl ...

Network Vehicle Solutions gives readers of PMM a brief rundown of the benefits and drawbacks of a dual-clutch transmission. A dual-clutch transmission (DCT) is an advanced type of automated transmissi ...

September 12, 2025
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Tightening wheels safely with febi

|Date: September 11, 2025

Tightening wheels safely with febi

Although it may appear to be a relatively simple task, tightening wheel bolts often in fact causes headac ...

Although it may appear to be a relatively simple task, tightening wheel bolts often in fact causes headaches and unwanted problems. Febi explores the science behind tightening and offers its best prac ...

September 11, 2025
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Stay ahead with thermal management

|Date: September 10, 2025

Stay ahead with thermal management

Valeo is keeping professional workshops ahead of the game when it comes to thermal management. The compre ...

Valeo is keeping professional workshops ahead of the game when it comes to thermal management. The compressor is responsible for circulating refrigerant through the air conditioning system. It compres ...

September 10, 2025
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ALLDATA solves vehicle problems for garages

|Date: September 09, 2025

ALLDATA solves vehicle problems for garages

The team at the ALLDATA Info Centre has recently solved two vehicle problems for garages. Problem 1 – For ...

The team at the ALLDATA Info Centre has recently solved two vehicle problems for garages. Problem 1 – Ford Transit Connect During ALLDATA’s recent Repair Excellence Event at Shaikly Motor Company Limi ...

September 09, 2025
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BorgWarner stresses the importance of OE parts

|Date: September 08, 2025

BorgWarner stresses the importance of OE parts

BorgWarner is stressing the importance of OE parts for the aftermarket. If you want your car to run well ...

BorgWarner is stressing the importance of OE parts for the aftermarket. If you want your car to run well and last longer, the quality of the parts matters. BorgWarner, a leader in vehicle technology, ...

September 08, 2025
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Why BMW’s 2006 650i’s batteries were draining

|Date: September 05, 2025

Why BMW’s 2006 650i’s batteries were draining

PMM’s petrol-powered private investigator, Ben Johnson, steps out of the shadows to solve the mysterious ...

PMM’s petrol-powered private investigator, Ben Johnson, steps out of the shadows to solve the mysterious case of the battery who died a hundred times. When a 2006 BMW 650i Coupe shows up with a dead b ...

September 05, 2025
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Motorservice launches exhaust gas flap

|Date: August 07, 2025

Motorservice launches exhaust gas flap

MS Motorservice offers its advice on its new exhaust gas flap module. MS Motorservice has added a new exh ...

MS Motorservice offers its advice on its new exhaust gas flap module. MS Motorservice has added a new exhaust gas flap module to its product range. The module consists of the Pierburg exhaust gas flap ...

August 07, 2025
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Dayco outlines start-stop engine information

|Date: August 05, 2025

Dayco outlines start-stop engine information

Dayco provides some information on a piece of technology developed specifically for start-stop engines. A ...

Dayco provides some information on a piece of technology developed specifically for start-stop engines. Although, with the rise of electrical propulsion systems, it may seem that the days of the inter ...

August 05, 2025
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Valeo outlines smart charge alternator

|Date: August 04, 2025

Valeo outlines smart charge alternator

Valeo outlines the role and function of a new piece of technology bringing benefits to the market. Introd ...

Valeo outlines the role and function of a new piece of technology bringing benefits to the market. Introducing the smart charge alternator – a game-changer in vehicle technology. Revolutionising the w ...

August 04, 2025
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Best practice when changing oil pump timing belt

|Date: August 01, 2025

Best practice when changing oil pump timing belt

Continental offers some best practice advice on changing the oil pump timing belt on certain VAG vehicles ...

Continental offers some best practice advice on changing the oil pump timing belt on certain VAG vehicles. When changing the oil pump timing belt using the products CT1168K6Pro, CT1168WP8Pro, CT1229K2 ...

August 01, 2025
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How the air suspension system works

|Date: July 31, 2025

How the air suspension system works

In this guide, Arnott Suspension explores the key components of an air suspension system and how they wor ...

In this guide, Arnott Suspension explores the key components of an air suspension system and how they work together to deliver a comfortable driving experience. Air suspension systems have been the en ...

July 31, 2025
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Blue Print gives brake disc advice

|Date: July 30, 2025

Blue Print gives brake disc advice

Blue Print advises technicians on integrated wheel baring and directional vented discs and highlight the ...

Blue Print advises technicians on integrated wheel baring and directional vented discs and highlight the important role that brake disc design has on safety. Rear brake disc with wheel bearing Blue Pr ...

July 30, 2025
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Common turbocharger failures

|Date: June 17, 2025

Common turbocharger failures

Melett is sharing expert guidance on common turbocharger failures and how to prevent them to ensure optim ...

Melett is sharing expert guidance on common turbocharger failures and how to prevent them to ensure optimal performance. The role of lubrication Insufficient oil flow is a major risk, as blocked oil f ...

June 17, 2025
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Why was the VW Golf V having steering problems?

|Date: June 16, 2025

Why was the VW Golf V having steering problems?

Febi provides an insight on control units to readers of PMM and highlights a recent case in which a Volks ...

Febi provides an insight on control units to readers of PMM and highlights a recent case in which a Volkswagen’s battery replacement led to a series of issues affecting the steering, EPC and ESP... Ma ...

June 16, 2025
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