Technical
  • A Proven Track Record

    Shaftec explains that when it comes to sourcing safety critical components, such as those in braking and ...

    Shaftec explains that when it comes to sourcing safety critical components, such as those in braking and steering systems, you get far more value for money – in terms of quality, performance and longe ...

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  • ABS Warning Lamp Illuminated

    Autodata’s Technical Team share their fixes to common problems raised through Autodata’s technical helpli ...

    Autodata’s Technical Team share their fixes to common problems raised through Autodata’s technical helpline, available to all UK customers. ...

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  • Booming Noise From Front of Vehicle

    Autodata’s Technical Team share their fixes to common problems raised through Autodata’s technical helpli ...

    Autodata’s Technical Team share their fixes to common problems raised through Autodata’s technical helpline, available to all UK customers. ...

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  • How to Replace the Timing Belt on a Ford Fiesta

    In this month’s Belt Focus, REPXPERT Alistair Mason replaces the timing belt, coolant pump and auxiliary ...

    In this month’s Belt Focus, REPXPERT Alistair Mason replaces the timing belt, coolant pump and auxiliary drive belt on a 2008 Ford Fiesta, fitted with a 1.25L petrol engine. ...

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  • How to Replace the Clutch on an Audi A1

    This month, REPXPERT Alistair Mason replaced the clutch on a 2016 Audi A1, fitted with a 1.6L TDI engine ...

    This month, REPXPERT Alistair Mason replaced the clutch on a 2016 Audi A1, fitted with a 1.6L TDI engine that had covered more than 85,000 miles. ...

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  • A Real Head-Scratcher

    Josh Jones recalls some ECU-related confusion from ‘back in the day’. ...

    Josh Jones recalls some ECU-related confusion from ‘back in the day’. ...

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  • Costing It Out

    Ring Automotive explains why technicians should look beyond cost and consider installation time when weig ...

    Ring Automotive explains why technicians should look beyond cost and consider installation time when weighing up LCV lighting. ...

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  • EGR Valves

    EGR valves are an essential emissions-reducing, performance-enhancing technology, but they’re often not f ...

    EGR valves are an essential emissions-reducing, performance-enhancing technology, but they’re often not fully understood. Delphi attempts to shed some light. ...

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  • Lambda Sensor Failure Diagnosis

    Elta Automotive explores the visual symptoms of lambda sensor failure. ...

    Elta Automotive explores the visual symptoms of lambda sensor failure. ...

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  • The Next Generation

    Considering the revenue opportunities available, the ability to comprehensively service A/C systems is an ...

    Considering the revenue opportunities available, the ability to comprehensively service A/C systems is an offering you can’t afford to ignore this summer, says GEMCO. ...

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  • “There is no such thing as a universal compressor oil”

    DENSO explains why technicians should consider the mechanism of a compressor, as well as the refrigerant ...

    DENSO explains why technicians should consider the mechanism of a compressor, as well as the refrigerant it compresses, when making the crucial decision of which oil to use. ...

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  • MK6 Ford Fiesta; Alternator Flaw

    MK6 Ford Fiesta; alternator flaw AEC1777 The Ford Fiesta is one the UK’s most relied-upon vehicles, but d ...

    MK6 Ford Fiesta; alternator flaw AEC1777 The Ford Fiesta is one the UK’s most relied-upon vehicles, but despite its success, it is not without its flaws, as Autoelectro illustrates. ...

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  • The Core of the Issue

    PMM talks to remanufacturer Shaftec about how best to look after old core to ensure that you get the best ...

    PMM talks to remanufacturer Shaftec about how best to look after old core to ensure that you get the best surcharge return. ...

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  • Hybrid & Servicing - Isolating & Testing

    Sealey Demonstrates how you can service a hybrid vehicle without having to isolate the battery. ...

    Sealey Demonstrates how you can service a hybrid vehicle without having to isolate the battery. ...

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  • Servicing a Hybrid Vehicle

    Sealey Demonstrates how you can service a hybrid vehicle without having to isolate the battery. ...

    Sealey Demonstrates how you can service a hybrid vehicle without having to isolate the battery. ...

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