• search
Latest articles

Home
Technical

  • |
    Make or Brake

    Delphi discusses how to effectively diagnose brake pad wear, which helps to streamline repair processes a ...

    Delphi discusses how to effectively diagnose brake pad wear, which helps to streamline repair processes and ensure that customers are happy. ...

    Read more

  • |
    A Timing Belt Mystery

    Two UK drive system installers were left feeling puzzled last month by the same kind of catastrophic engi ...

    Two UK drive system installers were left feeling puzzled last month by the same kind of catastrophic engine failure on a specific type of Ford 1.8 diesel engine. These engines were fitted to a wide ra ...

    Read more

  • |
    A Shift in Technology

    ACtronics takes a detailed look at the Durashift actuator, and explains how the company is able to provid ...

    ACtronics takes a detailed look at the Durashift actuator, and explains how the company is able to provide an improved remanufacture for its customers. ...

    Read more

  • |
    ADAS Made Easy - AVM System Calibration

    Autel ADAS VW Around View Monitoring System calibration. ...

    Autel ADAS VW Around View Monitoring System calibration. ...

    Read more

  • |
    A Hard-Earned Holiday

    Josh Jones describes the satisfaction that can be derived from a well-executed diagnostic process, especi ...

    Josh Jones describes the satisfaction that can be derived from a well-executed diagnostic process, especially when you have a holiday to enjoy straight afterwards. ...

    Read more

  • |
    Do You Check the Spec?

    Total Lubricants is reminding independent garages to ensure they use the correct specification of engine ...

    Total Lubricants is reminding independent garages to ensure they use the correct specification of engine oil during servicing work. PMM finds out why. ...

    Read more

  • |
    How to Replace the Clutch on a Mini One

    This month, Schaeffler REPXPERT Alistair Mason replaced the clutch on a 2003 Mini One, which had covered ...

    This month, Schaeffler REPXPERT Alistair Mason replaced the clutch on a 2003 Mini One, which had covered 103,000 miles. The customer reported that the clutch pedal was heavy when used. ...

    Read more

  • |
    Cabin Air Filter Failure

    Cabin air filters work to block out any pollutants and irritants emitted by other vehicles on the road. L ...

    Cabin air filters work to block out any pollutants and irritants emitted by other vehicles on the road. Like any part, filters can fail and need replacing if not routinely checked. Corteco explains mo ...

    Read more

  • |
    Process Makes Perfect: Part 2

    Following on from last month’s article about the importance of a clear diagnostic process, technician Ben ...

    Following on from last month’s article about the importance of a clear diagnostic process, technician Ben Martins finishes the job. ...

    Read more

  • |
    Double, Triple & Quad Turbos

    Phil Wilson from BTN Turbo explains how the increasingly complex technology built into turbochargers is e ...

    Phil Wilson from BTN Turbo explains how the increasingly complex technology built into turbochargers is essential in helping vehicle manufacturers cut emissions for diesel engines, without compromisin ...

    Read more

  • |
    Components of a Hybrid or Electric Car

    HEVRA’s Pete Melville returns for part two of his hybrid and electric vehicle series. In this month’s art ...

    HEVRA’s Pete Melville returns for part two of his hybrid and electric vehicle series. In this month’s article, Pete takes a closer look at the components that make up a hybrid or electric car. ...

    Read more

  • |
    Are You Resetting the Steering Angle Sensor?

    These days, most technicians appreciate the importance of a four wheel alignment check at the end of a st ...

    These days, most technicians appreciate the importance of a four wheel alignment check at the end of a steering and suspension job. However, one additional and critical check which is being overlooked ...

    Read more

  • |
    Braking Resistors

    Steve Hughes, Managing Director of specialist electrical components manufacturer REO UK, explains the dif ...

    Steve Hughes, Managing Director of specialist electrical components manufacturer REO UK, explains the difference between air and water cooling braking resistors. ...

    Read more

  • |
    Why do Turbos Fail?

    David Eszenyi, Commercial Director at Ivor Searle, examines the problem of turbo failure and explains the ...

    David Eszenyi, Commercial Director at Ivor Searle, examines the problem of turbo failure and explains the benefits of the remanufactured option when selecting a replacement unit. ...

    Read more

  • |
    Cheap Replacements: A False Economy

    Back by popular demand, Scantec Automotive’s Ross Kemp explains why fitting poor quality, cheap parts can ...

    Back by popular demand, Scantec Automotive’s Ross Kemp explains why fitting poor quality, cheap parts can lead to some diagnostic head scratching, as well as being a false economy. ...

    Read more