Technical
  • What's the role of starter motors?

    Febi provides readers of PMM with some invaluable information regarding starter motors. Product Informati ...

    Febi provides readers of PMM with some invaluable information regarding starter motors. Product Information Robust construction for perfect function Optimal fitting accuracy for easier repairs Strict ...

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  • How to conduct a battery system check

    The winter can be a time when motorists fall foul of the increased risk of roadside breakdowns and batter ...

    The winter can be a time when motorists fall foul of the increased risk of roadside breakdowns and battery related non-starts. As a result, independent workshops are inundated with car battery issues. ...

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  • How to maintain EGR systems

    Nissens Automotive fills in the gaps for readers when it comes to EGR systems. As the vehicle manufacture ...

    Nissens Automotive fills in the gaps for readers when it comes to EGR systems. As the vehicle manufacturers strive to limit the impact that combustion engines have on the environment, the majority of ...

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  • Why was the Kia Sportage’s engine failing to start?

    Autodata hears from one garage at a standstill with a recalcitrant Kia Sportage from 2012, whose engine i ...

    Autodata hears from one garage at a standstill with a recalcitrant Kia Sportage from 2012, whose engine is failing to start and is flashing the immobiliser warning lamp. The problem: “We have a 2012 K ...

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  • How to change the oil filter

    Filter specialist Mann-Filter provides PMM readers with some expert guidance on changing the oil filter. ...

    Filter specialist Mann-Filter provides PMM readers with some expert guidance on changing the oil filter. ‘‘Good lubrication means a happy engine” even to the latest examples of modern engine technolog ...

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  • How to replace the clutch on a 2018 Fiat Doblo

    In this instalment of Schaeffler LuK's clutch feature, REPXPERT Alistair Mason walks us through replacing ...

    In this instalment of Schaeffler LuK's clutch feature, REPXPERT Alistair Mason walks us through replacing the clutch assembly on a 2018 Euro 6 Fiat Doblo van with a 1.6 Multijet engine. Vehicle Inform ...

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  • How to fix a Mazda ignition coil fault

    Febi discusses a common issue with the ignition coil on the following vehicles: Mazda CX3 2015-, CX5 I 20 ...

    Febi discusses a common issue with the ignition coil on the following vehicles: Mazda CX3 2015-, CX5 I 2011-2016, CX5 II 2016-, Mazda2 III 2014-2022, Mazda3 III 2013-2019, Mazda6 III 2012-, MX30 2020- ...

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  • How to use an oscilloscope to monitor emissions

    Testing sensors is a key part of making sure a vehicle’s emissions system is running efficiently. Here, P ...

    Testing sensors is a key part of making sure a vehicle’s emissions system is running efficiently. Here, Pico Technology provides a guide to workshop technicians using an oscilloscope to monitor emissi ...

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  • Why was the Peugeot making crackling noises?

    Autodata cuts through the noise for a garage struggling with one car whose snaps and crackles are drownin ...

    Autodata cuts through the noise for a garage struggling with one car whose snaps and crackles are drowning out the pop… The problem: “We are having difficulty diagnosing a crackling noise from the rad ...

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  • Common issues with the throttle body

    Febi outlines a common issue with the throttle body on certain Audi, Seat, Skoda, Volkswagen and Mitsubis ...

    Febi outlines a common issue with the throttle body on certain Audi, Seat, Skoda, Volkswagen and Mitsubishi models with 1.9 and 2.0 TDi engines. This relates to febi part 44945. Problem Engine managem ...

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  • How to fit spin-on oil filters

    Technicians can benefit from Comline’s technical nous and comprehensive portfolio by learning about the t ...

    Technicians can benefit from Comline’s technical nous and comprehensive portfolio by learning about the technology inside its spin-on oil filters and absorbing some useful fitting advice. In this late ...

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  • How to replace the clutch on a Ford Transit

    In this instalment of Schaeffler LuK's clutch feature, REPXPERT Alistair Mason is replacing the clutch on ...

    In this instalment of Schaeffler LuK's clutch feature, REPXPERT Alistair Mason is replacing the clutch on a 2006 1.5 TDCi Ford Transit Connect that has covered just over 51,000 miles. The customer has ...

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  • Why was the Porsche Cayman making a noise?

    ALLDATA Europe walks technicians through an issue affecting a 2015 Porsche 981 Cayman S. ALLDATA Repair, ...

    ALLDATA Europe walks technicians through an issue affecting a 2015 Porsche 981 Cayman S. ALLDATA Repair, a single, easy-to-navigate information portal that allows independent workshops and bodyshop pr ...

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  • What causes a battery to discharge?

    Ecobat Battery is reminding readers of PMM of the importance of discovering the root cause of a problem b ...

    Ecobat Battery is reminding readers of PMM of the importance of discovering the root cause of a problem before proceeding with a replacement. As workshops are very aware, many of the problems that veh ...

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  • What causes engine rattling noise?

    Febi explores a common problem with engine noise affecting a range of vehicles. The relevant part number ...

    Febi explores a common problem with engine noise affecting a range of vehicles. The relevant part number is febi 181945. Febi 181945 fits: Opel/Vauxhall Astra J (P10), Astra J GTC, Astra K (B16 ), Ins ...

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