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    AUTODOCTA Tech Tips - Central Locking Issue on Kia Cee'd

     In this regular column Autodata’s Technical Team share their fixes to common problems raised through Aut ...

     In this regular column Autodata’s Technical Team share their fixes to common problems raised through Autodata’s technical helpline, available to all UK customers. KIA CEE’D - CENTRAL LOCKING ISSUE FA ...

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    Pico 4425 4 Channel Scope Product Test

    Antony Powell, Yorks, tests out the Pico 4425 4 Channel Scope Having owned a PicoScope for many years I j ...

    Antony Powell, Yorks, tests out the Pico 4425 4 Channel Scope Having owned a PicoScope for many years I jumped at the chance to try out the latest and improved version of the tool – the PicoScope 4425 ...

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    Window Regulator Fitment Tips

    Step-by-step window regulator fitment tips for VW Golf  & VW Bora To undertake this job you’ll requir ...

    Step-by-step window regulator fitment tips for VW Golf  & VW Bora To undertake this job you’ll require: Torx drivers, a trim tool, a screwdriver and a socket wrench & socket. Firstly, remove t ...

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    EGR Valve Removal

    Peter Lowery, senior product manager, SMPE talks us through EGR valve removal. How to cut down your labou ...

    Peter Lowery, senior product manager, SMPE talks us through EGR valve removal. How to cut down your labour time: time saving tips for VW 1.6D & 2.0D engines. With a book time of around 4.5 hours, ...

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    AUTODOCTA Tech Tips - Whistling Noise on Toyota Auris

     In this regular column Autodata’s Technical Team share their fixes to common problems raised through Aut ...

     In this regular column Autodata’s Technical Team share their fixes to common problems raised through Autodata’s technical helpline, available to all UK customers. TOYOTA AURIS –WHISTLING NOISE FAULT: ...

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    How to Rewind Brake Caliper Pistons

    Simple steps to success when replacing rear brake pads When replacing rear brake pads a suitable brake re ...

    Simple steps to success when replacing rear brake pads When replacing rear brake pads a suitable brake rewind tool is indispensable. Every brake caliper is different and each one needs its own adapter ...

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    Rear Light Replacement Guide - Vauxhall Astra

    Make light work of the Tourer - Rear light replacement guide for the Vauxhall Astra J Sports Tourer To re ...

    Make light work of the Tourer - Rear light replacement guide for the Vauxhall Astra J Sports Tourer To replace the lamps on this particular model, technicians should follow a specific process. Firstly ...

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    How to fit a clutch on a Citroën C4

    A full clutch replacement guide for a Citreon C4 2007 1.6 VTR+ model from Schaeffler Automotive Aftermark ...

    A full clutch replacement guide for a Citreon C4 2007 1.6 VTR+ model from Schaeffler Automotive Aftermarket UK The Citroen C4 is the successor to the Xsara and was first launched in 2004 before receiv ...

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    How to Fit a Timing Belt on a Ford Fiesta V 2004

    Full belt fitmenet guide for a Ford Fiesta V 2004 1.4L 16V model with engine code FXJA. ...

    Full belt fitmenet guide for a Ford Fiesta V 2004 1.4L 16V model with engine code FXJA. ...

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    How to Refit an Ignition Coil Rail

    NGK Spark Plugs take us through Opel/GM ignition coil rail removal and installation. NGK’s newly launched ...

    NGK Spark Plugs take us through Opel/GM ignition coil rail removal and installation. NGK’s newly launched YouTube channel – www.youtube.com/channel/U CVveRIWmTwxoTWtMQL WDnlQ – includes a series of te ...

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    Brake Fluid: A Best Practice Guide

    A best practice guide from Mintex on brake fluid testing, checking and everything in between. When it com ...

    A best practice guide from Mintex on brake fluid testing, checking and everything in between. When it comes to vehicle maintenance, monitoring the condition of brake fluid rarely makes most drivers’ ‘ ...

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    Which Filter Is Which?

    How to ensure the right oil filter is inserted into the correct housing. MAHLE has an abundance of techni ...

    How to ensure the right oil filter is inserted into the correct housing. MAHLE has an abundance of technical knowledge in regards to filtration systems for all sorts of vehicles. It is this expertise ...

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    Brake Light Switch Fitment Guide

    Switch Fitting Secrets - How to easily fit a brake light switch To help technicians to accurately replace ...

    Switch Fitting Secrets - How to easily fit a brake light switch To help technicians to accurately replace a brake light switch, we’ve recently produced a TechAssist bulletin that guides them through t ...

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    Why Do Actuators Go Wrong?

    Melett take us through some common problems that can cause a turbo to fail Common turbo failure modes cre ...

    Melett take us through some common problems that can cause a turbo to fail Common turbo failure modes create much discussion between our customers and technical department. To help identify common fai ...

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    Why Thinner Engine Oils Can Help VMs Meet Targets

    Thin is the new thick. As more aggressive CO2 rules loom, we find out why thinner engine oils can help VM ...

    Thin is the new thick. As more aggressive CO2 rules loom, we find out why thinner engine oils can help VMs to meet these targets. Driven largely by last year’s ‘diesel-gate’ fall-out, VMs are now bein ...

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