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How to tackle faulty ignition start switches

|Date: April 25, 2016

How to tackle faulty ignition start switches

Faulty ignition starter switches are common on Vauxhall/Opel models as well as many other makes of vehicl ...

Faulty ignition starter switches are common on Vauxhall/Opel models as well as many other makes of vehicle. A faulty ignition start switch results in a permanent electrical feed to the starter solenoi ...

April 25, 2016
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What’s inside a turbo?

|Date: April 25, 2016

What’s inside a turbo?

We’re all familiar with turbochargers and what they do, but do we really understand how they work? Improv ...

We’re all familiar with turbochargers and what they do, but do we really understand how they work? Improving efficiency A turbo is effectively a pump that forces more air into the engine. It improves ...

April 25, 2016
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How continuous damping control presents workshop opportunities

|Date: April 22, 2016

How continuous damping control presents workshop opportunities

ZF Services UK explains how continuous damping control presents workshop opportunities. ...

ZF Services UK explains how continuous damping control presents workshop opportunities. ...

April 22, 2016
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How to remove rusted, inaccessible exhaust bolts

|Date: April 21, 2016

How to remove rusted, inaccessible exhaust bolts

This step-by-step guide from Induction International assists with removing exhaust bolts. ...

This step-by-step guide from Induction International assists with removing exhaust bolts. ...

April 21, 2016
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How to replace a clutch on a Kia Picanto

|Date: April 19, 2016

How to replace a clutch on a Kia Picanto

The city car segment is fiercely competitive with many small, efficient cars driving around our towns and ...

The city car segment is fiercely competitive with many small, efficient cars driving around our towns and cities today. The Kia Picanto is one popular car in this segment, offering two engine sizes, a ...

April 19, 2016
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How to replace the rear brakes on a Citroen DS4

|Date: April 14, 2016

How to replace the rear brakes on a Citroen DS4

Brake Pads Removal Prior to starting this procedure, if the brake fluid reservoir is at the maximu ...

Brake Pads Removal Prior to starting this procedure, if the brake fluid reservoir is at the maximum level then remove the filter and partially empty it using a clean syringe. Disengage the park ...

April 14, 2016
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Turbo installation advice

|Date: April 14, 2016

Turbo installation advice

During its normal operation, the turbocharger is integrated into the engine lubrication circuit and is co ...

During its normal operation, the turbocharger is integrated into the engine lubrication circuit and is constantly supplied with oil. After the turbocharger has been replaced however, it starts out ‘dr ...

April 14, 2016
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Turbo refitting – best practice

|Date: April 14, 2016

Turbo refitting – best practice

Common turbo failure modes create much discussion amongst the turbo industry, however, an area often over ...

Common turbo failure modes create much discussion amongst the turbo industry, however, an area often overlooked as a potential for failure is the re-installation of a turbo following repair. There are ...

April 14, 2016
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How to tighten manicat bolts

|Date: April 14, 2016

How to tighten manicat bolts

When replacing exhaust manifold cats (this example covers the VW Golf manifold cat), Bosal recommends tig ...

When replacing exhaust manifold cats (this example covers the VW Golf manifold cat), Bosal recommends tightening the bolts sequentially and making sure they’re torqued to the VM specifications. If thi ...

April 14, 2016
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High Intensity Discharge bulbs explained

|Date: April 08, 2016

High Intensity Discharge bulbs explained

The High Intensity Discharge (HID) bulb was first used in the production of new vehicles back in 1991. In ...

The High Intensity Discharge (HID) bulb was first used in the production of new vehicles back in 1991. In the 25 years since its first installation, HID bulbs have developed and have been recognised a ...

April 08, 2016
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‘Ask Ade’ – Your lubrication questions answered Part 4

|Date: April 04, 2016

‘Ask Ade’ – Your lubrication questions answered Part 4

With almost 30 years’ experience in the oil and lubricants industry, Morris Lubricants’ Automotive Produc ...

With almost 30 years’ experience in the oil and lubricants industry, Morris Lubricants’ Automotive Product Manager Adrian Hill is perfectly placed to provide his expert insight and analysis. He will b ...

April 04, 2016
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Pico – Petrol gasoline running compression test

|Date: April 02, 2016

Pico – Petrol gasoline running compression test

In this video, which accompanies the 'Pressure School' article in April's issue of Professional Motor Mec ...

In this video, which accompanies the 'Pressure School' article in April's issue of Professional Motor Mechanic magazine, Steve Smith of Pico Technology gives a demonstration on how to carry out a runn ...

April 02, 2016
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Pico – Petrol gasoline cranking compression test

|Date: March 30, 2016

Pico – Petrol gasoline cranking compression test

In this video, which accompanies the 'Pressure School' article in April's issue of Professional Motor Mec ...

In this video, which accompanies the 'Pressure School' article in April's issue of Professional Motor Mechanic magazine, Steve Smith of Pico Technology gives a demonstration on how to carry out a cran ...

March 30, 2016
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MEYLE Engine mounts in comparison

|Date: March 27, 2016

MEYLE Engine mounts in comparison

See how MEYLE's unique engine mount design compares to the OE version. ...

See how MEYLE's unique engine mount design compares to the OE version. ...

March 27, 2016
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Can you make sense of sensors?

|Date: March 26, 2016

Can you make sense of sensors?

DENSO explains common lambda sensor queries & exhaust gas temperature sensors. LOOKING INTO LAMBDA W ...

DENSO explains common lambda sensor queries & exhaust gas temperature sensors. LOOKING INTO LAMBDA Why replace the Lambda sensor? Ageing Lambda sensors worsen engine performance, increase fuel co ...

March 26, 2016
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