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The key to your success

|Date: August 27, 2014

The key to your success

Simon Ashby, Technical Manager for Advanced Diagnostics In days gone by, if a customer required additiona ...

Simon Ashby, Technical Manager for Advanced Diagnostics In days gone by, if a customer required additional or replacement keys/remotes they would have no option but to go to the franchised dealer – an ...

August 27, 2014
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Solving underlying turbocharger issues

|Date: August 26, 2014

Solving underlying turbocharger issues

In the event that a turbocharger needs replacing, yet the actual cause of failure is not remedied, it wil ...

In the event that a turbocharger needs replacing, yet the actual cause of failure is not remedied, it will almost certainly be damaged again. Inevitably, the new turbocharger will automatically become ...

August 26, 2014
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How to avoiding timing belt issues

|Date: August 21, 2014

How to avoiding timing belt issues

The correct installation of drive system components is of paramount importance, even on a relatively simp ...

The correct installation of drive system components is of paramount importance, even on a relatively simple engine such as Vauxhall’s 1.7-litre diesel unit. However, too many of these units suffer fro ...

August 21, 2014
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How to change a clutch on a Ford Ka

|Date: August 18, 2014

How to change a clutch on a Ford Ka

The Ford KA was first introduced way back in 1996 with the second generation being launched in 2008. The ...

The Ford KA was first introduced way back in 1996 with the second generation being launched in 2008. The small city car is still very popular, with over 400,000 on the UK roads alone today. In this ar ...

August 18, 2014
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How to remove a stubborn tie rod end nut

|Date: August 15, 2014

How to remove a stubborn tie rod end nut

The Mini-Ductor® II + (MD800P) handheld induction heating tool offers a safe, fast way to remove problem ...

The Mini-Ductor® II + (MD800P) handheld induction heating tool offers a safe, fast way to remove problem tie rod end steering nuts. This guide shows you how. ...

August 15, 2014
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Oil replacement – how to increase sales

|Date: August 07, 2014

Oil replacement – how to increase sales

Service spells success ...

Service spells success ...

August 07, 2014
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10 tips for belt replacement success

|Date: August 05, 2014

10 tips for belt replacement success

The technical team at Contitech offer their advice.... 1. Read the instructions ...

The technical team at Contitech offer their advice.... 1. Read the instructions ...

August 05, 2014
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Exhaust system failures – bad vibrations?

|Date: July 31, 2014

Exhaust system failures – bad vibrations?

Example 1: Vibration due to old or damaged exhaust rubber supports. A broken exhaust as a result of vibra ...

Example 1: Vibration due to old or damaged exhaust rubber supports. A broken exhaust as a result of vibrations from worn out exhaust rubber supports. ...

July 31, 2014
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How to overcome DPF servicing and repair issues

|Date: July 29, 2014

How to overcome DPF servicing and repair issues

With DPF checks now included in the MOT inspection, complete component removals could result in a failed ...

With DPF checks now included in the MOT inspection, complete component removals could result in a failed test and a subsequent invalid motor insurance claim. European emission legislation is becoming ...

July 29, 2014
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Turbocharger maintenance: why do they need the correct type of oil?

|Date: July 21, 2014

Turbocharger maintenance: why do they need the correct type of oil?

Oil is a turbocharger’s friend. With a little care, you can make sure it doesn't become its enemy. Once e ...

Oil is a turbocharger’s friend. With a little care, you can make sure it doesn't become its enemy. Once exclusively fitted to trucks and performance cars, turbochargers are now commonplace. 90% of die ...

July 21, 2014
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Spark plugs – the ‘small giant’ of the powertrain

|Date: July 19, 2014

Spark plugs – the ‘small giant’ of the powertrain

Expert: Tim Howes, Deputy General Manager – Supply Chain & Technical Service, NGK Spark Plugs (UK) When ...

Expert: Tim Howes, Deputy General Manager – Supply Chain & Technical Service, NGK Spark Plugs (UK) When it comes to automotive components the spark plug is the small giant of the powertrain. If someo ...

July 19, 2014
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How to replace a cambelt on a Renault GU9 engine

|Date: July 14, 2014

How to replace a cambelt on a Renault GU9 engine

The Renault GU9 engine is fitted to a wide range of vehicles and used by several vehicle manufacturers to ...

The Renault GU9 engine is fitted to a wide range of vehicles and used by several vehicle manufacturers to power their light commercial vans.Technically speaking, the cam belt replacement procedure on ...

July 14, 2014
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How do Selective Catalytic Reduction systems work?

|Date: July 14, 2014

How do Selective Catalytic Reduction systems work?

Driven by the desire to reduce the amount of harmful emissions being pumped into the atmosphere without c ...

Driven by the desire to reduce the amount of harmful emissions being pumped into the atmosphere without compromising vehicle performance, Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) is the automotive industry ...

July 14, 2014
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How to identify pirated diagnostic products

|Date: July 07, 2014

How to identify pirated diagnostic products

It’s fair to say that high-quality diagnostic equipment is one of the most valuable tools in a technician ...

It’s fair to say that high-quality diagnostic equipment is one of the most valuable tools in a technician’s toolbox, but what if your equipment is providing unauthorised information? Delphi Automotive ...

July 07, 2014
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Ignition coils: common faults

|Date: July 03, 2014

Ignition coils: common faults

The experts at Mobiletron detail why changes in ignition system technology has created a need for more ad ...

The experts at Mobiletron detail why changes in ignition system technology has created a need for more advanced ignition coils and how technicians can overcome some of the associated issues with these ...

July 03, 2014
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