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How to change a clutch on a Honda CR-V

|Date: October 27, 2013

How to change a clutch on a Honda CR-V

The Honda CR-V was launched in 1995 and is a popular multi-purpose vehicle. Now onto its fourth generatio ...

The Honda CR-V was launched in 1995 and is a popular multi-purpose vehicle. Now onto its fourth generation, this handy guide should prove to be a worthwhile read for any garage in the UK aftermarket f ...

October 27, 2013
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How to replace a timing belt on a Mazda 6

|Date: October 24, 2013

How to replace a timing belt on a Mazda 6

Launched in 2002, the timing belt system on the Mazda 6 may look ominous, but with a little know-how and ...

Launched in 2002, the timing belt system on the Mazda 6 may look ominous, but with a little know-how and the appropriate tools, it will prove to be an ideal repair for any UK garage. Engine type The e ...

October 24, 2013
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How to fit a DABmotion 1001 retrofit car stereo

|Date: October 21, 2013

How to fit a DABmotion 1001 retrofit car stereo

Digital Radio UK, the organisation working with stakeholders and government to co-ordinate the migration ...

Digital Radio UK, the organisation working with stakeholders and government to co-ordinate the migration to DAB, has stated that the government is preparing to announce a switchover – from analogue to ...

October 21, 2013
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How a DPF works and common fault code prompts

|Date: October 18, 2013

How a DPF works and common fault code prompts

Achieving the tough vehicle emissions levels under Euro 5 legislation requires a Diesel Particulate Filte ...

Achieving the tough vehicle emissions levels under Euro 5 legislation requires a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) to be fitted to collect carbon soot particles generated from the combustion process in ...

October 18, 2013
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Toe-in curve adjustment – various VAG group vehicles

|Date: October 17, 2013

Toe-in curve adjustment – various VAG group vehicles

When repairs are needed to front wheel suspension, small variations can make the difference between corre ...

When repairs are needed to front wheel suspension, small variations can make the difference between correct and incorrect adjustment. Maladjustment potentially leads to compromised road-holding and ha ...

October 17, 2013
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EPS systems – a look at the future

|Date: October 15, 2013

EPS systems – a look at the future

In addition to offering a ‘green’ power-steering solution, EPS is a key building block for providing a nu ...

In addition to offering a ‘green’ power-steering solution, EPS is a key building block for providing a number of vehicle safety features – both in terms of working together with other active systems, ...

October 15, 2013
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Pad and caliper fitment/removal – avoiding brake noise

|Date: October 11, 2013

Pad and caliper fitment/removal – avoiding brake noise

Ferodo's garage research confirms that brake noise is one of the most common reasons for customers to bri ...

Ferodo's garage research confirms that brake noise is one of the most common reasons for customers to bring their cars back for rectification. Here we show some of the key steps involved with avoiding ...

October 11, 2013
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Key requirements of efficient ABDS maintenance

|Date: October 08, 2013

Key requirements of efficient ABDS maintenance

It used to be easy to work out which ABDS belt required replacement and which belt looked fine. When belt ...

It used to be easy to work out which ABDS belt required replacement and which belt looked fine. When belts were made from a material known as chloroprene, it was relatively easy to identify wear from ...

October 08, 2013
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DPFs – how to perform a ‘forced regeneration’

|Date: October 07, 2013

DPFs – how to perform a ‘forced regeneration’

TOOL USED: SOCIO 400 DIAGNOSTIC UNIT, AVAILABLE FROM TECNODIAGNOSTICS 1. Open the software and click into ...

TOOL USED: SOCIO 400 DIAGNOSTIC UNIT, AVAILABLE FROM TECNODIAGNOSTICS 1. Open the software and click into ‘Car-MPV’. 2. Select your vehicle. 3. Once vehicle is selected you will then see the full syst ...

October 07, 2013
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Apec has unique approach to braking component

|Date: October 04, 2013

Apec has unique approach to braking component

Over the years, the ‘Apec approach’ has helped us to build on a reputation for providing, quality, value ...

Over the years, the ‘Apec approach’ has helped us to build on a reputation for providing, quality, value and service to our customers. As a company, our view has always been that with critical compone ...

October 04, 2013
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Rover 45 with MIL illuminated but no running issues

|Date: October 02, 2013

Rover 45 with MIL illuminated but no running issues

VEHICLE DETAILS: Rover 45 ENGINE CODE: K16 YEAR: 2004 SYMPTOM: MIL illuminated, no running issues This ca ...

VEHICLE DETAILS: Rover 45 ENGINE CODE: K16 YEAR: 2004 SYMPTOM: MIL illuminated, no running issues This car came to us with the MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) illuminated, but no reports of any runni ...

October 02, 2013
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A visual guide to timing system problems

|Date: October 02, 2013

A visual guide to timing system problems

Belt drive makes noise shortly after installation of CT 908K1 kit (VW/Audi, Seat, Skoda 1.6/2.0 L 8V) Pro ...

Belt drive makes noise shortly after installation of CT 908K1 kit (VW/Audi, Seat, Skoda 1.6/2.0 L 8V) Problem Shortly after installation of the kit, noise came from the cold engine (belt not aligning) ...

October 02, 2013
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A guide to using a cordless hot stapler

|Date: September 27, 2013

A guide to using a cordless hot stapler

With the high replacement cost of plastic bodypanels and headlight units, car drivers are increasingly at ...

With the high replacement cost of plastic bodypanels and headlight units, car drivers are increasingly attracted by the option of these components being repaired rather than replacements being sourced ...

September 27, 2013
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How to solve manifold ‘warping’ on the Daewoo/Chevrolet Matiz

|Date: September 25, 2013

How to solve manifold ‘warping’ on the Daewoo/Chevrolet Matiz

THE PROBLEM A common problem on the 800cc Daewoo/Chevrolet Matiz is corrosion to the alloy cylinder head ...

THE PROBLEM A common problem on the 800cc Daewoo/Chevrolet Matiz is corrosion to the alloy cylinder head and distortion (warping) of the plastic inlet manifold, resulting in a coolant leak between the ...

September 25, 2013
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How to change a clutch on a Hyundai i30

|Date: September 25, 2013

How to change a clutch on a Hyundai i30

Manufactured since 2007, the Hyundai i30 is a popular family car that shares its platform with the Kia Ce ...

Manufactured since 2007, the Hyundai i30 is a popular family car that shares its platform with the Kia Cee’d. With over 50,000 i30's on the road, the clutch replacement is well into the independent wo ...

September 25, 2013
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