PMM’s wire-chaser Ben Johnson has been at it again recently with a particularly uncommunicative Mazda. There are some diagnostic jobs where the fault practically introduces itself. A warning light comes on, the scan tool gives you a sensible code, you carry out a few tests, find a broken wire, replace the offending part and move ...

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Why was the Peugeot 406 Estate experiencing an electrical fault? Once a vehicle reaches a certain age, every fault presents a new temptation to simply consign it to the scrap yard. But when a vehicle is otherwise working well, the best thing is to find the right solution and give it a new lease of ...

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ALLDATA Europe has announced its role as the headline sponsor of this year’s Mechanex, taking place at Sandown Park on 10 and 11 November. The event, a community hub for independent workshop professionals, will showcase ALLDATA’s latest innovations and product enhancements. Mechanex offers a platform for industry professionals to explore new products, attend technical demonstrations, ...

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Klipboard has just launched its all-new AutoCat V10, combining intelligent search, AI and an intuitive user experience to make parts identification faster, smarter and more accurate. The latest version of the software brings together vehicle data, supplier information and intelligent search. From vehicle lookup through to part matching and cross-reference confirmation, the AutoCat platform helps ...

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The 9295 Mini Air Ratchet from Laser Tools is a compact 2-in-1 tool that combines a 3/8in square drive ratchet with an integral 1/4in hex bit holder. Part of the company’s 50th Anniversary range, it is designed to increase productivity when working in confined engine bays, dashboards, interiors and other restricted-access areas. Powered by a ...

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Is there a way to test engine oil under extreme conditions without leaving the lab? Castrol believes so. Its new process for testing oils is a unique one: Get Australian Supercars driver Tom Randle to drive at maximum pace in a professional-grade race simulator on a carefully planned sequence of iconic motorsport circuits and rally ...

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ADAS investment doubles Lancashire garage’s turnover Chorley-based Lancashire ADAS has more than doubled its monthly ADAS revenue after investing in an integrated calibration, wheel alignment and remote diagnostics workflow designed to remove workshop bottlenecks. Supplied by A1 ADAS, the new equipment has allowed Andy Wren and his team to cope with rising workloads and even ...

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Launched specifically for independent garages, the new vAutoStock Lite vehicle preparation app is available for a 14 day trial before purchase. Designed to replace spreadsheets and written notes, the app turns the clunky and manually demanding vehicle prep process into an automated and seamless operation with no human interaction needed to bridge the gap between ...

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A new company is helping reduce waste with its seat and steering wheel covers. Maxpro Products has launched 100 per cent nylon covers which are re-usable and washable. The universal seat covers are made from a tough, durable, high-quality 420 denier nylon. The covers offer protection from oil, grease and dirt, as well as being ...

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Remote diagnostics experts Core Diagnostics has launched the Power Pro 100, a new 100A battery support unit and charger manufactured exclusively by GYS, one of the most trusted names in vehicle battery charging. The unit aims to give workshops a genuinely affordable route to a high-specification, GYS-built battery support unit and charger. The diagnostic mode ...

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