Professional Motor Mechanic

Water Pumps; Typical Damage Patterns & Causes

|Date: July 12, 2018

Water Pumps; Typical Damage Patterns & Causes

In the first of a two-part series, MEYLE’s experienced specialists identify the external factors primaril ...

In the first of a two-part series, MEYLE’s experienced specialists identify the external factors primarily responsible for early water pump failure, and offer some solutions. ...

July 12, 2018
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Auxiliary Pump Repair Work

|Date: May 14, 2018

Auxiliary Pump Repair Work

First Line offers some words of advice for technicians undertaking repair work on the auxiliary pump on t ...

First Line offers some words of advice for technicians undertaking repair work on the auxiliary pump on the Mk III Land Rover Range Rover and Range Rover Sport. ...

May 14, 2018
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Cleaning the A/C System

|Date: May 11, 2018

Cleaning the A/C System

Herth+Buss explains why regular maintenance and cleaning of the A/C system is essential. ...

Herth+Buss explains why regular maintenance and cleaning of the A/C system is essential. ...

May 11, 2018
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Importance of Quality Cabin Air Filters

|Date: April 20, 2018

Importance of Quality Cabin Air Filters

DENSO delves into the importance of high quality cabin air filters. ...

DENSO delves into the importance of high quality cabin air filters. ...

April 20, 2018
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Interior Blowers: Common Malfunctions & Troubleshooting

|Date: April 16, 2018

Interior Blowers: Common Malfunctions & Troubleshooting

Nissens looks at some common malfunctions and troubleshooting with interior blowers. ...

Nissens looks at some common malfunctions and troubleshooting with interior blowers. ...

April 16, 2018
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What Can Temperatures Tell You About the Climate System?

|Date: September 11, 2017

What Can Temperatures Tell You About the Climate System?

By knowing where and what to measure, you can save valuable time when examining the system, as Nissens ex ...

By knowing where and what to measure, you can save valuable time when examining the system, as Nissens explains. ...

September 11, 2017
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Best Practice Tips for Installing a New Compressor

|Date: September 08, 2017

Best Practice Tips for Installing a New Compressor

Delphi runs through some best practice tips for installing a new compressor. ...

Delphi runs through some best practice tips for installing a new compressor. ...

September 08, 2017
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Replacing Thermostats Along with Water Pumps

|Date: June 29, 2017

Replacing Thermostats Along with Water Pumps

Gates explains why it makes sense to replace thermostats along with the water pump. It is good garage pr ...

Gates explains why it makes sense to replace thermostats along with the water pump. It is good garage practice to change the water pump as part of a scheduled drive system maintenance programme. This ...

June 29, 2017
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Servicing & Replacing Compressors

|Date: June 26, 2017

Servicing & Replacing Compressors

DENSO explains the best practices for servicing and replacing compressors, which, in turn, could lead to ...

DENSO explains the best practices for servicing and replacing compressors, which, in turn, could lead to a boost in revenue. Spring is upon us and garages should be preparing themselves for the peak s ...

June 26, 2017
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Damage Limitation

|Date: June 21, 2017

Damage Limitation

Nissens offers best practice tips for avoiding damage to the compressor. Additives are vital to the perf ...

Nissens offers best practice tips for avoiding damage to the compressor. Additives are vital to the performance of the compressor. Without oil, the compressor will cease to perform, and UV dye is ess ...

June 21, 2017
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Common Causes of Mechanical Damage to the Condenser

|Date: June 12, 2017

Common Causes of Mechanical Damage to the Condenser

Best practice tips for avoiding mechanical damage to the condenser. Poor quality packing Condenser strap ...

Best practice tips for avoiding mechanical damage to the condenser. Poor quality packing Condenser strapping that is too tight inside the box will often crush the top and bottom tubes. As the tube is ...

June 12, 2017
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Noise When Air Con Operating on Mini Countryman

|Date: May 22, 2017

Noise When Air Con Operating on Mini Countryman

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

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. MINI COUNTRYMAN – NOISE WHEN AIR CON ...

May 22, 2017
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Why is the Condensor Corroded?

|Date: March 01, 2017

Why is the Condensor Corroded?

Nissens offer some possible causes for a corroded condensor and how to avoid future issues. The condenser ...

Nissens offer some possible causes for a corroded condensor and how to avoid future issues. The condenser is placed in the front of the car and is typically attached to other heat exchangers in the en ...

March 01, 2017
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Is The Condenser Clogged?

|Date: November 15, 2016

Is The Condenser Clogged?

Nissen offer some top tips for keeping the A/C condenser in mint condition. The condenser is a crucial co ...

Nissen offer some top tips for keeping the A/C condenser in mint condition. The condenser is a crucial component for ensuring correct A/C system operation. Placed inthe front of the car, and typically ...

November 15, 2016
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A/C – A Strategy For Success

|Date: September 07, 2016

A/C – A Strategy For Success

A ‘best practice’ approach to air conditioning service will help your business to thrive this summer, as ...

A ‘best practice’ approach to air conditioning service will help your business to thrive this summer, as Steve Hudson, Head of Business Development at BEHR HELLA SERVICE explains. Today, virtually eve ...

September 07, 2016
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