Professional Motor Mechanic

Brake disc replacement myths

|Date: February 22, 2016

Brake disc replacement myths

Brake disc lathes fix brake noise, remove corrosion, eliminate vibration issues, save waste and are very ...

Brake disc lathes fix brake noise, remove corrosion, eliminate vibration issues, save waste and are very green. On top of this, they offer value for money and make can return decent amounts of profit. ...

February 22, 2016
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Your alignment queries answered

|Date: February 10, 2016

Your alignment queries answered

Why do my measurement readings on the screen of my imaging alignment system occasionally keep flashing fr ...

Why do my measurement readings on the screen of my imaging alignment system occasionally keep flashing from red to grey? With an imaging alignment system it’s important that the cameras can see the po ...

February 10, 2016
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Hybrid vehicle servicing: Part 2

|Date: February 09, 2016

Hybrid vehicle servicing: Part 2

In the second instalment of this hybrid vehicle servicing mini-series, Sealey Tools explains how to stay ...

In the second instalment of this hybrid vehicle servicing mini-series, Sealey Tools explains how to stay clear of shocks when carrying out repairs on hybrid and electric vehicles. Click here to read p ...

February 09, 2016
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BTN Turbo – Installation Procedure

|Date: February 02, 2016

BTN Turbo – Installation Procedure

BTN explains how to avoid common mistakes when replacing a turbo on various PSA models with DV6 engines. ...

BTN explains how to avoid common mistakes when replacing a turbo on various PSA models with DV6 engines. February’s issue of PMM includes a turbo ‘Tech Tip’ from BTN Turbo which explains how to avoid ...

February 02, 2016
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Turbo charger fitment check-list

|Date: January 27, 2016

Turbo charger fitment check-list

This guide from BTN Turbo explains the steps that need to be undertaken before fitting a turbocharger. Fe ...

This guide from BTN Turbo explains the steps that need to be undertaken before fitting a turbocharger. February’s issue of PMM includes a turbo ‘Tech Tip’ from BTN Turbo which explains how to avoid co ...

January 27, 2016
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Why incorrectly applied silicon RTC can cause engine problems

|Date: January 13, 2016

Why incorrectly applied silicon RTC can cause engine problems

Dominic Moxon, Product Manager at FAI, asks ‘are you using too much silicon?’ “When used correctly RTV is ...

Dominic Moxon, Product Manager at FAI, asks ‘are you using too much silicon?’ “When used correctly RTV is a very useful product, but in the wrong hands the consequences can be major engine failure. Al ...

January 13, 2016
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Scopes – Why, when and how?

|Date: December 27, 2015

Scopes – Why, when and how?

Oscilloscopes are an accepted part of the arsenal of diagnostic tools required for effective fault findin ...

Oscilloscopes are an accepted part of the arsenal of diagnostic tools required for effective fault finding, however I’m still frequently asked ‘Why, Where, When, What and How’ during my training cours ...

December 27, 2015
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How to replace a timing belt on a VW Polo

|Date: September 10, 2015

How to replace a timing belt on a VW Polo

MODEL: VW POLO 1.4 PETROL (BBZ ENGINE) & VAG GROUP 1.6 ENGINERECOMMENDED LABOUR TIME: 3 HOURS INA PART NU ...

MODEL: VW POLO 1.4 PETROL (BBZ ENGINE) & VAG GROUP 1.6 ENGINERECOMMENDED LABOUR TIME: 3 HOURS INA PART NUMBER: 530008910 ...

September 10, 2015
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Don’t gamble with water pump replacement

|Date: May 25, 2015

Don’t gamble with water pump replacement

The coolant runs clear, but don't be fooled! It could contain contaminants that are not always easy to sp ...

The coolant runs clear, but don't be fooled! It could contain contaminants that are not always easy to spot or remove. On installation, the water pump depends on the coolant to lubricate the seal whic ...

May 25, 2015
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Why using quality oils makes sense in the long run

|Date: March 03, 2015

Why using quality oils makes sense in the long run

Total is the fourth largest automotive lubricant company in the world and whilst the brand is a well-know ...

Total is the fourth largest automotive lubricant company in the world and whilst the brand is a well-known global one, its products may not be in the UK. PMM caught up with the company to find out how ...

March 03, 2015
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Scope School Part 3 – Oscilloscope diagnostics made easy

|Date: February 10, 2015

Scope School Part 3 – Oscilloscope diagnostics made easy

In the final chapter of Pico’s three-part clinic we cover capture and analysis features that technicians ...

In the final chapter of Pico’s three-part clinic we cover capture and analysis features that technicians will find invaluable during diagnosis procedures. ...

February 10, 2015
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Scope School Extra – Oscilloscope diagnostics made easy

|Date: February 10, 2015

Scope School Extra – Oscilloscope diagnostics made easy

In this ‘Scope School Bonus’ column we want to carry on where Scope School 3 left off, opening more avenu ...

In this ‘Scope School Bonus’ column we want to carry on where Scope School 3 left off, opening more avenues within the software, allowing you to get the absolute most from your PicoScope and presentin ...

February 10, 2015
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How to replace a timing drive system on VW Group vehicles

|Date: December 02, 2014

How to replace a timing drive system on VW Group vehicles

Despite the popularity of the unit and relative simplicity of its drive system layout, the 2.0 TDI engine ...

Despite the popularity of the unit and relative simplicity of its drive system layout, the 2.0 TDI engine used in several VW Group models can cause problems if the correct procedure is not followed du ...

December 02, 2014
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Scope School Part 1 – Oscilloscope diagnostics made easy

|Date: September 25, 2014

Scope School Part 1 – Oscilloscope diagnostics made easy

This exclusive trilogy of articles, from Steve Smith of Pico Technology, will offer you a helping hand wi ...

This exclusive trilogy of articles, from Steve Smith of Pico Technology, will offer you a helping hand with getting more from your oscilloscope – whatever your level of experience or expertise. This f ...

September 25, 2014
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Scope School Part 2 – Oscilloscope diagnostics made easy

|Date: September 25, 2014

Scope School Part 2 – Oscilloscope diagnostics made easy

This second instalment in an exclusive trilogy of oscilloscope guidance clinics from Steve Smith of Pico ...

This second instalment in an exclusive trilogy of oscilloscope guidance clinics from Steve Smith of Pico targets those that fall into the category of users who are competent, but don’t yet fully know ...

September 25, 2014
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