Professional Motor Mechanic

How to install a timing belt kit on a Škoda Octavia

|Date: March 06, 2020

How to install a timing belt kit on a Škoda Octavia

The Dayco technical team runs through the procedure for installing the Dayco kit KTB819 on a Škoda Octavi ...

The Dayco technical team runs through the procedure for installing the Dayco kit KTB819 on a Škoda Octavia. On its launch in 2013, the 1.4L TSI (CHPA) that powered the mark III Octavia was the largest ...

March 06, 2020
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Thermostats

|Date: February 28, 2020

Thermostats

Dayco, engine products and drive systems supplier for the aftermarket, has introduced thermostats to its ...

Dayco, engine products and drive systems supplier for the aftermarket, has introduced thermostats to its portfolio. To aid in their identification and ensure they align with the correct application re ...

February 28, 2020
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How to install a timing belt on a Volvo D5

|Date: December 05, 2019

How to install a timing belt on a Volvo D5

Dayco sets out the process required to accurately replace a timing belt and the auxiliary drive system on ...

Dayco sets out the process required to accurately replace a timing belt and the auxiliary drive system on a Volvo D5. The 2.0 and 2.4L diesel D5 engines used by Volvo in almost every variant in the ma ...

December 05, 2019
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Technology Spotlight: Torsional vibration dampers (TVDs)

|Date: September 24, 2019

Technology Spotlight: Torsional vibration dampers (TVDs)

As engines develop, so do the demands placed on the TVD. Dayco explains exactly what’s changing. Modern e ...

As engines develop, so do the demands placed on the TVD. Dayco explains exactly what’s changing. Modern engines are designed to deliver the optimum combination of power and torque, alongside fuel effi ...

September 24, 2019
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It’s in the DNA

|Date: May 21, 2019

It’s in the DNA

Dayco discusses the latest additions to its belt range and how they demonstrate that it’s in the company’ ...

Dayco discusses the latest additions to its belt range and how they demonstrate that it’s in the company’s nature to provide the aftermarket with useful solutions. ...

May 21, 2019
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Best Practise Timing Belt Replacement

|Date: February 14, 2019

Best Practise Timing Belt Replacement

Dayco explains some of the recent trends in engine system technology, and explains how technicians can ge ...

Dayco explains some of the recent trends in engine system technology, and explains how technicians can generate additional revenue by changing the timing belt and water pump at the same time. ...

February 14, 2019
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Auxiliary Drive System

|Date: December 12, 2018

Auxiliary Drive System

It is somewhat remarkable that in such a mature sector there remain certain products that are still under ...

It is somewhat remarkable that in such a mature sector there remain certain products that are still under developed in terms of their service potential. The auxiliary drive system is one of them, says ...

December 12, 2018
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Timing Belt Replacement on Alfa Romeo Mito & VW Golf Mk VII

|Date: November 13, 2018

Timing Belt Replacement on Alfa Romeo Mito & VW Golf Mk VII

Dayco provides step-by-step guides for replacing the timing belt kit on two vehicles: the Alfa Romeo Mito ...

Dayco provides step-by-step guides for replacing the timing belt kit on two vehicles: the Alfa Romeo Mito and the VW Golf Mk VII. ...

November 13, 2018
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Adapting to Change

|Date: July 30, 2018

Adapting to Change

Dayco explains how its aftermarket solutions are driven by tightening legislation and the pressure applie ...

Dayco explains how its aftermarket solutions are driven by tightening legislation and the pressure applied to vehicle manufacturers. ...

July 30, 2018
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Timing Belt Kit Installation; Land Rover Freelander II TD4

|Date: May 25, 2018

Timing Belt Kit Installation; Land Rover Freelander II TD4

Full belt replacement guide for a Land Rover Freelander II, 2.2 TD4 diesel, using Dayco Kit KTBWP7150. ...

Full belt replacement guide for a Land Rover Freelander II, 2.2 TD4 diesel, using Dayco Kit KTBWP7150. ...

May 25, 2018
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Belt Replacement Guide; Ford Focus C-Max

|Date: April 23, 2018

Belt Replacement Guide; Ford Focus C-Max

Full belt replacement guide for a Ford Focus C-Max, 1.6l TDCI diesel, using Dayco Kit KTBWP4930. ...

Full belt replacement guide for a Ford Focus C-Max, 1.6l TDCI diesel, using Dayco Kit KTBWP4930. ...

April 23, 2018
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Timing Belt Kit Installation – Lexus RX 400 H

|Date: November 10, 2017

Timing Belt Kit Installation – Lexus RX 400 H

Full timing belt replacement guide for a Lexus RX 400 H, 3.3l petrol engine with Dayco kit KTBWP8330 ...

Full timing belt replacement guide for a Lexus RX 400 H, 3.3l petrol engine with Dayco kit KTBWP8330 ...

November 10, 2017
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Free Training & Seminars at MECHANEX Coventry

|Date: September 27, 2017

Free Training & Seminars at MECHANEX Coventry

MECHANEX Coventry will continue to build on the successes of our popular seminar programme, which was pac ...

MECHANEX Coventry will continue to build on the successes of our popular seminar programme, which was packed throughout 2016. ...

September 27, 2017
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PMM October – OUT NOW!!

|Date: September 12, 2017

PMM October – OUT NOW!!

The October 2017 issue of Professional Motor Mechanic Magazine is out now! ...

The October 2017 issue of Professional Motor Mechanic Magazine is out now! ...

September 12, 2017
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Belt Replacement Guide for Ford ‘Lynx’ Engine and a Skoda Octavia

|Date: July 12, 2017

Belt Replacement Guide for Ford ‘Lynx’ Engine and a Skoda Octavia

A best practice belt replacement guide on two popular engines from Dayco. ...

A best practice belt replacement guide on two popular engines from Dayco. ...

July 12, 2017
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