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    Solving VAG ignition coil failure

    Febi explores an issue affecting various Volkswagen, Audi, SEAT and Skoda models, pertaining to part numb ...

    Febi explores an issue affecting various Volkswagen, Audi, SEAT and Skoda models, pertaining to part number 40321. Problem The ignition coil has failed, causing the engine to misfire. Due to the ignit ...

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    How do stabilising bars work?

    febi gives aftermarket technicians an overview of an underrated suspension component – the stabiliser bar ...

    febi gives aftermarket technicians an overview of an underrated suspension component – the stabiliser bar. The stabiliser bar is a component of the suspension and connects the wheel suspension of an a ...

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    A guide to brake fluid maintenance

    Replacing brake fluid may not be a part of your standard servicing package, but it’s still something whic ...

    Replacing brake fluid may not be a part of your standard servicing package, but it’s still something which needs to kept on top of. Here, febi explains how the unique properties of brake fluid allow t ...

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    Bilstein Group deep dives into its history

    We look at the group behind febi and Blue Print and the wide range of products they supply. Consisting of ...

    We look at the group behind febi and Blue Print and the wide range of products they supply. Consisting of three brands, febi, SWAG and Blue Print, the bilstein group has been the umbrella group for th ...

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    Replacing the wheel bearing on a Jeep Cherokee

    Febi takes readers through the replacement of a wheel bearing on a Jeep Grand Cherokee WK. When launched, ...

    Febi takes readers through the replacement of a wheel bearing on a Jeep Grand Cherokee WK. When launched, the Jeep Grand Cherokee WK model was reported to have good off-road capabilities and an excell ...

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    What's the role of transmission oil?

    febi explores the important role transmission oil plays in manual and automatic vehicles. The engine crea ...

    febi explores the important role transmission oil plays in manual and automatic vehicles. The engine creates the energy of the vehicle, which is used by the transmission to power the wheels. Every tra ...

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    Common clutch issues

    Febi highlights some common clutch issues and points to the solution. Clutch hydraulic circuit bleeding M ...

    Febi highlights some common clutch issues and points to the solution. Clutch hydraulic circuit bleeding Models Jeep Cherokee, Grand Cherokee, Wrangler/Chrysler PT Cruiser, Neon, Voyager, Grand Voyager ...

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    Febi provides solution to low-coolant warning

    Febi takes a look at what causes ‘STOP’, ‘check coolant’, or the low-coolant warning lamp to appear on th ...

    Febi takes a look at what causes ‘STOP’, ‘check coolant’, or the low-coolant warning lamp to appear on the instrument display and provides a solution. Problem The message ‘STOP’, ‘check coolant’, or t ...

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    Febi shares cause behind three fault codes

    Febi shines a light on a common cause behind three fault codes. Problem The vehicle experiencing lack of ...

    Febi shines a light on a common cause behind three fault codes. Problem The vehicle experiencing lack of power and poor performance when accelerating under load. Engine management warning lamp illumin ...

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    Febi explores issues with the camshaft bracket

    Febi explores issues surrounding the camshaft bracket, indicating when to replace. Problem The engine-cra ...

    Febi explores issues surrounding the camshaft bracket, indicating when to replace. Problem The engine-cranking time before starting is extended, and/or there is a ‘rattling’ noise from the engine area ...

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    Febi explores crankcase emissions

    febi takes a detailed look at crankcase emissions, as well as outlining some common cases where the emiss ...

    febi takes a detailed look at crankcase emissions, as well as outlining some common cases where the emissions ventilation system fails. Crankcase emissions are produced as a result of the combustion p ...

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    The 2023 PMM Awards

    The PMM Awards have returned for 2023 and it's time to applaud the exceptional articles that earned the s ...

    The PMM Awards have returned for 2023 and it's time to applaud the exceptional articles that earned the spotlight this year! Read on to find out who has won! Every month, the PMM team works tirelessly ...

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    Febi discusses crankshaft and camshaft sensors

    The mechanical synchronisation of the crankshaft and camshaft is of the utmost importance for the operati ...

    The mechanical synchronisation of the crankshaft and camshaft is of the utmost importance for the operation of an internal combustion engine. febi explains how its sensors can help. With the introduct ...

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    Febi discusses common problem areas

    Febi discusses some common problem areas and which vehicles are affected. Engine oil cooler Function To a ...

    Febi discusses some common problem areas and which vehicles are affected. Engine oil cooler Function To assist the cooling of the engine oil. Failure O-ring seals – can harden and crack over time and ...

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    Febi outlines suspension issues on the Ford Focus

    The febi team has provided PMM with a guide to some common issues with the suspension system on the Ford ...

    The febi team has provided PMM with a guide to some common issues with the suspension system on the Ford Focus. The Ford Focus was introduced in 1998 and has proved to be very popular with its owners. ...

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