Professional Motor Mechanic

A quick guide to ignition coils

|Date: November 07, 2013

A quick guide to ignition coils

The operating principle of the ignition coil is essentially the same for all types – whether the classic ...

The operating principle of the ignition coil is essentially the same for all types – whether the classic can-type coil, or in a coil rail system. The device contains two copper wire windings and a lam ...

November 07, 2013
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Major clutch and flywheel damage – was a detective starter motor to blame?

|Date: August 06, 2013

Major clutch and flywheel damage – was a detective starter motor to blame?

We recently had a starter motor returned to us under warranty that led to a fair bit of head scratching i ...

We recently had a starter motor returned to us under warranty that led to a fair bit of head scratching in our technical department. The front bearing was dislodged, while the pinion teeth showed sign ...

August 06, 2013
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Glow plug removal – 11 easy steps

|Date: May 24, 2013

Glow plug removal – 11 easy steps

In the event of a broken glow plug in the cylinder head the comprehensive glow plug removal kit (p/n 5205 ...

In the event of a broken glow plug in the cylinder head the comprehensive glow plug removal kit (p/n 5205) from Laser Tools will let you drill out and grip the remaining glow plug body to pull it out ...

May 24, 2013
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Ignition coils and leads – troubleshooting tips

|Date: January 14, 2013

Ignition coils and leads – troubleshooting tips

The winter can play havoc with ignition components as cold, damp conditions increase the stress on coil u ...

The winter can play havoc with ignition components as cold, damp conditions increase the stress on coil units while water ingress from salt treated roads can accelerate the deterioration of poorly fit ...

January 14, 2013
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Rotating electrics – Fault finding

|Date: January 09, 2013

Rotating electrics – Fault finding

Small mistakes when fitting or replacing Starters & Alternators can bring the whole system to a standstil ...

Small mistakes when fitting or replacing Starters & Alternators can bring the whole system to a standstill, making it essential that the correct procedures are carried out. ALTERNATORS The correct app ...

January 09, 2013
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Glow plug reaming – step by step

|Date: December 30, 2012

Glow plug reaming – step by step

Professional technicians will be well aware that carbon build up can make glow plug removal/installation ...

Professional technicians will be well aware that carbon build up can make glow plug removal/installation a difficult task, so to help combat this problem Sealey has introduced the VS312 Glow Plug Ream ...

December 30, 2012
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Starter motor failures – Ford, Jaguar and LDV models

|Date: December 22, 2012

Starter motor failures – Ford, Jaguar and LDV models

Product/part number affected: Starter motor (AES2202) Fitted to: Ford 2.0, 2.2 and 2.4 Duratorq diesel en ...

Product/part number affected: Starter motor (AES2202) Fitted to: Ford 2.0, 2.2 and 2.4 Duratorq diesel engines Applications: Ford Mondeo, Tourneo, Transit; Jaguar 2.0 & 2.2; LDV Convoy 2.4 and LTI TX2 ...

December 22, 2012
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Start/Stop systems – challenges for the workshop

|Date: November 12, 2012

Start/Stop systems – challenges for the workshop

Recently at eXponentia training we conducted a survey on the technical systems of the future –interesting ...

Recently at eXponentia training we conducted a survey on the technical systems of the future –interestingly most garages felt they had insufficient knowledge to repair these systems adequately. ...

November 12, 2012
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Spark plugs – visual fault diagnosis

|Date: August 16, 2012

Spark plugs – visual fault diagnosis

It is apparent from the Denso ‘TT Road Show’ that as an industry we have become reliant on our diagnostic ...

It is apparent from the Denso ‘TT Road Show’ that as an industry we have become reliant on our diagnostic tools to inform us of engine problems and analysis. While this is important, we should not for ...

August 16, 2012
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Rotating electrics – key fault finding tips

|Date: June 26, 2012

Rotating electrics – key fault finding tips

In terms of fault finding guidance and advice when dealing with rotating electrics products the first mos ...

In terms of fault finding guidance and advice when dealing with rotating electrics products the first most important point to remember is that the battery is the heart of the charging and starting sys ...

June 26, 2012
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Rotating electrics – misdiagnosis examples

|Date: June 26, 2012

Rotating electrics – misdiagnosis examples

A recent analysis that Remy Automotive undertook of all the warranty returns from across the UK shows tha ...

A recent analysis that Remy Automotive undertook of all the warranty returns from across the UK shows that well over 50% of the ‘failed’ units were either damaged by an external influence, or more com ...

June 26, 2012
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Ignition coils and MAF sensors – fault finding and installation

|Date: June 26, 2012

Ignition coils and MAF sensors – fault finding and installation

IGNITION COILSInstallation1. Carefully place the replacement ignition coil into the plug hole of the cyli ...

IGNITION COILSInstallation1. Carefully place the replacement ignition coil into the plug hole of the cylinder head, orienting it the same way as the original sensor.2. Connect the ignition coil to the ...

June 26, 2012
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Starters & alternators technical bulletins – Various models

|Date: June 26, 2012

Starters & alternators technical bulletins – Various models

1. JAGUAR ALTERNATOR CHARGING PROBLEMSOn Jaguar XJ and XK models (1996-2003) when an alternator problem i ...

1. JAGUAR ALTERNATOR CHARGING PROBLEMSOn Jaguar XJ and XK models (1996-2003) when an alternator problem is diagnosed, some customers have experienced charging problems – even after the fitment of a re ...

June 26, 2012
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Starter and alternator fault finding

|Date: June 26, 2012

Starter and alternator fault finding

ALTERNATORS: Fault finder check listProblem: Warning light remains onPossible causes:1. Check the fan bel ...

ALTERNATORS: Fault finder check listProblem: Warning light remains onPossible causes:1. Check the fan belt is not slipping2. Check the positive and negative supply to the alternator3. Ensure warning l ...

June 26, 2012
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Hybrid technology of the future – rotating electrics

|Date: June 26, 2012

Hybrid technology of the future – rotating electrics

As a leading OE manufacturer of rotating electrics, Remy Automotive is heavily involved in the developmen ...

As a leading OE manufacturer of rotating electrics, Remy Automotive is heavily involved in the development of hybrid technology specifically within the SUV and luxury car markets. We have over 100 yea ...

June 26, 2012
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A quick guide to ignition coils

A quick guide to ignition coils

Major clutch and flywheel damage – was a detective starter motor to blame?

Major clutch and flywheel damage – was a detective starter motor to blame?

Glow plug removal – 11 easy steps

Glow plug removal – 11 easy steps

Ignition coils and leads – troubleshooting tips

Ignition coils and leads – troubleshooting tips

Rotating electrics – Fault finding

Rotating electrics – Fault finding

Glow plug reaming – step by step

Glow plug reaming – step by step

Starter motor failures – Ford, Jaguar and LDV models

Starter motor failures – Ford, Jaguar and LDV models

Start/Stop systems – challenges for the workshop

Start/Stop systems – challenges for the workshop

Spark plugs – visual fault diagnosis

Spark plugs – visual fault diagnosis

Rotating electrics – key fault finding tips

Rotating electrics – key fault finding tips

Rotating electrics – misdiagnosis examples

Rotating electrics – misdiagnosis examples

Ignition coils and MAF sensors – fault finding and installation

Ignition coils and MAF sensors – fault finding and installation

Starters & alternators technical bulletins – Various models

Starters & alternators technical bulletins – Various models

Starter and alternator fault finding

Starter and alternator fault finding

Hybrid technology of the future – rotating electrics

Hybrid technology of the future – rotating electrics