Professional Motor Mechanic

How do you Install PTFE Oil Seals?

|Date: March 05, 2017

How do you Install PTFE Oil Seals?

Domonic Moxon, Senior Product Manager, FAI, explains how this new technology works and why problems can o ...

Domonic Moxon, Senior Product Manager, FAI, explains how this new technology works and why problems can occur. As part of its extensive product range, FAI offers a large range of oil seals that use th ...

March 05, 2017
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EPHS Steering Set Fitting Tips

|Date: March 03, 2017

EPHS Steering Set Fitting Tips

In this guide, TRW show you the correct process involved with installing the JKR104 EPHS steering set, us ...

In this guide, TRW show you the correct process involved with installing the JKR104 EPHS steering set, using the VM Polo 9N as an example. It should first be noted that there can be deviations in the ...

March 03, 2017
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How to Fit a Clutch on an Audi A4

|Date: February 17, 2017

How to Fit a Clutch on an Audi A4

A full clutch replacement guide for a 2.0 TDI model from Schaeffler Automotive Aftermarket UK. Audi relea ...

A full clutch replacement guide for a 2.0 TDI model from Schaeffler Automotive Aftermarket UK. Audi released the 8K chassis A4 in 2007. Included in this model were some changes to the clutch and trans ...

February 17, 2017
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How to Fit a Timing Belt on a Vauxhall Vectra

|Date: February 10, 2017

How to Fit a Timing Belt on a Vauxhall Vectra

A full timing belt replacement guide for a Vauxhall Vectra 1.8 VVTI model The Vauxhall Vectra has been a ...

A full timing belt replacement guide for a Vauxhall Vectra 1.8 VVTI model The Vauxhall Vectra has been a popular car on our roads ever since it was first launched in 1995. The recommended timing belt ...

February 10, 2017
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Window Regulator Fitment Tips

|Date: January 23, 2017

Window Regulator Fitment Tips

Step-by-step window regulator fitment tips for VW Golf & VW Bora To undertake this job you’ll requir ...

Step-by-step window regulator fitment tips for VW Golf & VW Bora To undertake this job you’ll require: Torx drivers, a trim tool, a screwdriver and a socket wrench & socket. Firstly, remove t ...

January 23, 2017
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How to Rewind Brake Caliper Pistons

|Date: January 18, 2017

How to Rewind Brake Caliper Pistons

Simple steps to success when replacing rear brake pads When replacing rear brake pads a suitable brake re ...

Simple steps to success when replacing rear brake pads When replacing rear brake pads a suitable brake rewind tool is indispensable. Every brake caliper is different and each one needs its own adapter ...

January 18, 2017
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Rear Light Replacement Guide – Vauxhall Astra

|Date: January 16, 2017

Rear Light Replacement Guide – Vauxhall Astra

Make light work of the Tourer - Rear light replacement guide for the Vauxhall Astra J Sports Tourer To re ...

Make light work of the Tourer - Rear light replacement guide for the Vauxhall Astra J Sports Tourer To replace the lamps on this particular model, technicians should follow a specific process. Firstly ...

January 16, 2017
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How to Refit an Ignition Coil Rail

|Date: January 06, 2017

How to Refit an Ignition Coil Rail

NGK Spark Plugs take us through Opel/GM ignition coil rail removal and installation. NGK’s newly launched ...

NGK Spark Plugs take us through Opel/GM ignition coil rail removal and installation. NGK’s newly launched YouTube channel – www.youtube.com/channel/U CVveRIWmTwxoTWtMQL WDnlQ – includes a series of te ...

January 06, 2017
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Brake Light Switch Fitment Guide

|Date: December 21, 2016

Brake Light Switch Fitment Guide

Switch Fitting Secrets - How to easily fit a brake light switch To help technicians to accurately replace ...

Switch Fitting Secrets - How to easily fit a brake light switch To help technicians to accurately replace a brake light switch, we’ve recently produced a TechAssist bulletin that guides them through t ...

December 21, 2016
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How to Fit a Clutch on a VW Golf

|Date: December 12, 2016

How to Fit a Clutch on a VW Golf

A full clutch replacement guide for a 1.6 petrol VW Golf FSI model; BLF engine code. The Volkswagen Golf ...

A full clutch replacement guide for a 1.6 petrol VW Golf FSI model; BLF engine code. The Volkswagen Golf is a very popular vehicle on the UK’s roads, with many engine and model options available to ch ...

December 12, 2016
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How to fit a rear wheel bearing

|Date: November 28, 2016

How to fit a rear wheel bearing

A rear wheel bearing replacement guide for a Land Rover Freelander TD4.E In this step-by-step tutorial we ...

A rear wheel bearing replacement guide for a Land Rover Freelander TD4.E In this step-by-step tutorial we’re replacing the N/S rear wheel bearing on a 2010 Land Rover Freelander. Land Rover introduced ...

November 28, 2016
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Timing Belt Tutorial – Renault Megane

|Date: November 23, 2016

Timing Belt Tutorial – Renault Megane

Timing belt replacement guide for a Renault Megane II D - Dayco timing belt kit KTBWP5320. The 1.5-litre ...

Timing belt replacement guide for a Renault Megane II D - Dayco timing belt kit KTBWP5320. The 1.5-litre diesel engine used in the Mégane II features a timing belt driven water pump. As replacing the ...

November 23, 2016
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How to Improve Your KTS Diagnostic Capabilities. Part 10: The Maintenance and Equipment Tabs

|Date: November 21, 2016

How to Improve Your KTS Diagnostic Capabilities. Part 10: The Maintenance and Equipment Tabs

KTS Diagnostics Made 'ESI' from Robert Bosch This regular series of technical articles from Bosch focuses ...

KTS Diagnostics Made 'ESI' from Robert Bosch This regular series of technical articles from Bosch focuses on how to get the best out of its ESI[tronic] 2.0 software, which is used in conjunction with ...

November 21, 2016
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How to Replace a Double Clutch on a Renault Scenic III

|Date: October 21, 2016

How to Replace a Double Clutch on a Renault Scenic III

In this article we’re replacing the double clutch assembly on a Renault Scenic III, fitted with Renault’s ...

In this article we’re replacing the double clutch assembly on a Renault Scenic III, fitted with Renault’s Efficient Double Clutch (EDC) gearbox; this is fitted to Renault’s 1.5 dCI engine. Double clut ...

October 21, 2016
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Corroded Nuts Removal Tips

|Date: October 10, 2016

Corroded Nuts Removal Tips

Induction Innovations explain how to safely remove rusted or corroded nuts near a fuel line. Have you eve ...

Induction Innovations explain how to safely remove rusted or corroded nuts near a fuel line. Have you ever been faced with the problem of removing a rusted, corroded nut in an inaccessible space, near ...

October 10, 2016
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