Professional Motor Mechanic

MOT Q&A – Assessing tyre cuts and brake light legality

|Date: April 06, 2014

MOT Q&A – Assessing tyre cuts and brake light legality

Q. Is there a way that I can accurately assess cuts in tyres? A. The criteria for assessing cuts in tyres ...

Q. Is there a way that I can accurately assess cuts in tyres? A. The criteria for assessing cuts in tyres at MOT test time can be confusing, however the following process should enable you to always a ...

April 06, 2014
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Toyota Avensis D4D front wheel bearing replacement

|Date: February 10, 2014

Toyota Avensis D4D front wheel bearing replacement

The Toyota Avensis 2.0 D4D is a large family car. Introduced to the market in 1997, it has seen three gen ...

The Toyota Avensis 2.0 D4D is a large family car. Introduced to the market in 1997, it has seen three generations of build, with the last being introduced from 2009 to the present day. In this article ...

February 10, 2014
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Boost profits from alignment servicing in seven steps

|Date: January 02, 2014

Boost profits from alignment servicing in seven steps

For workshops looking for additional revenue opportunities, wheel alignment is a proven service. Not only ...

For workshops looking for additional revenue opportunities, wheel alignment is a proven service. Not only is it one of the highest margin services workshops can offer, but, if used correctly in a high ...

January 02, 2014
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Wheel bearings – how to correctly mount an HBU (hub bearing unit)

|Date: August 09, 2013

Wheel bearings – how to correctly mount an HBU (hub bearing unit)

Many vehicles nowadays incorporate a‘HBU1’ design wheel bearing; however, when this needs replacing some ...

Many vehicles nowadays incorporate a‘HBU1’ design wheel bearing; however, when this needs replacing some technicians still make a crucial error during the mounting process. When installing the new bea ...

August 09, 2013
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Sidewall tyre markings explained

|Date: February 12, 2013

Sidewall tyre markings explained

Load and speed ratings The load index: A numerical code that corresponds to the maximum weight a tyre can ...

Load and speed ratings The load index: A numerical code that corresponds to the maximum weight a tyre can support. The speed rating: A code that corresponds to the tyre’s maximum speed. Locate the num ...

February 12, 2013
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Active Sensor Bearings – fiiting advice

|Date: February 06, 2013

Active Sensor Bearings – fiiting advice

The ASB wheel bearing has a magneticencoder fitted within the seal which, inconjunction with the ABS sens ...

The ASB wheel bearing has a magneticencoder fitted within the seal which, inconjunction with the ABS sensor, measuresthe speed of each wheel independently. This information is then used by the ECU for ...

February 06, 2013
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Front wheel bearing removal – Various models

|Date: November 25, 2012

Front wheel bearing removal – Various models

TASK: Removal/fitting of front wheel bearing (XMGB 40899R01) MAKES/MODELS: Audi A2; Seat Cordoba, Ibiza; ...

TASK: Removal/fitting of front wheel bearing (XMGB 40899R01) MAKES/MODELS: Audi A2; Seat Cordoba, Ibiza; Skoda Fabia, Roomster, VW Fox, Polo REMOVAL ...

November 25, 2012
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TPMS – how to perform a sensor check

|Date: September 25, 2012

TPMS – how to perform a sensor check

The automotive diagnostic world has grown rapidly over the past 10 years and advances in technology have ...

The automotive diagnostic world has grown rapidly over the past 10 years and advances in technology have allowed the introduction of new systems to improve vehicle performance, emissions and safety. O ...

September 25, 2012
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Wheel bearing replacement – Skoda Fabia

|Date: August 15, 2012

Wheel bearing replacement – Skoda Fabia

The Skoda Fabia was introduced in 1999 and was built until it was face-lifted in 2007. During this time t ...

The Skoda Fabia was introduced in 1999 and was built until it was face-lifted in 2007. During this time the Fabia forged itself a reputation for high reliability and quality. The MK1 has sold over 170 ...

August 15, 2012
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Fitting an ASB wheel bearing – best practice

|Date: June 26, 2012

Fitting an ASB wheel bearing – best practice

The ASB wheel bearing has a magnetic encoder fitted within the seal which in conjunction with the ABS sen ...

The ASB wheel bearing has a magnetic encoder fitted within the seal which in conjunction with the ABS sensor measures the speed of each wheel independently. This information is used by the ECU for the ...

June 26, 2012
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HBU 2.1 wheel bearing – functionality and replacement

|Date: June 26, 2012

HBU 2.1 wheel bearing – functionality and replacement

Component: HBU 2.1 wheel bearingApplications: Volvo C30, C70 II, S40 II, V50 (front wheel) ...

Component: HBU 2.1 wheel bearingApplications: Volvo C30, C70 II, S40 II, V50 (front wheel) ...

June 26, 2012
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Front wheel bearing replacement – Mazda 3

|Date: June 26, 2012

Front wheel bearing replacement – Mazda 3

The Mazda 3 was introduced in 2003 to replace the aging 323. Over the years it has forged itself a reputa ...

The Mazda 3 was introduced in 2003 to replace the aging 323. Over the years it has forged itself a reputation for high reliability and quality and has now sold over 77,000 models in the UK. Now, as th ...

June 26, 2012
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Front wheel bearing replacement – Toyota Corolla

|Date: June 26, 2012

Front wheel bearing replacement – Toyota Corolla

First introduced back in 1966 the Toyota Corolla has been with us for a massive 60 years, and incredibly, ...

First introduced back in 1966 the Toyota Corolla has been with us for a massive 60 years, and incredibly, according to Toyota, one Corolla is sold on average every 40 seconds worldwide! The Corolla ha ...

June 26, 2012
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Wheel alignment – best practice

|Date: June 25, 2012

Wheel alignment – best practice

Wheel alignment is an essential element of making repairs to steering and suspension systems and can also ...

Wheel alignment is an essential element of making repairs to steering and suspension systems and can also prove to be a highly profitable source of income for workshops. The key stages listed here are ...

June 25, 2012
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MOT Q&A – Assessing tyre cuts and brake light legality

MOT Q&A – Assessing tyre cuts and brake light legality

Toyota Avensis D4D front wheel bearing replacement

Toyota Avensis D4D front wheel bearing replacement

Boost profits from alignment servicing in seven steps

Boost profits from alignment servicing in seven steps

Wheel bearings – how to correctly mount an HBU (hub bearing unit)

Wheel bearings – how to correctly mount an HBU (hub bearing unit)

Sidewall tyre markings explained

Sidewall tyre markings explained

Active Sensor Bearings – fiiting advice

Active Sensor Bearings – fiiting advice

Front wheel bearing removal – Various models

Front wheel bearing removal – Various models

TPMS – how to perform a sensor check

TPMS – how to perform a sensor check

Wheel bearing replacement – Skoda Fabia

Wheel bearing replacement – Skoda Fabia

Fitting an ASB wheel bearing – best practice

Fitting an ASB wheel bearing – best practice

HBU 2.1 wheel bearing – functionality and replacement

HBU 2.1 wheel bearing – functionality and replacement

Front wheel bearing replacement – Mazda 3

Front wheel bearing replacement – Mazda 3

Front wheel bearing replacement – Toyota Corolla

Front wheel bearing replacement – Toyota Corolla

Wheel alignment – best practice

Wheel alignment – best practice