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...Wheel Speed Sensors Wheel speed sensors are the eyes and ears of the systems that control ABS and ESP. Joe Clarke, of the Dublin Institute of Technology, explains how to diagnose a problem caused by a fault in the wheel speed sensor’s input to the ECU. In the last decade, active v...

...Tales from the Helpline A Non-Starting but Cranking Honda with Programmed Fuel Injection - PGMFi 56 October/November 2020 AUTOBIZ See this and 1,000s more Tech Tips on TechTips.ieIn the early 80's, Honda developed a digital port fuel injection system that incorporated an ign...

...Hot brake judder Whenever you bring two surfaces into contact, and at least one of them is moving at high speed, the result will be friction. This friction creates heat, which is transmitted to other parts of a car's braking system. Brake discs are usually made of cast iron, and when they...

...Removing seized nuts near fuel lines When faced with the problem of removing a rusted, frozen nut or bolt in an inaccessible space, near a fuel line, the traditional approach of using an Oxy-Acetylene torch is not recommended. Using a torch in a confined space vastly increases the con...

...Cheap but not cheerful - Inferior electronics causing problems When a poorly performing Audi A4 was brought to MKW Motors recently, all of the diagnostic tests showed good values. On closer examination, it could be seen that although signal voltages were within spec, they were too slow...

...Troubleshooting Brake Pads A thorough inspection of brake pads is very important to their proper operation and should be included with every brake service. In this Tech Tip, Juratek identifies common problems that may be encountered during brake servicing and the proper remedy. Taper...

...Ford Smart Charge alternator problems There are a few things that a mechanic should know when diagnosing and testing Ford Smart Charge alternators. Rotating electrics specialist Rhino Automotive details a few things to look for when dealing with this slightly different charging system...

...A Pumpe Duese Problem on a Discovery II Extensive wear on the cam lobe caused the engine misfire A recent call to the Helpline concerned a misfire issue on a Land Rover Discovery II fitted, with a TD5 engine. The initial scan revealed a misfire code for cylinder 5, and the misfire was...

...Understanding AC components is critical to success Protecting a new compressor from the debris of the failed one A recent helpline call was about an issue with a poor performing air conditioning system on a Nissan Note. The technician had performed a basic refrigerant service, but the sy...

...Faulty wipers on a Hyundai Ioniq Tim Stock, Autobiz Helpline A recent call to the Autobiz Helpline, was for non-operational front wipers on a Hyundai Ioniq. A previous workshop had spent considerable time and numerous parts chasing this problem, without any solution. The mistake is...



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