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...In this second part of the series, the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) continues looking at the combustion process, stoichiometry and emissions in petrol and diesel engines, concentrating on diesel exhaust g as recirculation (EGR), and the differences between them. The first thing th...

...Combustion and EGR Part 3 In the last part of this EGR series, the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) continues looking at the combustion process and exhaust gas recirculation (EGR), along with possible faults. There are four methods of EGR feedback that are used to monitor and contr...

...Starter problems caused by ignition switches A faulty ignition switch can cause a starter to fail. Rotating electrics specialist Rhino Automotive gives details of a few things to look out for to prevent a replacement starter from falling victim to the same fault that damaged the first sta...

...CV Joint Basics Constant Velocity (CV) joints are essential components of the drivetrain. They transmit tremendous torque from the differential to the wheels, while allowing steering movements and spring deflection. Erwin den Hoed, an independent journalist for Dutch automotive magazine,...

...Timing belt clinic 2005 Kia Picanto 1.1 Petrol The Picanto, a popular 'city car', was first launched in 2004 by the South Korean manufacturer and is now on its third generation. In this Timing Belt Clinic, Schaeffler RepXpert's Malcolm Short explains the steps needed to complete this job....

...Assembly camshaft damaged by timing belt failure Some camshafts are expanded with internal pressure to jam lobes into position Some camshafts are assembled from individual parts, instead of being machined as one piece A recent call at the Helpline was from a new member for assista...

...CV Joint Inspection Recognising that a CV boot is worn and needs to be replaced is easy, but what about the CV joint? GKN gives some tips on when a CV joint is still fit for service, if it needs to be replaced and also provides some general guidelines to follow when replacing CV Joints an...

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...Tech Bits With Steve Rothwell - Sponsored by feb Volkswagen Beetle - overheating cause Like many vehicles now, this 2001 VW Beetle lacks the addition of a coolant temperature gauge on the dash pod. This, to my way of thinking, would be a better inclusion than the rev counter that is o...

...Daewoo 1.4 and 1.6 Water Pump and Timing Belt Tightening Dayco discusses the importance of replacing the water pump along with timing belts and details the proper belt tensioning procedures for some Daewoo models. In its lifetime, the average OE water pump will circulate literally million...

...Front suspension arm replacement on Discovery & Range Rover When replacing the front lower suspension arms on Land Rover Discovery III/IV or Range Rover Sport, it is not uncommon for the job to throw in a curve ball. First Line gives some advice on the best way to deal with problems that...



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