...Ford C-Max 1.6TDCi Timing belt installation Guide The 1.6-litre TDCi diesel engine used in the Ford C-MAX, as well as several Citroën, Mini, Peugeot and Volvo models, features a timing belt driven water pump. As replacing the belt also requires the auxiliary drive system to be removed,...
...Ford Focus - exhaust fixing missing Sometimes jumping to conclusions can blind you to the true nature of the problem. This was certainly the case with this 2006 Ford Focus. The owner was capable of carrying out a few repairs, and when he had heard his exhaust knocking around under the m...
...Replacing front bearings on a Opel Meriva 1.4 The Opel Meriva is a popular, compact MPV. The generation 1 went on sale in May 2003 and continued until 2010, when the Meriva generation 2 was launched. In this article we are replacing the left front wheel bearing on a generation 1 Meriva,...
...Eure!Car Tech Blog highlights April 2017 The Eure!Tech Blog covers a number of problems that mechanics are facing on a daily basis. The Blog can be read at www.euretechblog.ie and is updated on a regular basis. Here are just a few of the problems and solutions posted recently. Peugeo...
...Fundamental scope tests part 3 An oscilloscope is a versatile tool that can be used in a variety of ways. PicoScope has details on some of these diagnostic tests, where a scope can be used to help you in everyday tasks. Mass Air Flow Sensor (MAF) Test Used to check the operation of...
...Ford Focus Blower - High Speed Only The resistor pack is fitted into the heater housing just above the passenger footwell Some owners will bring their motor in at the first hint of a problem. Others, like the owner of this 2003 Ford Focus, will happily drive around putting up with a few...
...Scope testing compression and valve problems An oscilloscope is a versatile tool that can be used in a variety of ways. PicoScope has details on some of these diagnostic tests, where a scope can be used to help you in everyday tasks. An oscilloscope is a versatile tool that can be...
...VAG brake light switch fault The switches for the VAG Group brake lights are very delicate and much care should be taken when replacing them. In this specific case, we are going to talk about repeated incidents relating to the brake light switch and in passing, we will explain how to ad...
...LuK Clutch Academy Corsa 1.2P (Z12XEP) The Opel Corsa, launched in 1993 (also known as the Corsa B), is still proving to be a familiar sight on today's roads. Available with five different engine variations and a range of trim options, this LuK Clutch Academy pertains to a 2007 model w...
...Timing belt guide 2008 Beetle 1.9 TDi INA describes steps needed to replace the timing belt and water pump on a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle 1.9 TDI (BSW engine). Volkswagen released the new Beetle in 1997. Based on a Golf platform, there are two body styles, coupe and convertible. This...