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- AC Diagnostics - measuring pressures
Sep 17
- Nissens (27)
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...AC Diagnostics - measuring pressures The working pressures diagnostics method, is an easy and cost effective way to troubleshoot major problems within the AC system. The temperature and pressure variations taking place inside the loop and within an AC cycle, are crucial for the refrige...
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- Ford Smart Charge alternator problems
Sep 17
- Autobiz (394)
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...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...
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- Tech Bits with Steve Rothwell Oct 2017
Sep 17
- febi (179)
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...BMW 325 - Failed Heater Blower One of the regular problems, across a whole range of vehicles, is the failure of the heater blower motor. Very often the rheostat will fail, leaving the fan operating at only one speed: Fast! When this happens, it is still possible to at least demist the s...
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- Tech Bits with Steve Rothwell Nov 2017
Oct 17
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...Tech Bits with Steve Rothwell Nov 2017 Kubistar - Trapped Starter Motor There was a Nissan badge on this van, and it proudly displays the name Nissan Kubistar, but to all intense and purpose this vehicle is a Renault Kangoo van. The van was in because the starter motor had failed. Just...
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- AC Diagnostics - Component temperatures
Oct 17
- Nissens (27)
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...Operation of the air-conditioning system depends on a change of the refrigerant’s state that happens in the course of pressure and temperature variations inside the AC loop. Temperature-based diagnostics of components is considered as one of the basic methods to troubleshoot the system...
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- LuK Clutch Academy Ford Focus 1.8 TDCi
Oct 17
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...LuK Clutch Academy - Ford Focus 1.8 TDCi The Ford Focus is a popular car, so clutch replacement is a frequent undertaking. To ensure a quality repair inside the scheduled time of four and three-quarter hours, requires strict adherence to the correct procedure. Scheaffler's Malcolm Short...
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- Ford Galaxy 1.6 AUY Engine Timing Belt Guide
Oct 17
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...Tech T ip s\b8 N ovem \be\f 2 017 A U TO BIZSee th\fs and 1,000s more Te\bh T\fps on Te\bhT\fps.\fe When the timing belt is changed, thetensioner pulley, the idler pulley, andthe water pump should be replaced as well. \bnthe event that the water pump subsequentlyfails, the ent...
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- Starter problems caused by ignition switches
Dec 17
- Autobiz (394)
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...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...
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- Timing belt clinic 2005 Kia Picanto 1.1 Petrol
Dec 17
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...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....
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- Tech Bits with Steve Rothwell December 2017
Dec 17
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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...
