Tire pressure measurement
On November 1, it will be eight years since the European Union’s ECE R 64 regulation came into force, and all passenger cars manufactured after that date had to be...
Technics
Alternator and Starter in hybrid vehicles
Cars with hybrid drives were introduced already at the beginning of the 20th century. These were experimental units but nevertheless were able to prove that the automotive industry could expect...
Problem with the air flap in Opel Zafira
In the case of Opel Zafira B (2005-2009) equipped with air conditioning, damage to the drive between the circulating air flap shaft and the flap causes malfunctions. This problem can...
Failure of the old type of automatic transmission – repair or change to a modern automatic transmission?
The design of automatic transmissions of many cult and popular cars dates back to the 90s, and often even the 80s of the previous century. This applies to both road...
What to tell the customer about the failure of the Dual Mass Flywheels (DMF)?
The DMF is one of the most deteriorating elements of the diesel drive system. Very often customers come to the workshop blaming the part manufacturer or the mechanical plant. Meanwhile,...
VW Sharan: Check engine light coming on
In case of VW Sharan 7M6 / 7M9 powered by the 1.9 TDI AUY engine, drivers report a drop in power during the acceleration phase and the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)...
How to check the correct operation of the starter without removing it from the car?
Modern cars are becoming more and more comfortable and reliable. Analog gauges, buttons, and knobs are becoming obsolete in favor of, among others, touch screens. It is increasingly less common...
The past and future of brake systems
We rarely deal more closely with the brakes of our own vehicles. The interventions are mostly limited to replacing the pads and discs, lot of people do not even observe...
The ACEA 2022 heavy duty engine oil specification revision has arrived
Relevant documentation to service providers was shared by Lubricant Specification Review Chair Mike Bewsey, who updated workshops on the 2022 review. Earlier this year, the European Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA)...
Why is a heat pump air conditioner better than a traditional compressor?
The previously dominant compressor-based cooling system found its opponent in heat pump solutions. Since its drive consumes useful power, the heating and cooling of electric vehicles has a significant impact...
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Oil and Filter Change in Haldex Clutch Using Audi TT as an Example [VIDEO]
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Clarios Invests in Altris. Development of Low-Voltage Sodium-Ion Batteries for Vehicles.
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Well-Known Manufacturer’s Oils Will Now Be Sold in Recycled Bottles
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Steinhof Follows Trends. Tow Bars for Chinese BAIC Cars Now Available.
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These Companies Have Signed an Agreement. It Concerns Tire Recycling.
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Oil and Filter Change in Haldex Clutch Using Audi TT as an Example [VIDEO]
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Clarios Invests in Altris. Development of Low-Voltage Sodium-Ion Batteries for Vehicles.
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Well-Known Manufacturer’s Oils Will Now Be Sold in Recycled Bottles
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Steinhof Follows Trends. Tow Bars for Chinese BAIC Cars Now Available.
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These Companies Have Signed an Agreement. It Concerns Tire Recycling.