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Brakesafe brake tester perfect for commercial vehicle applications

The Brakesafe portable brake tester with printer, which is perfect for commercial vehicle applications, has gone down a treat since its introduction to the Irish market, by Techplus last year.

14.03.2016

AAE’s Power Steering Tester Diagnoses Component Failures Before Removal

Atlantic Automotive Engineering’s (AAE) new pressureTech hydraulic power steering tester enables automotive technicians to diagnose power steering system component failures prior to removal from the vehicle.

07.03.2016

Valeo unveils top column fitting video tutorials

In order to support technicians Valeo has launched a series of new videos on YouTube, demonstrating in a step-by-step guide how to fit its Top Column Module range.

29.02.2016

New Valvoline Brand Fuel System Service Treats GDI Engines

Ashland Inc. has added EasyGDI Fuel System Service for treating and restoring gasoline direct-injection fuel systems to the Valvoline Professional Series of products.

23.02.2016

Power Pack: Clutches Need Attention

Clutches are the workhorse of the modern car. Located between the engine and transmission, the clutch is under ever increasing strain caused by more power and higher torques and weight. The ongoing trend, in particular, toward high-torque diesel vehicles, is placing more and more demands on clutches.

19.02.2016

Aperture Wrench Can Fit Any Sized Nut

The perfect tool has long been the search of many engineers and designers. Jon Steranka, an inventor from Seattle Washington has designed what he believes is the last wrench you will ever need to purchase.

16.02.2016

Chicago Pneumatic ratchets up the value

Chicago Pneumatic has launched a new series of compact and ergonomic ratchets for the vehicle service industry that delivers exceptional power, durability and user comfort in a large variety of workshop applications.

12.02.2016

Blue Print Timing Chain replacement video

Blue Print has made a further addition to its online YouTube video channel, Blue Print TV. The latest video covers the important topic of timing chain replacement.

11.02.2016

Audi TPMS Glitch

This bulletin applies to 2010 Audi Q5, A4, A5 and A5 Cabriolet models. A 44 display in the dash “TPMS Tire pressure system malfunction” may appear. DTC 03543 will likely be stored (low availability) in the ABS/ESP address word 03 (J104).