Technical portal

Valeo introduces web-based Techassist tool

Valeo Service UK has launched Techassist, a web based tool offering customers both a technical database to assist with Valeo products and a learning platform featuring a forum of useful information.

15.08.2016

Tyresure launches VT36 diagnostic tool

Tyresure Limited has added the brand new VT36, an affordable starter TPMS diagnostic tool, to its range. According to the company, the VT36’s low price makes the tool accessible to small and medium size tyre shops and garages entering into the fast growing TPMS market for the first time. Designed for tough tyre shop and garage environments, it is pitched as “ideal TPMS diagnostic starter tool”.

11.08.2016

Leaky Internal DEF

Some 2011 Ford F-Super Duty trucks equipped with the 6.7L diesel engine and built on or before 8-3-2011 may exhibit a MIL on with DTCs P20E8 and P202D. These codes are set by a small diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) leak internal; to the reductant pump assembly.

11.08.2016

Perplexing Passat

This bulletin applies to 2007 Volkswagen Passat Wagon models. After installing a new parking brake switch, the electronic parking brake (EPB) may not respond, with a warning light on.

09.08.2016

TVD bolts should be renewed says Gates

Installing incorrect Torsional Vibration Damper bolts or re-using the bolts from a previous installation are practices that have been identified as major causes of premature TVD failure.

04.08.2016

Faster drying with the Standox VOC Pro Filler Accelerator

Standox has launched new VOC Pro Filler Accelerator U7535, which it says makes application of Standox VOC Pro Filler U7530 even more efficient as it enables even faster drying at ambient temperatures and helps bodyshops save time and energy when preparing vehicles for repair.

03.08.2016

How to prevent water pump failure?

The majority of water pump failures are caused by some other factor than a bad-quality water pump. It’s easy to blame the pump. But, it takes a good technician to identify the root cause and correct the situation before another water pump fails. A faulty mechanical seal caused by bad installation practices is the most common cause of premature water pump failure.

01.08.2016

Bummer Bimmer

This bulletin applies to 2009 BMW 128i models produced from June 2006 to 2009. After replacing the CAS (car access system), the vehicle has a no-crank condition. The likely cause: The CAS “Line Mode” is still active.

28.07.2016

RAC’s Nebula Systems to launch MECH5 diagnostics platform in September

Following its acquisition by the RAC, Nebula Systems is preparing to launch commercially its MECH5 diagnostics platform for independent garages. The platform will initially offer the functionality of Superscan 3 on a pay-as-you-go basis. With the help of the RAC investment, Nebula says it will use the flexibility of scalable cloud-based IT infrastructure to develop MECH5 rapidly.

28.07.2016

Toyota Grind

Some 2008-2010 Toyota Sequoia and 2007-2010 Tundra vehicles may exhibit a grinding noise from the front of the vehicle while in 4WD. An updated differential support bolt is available to address this concern.