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BMW HVAC

This bulletin applies to 2010 BMW 328i vehicles. The ribbon cable leading to the heating and air conditioning controls at the control unit for the center console control panel (SZM) may be defective.

28.07.2015

Chicago Pneumatic launches new balloon jack range

Chicago Pneumatic has launched a new series of balloon jacks. The high lifting capacity CP882XX is recommended for light vehicle tyre changing applications and auto body shop work. They are available with a short or long handle, with two or three balloons, and in two trolley models to best suit users’ needs.

27.07.2015

Ford Focus bad vibe

Some 2000-2011 Ford Focus vehicles may exhibit excessive engine vibration at idle, most noticeable when the transmission is placed in reverse gear. The condition may be caused by road junk (small stones, ice or snow, etc.) lodged in the rear engine roll restrictor.

23.07.2015

Launch UK to distribute Smoke Wizard leak detector

Launch UK has become the approved lead distributor of Global Leak Detection’s Smoke Wizard, a diagnostic smoke machine used by OEMs such as AMG, Audi, KIA, Mazda, Porsche, Volkswagen, and Jaguar Land Rover. There are two models available in the aftermarket – the GLD-40 and the GLD-50 Smoke Wizards.

22.07.2015

Stop the seepage

Some 2007-2010 Mazda CX-7 and CX-9 4WD vehicles may experience oil seepage from the rear differential oil seal.

15.07.2015

Trouble with Tributes

Some 2010-2011 Mazda Tributes equipped with the 2.5L engine may exhibit DTCs P0016 (crankshaft position – camshaft position correlation – Bank 1 Sensor A), P052A (cold start camshaft position timing over-advanced – Bank 1) and P052B (cold start camshaft position timing over-retarded – Bank 1).

08.07.2015

Ken-Tool announces unique 8-in-1 Wrench

Ken-Tool has unveiled the unique, patented 8-in-1 Wrench, in SAE or Metric versions, designed for the professional mechanic, and the D.I.Y. homeowner or auto enthusiast. Designed by a professional auto technician, this wrench delivers strength, versatility and convenience in a 7-1/2 in. (19 cm), 12 oz. (0.3 kg) slim profile tool.

06.07.2015

Hella LED worklight with compact design and high light output

Compact LED worklights are ideal for installing in tight spaces. However, compared to Xenon models, their light output has always been slightly lower.

03.07.2015

Robinair SAE-Standard ACS Machine

Bosch Automotive Service Solutions says the Robinair AC1234-6 is the only product available that fully meets SAE's requirement for recovering, recycling and recharging vehicle A/C systems that use the new R1234YF refrigerant.