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Carbon fibre
The specialised use of the material in the world of competition, as well as the advance of the technology has resulted in carbon fire being more common in the automotive field.Until a few years ago,...
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Evolution of exhaust systems between 1990 and 2014. Euro standard
Exhaust system technology has evolved continuously as a result of European environmental requirements. The purpose of all of these requirements is to control the levels of polluting gas emissions and...
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Checking power supplies
We are going to do a bit of revision, and what better than an everyday example:A vehicle comes into our workshop that does not start or does so with difficulty.We verify that it does not start, and...
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Fault: Codes B1012 and B1020 on reading the CIM of an Opel Vectra C
The vehicle displays two specific fault codes in the control unit integrated into the steering column:B1012 – Steering wheel angle sensor not calibrated.B1020 – Steering wheel angle sensor. Functioning...
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Fault in the fuel flow control solenoid valve – KIA Engine J3 2.9 CRDi
MAKES AND MODELS AFFECTEDKIA:KIA CARNIVAL / GRAND CARNIVAL III (VQ) 2.9 CRDi (J3) 136 kW (185 CV) ’06-The manufacturing date of the affected vehicles: 03.2006 (start of production) to...
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Engine fault indicator light on
VW POLO 9N / IBIZA 6KIn this post, a fault is considered that causes the engine fault warning light to remain permanently on. The models that can be affected are the following:VW POLO 9N Motor 1.4-1.2...
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Park assist
Park assist systems are designed to help the driver during parking manoeuvres. The most used systems are those with ultrasonic parking sensors or a rear camera. Ultrasonic parking systemThis is based...
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Fault message: "Start of injection timing regulation" - Code 17656 in a VW...
Our incident review department has confirmed the solution to a fault that affects the Volkswagen model - GOLF IV Variant (1J5) with 1.9 TDI engine that records a DTC of origin 17656 which tells us that...
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How does the Valvematic system work?
VALVEMATIC - INTAKE VALVE VARIABLE LIFT CONTROL TECHNOLOGYThe various car manufacturers’ race to develop systems to reduce emissions, consumption and increase performance of their engines has led the...
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The required and correct maintenance of the particulate filter (FAP)
In 2010, the Euro 5 standard came into force that requires car manufacturers to install a Particulate filter (DPF or FAP), among other elements, in the exhaust systems of diesel engines.The purpose of...
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Types of active suspension (l). Hydroactive 3 for Citroën C5
In an ideal suspension system, the position of the wheels would not change with respect to the body. The purpose of the various active suspension systems is to control the stiffness of the damping.In...
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New concepts: new engines
The research carried out in recent years by petrol engine manufacturers has focussed on the battle to lower CO2 emissions (considered a cause of global warming).Compliance with the magic figure of 130...
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P2294 fault codes recorded in the AUDI TT
From our Call Centre, we have been able to confirm the repetition of several faults in the Audi TT, where a code relating to the fuel pressure has been recorded. • 08852 – P2294 – Fuel pressure...
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Tensioning of the parking brake in the BMW 1 Series and 3 Series
In this post, instructions as provided by the brand are given for correctly tensioning the parking brake in the 1 series and 3 series BMW.This process affects the following bodies:1 Series: E81, E82,...
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Volkswagen Group, 1.6 CAYC diesel engine, exhaust gas recirculation system -...
Diesel engine 1.6 CAYCTechnical specifications.• 4 cylinder, 1,598 cm³ turbo-diesel engine developed by the VAG group.• The engine has a double overhead camshaft and 16 valves.• Common rail direct...
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The engine does not start: Immobiliser or key error
Our Department's review of incidents has confirmed a curiosity that affects the whole range of models of Volkswagen fitted with the immobiliser-transponder system. DTCs are recorded with immobiliser...
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Towards sustainable transport
With the arrival of electric vehicles, it was suggested that developments in the sector to leave fossil fuels behind would take this line.The biggest disadvantage is the range which these vehicles have...
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Simos PCR 2.1 high-pressure pump engine management system
Introduction In diesel engines of the VAG group, in the 1.6 CAYC version , this electronic management system for injection of fuel is carried out using a Simos PCR 2.1 Continental Common Rail System....
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Diesel pollution
There have been numerous studies published during the last decade reporting on the high levels of pollution generated by diesel engines and their possible consequences.The public scandal and the...
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Types of active suspension (Il). Pneumatics for the Audi A8
Audi A8 air suspension Air suspension allows the body to be adjusted to different heights in accordance with running requirements, it also helps the suspension and damping to adapt to the road surface...
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