Autobutler says clutch replacement jobs are in-demand
Replacing a clutch on a vehicle is the most in-demand job for garages, earning them on average £402 per repair, according to Autobutler.co.uk
June 2014
ECP goes for platinum with new lighting range
Euro Car Parts launched a new range of automotive lighting to the aftermarket. The Platinum Plus product line was unveiled for the first time at Thatcham’s Repair Focus event, at The ABP Club on June 12
Inside Line: Moog
Higher mileage vehicles often show signs of wear on suspension parts, though the process is gradual and sometimes goes unnoticed by the driver. Many kits are available for complex multi-link systems, though not for the […]
Inside Line: ZF
Replacing the ZF Servolectric steering rack on the Volkswagen Golf The ZF Servolectric Generation II steering rack installed as original equipment (OE) in the pre-2009 VW Golf has been discontinued, but the current Generation III […]
Inside Line: Corteco
CAT Inside Line VW 2.0-litre TDI Corteco has identified several issues with the VW 2.0-litre TDI model range. These include the sump plug in the engine block and the cam seal and crank seals in […]
Inside Line: Manbat
Introduced in 2008, the ‘BlueMotion’ version of VW’s ultra successful Golf incorporates the company’s Start-Stop system. As these vehicles begin to drop out of the franchised dealer network and enter the independent sector, workshops, and […]
Inside Line: First Line
First Line It is relatively common for the rear bushes on the front wishbones on several Golf models to become weak, which can lead to a change in the caster angle and can result in […]
Inside Line: Meyle
Sven Nielsen, Technical Director from MEYLE, says the following difficulties may arise with the VW Golf: Damaged shock absorbers Problem: Many car drivers lack awareness of the vital role shock absorbers play for overall car […]
Inside Line: TecRMI
Loss in power and engine warning light is on VW Golf VI 1.2 TSI Reference number(s): 24V9 This measure is part of a multiple service action. The service action has been correspondingly marked. Fault symptoms: […]
Inside Line: Gates
Two common issues with the VW 2.0-litre TDI Pumpe Duse engine relate to the tensioner on the timing belt or Synchronous Drive Belt System (SBDS). Unlike the latest engines, the Pumpe Duse engine is not […]
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