Corteco supplies an activated carbon upgrade to the standard issue cabin filter, which is usually located inside the vehicle on the passenger side
CAT
Articles by CAT (3255)
Inside Line: Contitech
Checking Wear
Multiple V-ribbed belt wear - as a result of the effects of heat, deposits and operationally induced abrasion in the ancilla
Inside Line: Comline
As with many applications, this vehicle is prone to brake squeal.
Inside Line: Comma
Engine Oil
- Ford generally favour a product like Comma Xtech 5W30 for most of their applications however there are some exceptions,
Inside Line: CES
Fiesta 1.25L up to 2008 Petrol - Engine Management Issue
There is a common fault with the throttle position sensor contacts failing.
Inside Line: Castrol
The updated 2008 Ford Fiesta continued using many of the tried and tested engines found in the previous generation of the vehicle, with a popular r
IGA to launch diagnostic training
After the success of its hybrid training, the Independent Garage Association (IGA) is preparing to roll out onsite diagnostic training later this year.
This new scheme will involve IGA staff visiting member garages and to train technicians to make the best use of their equipment in ‘real world’ diagnostic situations on customer’s cars.
KWIK FIT AND THE PARTS ALLIANCE £20M BRAKING DEAL
The Parts Alliance is to continue supplying all braking products to the UK-wide Kwik Fit network in a new £20 million deal.
Under the new two-year deal, The Parts Alliance will supply to more than 800 locations nationwide across all of the Kwik Fit Group.
Pearl Automotive expanding into Abingdon
Pearl Automotive is moving a large part of its operation from Benfleet, Essex to a new state-of-the-art facility in Abingdon, Oxfordshire.
The move from the current 30,000 sq ft unit is being made as Pearl says it has outgrown its current base. The move will allow it to better cater for increasing demand, private label and quick delivery.