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Body

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The structure of a vehicle is referred to as its body. It is intended to accommodate and protect the vehicle occupants and any cargo. combustor,hybrid,electric Function Safety Protection of the environmentThe body must satisfy numerous requirements. Firstly, it is the main design element of any given car. Secondly, it must satisfy various technical requirements. As a result, the body defines the space which is available for installing vehicle systems and components. Furthermore,…

Minimising the effects of hay fever

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Hay fever is a real challenge for as many as one in five drivers as the annual cycle kicks in. Adding to the misery is the fact that not only does the period of time that the level of pollen is high seem to have lengthened in recent years. Minimising the effects of hay fever The difficulties Can you take medicine? Other practical measures The difficulties Hay fever is a real challenge for as many as one in five drivers as the annual cycle kicks in. Adding to the misery is the…

Monroe

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Company Info As a world-renowned brand, Monroe is the first point of contact for many generations of OE manufacturers, automotive repair shops and vehicle owners when it comes to suspension systems. Through innovative products and high reliability, Monroe is recognized as a supplier of top-of-the-line products for cars, light trucks, buses, trucks and many other vehicles. In 1916, the company was founded by August F. Meyer, a young mechanic with 2 acres of land, $500 in start-up…

Spring strut support bearings

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Spring strut support bearings (also known as tower bearings) are part of the spring damping system, acting as the interface between spring strut and car body. As an important construction element of... combustor,hybrid,electric Environmental protection Function Depreciation SafetyReplacing worn spring strut support bearings ensures more precise and softer steering, as forces are reduced. Even vibration on poor road surfaces is reduced by up to 25%. Furthermore, both the steering…

Schaeffler_EN

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Rear-axle steering, eAxle, Gearbox in electric cars, Gearbox in a hybrid vehicle, Flywheel, Differential, Power electronics, Overrunning alternator pulley, Independent suspension, Independent suspension, Independent suspension, Overrunning belt pulleys, Actuators, Timing drive, Tensioning pulleys and deflection rollers, Belt drive components, Dual-mass flywheel, Toothed belt, Clutch, Wheel bearings

Problems with poor starting, rough running, or high fuel consumption? – It could be the spark plugs!

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What does a spark plug do? Why do spark plugs lose performance and need replacement? Additional factors Proactive action Although there can be many symptoms to these problems, collectively, with a petrol engine car, they could point to the condition, or suitability, of the spark plugs. What does a spark plug do? Why do spark plugs lose performance and need replacement? Additional factors Proactive action Put in its simplest form, the purpose of a spark plug is to provide the…

How do I get the best from my aircon?

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First of all you need to know what kind of air conditioning your vehicle has because to some extent, how you use it depends on the type of aircon fitted. How do I get the best from my aircon? • Park in the shade • Start gently • Use it regularly • Shut it down before stopping First of all you need to know what kind of air conditioning your vehicle has – regulated manually or fully automatic – because to some extent, how you use it depends on the type of aircon fitted. However,…

Exhaust turbocharger

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The exhaust turbocharger compresses the air supplied to the engine. Compared with naturally aspirated engines, cylinder filling is much better. Engine performance is increased whilst at the same... combustor,hybrid Function Environmental protection Depreciation The exhaust turbocharger compresses the air supplied to the engine . Compared with naturally aspirated engines, cylinder filling is much better. Engine performance is increased whilst at the same time consumption is…

Summer tyres

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Summer tyres are car tyres designed especially for use in warmer weather. combustor,hybrid,electric Function Safety Value retention Protection of the environment Essentially, car tyres can be divided into summer tyres, winter tyres and all-weather tyres depending on their main application. Summer tyres are made of a special rubber compound that provides excellent traction and handling characteristics on dry and wet roads in warmer weather. Summer tyres also have a lower rolling…

Window lifters

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Most modern vehicles feature electric window lifters (power windows) alongside manual lifters. Electric window lifters are controlled using buttons in door trim panels. For central control, there is usually... combustor,hybrid,electric Depreciation Function Safety Window lifters in new vehicles are reliable products. Should a fault occur, it usually affects the mechanics, which can be replaced separately from the engine. Most modern vehicles feature electric window lifters…