Product PULSE 07 Apr-Jun 2023

01 FEBRUARY 2022 07 APRIL - J NE 3 Helping you keep your finger on the pulse of all the

latest news and trends.

NEW BOSCH AEROTWIN J.E.T BLADE

SEE PAGE 5

SEE PAGE 17

NOT ALL OILS ARE EQUAL

SEE PAGE 15

MARKET LEADING PRICES SEE PAGE 6

Shock Absorbers

Coil Springs

Don’t forget to enter our competition! SEE PAGE 20

Wheel Bearings

Linkages

INTERNAL USE ONLY

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Welcome to Product Pulse issue 07 Spring has sprung and we’re bringing you the latest product news, tips and tricks and highlights for April-June 2023.

Something you want to see included? Contact marketing@eurocarparts.com

WE CARE ABOUT RELIABILITY THE EXPERIENCES ARE YOURS

NEW TO RANGE

RETAIL ONLY KEY FOCUS

How can customers purchase Audura products? ■ Online – via ECP.com with delivery direct to your door (delivery charges may apply) ■ Online – via ECP.com

What is Audura? ■ A new, specific

Why should customers buy Audura? ■ Price – entry level retail brand, without compromising on quality or safety ■ Warranty - 2yr or 24,000 miles on brakes, in line with the manufacturers service interval on filters ■ All products are manufactured using the highest quality materials and manufactured in ISO-certified factories ■ German founded Audura is a brand of the Emotive group, one of the biggest suppliers of car parts in Europe and trusted by more than 100,000 workshops around the globe ■ All Audura products are compatible and will not invalidate your vehicle manufacturers warranty ■ All Audura products are safe, reliable and fully compliant with R90 certification.

“Retail Only” brand ■ A brand provided and supported by Emotive, one of the leading European suppliers of car parts for the automotive aftermarket ■ The fundamental core

with pick up available from your local branch

of the Audura brand – “made by pro’s, used by you”.

■ In Branch – held in stock in RFC’s and selected branches.

WHAT IS TPMS? Tyre Pressure Monitoring Sensor (TPMS) is a system to monitor tyre pressure inside tyres. TPMS was introduced into European mass production during a phase-in period between 2012-2014. A TPMS sensor (OE) has a designed life of about 7 years or 100,000 km (60,000 miles). There are currently two types of TPMS systems: 1) Direct TPMS

Product group: AT994950

2) Indirect TPMS This system uses the ABS sensor to approximate the tyre pressure and alert the consumer.

This system is made up of a sensor mounted inside the tyre transmitting data to the vehicle and showing warnings to the consumer.

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Quality without compromise

GOOD TO KNOW

Covering nearly every popular make and model, and with a warranty without compromise. Eicher offers a wide range of brake pads and discs that you and your customers can completely depend on.

■ Industry leading braking warranty, offer to your customers with confidence ■ None of our competitors offer this level of warranty.

97% Market coverage

ECE R90 Approved

AFTER MARKET

NEW TO RANGE

Product group: 101, 104

Front Brake Pads Cupra Formentor (20-) 101444349

Front Brake Pads Audi Q5 Sportback (20-) 101444349

Rear Brake Pads BMW i4 (21-) 101825009

Front Brake Discs 350mm (V) Jaguar XE/XF Hybrid (20-) 104630199

Front Brake Discs 330mm (V) BMW X1 x-Drive Hybrid (22-) 104118279

* Our braking warranty is no quibble. It does not include off road use (4x4 days, track days). It does not cover alterations of the manufacturers specifications.

Product group: 111

NEW TO RANGE

OPTIMAL BRAKE DUST SHIELDS

We are excited to announce the launch of a new product range – Optimal brake dust shields. We have over 200 parts now in stock, covering popular applications such as BMW, Volkswagen, Audi, Mercedes, Land Rover, etc. Let your customers know they no longer need to go to the vehicle manufacturer for these parts – we offer a great value solution.

GOOD TO KNOW

Loose or damaged brake dust shields is an instant MOT/NCT fail.

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OEM for you, Quality as Standard

THE ULTIMATE TRANSIT TEST Last year, we went up against two of our main competitors in a series of tests to measure the performance of our transit brake pads. The industry standard tests monitored performance across multiple characteristics. All possible scenarios were considered – different road types, speeds, temperatures and durations. On average, Pagid brake pads will last 3,000 miles longer than other leading UK brands. RESULTS Across the high mileage test, only a third of the brake pad was worn after the test – meaning quality products are guaranteed, and our extensive warranty provides peace of mind.

GOOD TO KNOW

We’re so confident in our Pagid product quality that you get 25 months, 25,000 miles warranty. Not only that, we also cover manufacturer defects and more importantly “Wear & Tear” as standard!

1/3

OE Manufacturer

99% Market coverage

ECE R90 Approved

One million more vehicles coverage

A range of OE identical products in a box

NEW TO RANGE

Product group: 101, 104

Pagid pads last 3,000 miles longer

Rear Brake Pads Audi E-TRON (20-) 101442378

Rear Brake Pads Hyundai Tucson (20-) 101850988

Rear Brake Discs 238mm (S) Honda Jazz Hybrid (20-) 104602798

Rear Brake Discs 273mm (S) Toyota Yaris Hybrid (20-) 104824978

NEW TO RANGE

PAGID DOT 5.1 ELECTRIC HYBRID BRAKE FLUID (OSS186) Pagid have a new and enhanced fluid suitable specifically for the needs of the electric and hybrid market.

■ Has a high dry boiling point. (Typical 274°C) ■ Has a high wet boiling point. (Typical 184°C) ■ Is of lower conductivity ■ Is low viscosity and meets ISO 4925 Class 6 and Class 7. (Typical 690 cSt @ -40°C)

Finally, this product meets and exceeds almost any spec including DOT 3, DOT 4, DOT 5.1, DOT 4LV & DOT 5.1LV so has a very wide applicability.

ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKES (EBP) On Peugeot 308 (13-21) and Citroen C4 Picasso (13-) some have EPB calipers on the rear, there are two options for the EPB caliper, either a 4 pin motor connection or 2 pin motor connection, OE number cross to both, please ask your customers whether the one off the vehicle is a 2 pin or 4 pin motor. 4 Pin Motor – Product Number 133736430 / 133736440 2 Pin Motor – Product Numbers 133736561 / 133736571

GOOD TO KNOW

* Our braking warranty is no quibble. It does not include off road use (4x4 days, track days). It does not cover alterations of the manufacturers specifications.

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The Perfect Spare Part for Every Vehicle

Exclusive to LKQ Euro Car Parts

​Brembo offers every vehicle the quality and performance of a global leader in braking systems.

GOOD TO KNOW

A range of OE identical products

1 million more vehicles coverage

OE Manufacturer

99% Market coverage

ECE R90 Approved

Technology, innovation and performance! All backed with our industry leading Wear and Tear warranty.

Product group: 101, 104

Braking products are what are known as ‘just in time’ products. This means they are products garages need there and then because the vehicle tends to be on the ramp. Make sure you exhaust every option when it comes to placing an order for a customer. If they don’t buy from you they are most definitely getting this product from a competitor. We have a great range to offer with one of the best selling brands in the UK under the Brembo banner.

NEW TO RANGE

Rear Brake Pads VW Caddy (20-) 10144233A

Rear Brake Pads Ford Tourneo Connect (22-) 10144233A

Front Brake Pads VW Transporter (18-) 10144230A

Front Brake Discs 420mm Audi RS7 Mild Hybrid (19-) 10444844A

Rear Brake Discs 315mm Vauxhall Insignia (20-) 10472071A

GOOD TO KNOW

A range of over 40 EPB Actuators

Covering the most popular applications

VAG, Mercedes, BMW, Ford and Volvo and many more covered

NEW TO RANGE

Today, more than 70% of new vehicles are equipped with this mechanism, and studies show a growth of EPB by +42% in 2025.​LKQ Euro Cars Parts is excited to announce the launch of a new product range, EPB Caliper Actuators, these are available now and for those instances whereby the EPB Motor Actuator may have failed but the caliper is still functional, you can now just replace the EPB Actuator. The Electric Parking Brake (also known as EPB) has become a standard equipment on most vehicles, leading to an increasing demand for them in the independent aftermarket.

1. Unlike the lever mechanism, with the EPB there is no cable connection it is prone to many faults, making impossible to immobilize or move the vehicle 2. The sole Actuator, the cost-effective solution to repair the EPB 3. All BCAR’s actuators are supplied with replacement bolts and seal “o” ring.

Product group: 144

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STARLINE – STEERING, SUSPENSION, TRANSMISSION

STARLINE – MOT/NCT PRICE SUPPORT!

Market Leading Prices

Product group: 635

Product group: 627

Offer Starline to your customers with confidence

Shock Absorbers

Coil Springs

What products have we changed? We’ve aligned our pricing to match and in most instances be better than our competitors, so that you can sell with confidence to our customers. Not only do we have one of the largest automotive ranges, but we now have one of the most competitive.

Product group: 605,615, 617, 624, 630, 632 (key groups 615, 624, 632)

Product group: 628

Get familiar with our Shocks and Springs brands! Our range of Steering, Suspension, Linkages and Bearings are all key MOT/NCT products and what’s more they’re premium products at no extra cost. Wheel Bearings

Linkages

Brand Positioning

AFTERMARKET

OEM

OUR BRANDS

STARLINE SUBFRAMES AND AXLES

Product group: 684, 685

Did you know, corrosion is the biggest cause of MOT/NCT failures for subframes and axles? We offer a comprehensive range through our Starline brand to customers.

Read the full article Service, Maintenance and Repair

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Subframes

“A highly stressed component should be rejected if corrosion has resulted in serious reduction in the overall thickness of the material or has caused a hole or split. Welded repairs to highly stressed components are not normally acceptable. To pass, the repair should appear to be as strong as the original design.” A welded repair would only be acceptable according to the guide is: • Repairs to structural components must be properly carried out and appear to be as strong as the original structure. This requires the use of suitable materials and any plating or welding extends to a sound part of a load- bearing member. • You can only pass spot welded repairs if the original panel was spot welded and the original panel or section has been removed. • Stitch or plug welding can be used instead of spot welding. In all other circumstances, patch repairs must be continuously seam welded. • Some vehicle manufacturers have recommended repair methods that use MIG brazing, a combination of adhesive bonding and riveting, or amalgamations of these with other joining methods.

GOOD TO KNOW

GOOD TO KNOW… ■ Biggest cause of MOT/NCT failure​ ■ 150 + subframes in the range ■ 100 + Rear axles in the range ■ Both ranges come with a 3-year warranty.

There are generally three basic forms of the subframe. 1. A simple "axle" type which usually carries the lower control arms and steering rack.

The purposes of a subframe are to spread high chassis loads over a wide area of relatively thin sheet metal of a monocoque body shell and to isolate vibrations and harshness from the rest of the body. In a car, with its powertrain contained in a subframe, forces generated by the engine and transmission can be dampened enough that they will not disturb passengers. As a natural development from a car with a full chassis, separate front and rear subframes are used in modern vehicles to reduce the overall weight and cost.

To fix the problem would normally require the frame to be removed and then repaired so an aftermarket product here would be beneficial plus it will be the considerably cheaper and longer lasting option to a repair of an already heavily corroded frame.

What causes subframes to fail?

Our Starline products use OE spec or better material and, in cases where the possibility of corrosion is extreme, we increase the thickness of the plating and add additional drain holes and points. Starline offers a range of over 150 front and rear subframes for popular vehicle marques such as BMW, Citroen, Ford, Mercedes, VW and many more available on demand.

6% MOT Failure Rate Source: DVSA

2. A perimeter frame which carries the components in box 1 but in addition supports the engine.

In a word – corrosion. 99% of subframe components are made from pressed streel plates welded together. All subframes have drain holes, however this doesn’t allow for any form of effective cleaning and leads to a heavy build up of dirt, road grime and salt. This material can rot the frame from the inside.

Beam Axles

All the corrosion shown in the image has happened due to the road and weather conditions. The MOT check needs to be thorough as this can be easily missed. The best way to check is round the drain holes in the frame, taking special attention to the areas of the frame where multiple layers of the steel meet and are welded together.

3. A perimeter frame which carries the components in box 1 and 2 but in addition supports the engine, transmission. (Front wheel drive cars)

Offer Your Customer

A beam axle, rigid axle or solid axle is a dependent suspension design in which a set of wheels is connected laterally by a single beam or shaft. Historically they have also been used as front axles in four-wheel-drive vehicles. In most cars, beam axles have been replaced with front and rear independent suspensions. Starline offer a range of over 100 rear axles which offer a solution where changing the complete axle is a much better than changing a worn bush. For PSA vehicles, changing the internal axle shafts and bearings requires specialist tools and a complete disassembly and rebuild of the axle. There is also no guarantee the repair will last, so changing the entire item is a much better way to go.

• Corrosion is the biggest cause of subframe failure (And MOT Failure) • Replacing the subframe is often the cheaper and safer option than repair • Starline offers a range of over 150 subframes and 100 rear axles.

When found the corroded part needs to be replaced and the only option is a new replacement. The average cost from a main dealer can be in excess of £600, and then other fitting costs can easily raise the cost of completing the job to over £1000. The subframe cannot normally be welded or repaired as they subframes are high stress components.

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COMPLETE COIL AND SUSPENSION STRUTS

New Product group

We have added a new product group - complete strut assembly with spring. The complete coil strut comes ready assembled with shock, coil and top strut mounting including bearings. Saving ever increasing labour costs and workshop time. The customer can simply unbolt the old strut and replace with the new complete unit. Suitable for professional, home and even roadside mechanics. The complete strut can be changed with limited tools and time.

Part No.

Description

Application

Strut assembly (Front, Left)

Vauxhall Corsa D (standard suspension)

625729299

Strut assembly (Front, Right)

Opel/Vauxhall Corsa D (standard suspension)

625729309

Strut assembly (Front, Left)

625599689

Ford Fiesta Mk V 2001-2008

Strut assembly (Front, Right)

625599699

Ford Fiesta Mk V 2001-2008

Product group: 625

GOOD TO KNOW

YEARS 3 WARRANTY Strut assembly (Front, Left) Strut assembly (Front, Right)

625599709

Ford Fiesta Mk VI 2008-2017 (petrol)

GONE IS THE NEED… ■ To use a spring compressor ​ ■ To worry about damaged top mount bearings when or after changing the spring ■ To worry about a worn shock absorber failing quickly after changing the coil spring.

625599719

Ford Fiesta Mk VI 2008-2017 (petrol)

Strut assembly (Front, Left)

625599729

Ford Fiesta Mk VI 2008-2017 (diesel)

Strut assembly (Front, Right)

625599739

Ford Fiesta Mk VI 2008-2017 (diesel)

IMPORTANT MESSAGE

HYDRAULIC STEERING SYSTEMS – FLUSHING CRITERIA

Always refer customers to the manufacturer’s specifications to establish the correct fluid required. In order for the replacement of a new steering rack or pump the be a success, the customer must pour fresh hydraulic steering fluid into the reservoir so it flushes through the whole steering system, WITHOUT LETTING IT RUN DRY. Then, once the fluid runs clear, the new rack or pump can be successfully fitted.

Product group: 603, 619

All steering racks and pumps come with fitting instructions – recommend that the customers refer to these to support the customer and keep the number of returns to your branch to a minimum.

Wynn’s Power Steering Flush is a cleaning oil developed to clean power steering systems. Compatible with all power steering fluids and is designed for use before changing power steering components to help reduce warranty returns.

1.9Ltr 555770260

THE ONLY TRUE OEM BRANDS IN THE UK Part of the ZF SACHS group 8 AROUND THE WHEEL

Lemforder and TRW offer the most comprehensive OE quality range of steering and suspension linkage in the UK aftermarket.

■ Number one OEM supplier in the aftermarket ■ Suitable for hybrid and electric applications ■ 2-year warranty

■ Over a century of supplying premium quality parts to the market ■ LKQ Euro Car Parts hold over 1,500 parts across both brands.

Product group: 600 - 650

LEMFÖRDER is a leader in the development of innovative passenger car, motorcycle, HCV and off-road chassis technology.

As the Control Arms form a vital part of the chassis system, it is crucial that cars are fitted with the latest parts to ensure efficiency and optimum performance. ​

Our ‘Professional Range’ of Steering Linkage parts covering ball joints, tie rods, track control arms, stabiliser links, bushes, mountings and steering knuckles and is ISO/ TS 16949 accredited. Many of the references also carry the highly sought after TUV SUD certification – an internationally renowned independent organisation that undertakes safety, testing, certification, auditing and advisory services. Continual investment in the OPTIMAL brand has seen us add over 500 OPTIMAL parts to our range since we launched OPTIMAL in 2021. QUALITY STEERING LINKAGE PARTS BY OPTIMAL

QUALITY

GOOD TO KNOW

Good to know: ■ 2,700 parts in the range ■ Over 1,000 parts are TUV SUD certified ■ Suitable for EV/Hybrid ■ 3-year warranty.

Product group: 600-650

Keep recommending OPTIMAL with confidence

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REPXPERT ABS SENSOR CARD

AN INVALUABLE FREE* TOOL FOR LKQ EURO CAR PARTS CUSTOMERS

Don’t forget to hand out a flyer with every FAG wheel bearing purchase – on that flyer is a QR code where customers can register and get sent a card.

WHY SNR-NTN?

For a wheel bearing to operate correctly it not only depends on the bearing being fitted correctly (recommend the customer follow the manufacturer’s instructions) it also relies on the quality of the components used to manufacture the bearing. NTN-SNR have a wide range of quality bearings covering 98% of registered vehicles in Europe and all required components are included in the kit.

■ NTN-SNR Worlds Biggest Bearing manufacturer and the OE Supplier to the vehicle manufacturer industry ■ The correct tightening torque is printed on the wheel bearing kit box ■ Installation instructions in the kit (ASB® technology).

Scan for more information on SNR-NTN

Product group: 628, 629

Product group

662

Propshafts

Propshafts coupling/ bearings

651

GOOD TO KNOW

Dropship from Bailey Morris Good to know… Bailey Morris Ltd can dropship any propshaft or propshaft part to either the LKQ Euro Car Parts branch or direct to customer, under plain wrap and next delivery.

653

Propshaft UJ

Tel: 01480 216250 Fax: 01480 403045 Email: sales@baileymorris.co.uk www.baileymorris.co.uk

ORDERS CAN MADE PLACED DIRECTLY OR VIA THE SPECIAL ORDERS TEAM.

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COMING APRIL 2023

These Starline new introductions are a mixture of fitments for micro hybrid (Start-Stop) and mild hybrid (battery/motor). STARLINE AGM BATTERIES

YEARS 3 WARRANTY

Part No.

Fitments

Car parc coverage

Lexus IS, Mitsubishi PHEV, Toyota Auris

44477006S

115,300

Product group: 444

44477034S

Lexus RX, Toyota Estima

53,300

44477058S

Toyota Yaris

68,700

GOOD TO KNOW

With these new products, our Start-Stop coverage is 99%

When it comes to car batteries, VARTA is Europe’s leading supplier to vehicle manufacturers. So, recommending VARTA, you can be sure that your customers have peace of mind!

Product group: 444

Don’t forget - VARTA battery fitting instructions exclusive to Omnipart customers.

GOOD TO KNOW

These car manufacturers fit VARTA: Audi, Bentley, BMW, Bugatti, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Citroen, Ferrari, Fiat, Ford, GMC, Honda, Hyundai, Jaguar, Kia, Lamborghini, Land Rover, Maserati, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan, Opel, Peugeot, Porsche, Renault, Seat, Skoda, Toyota, Vauxhall, Volkswagen, Volvo.

Always recommend VARTA for a like-for-like replacement.

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LEISURE BATTERIES SPRING SUMMER 2023 WE’VE GOTYOUCOVERED.

CHECK OUT OUR NEW BROCHURE

JUICE BOOSTER 2

What is it? JUICE BOOSTER 2 is a portable 22 kW wallbox. What does that mean?

NEW TO RANGE

Product group: 459

JUICE BOOSTER 2 is a real 3-in-1 solution, now available in a compact format. It can be used as a mobile charging station or a wallbox. JUICE BOOSTER is 100% compatible with all electric vehicles fitted with a Type 2 connector. It’s also available with a with a Type 1 connector. ■ Charge from any electrical outlet, anywhere. No more worries about reach with the right adapter ■ Always charge at maximum speed, in complete safety,

Tested Rugged Secure

GOOD TO KNOW

irrespective of the power connection type ■ Automatically adjusted to the right setting. Both at home and abroad.

A complete portable charging solution for your customers

What’s happening? To continually strengthen the Starline brand we will be introducing products from Circoli in the coming months. Products making the switch will be Thermostats and Water Pumps. We currently have stock in the network to run through first, but we will let you in comms when Starline starts to go out. CIRCOLI CHANGING TO STARLINE COMING APRIL 2023

GOOD TO KNOW

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Did you see it?

NEW PRODUCT RANGE BY CONTINENTAL We’re introducing a new range of timing belt kits from Continental, in the coming months, you will see these appear as part of your stock profile. Who are Continental? Development partner and manufacturer of power transmission belts and matching components right up to complete belt drive systems for the automotive and many other industries.

Product group: TBC

All the required parts in one box

n High standards of product quality n High customer orientation n Permanent ability to supply n One of the leading global market positions. What’s in the box n Timing belt n Tensioning pulleys, idler/guide pulleys, tensioning dampers n Small parts such as screws, nuts and springs n Hard-wearing change sticker.

All products come with a 5-year guarantee!*

* We offer registered workshops a 5-year guarantee on all belt drive components for the automotive aftermarket.

New and remanufactured turbo’s Don’t Lose a sale – This now allows you to instantly price match a query from a competitor as BM permissions allow price down to the IPM floor price – Remember discount other needlessly. The power to trade – Sensibly… Turbo and Transmission What is it? Using IPM, Competitor feedback and market intelligence the team have reviewed and adjusted over 300 turbo part numbers and over 500 Clutch & Flywheel part numbers– allowing you to sell in confidence. What you need to do?

Customers can register via this link

Scan to access the latest technical information and online bulletins

Must do!

GOOD TO KNOW

Double-clutch credit procedure

Double-clutch kits are currently blocked from credit due to the nature of the product. Each kit contains a variety of components, each of which are essential to carry out the job successfully. However, there have been some occasions where kits have been returned with components missing that cannot be replaced individually, making the kit unusable to the next customer. To get a kit unblocked you need to send the following details to the clutch product manager, details can be found on ECPedia via Product Manager: ■ Part number ■ Customer account number ■ Reason for credit ■ Clear images showing conditions.

New turbo’s​ We are able to supply OE units from the leading Manufacturers, including Garrett, Borg Warner, Mitsubishi and IHI, we are also able to supply units from the lesser known manufacturers such as Mahle and Continental. These OE units are what was fitted to the vehicle when it was built and will perform to the same standards. Technical help line for new turbo’s – 01740 646960

Remanufactured turbo’s LKQ Euro Car Parts are also able to supply Remanufactured turbo’s as a cost effective alternative to a New turbo’s. Technical help line for Turbojetzt Turbo – 0330 33 22 099

GOOD TO KNOW

Both new and remanufactured turbo’s come with a 2 year warranty.

BRANCH MANAGER PRICE PROMISE

Scan for turbo troubleshooting guide

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REACT is an LKQ Euro Car Parts brand, sourced from UK suppliers such as BM Catalysts, EEC- European Exhausts & Catalysts and Klarius. REACT CATS & DPF’S We have recently introduced Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) units to our range. This technologyhas been around for a long time and is mainly usedon HCVs to reduce the level of harmfulemissions, but since 2014 it’s beenadded to passenger cars to reduce emissions evenfurther – this system uses Ad blue.

■ 2-year warranty on REACT and DPF’s ■ We offer a cost-effective cleaning service for the existing DPF.

Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)

DOC Diesel Oxidation Catalyst

SCR Selective Catalyst Reduction

DPF Diesel Particulate Filter

Straight Diesel Exhaust

Treated Diesel Exhaust

1

2

3

4

Scan for more information on SCR’s

Reduction in HC and CO, plus oxidation of NO to NO 2

DEF injected

DEF reduces oxides, creating N and H 2 O

Particulate matter filtered and contained

KLARIUS EXHAUSTS

Klarius are the UK’s largest manufacturer of Type Exhausts with over 10,000 part numbers in their range including Exhaust, Cat Converters, DPF’s and fittings. The Klarius range covers around 98% of the UK Car Parc covering small city cars up to light commercial vehicles.

3 YEAR WARRANTY

GROWING RANGE

You can check Klarius stock on ECPedia, scan to find out more

Our Klarius range is growing, with new parts added regularly, check out some of the latest introductions:

Part No.

Description

IMPORTANT! The minimum VOR order value is £35 /€40 at LKQ Euro Car Parts cost, please remember this when ordering as the company gets charged the difference if the order is below £35/€40.

701449491

FRONT PIPE VW TIGUAN 1.4TSI 10-15

704596361

CENTRE BOX FORD FIESTA 1.6TI 1-15

704601811

CENTRE BOX HONDA CRV1.6IDTEC 13-

705822341

REAR BOX YOYOTA YARIS 1.5I 17-

705900391

REAR BOX KIA CEED 1.6I HATCH 12-16

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WATER PUMPS – TECHNICAL UPDATE

The availability of this hugely popular pump has been limited in the aftermarket since 2020, mainly due to factory closures during COVID and ongoing supply chain issues. These issues have resulted in Schaeffler, Airtex and other suppliers improving and redesigning the water pump – one that isn’t supplied with solenoid. The pump itself does not appear to have evolved much in the last eight years since we started seeing these in the aftermarket, which is frustrating to many, as we hear reports of the three-shaft shroud mechanism jamming prematurely, often resulting in an early replacement. WHY NOT A WATER PUMP WITH BUILT-IN SOLENOID? All engine parts that work dynamically, i.e. in motion, have a much higher wear than the others and are normally assembled / connected with other parts that we usually call accessories. We are talking about screws, caps, nuts, washers, pulleys, tubes, terminals, etc. In the case of the solenoid, it is very easy to disconnect and reconnect on the new pump. Just unscrew a small set screw and screw it back in when replacing the new pump. When the vehicle arrives at a workshop to replace the water pump, we can reuse the solenoid fitted to the car (as long as it is in good condition and working correctly), thus saving costs and being environmentally responsible.

Product group: 201

A

B

C

D

Throughout 2023, we will introducing new Ad Blue/UREA products from Bosch AD BLUE/UREA PARTS FROM BOSCH

Product No.

Vehicle Application

Year From

441449010 VAG 2.0TDi

11.07-09.20

DNOX5.x Supply Pump Kit / Adblue pump module

441679010 Land Rover 2.0TD4

02.13>

441229010 Mercedes 2.1D BlueTec

03.09>

441229020 BMW 2.0d

03.11>

441749010 Renault 2.3dCi

02.10>

March 2023 – new range available

Norbar are the world’s leading specialist in torque control and are engaged solely in the design, development and production of torque tightening and measuring equipment. Norbar’s state-of-the-art factory facilities ensure they provide the very latest design, manufacturing and quality control technology to achieve thehighest level of innovation and precisionin the field of torque control equipment.

Product group: AT995350

The range of automotive Norbar Torque Wrenches are available from LKQ Euro Car Parts.

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We’ve introduced over 100 new SKUs for Crosland, here are some of the new introductions… WHAT’S NEW FROM CROSLAND?

Crosland Pno

Vehicle Application

Year From

501545188

Peugeot/Citroen/Fiat/Renault/Nissan

Various

501591928

Citroen 1.5 Blue HDI/Peugeot 1.5 HDI Blue

07/2018 >

502735618 Citroen 1.5 Blue HDI/Peugeot 1.5 HDI Blue

07/2018 >

503220498 Mercedes Benz Various OM651 /OM642

2009 >

Product group: 501, 502, 503, 507

503745028 Renault/Nissan 1.5 Dci K9K

2005 >

507590348 Ford Transit Custom

2019 >

507620068 Isuzu D-Max

2007 >

It’s more than just a 504.00/507.00 Understanding of what’s in a barrel prices in pounds per litre and is based on a 20ltr

NOT ALL OILS ARE EQUAL In this article we’ve tried to debunk some oil myths and why our customers should be offering the right oil for the right job.

£5,00

£4,00

£3,00

£2,00

Many competitor oils at a similar trade price claim their oils cover a range of specifications and a wide car parc. This couldn’t be further than the truth, and could be somewhat misleading to our customers. Oils are all constructed in the same way, they have a base oil, and then they have an additives pack, this helps them get specified by vehicle manufacturers and get recommendations for use. There can only be a couple of reasons why the price of an oil is cheap: 1. Lesser quality base oil 2. Not as many additives are added. We have looked at a popular type of oil, in the example table we are focusing on 5W 30, a grade that most garages would use. However when we compare MPM and Triple QX to Competitor A, we now start to see the differences of how our oils are made up, what approvals and recommendations they have, and importantly the coverage. What does this mean for our customer? If our customers are purchasing Competitor A, then they will be losing out financially at some point. The lack of recommendations and Approvals means that it will only fit a small car parc. Both Triple QX and MPM have more approvals and recommendations, meaning larger car parc and they do not need to keep buying different oils for different vehicle jobs. What are the other reasons for getting the right oil? Put simply, warranty. If a garage were to put the wrong oil into a vehicle, and that vehicle should fail, then the warranty would be invalid, (If it was still under warranty) of which the vehicle manufacturer would not pay out and the claim would lie with the garage.

£1,00

£

MPM 5W-30 PREMIUM SYNTHETIC ESP-X

TQX.11007 TRIPLE QX SYNPLUS VAG 5W30 SYNTHETIC

COMPETITION

Price Quality Addive Package

Price/Quality Base Oil

Competitor A TRIPLE QX

MPM 5W-30 PREMIUM SYNTHETIC ESP-X

SYNPLUS VAG 5W30 SYNTHETIC

Specifications ACEA C3 API SL/CF

Specifications ACEA C3 API SN

Specifications ACEA C3 API SP (Updated and improved API spec)

Approvals • VW 504.00 / 507.00 • MB-Approval 229.51/229.52 • Opel OV 040 1547 - D30 G30 • Porsche C30 • BMW LL-04 > 2019 onwards

Recommendation VW 504.00 / 507.00

Recommendation VW 504.00/507.00 MB-Approval 229.51 Porsche C30 BMW LL-04 < 2019 Approved Recommended Fleet coverage 29%

Recommendation Fiat 9.55535-S3

Approved Recommended Fleet

Approved Recommended Fleet coverage 48%

coverage 14%

16 AROUND THE WHEEL SERVICEABL ITEMS

IN BRANCH NOW – FIND OUT MORE

LIGHT BULBS

Product group: 481

Some bulb/ wiper kits are currently unavailable in ROI

2023 will see more product ranges expanding into our Starline brand. We want to make sure that as we continue to grow the Starline brand we have a rounded offering that we can promote to our customers, adding bulbs is the next logical step. We have kept it simple to start with and we have a range of bulbs that cater for 90%+ of the market needs. In the first range there are: ■ STANDARD BULBS ■ 24V BULBS ■ XENON BULBS. STARLINE BULBS SHINING BRIGHT FOR 2023

Pack Size 50 (Order QTY)

Part Number

Description

48177013G W5W 501 12V 5W

10

48177022G H7 477/499 12V 55W 2 PIN

10

48177010G P21/5W 380 12V 21/5W

10

48177009G P21W 382 12V 21W

10

48177516G PY21W 581 12V 21W AMBER

10

Chosen Pack

Promo Price

£17.49 / €19.96

48199001S STARLINE BULB PACK - 50

FILTERS – PROVIDING OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE ALL YEAR ROUND Throughout winter, customers will have had to spend a little extra time clearing those frosted windscreens – which often includes the use of A/C. It is important to ensure a vehicle’s A/C system is at it’s best year-round and regular changing of a vehicle’s cabin filter is a must. A clear cabin filter will ensure optimum performance and where carbon-activated or anti-allergen filters are used further benefits can be had. Year-round use of the A/C system keeps seals lubricated and prevents premature loss of refrigerant.

15,000 km

10,000 km

A cabin air filter may need changing if: ■ Strange noises occur ■ The customer is experiencing unpleasant smells ■ Poor airflow is a sign of a clogged cabin air filter ■ Windows that fog up frequently and are hard to clear.

5,000 km

Product group: 507

Providing customers with healthier, cleaner air, mile after mile with MANN FILTER.

17 SERVICEABLE ITEMS

BOSCH AEROTWIN J.E.T BLADE WITH JET EVOLUTION TECHNOLOGY Clearer view, improved safety Introducing the Bosch Aerotwin J.E.T Blade, which ensures a more targeted clean of the windshield – improving the view and safety of customers. With spray nozzles integrated in the wiper, it provides quiet wiping and outstanding performance.

For maximum visibility, we recommend wiper blades be changed every 12 months

9% MOT Failure Rate Sources:DVSA

Product group: 485

NEW

Thanks to the Jet Evolution Technology the J.E.T Blade provides greater efficiency in wiping leading to a safer drive: spray nozzles, which are integrated in the wiper, direct the washer fluid exactly in front of the wiper blade without disruptive spray mist. Power Protection Plus wiper rubber and patented coating: for an increased service life, outstanding wiping performance and quiet wiping under extreme weather conditions. Long-Life wiper rubber formula with innovative additive to the wiper rubber and Evodium spring strips: for an increased service life. Pre-assembled vehicle-specific adapter: enables quick and easy installation when replacing original equipment wiper blades.

100% plastic-free packaging:

Only available for vehicles that are already equipped with a wiper with spray function.

CLEAN UP WITH OUR LATEST STARLINE WIPERS OFFER

Product group: 485

Spring is synonymous for wet weather in the UK and Ireland. Coupled with cars coming into the workshop for servicing and traditional MOT/NCT. Convenience is key, meaning a workshop can always have the right number of blades available to hand.

WIPER PROMO

Pack Size 50 (Order QTY)

Pack Size 100 (Order QTY)

Pack Size 50 (Order QTY)

Pack Size 100 (Order QTY)

Pro.No.

Description

Pro.No.

Description

48577105S UNIVERSAL 16 INCH 48577110S UNIVERSAL 21 INCH 48577111S UNIVERSAL 22 INCH 48577113S UNIVERSAL 24 INCH 48577116S UNIVERSAL 26 INCH

10 10 10 10 10

20 20 20 20 20

48577716S FLAT BLADE 16 INCH

10

20

48577718S FLAT BLADE 18 INCH

10

20

48577724S FLAT BLADE 24 INCH

10

20

48577726S FLAT BLADE 26 INCH

10

20

48577726S FLAT BLADE 28 INCH

10

20

Chosen Pack

Promo Price

Chosen Pack

Promo Price

Some bulb/ wiper kits are currently unavailable in ROI

GOOD TO KNOW

£77.49 / €88.44

UNIVERSAL FLAT BLADE PACK - 50 UNIVERSAL FLAT BLADE PACK - 50

£169.99 / €193.98 £319.99 / €365.16

48599932S

48599933S FLAT BLADE PACK - 50

£144.99 / €165.48

48599934S

48599935S FLAT BLADE PACK - 100

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Air Con Cleaners

We’ve put together a simple four step guide to help customers prepare for the 2023 A/C season A/C SEASON 2023

Around the Workshop

Around the Workshop

30

31

As we head into spring/summer, there is no better time to talk to customers about our A/C products.

Air Conditioning Are you ready to make money in the 2023 season?

Step 2

Choose your After Sales pack

Offer Your Customer

PRICES FROM

5 Year £ 1,119 .00 4 Year £ 999 .00 3 Year £ 839 .00 2 Year £ 579 .00 1 Year £ 240 .00

PRICES FROM

Service Packages

Warranty Packages

5 Year £ 1,249 .00 4 Year £ 999 .00 3 Year £ 749 .00

It’s not part of a routine vehicle service, so your workshop might be missing out on this revenue stream in the rush to get vehicles out the door as quickly as possible. Not only does this great value added service require minimal ‘hands on’ time from a technician, but, it can also pay back your investment in a matter of months.

Step 3

TQX Aircon cleaner

Choose your Value Add pack

Basic pack • Refrigerant Gloves • Refrigerant Goggles • 1 Litres PO68 oil with Dye • Digital Thermometer • UV Torch.

Starter pack • Refrigerant Gloves • Refrigerant Goggles • 1 Litre POE 68 oil

Full pack Starter Pack +

Master pack Full Pack + • Saniflux (Anti Bac) • Saniflux Fluid • O Ring Set.

• Nitrogen Testing Kit • Cylinders of Nitrogen • Schrader Valve Core Assortment.

542772970

• 1 Litre PAG46 • 250ml UV Dye • Digital Thermometer • UV Torch • Electronic Leak Detector. £ 299 .00

No matter what your Air con needs – we have something for you.

£ 75 .00

£ 599 .00

£ 999 .00

Return on investment example

3 Air Con services per week

Return on investment in 3 months Based on £2,100 equipment

Total cost per job including labour and consumables £ 70

Invoice price per job £ 130

Profit per job £ 60

Everything you see here can be purchased individually. Want to know more? Want to see the rest of our range? Contact your local branch or visit OmniHub today

Normfest Air con sanitiser Normfest Air Con Cleaner

Not sure where to start? We’ve built a three step approach with you in mind.

NOR2897304

Book your training Extra Step

Step 1

Choose your machine

£ 1,799 .00 £ 1,899 .00 £ 2,399 .00 £ 2,599 .00 £ 4,199 .00 £ 4,999 .00 £ 1,799 .00 £ 1,899 .00

ECK NEXT PRO R134a ECK NEXT PRO HFO

251775070

Already certified? Let us know here

Book your F-Gas course with LKQ Academy Did you know it’s a legal requirement to hold an F-Gas certificate in order to work with R134a Gas? As a responsible retailer, we working with you to help ensure you have the relevant certification in place. Protecting you, your staff and the environment.

251775080

ECK FLAG R134a ECK FLAG HFO

251774090

251774100

ECK TWIN 12

251770820

780R BI-GAS TOUCH

251770105

QR

705R 134a

251772060

707R

251770790

NOR2897300

Check out the latest Service, Maintenance & Repair for more information

COLLISION PARTS Did you know… since the beginning of 2022 we have added more than 1,500 new part numbers in “Collision”

Part detail

Part number clue

272 VM parts

Part number with a suffix of 0

293 Platinum Plus parts

Part number with a suffix of 5

NEW TO RANGE

963 Aftermarket parts

Part number with a suffix of 1

Here are just a few of the new parts added to range…

BONNET GOLF 20- 2/20- 801441435

FRONT BUMPER TRANSPORTER T6.1 20- BLACK 822443271

FRONT BUMPER BERLINGO PARTNER 18- BLACK 822540801

PLATINUM PLUS PARTS - RETURNS PROCESS If a customer has a Platinum Plus part they need to return due to fitment, you’ll need to raise a collection note for ‘picking warranty no labour (fitment). For paint and labour cost recovery, customers will need to complete our warranty form.

For both the collection note and warranty form contact: aftersalessupport@eurocarparts.com

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COOLING PRODUCTS

YEARS 3 WARRANTY

CHILL OUT, STARLINE COOLING PRODUCTS

■ 3 year warranty as standard ■ Extensive range which replaces EIS

■ All products are subject to extensive testing ■ Research and development done inhouse at our suppliers to ensure high quality ■ Great car parc coverage.

YOUR CUSTOMERS LIGHTSTYLE Growing range of Hella products

FINDING COLLISION PARTS IN TOPCAT

Step 01

Enter the vehicle registration

123-321

We now offer a wide and growing range of Hella branded universal lighting products tailored to all retrofit requirements, regardless of the vehicle.​

Step 02

Add the product group (if known) OR product name – example: 800 OR bonnet

Covering a wide range of market sectors, from Truck to Caravan, agricultural to construction, Hellas specialists have combined top technology with high quality to create products that are extremely robust and wear resistant.​

Step 03

Then, search in the component tree by selecting ‘Collision parts’

Step 04

Once you are in collision parts, click ‘Panels & parts’

Any questions? Please contact christopher.graham@eurocarparts.com

Product group: 470-483

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Retails vary for UK to ROI.

Quiz Questions 1. Which braking brands offer a wear and tear warranty as standard? 2. What is the name of our new B2C braking brand? 3. Double-clutch procedure - how do you get a kit unblocked? 4. Which products will be moving from Circoli to Starline? 5. What is the name of the new Bosch wiper?

Read and digest your new Product Pulse newsletter. Simply email your answers to marketing@eurocarparts.com. We will draw the winners in June and inform the lucky winners via email once complete. Vouchers will be sent to the winners in the month of July.