ROI SMR Mar-Apr 2023

Exhaust and Emissions

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Supporting your customers with emission failures

Exhausts Klarius has the widest range of type-approved exhausts in the UK. • First-time fit, less ramp time • Manufactured to OE specification in terms of fit, noise and back pressure. • 3 year warranty • Full range of gaskets, clamps and mountings are also

Catalytic converter With the strict guidelines in place around emissions, catalytic converters can often be the cause of an NCT failure. Whether it is damaged, blocked, or has been removed – LKQ Euro Car Parts supply an extensive range of catalytic converters, DPFs and SCRs to help you get the job done. DPF cleaning If a DPF is not available in the aftermarket, we can offer a cost- effective alternative – a DPF clean on the customer’s existing unit. The cleaning process returns the DPF to its original ‘new’ state and has the benefit of fitting directly back onto the vehicle.

Turbo Failure When replacing a turbo, it is incredibly important to find out ‘why’ the turbo has failed. Not getting to the root cause beforehand could potential be a very expensive learning curve. Replacement turbochargers The UK turbocharger market has significantly grown in recent years due to the global initiative to reduce emissions and increase fuel economy. With cars now being fitted with a turbo as standard, this presents an opportunity for all workshops to get into the replacement market.

available and should also be replaced when replacing the exhaust system.

Fuel filters help systems fire on clean, pure fuel An engine is only as powerful as its energy source. When your customer refills their fuel tank, they want every drop to go where it’s most needed to save both time and money. But when dirt or water gets into the fuel it affects the injection system’s performance which can lead to corrosion and component damage. Help keep customer’s fuel contaminant-free with an efficient, expertly engineered fuel filter by MANN-FILTERS. Choose from a wide range of cutting-edge fuel filter types that meet the demands of both modern and older vehicles. In order work efficiently, fuel filters need to be changed regularly to fulfill their job in capturing unwanted particles and water circulating to the fuel. Speak to your customers, have they experienced any of the following signs that indicate a fuel filter replacement? • Complete failure to start • Poor acceleration or a decrease in power

• Sputtering or stalling at low speeds • Fuel efficiency is noticeably worse • System warning light comes on, indicating there’s a problem.