UK SMR July - August Brochure 2022

SERVICE, MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR

July – August Edition

IN THIS EDITION:

NEW

NEW TO RANGE SHOCKS AND SPRINGS

YEARS 3 WARRANTY

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LCV & AIR CON SPECIAL

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AWARDS WINNER 2022 MOTOR FACTOR OF THE YEAR

AWARDS WINNER 2022 TRAINING SCHEME OF THE YEAR

AIR CON

MAXIMISE YOUR OPPORTUNITY IN 2022

Not all garages offer an air con service but it’s something that could provide you with a unique opportunity if it’s something your competitors don’t. The vast majority of new cars on the road now have air conditioning fitted as standard, with over 10 million being introduced since 2017. So identifying the right A/C machine that allows you to service them effectively is an area that needs your full attention. Plus, the return on investment speaks for itself.

Return on investment example:

What You Can Earn Services per week

3

Your opportunity is based on 3 services per week

12

Services per month

Services per week x 4 working weeks per month

£119 .99

Retail price

Per job

What will it cost Overhead cost

£10 .00 £50 .00 £60 .00

Per job (minimal hands-on time)

Consumable cost

Per vehicle – based on an entirely empty system!

Total cost

How long to cover the cost of the equipment Monthly profit (revenue minus costs) £59.99 per job minimum

PAYS BACK IN 3 MONTHS

£719 .88

3 months

Pay back

Return on investment based on £2,000 equipment

Let’s talk gas R1234yf (new gas) has been the refrigerant of choice since 2017, with all new vehicles being manufactured using this gas. These vehicles are now hitting the aftermarket in volume. Along with vehicles since 2013 also using ‘new gas’ there has never been a better time to invest in a ‘new gas’ compatible machine. Let’s not forget about R134a. There’s still around 6 years left of any real R134a volume work. So even though R134a is no longer used by manufacturers, there is the volume of work out there to provide a return on your investment. Working to a budget, or want to consider your options? Then maybe a dual gas machine could be the right fit for you. Why not consider investing in something now whilst the value for money is still there?

So what's next… Once you have decided to offer an air con service, you need to make sure both your staff and workshop are equipped for the job.

READY

Step 2 Find the right machine for you and your workshops needs by speaking to your local branch today. There is lots to choose from and a machine to suit any budget or requirement. STEADY

Step 3 You’ve picked your machine, now you need the air con gas, system repair tools, safety gear, service and warranty package – the full works! Speak to your branch to find out more. GO!

Step 1 First things first, make sure your staff are trained to carry out service, maintenance and repair jobs. You’ll find an overview on page 3.

NDITIONING

AIR CON TRAINING

COOLING & CLIMATE SYSTEMS | LEVEL 1 & 2 263778940 Ideal for an introduction into Automotive A/C repair, moving on to more in-depth knowledge and practical skills. Course content:

L3 REFRIGERANT HANDLING VRQ (F-GAS) 263771230 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 will work with you in order to help ensure you have the relevant certification in place. Protecting you, your staff and the environment. If your garage doesn't have a F-Gas certified installer, or you're due a refresh we offer the City & Guilds Level 3 Refrigerant Handling course. This course has been specifically designed to provide the knowledge, training and qualification necessary to satisfy EU legislation in the mobile air conditioning market. Course content: ■ Introduction to automotive air conditioning ■ Basic heat processes ■ Pressure and ■ The refrigeration cycle and system ■ Lubrication ■ Refrigerant flushing ■ Plus more…

Level 1 ■ Systems overview (block valve, orifice, CO 2 etc.) ■ System run-through (block valve) ■ System diagnostic through temperature ■ Component run- through (light) ■ Oil overview ■ UV dye overview ■ Refrigerant overview ■ Flushing overview ■ Tooling appropriate for this level.

Level 2 ■ Systems run-through of block valve, orifice & dual A/C system ■ Diagnostics through pressure and temperature ■ In-depth component training ■ System controls including sensors ■ Practical training ■ Tooling appropriate for this level.

temperature relationships

£ 199 .00 PER CANDIDATE

£ 249 .00 PER CANDIDATE

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AIR CON

HYBRIDS, EVS AND TH

You will no doubt start to see an increase in hybrid and electric vehicles entering your workshop over the coming months. Question is, do you have the skills and equipment to deal with them?

As air con season is upon us, more vehicles will be making their way to your workshop with air con system issues and some of those will be hybrid and electric vehicles. Do you and your staff know the fundamental differences between an internal combustion engine aircon system and a hybrid and EV system?

Let’s take a look... ■ The greatest risk for a hybrid electric air con system is that if the incorrect type of compressor oil is used, it may conduct high voltage to the compressor case or connected components. A person may receive an electric shock if they touch the compressor, engine and an appropriate ground. This will also lead to damaged components. ■ The air con system in a hybrid or electric vehicle is not only there to give cabin comfort, the system is essential in providing cooling to both the electric motors, axles and the battery systems, both of which produce large volumes of heat in use. Without a working, efficient air con system, will overheat and fail. ■ Sensors in the compressor case can detect very small voltage leaks. Once a leak is detected, the control system will shut down the compressor.

■ The air conditioning compressors in some hybrid and electric vehicles are operated by an electric motor instead of a drive belt. ■ The oils used in these compressors are formulated to have high dielectric properties, that makes them non- conductive. As little as 1% contamination by improper oil can reduce the dielectric properties. ■ Users must have an air con machine that is ‘Hybrid ready/compatible’ – the function to self-clear its hoses and oils so that no cross contamination occurs. ■ If a different type of oil gets into one of these compressors a variety of issues may occur.

Machines and products suitable for hybrid and EV

ECK NEXT PRO 251775070 R134a Model 251775080 1234yf Model

ECK FLAG 251774090 R134a Model 251774100 1234yf Model

2

3

R134a 1234yf

R134a 1234yf

5" TFT

7" TFT

12

12

3 m

3 m

Ltr

Ltr

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With printer

NDITIONING

HEIR AIR CON SYSTEMS

ECOTECHNICS HYBRID UPGRADE KIT 252952120 For use with ECK Next

OIL INJECTION REFILLABLE GUN HFO1234YF Hybrid 254770400 Hybrid 254770390

ECK POE 68 HYBRID OIL CARTRIDGES Concentina Bottle 252951550

POE68 HYBRID OIL 250ml – 261770380 1Ltr – 261770385

WE HAVE ALL THE TRAINING YOUR TECHNICIANS NEED.

LEVEL 2 AND 3 AWARD IN HYBRID ELECTRIC VEHICLE ROUTINE MAINTENANCE ACTIVITIES, SYSTEM REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT. Other subjects covered include high voltage air conditioning compressors, DC-DC converters, PTC heater assemblies along with high pressure hydraulic braking systems and the management between conventional braking and regeneration braking balance.

LEVEL 4 AWARD IN THE DIAGNOSIS TESTING AND REPAIR OF ELECTRIC/HYBRID VEHICLES AND COMPONENTS Level 4 provides further understanding of HV battery management for both nickel metal hybrid and lithium ion batteries, the operation and control of inverters/ converters and the methods to control three phase synchronous brushless drive motors/generators.

£ 549 PER CANDIDATE

£ 549 .00 PER CANDIDATE

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LIGHT COMME

Van sales are soaring - are you equipped to deal with the extra demand? The van market appears to be bouncing back quicker than the car market. In addition to the increase in online vehicle shopping, we believe this market will continue to grow. This means garages have a huge opportunity to offer services, repairs and maintenance for LCVs. Huge growth in 2020 and 2021 means that many LCVs will soon be coming out of service plans due to age or mileage. Potentially, many of these vehicles will start to use the independent aftermarket for service, maintenance and repair work. This is where LKQ Euro Car Parts can help you take advantage of this extra work if you aren’t already: superior stock holding and all the parts you need to get your customers back out on the road.

+43.4%

68k 2020

2021 97k

Year on year new Light Commercial Vehicle (LCV) market figures showed

registrations grew 43.4% to 97k in March 2021 from 68k over the same period in 2020.

New LCV Registrations 2021

11,290 Units

12,030 Units

11,498 Units

10,569 Units

17,957 Units

Mercedes- Benz Sprinter 21,915 Units

21,190 Units

17,830 Units

53,394 Units

34,293 Units

Ford Transit Custom

Ford Transit

Volkswagen Transporter

Vauxhall Vivaro

Ford Ranger

Citroen Berlingo

Ford Transit Connect

Peugeot Partner

Vauxhall Combo

Our latest LCV brochure highlights the top LCV in operation, the most requested parts and areas that can help our customers make the most of the growing opportunities. Download the brochure and get familiar with our LCV offering and how we can help make a difference for our customers.

ERCIAL VEHICLES

At LKQ Euro Car Parts, we know car parts – Did you know we are also Light Commercial Vehicles (LCV) specialists? Our comprehensive range of mechanical and collision parts means that we’ve got the range for you, and more importantly your customer. LCV is the lifeblood of our country, from trades people to delivery services, all of these business rely on their vehicles performing. Time spent off the road is not an option and is costly. That’s why we have the parts ready and waiting for you to fix your customers vehicles when you need them. Not only that, we have the specialist parts that make a difference to keeping these vehicles on the road and performing, meaning, they keep our economy moving. If you want to find out more about how we can keep your customers on the move, then get in touch with your local Branch or Account Manager and see how we can help your business grow. UK’s largest LCV Parts range

Service and Maintenance Parts

Bodywork and Panels

Clutch Kits, Belts, Pumps, Electrical

Bumpers, Grilles, Bonnets and Lights

Rear Bumpers and Lights

Steering and Suspension

Braking

Our brochure only showcases a cross section of high demand, fast moving parts. If you need parts that aren’t shown, then give your local branch a call or go online at omniparts.com to find what you need and get it Fast!

LIGHT COMME

LCVs are the workhouse and backbone of our country. They are an extension of a trades person, a warehouse on wheels and the last mile hero. Overall they work harder than any passenger vehicle period. All of this means that you will probably see a lot of LCVs coming through your workshop for general servicing, but there could be other issues at which will effect the health of an LCV. Run time LCVs are never idle, their engine is constantly on and running from delivery to job. Multiply this by day and week and the engine is working harder than a standard passenger vehicle. Start-stop activity and short distances over time will accelerate engine wear quicker and parts will need replacing sooner.

What to check while on the ramp?

■ Timing belts ■ Timing chains ■ Tensioners

■ Water pumps and thermostats ■ Diesel injectors ■ Blocked DPFs

Some vehicles are constantly running and used as a generator. A 12 month service interval may be too long due to the engine constantly running creating extra wear on certain parts. Heavy loads By their nature of size and capacity, a van is designed and built for carrying heavy loads. But, constant loading and potential over-loading, will have an effect on integral parts from over time. What to check while on the ramp? Suspension parts, shocks and springs – should always be replaced in pairs - especially if carrying loads. Drive train and transmission parts, extra weight creating greater friction on bearings. Heavier loads could affect drive shafts, prop shafts etc coupled with driving style (curb riding) in built up areas. Always check cabin filters. LCVs will cover more miles and spend longer sat in traffic leading to filters becoming clogged or blocked quicker than passenger vehicles. The health of the driver could be at risk if not changed regularly.

ERCIAL VEHICLES

If you want to find out more about how we can keep your customers on the move, then get in touch with your local branch or Account Manager and see how we can help your business grow.

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NEED LCV BRAKING PARTS QUICK? BUY BREMBO!

We’ve been working closely with the Brembo team over the last few months to cement our position as the No. 1 distributor in the UK, significantly increasing our stock holding throughout our branch network.

LKQ Euro Car Parts have the largest stock of Brembo pads and discs in the UK and we have increased this even further. Great news for your LCV customers, it gives you immediate availability and negates the need to ring round for stock.

24 24,000 MONTHS MILES *

■ A leader in brake technology, Brembo has OE identical parts in the range ■ Invests a significant portion of its turnover – 5% – in Research and Development ■ Patented discs in range such as water-based UV coating, Pillar Vent Technology (PVT) and two-piece composite discs (on certain applications) ■ Brembo conducts more than 150 tests on the track and covers a million kilometres (3 times the distance between the Earth and the moon) in road tests to ensure the highest possible quality of its products. About Brembo Brembo is a world leader in the design, development and production of braking systems and components for cars, light commercial vehicles, motorbikes, industrial vehicles and machinery, for the OE market, aftermarket and racing. Their light commercial vehicle range (up to 6 tonnes) offer superior performance and can withstand the stress caused by a combination of intense use, heavy loading, and reducing speed by braking typical of these vehicles. Brembo produces braking systems boasting excellent performance, outstanding structural strength and simplified maintenance.

98%

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BREMBO CO-CAST TECHNOLOGY

The Mercedes/Brembo OE brake disc has a ribbed/castellated design on the hub. This has been patented by Mercedes, and the only option for this disc is via a Mercedes dealer.​ Brembo introduced an alternative disc with a smooth hub design overcoming the Mercedes patent. This disc uses Brembo Co-Cast technology: the only difference is that this version does NOT have the ribs/castellations visible.

CASTELLATED DISC

BREMBO CO-CAST DISC​

What you need to know ■ Such technology not only ensures that the braking system’s performance will be high, but it also reduces the disc’s weight by up to 15%, therefore providing a consumption and emission reduction and improved driver handling. ■ The Brembo Co-Cast disc is perfectly interchangeable with the original disc, but it has also passed the most severe bench tests and it’s approved according to ECE-R90 standards.

QUALITY FROM EICHER

With the rise in the cost of living, being able to offer an alternative to OE brands will really make a difference to some of your customers. However, you don’t need to scrimp on quality – Eicher has been the choice of many workshops for over a decade. Eicher coefficient friction material provides a stable solution that offers less fading at high temperature and high speed, while ensuring long product life, with quiet braking under any condition - all while maintaining high environmental standards.

97%

WARRANTY 24 24,000 MONTHS MILES

Warranty is against wear and tear

Exclusive to LKQ Euro Car Parts, Eicher brake pads and discs have been a brand of choice for many of the UK top fleets for the last 10 years in the UK. Find Eicher brake pads and discs on Omnihub.

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PAGID – CHECKING BRAKE FLUID Signs that your customers brake fluid needs to be changed ■ Your ABS Light Comes On One of the simplest indicators that your brake fluid either needs a change or needs a top-up is if the Anti-Lock Braking System, or ABS light on your dashboard turns on. While some older vehicles may not have an ABS light, newer vehicles are equipped with this indicator to let you know if there is something wrong with your fluid. ■ Pedal Problems Another way to tell if your brake fluid is low or needs to be replaced is if your brake pedal isn’t responding like it used to. If your pedal feels firmer than usual, the fluid could be contaminated. If it feels easier or softer when you press the pedal down, this can mean that your fluid is getting low. ■ Strange Noises When Braking If your braking system doesn’t have enough fluid in it, or if the fluid is old, your brakes may begin to make noise. At this point, it is important to have your brakes checked as soon as you can, before any damage occurs to your braking system. ■ Brake Pads Not Functioning as Well When your brake fluid is dirty or low, it isn’t able to depress your brake pads as efficiently as it should. This can cause uneven wear or damage to your brake pads, which can cause grinding, squeaking, or squealing noises when you use your brakes. ■ A Burning Smell If you’re noticing a burning smell or see smoke after using your brakes over a period of time, this can mean that your brakes are overheating. If this happens, you need to pull over as soon as possible in order to allow the brakes to cool. If you keep driving, the overheated fluid can actually lead to brake failure, causing you to be unable to stop.

If you notice that your brakes aren’t performing as well as they used to, it is important to have your braking system checked as soon as possible to avoid losing braking function.

Are there different types of brake fluid? Yes, there are three main types of brake fluid. ■ So called “conventional” or “universal” brake fluids based on glycol ethers and designated DOT 3, DOT 4 or DOT 5.1. These are used by all the major vehicle manufacturers, and account for more than 99% of all brake fluid usage. ■ Fluids based on silicone. These can be used in normal braking systems but should not be mixed with conventional grades. Used by some classic cars and military vehicles. ■ Fluids based on mineral oil (LHM). These require special braking systems and are totally incompatible with conventional fluids. Used in some older Citroen and Rolls-Royce vehicles. Within the conventional grades there are many sub-grades.

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Why do I need to change my brake fluid?

The shelf life of brake fluid At Pagid, we occasionally receive enquires from our customers regarding the shelf life of brake fluid – especially when packaged in plastic bottles. Brake fluid is strongly hygroscopic (it absorbs moisture from the atmosphere) and consequently even when packaged in closed bottles, its boiling point tends to decline. This is because the plastic walls of the bottle can be very slowly permeated by water vapour, which is then absorbed by the fluid. In fact almost any flexible or elastic material can be permeated by water vapour in this way. The magnitude of this boiling point decline is dependent upon several varying factors such as the relative humidity of the surrounding atmosphere, the wall thickness of the bottle, the type of closure used, the grade of brake fluid involved and the ambient temperatures, all of which can make shelf life predictions difficult. However, for a non-racing brake fluid in a temperate climate we would normally quote a shelf life of approximately 18-24 months from the date of production. In practice we usually find that where brake fluid containers have been kept in stock for this length of time, the packaging begins to deteriorate aesthetically, gathering dust or showing signs of ageing such as fading of the labels etc, and this also imposes a practical shelf life as far as saleability is concerned. We would emphasise that brake fluid stored in closed containers does not suddenly become unsafe after its shelf life has expired, in fact in certain cases it may be perfectly safe to use up to a period of perhaps 10 years or longer. However, after its effective shelf life has passed, it can no longer be guaranteed to meet the specification against which it was supplied. Of course storage conditions influence shelf life. We normally recommend that brake fluid packages are stored under cover in a dry and largely dust free environment, out of direct sunlight at a temperature of 15 -30°C. Large changes in humidity or temperature should be avoided where possible.

Conventional brake fluids are hygroscopic; they attract and absorb moisture from the atmosphere. This process will take place throughout the service life even though brake fluid is in a “sealed” brake system, as water vapour molecules are able to slowly penetrate the flexible rubber brake hoses. Over time, this results in a decline in the boiling point of the brake fluid, and increases the risk of corrosion to metal components. As the volume of moisture in the brake fluid increases, the boiling point will eventually reach a critical level where it is dangerous. This is why all European vehicle manufacturers recommend a complete fluid change periodically.

Can brake fluids be mixed? Yes, brake fluids conforming to DOT 3, DOT 4 and DOT 5.1 can safely be mixed although the performance of the higher specification products will be diluted. Silicone (DOT 5) and mineral-based brake fluids should never be mixed with any other types. I tested some new brake fluid with a brake fluid tester, and it failed. Why? Almost certainly, you were using a conductivity-type brake fluid tester. Although these are very cheap, they can give misleading and even dangerous results, and must not be used. Obtain a tester that will actually heat the fluid and re-test it. Most likely, you will get a very different result.

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OPTIMAL - STEERING KNUCKLES

What is a Steering Knuckle?​ In automotive suspension, a steering knuckle is the part which contains the wheel hub or spindle and attaches to the steering and suspension components. The steering knuckle is the pivot point of the steering system which allows the wheels to turn. On vehicles with conventional suspension systems the steering knuckle’s spindle locates and supports the inner and outer wheel bearings. Generally, the spindle is used on non-driven wheels​.

The steering knuckle is situated where the wheel meets the suspension which meets the steering. The wheels mount to the outside via a hub or a spindle, and the tie rod and suspension connects inside via mounts that allow the knuckle to pivot.

STEERING KNUCKLE

How do we know the steering knuckle needs replacing?​

If the ball pin hole in the knuckle shows signs of excessive wear, corrosion or distortion, the knuckle should be replaced. A steering knuckle can be cracked or bent due to a heavy impact from a pothole, kerb or other object in the road. If the steering knuckle breaks the steering alignment will be thrown out leading to poor handling and uneven tyre wear. ​

A damaged steering knuckle can put additional stress on the ball joints causing them to fail, often suddenly. Unfortunately, steering knuckles are heavy-cast parts made of steel or aluminium and are not repairable. ​ Damage to the steering knuckle could be discovered anytime during the collision repair process.​

WHY OPTIMAL? ​ Safety, reliability and precision is what you need from steering and suspension products. Try out the quality of the OPTIMAL chassis and steering parts for yourself - you will be impressed. The range is constantly developing and extending, and we have added over 200 parts to the steering knuckle range. ​ Production locations for OPTIMAL chassis and steering parts are certified according to quality management standard ISO TS 16949. This certification is your guarantee that the products meet the strict quality requirements of the automotive industry and is why we can offer a 3-year warranty on OPTIMAL products.​

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OPTIMAL - ELECTRIC AND HYBRID VEHICLES​

Focus on EV and Hybrid​ Over the last decade, modern cars have been getting bigger and heavier, which puts steering and suspension components under ever greater stress. This is recognised with the charging elements for hybrid

and electric vehicles.​For over 30 years the OPTIMAL range has gained a reputation for uncompromising engineering, with all parts manufactured in line with OE methods, using quality materials and equipment. These technical standards prevent spare parts from failing prematurely. ​ OPTIMAL steering and suspension components, including control arms, tie rods, ball joints, stabiliser links and steering knuckles, have been engineered to be the professional’s choice for replacement parts. The OPTIMAL Steering and Suspension range is accredited to ISO/TS 16949​ ■ Manufactured to exacting standards using the same processes to those used for OE components​ ■ Tested to withstand temperatures of 120°C to -40°C ​ ■ Salt spray testing for 1,000 hours ​ This is why the OPTIMAL range is covered with a 3-year warranty.​Our constantly expanding range currently includes over 2,000 items and covers the very latest electric and hybrid models:​ Saloon cars​ ■ Renault Zoe ■ Tesla Model S ■ BMW i8​ ■ VW e-Golf​ ■ Mercedes GLC range​ ■ Nissan Leaf​ ■ Porsche Cayenne Commercial vehicles​

■ Peugeot Expert​ ■ Citroen Berlingo ■ Mercedes eVITO ■ Renault Master III​

The OPTIMAL range of parts covers over 300 EV and Hybrid applications for 36 vehicle manufacturers.

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NEW TO RANGE STARLINE SHOCK ABSORBERS AND SPRINGS

NEW

YEARS WARRANTY 3

Growing range! A few years back we introduced a comprehensive range of linkages under the Starline brand. Since it's introduction this range of products has been fitted to hundreds and thousands of your customers vehicles. To enhance our range, we are starting to add new products that fill the gaps and replace some of our outgoing brands to give you a full offering.

SHOCK ABSORBERS

Specifications: ■ Strict process, piston rod alone goes through 20 procedures of precision processing ■ Starline shock absorbers are GAS as standard - low pressure nitrogen gas is added to provide enhanced comfort and noise reduction replicating the OE design ■ High quality materials used ■ Great quality ■ Quality control assurance with rigorous testing lab procedure ■ 3 years unlimited mileage warranty.

Specifications: ■ Springs are manufactured using only high-quality spring steel 55CrSi ■ Life-cycle test: 600,000 cycles with 50% pre-load condition life test of loaded strut to combine coil spring with bare strut ■ 100% coil spring compression test ■ Every batch receives a raw material tensile strength test ■ Analysis of salt spray test of surface coating ■ Salt spray tester ■ 3 years unlimited mileage warranty.

COIL SPRINGS

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NEW TO RANGE STARLINE AIR SUSPENSION

Range Overview Starline has over 200 references for air suspension available from stock, covering practically all applications in the EU aftermarket. The range covers all fast-moving items and frequently replaced items for BMW, Mercedes, JLR and VAG. Starline has also gone further to stock slower moving but equally important parts for brands such as Jeep, Tesla and more. Starline air compressors include everything required for replacement as they mostly come complete with valve blocks, fitting pipes, cage to save time, money and reduces warranty when replacing as they come complete. 3 years unlimited mileage warranty.

A complete range of linkages Whether it’s a tie rod end, idler arm or coupling rod, the Starline range has it all. We’ve got a comprehensive selection of linkage components which is backed up Starline's history.

We have over 3,500 parts in the Starline range covering most vehicle applications in the UK.

Since 1999, the Starline brand has been at the forefront of the automotive industry, supplying high quality products at affordable prices for workshops.

Find out more

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AIR SUSPENSION - HOW TO IDENTIFY PROBLEMS AND REPAIR

Compressor Sometimes a compressor delivers insufficient air pressure. In this case the vehicle will not reach the right level, especially with extra load. Most compressors break or burn out due to a leak in the air suspension system. Therefore burn-out new compressors will be rejected for warranty. The relay must always be replaced. An old or damaged relay can also lead to a burnt-out compressor. Air Springs/ Struts The “VOSS” OE airline connector is a push in lock system. Attempts to manually tighten the connector can damage the screw thread, causing a leak. Air springs are wear and tear products, lasting 6-10 years before they start leaking. Leaking usually starts on the folding edge of the sleeve. Arnott uses Tier 1 parts for multiple components of the air spring, such as Continental for the rubber below, VOSS connectors, and heavy-duty crimping rings.

Malfunctioning valve blocks can produce similar symptoms as leaking air springs.

If a car (corner) drops 1 inch overnight, there is a leak in the system.

Air suspension system The shock absorber takes the first hit when worn out, the air spring absorbs the shock and gets damaged. A leaking shock absorber damages the rubber below.

An Arnott remanufactured air strut is renewed inside-out, remanufactured with a professional approach and high-quality components.

A leak can only be fixed by replacing the complete part (air spring).

After replacing, the engine must be started before lowering the vehicle. This ensures that the air spring unfolds in the correct shape.

Detecting a leak often only requires water and soap spray.

■ Continental ContiTech air sleeve ■ Longer-lasting design using advanced materials ■ Premium five-layer cross-corded construction

■ High-impact composite top and bottom piston ■ Designed, assembled and tested in the USA and Netherlands ■ Detailed installation manual available

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STARLINE WHEEL BEARING KITS

YEARS 3 WARRANTY

Our Starline range of products are always evolving. We already have a comprehensive range of linkages suited for LCV and with bearings it’s no different. The range includes over 700 sets of bearings and wheel hubs for front and rear axles. The sets are comprehensive, including all of the accessories (washers and cotter pins) and the grease. Starline bearings come with a 3 year warranty and our ranges cover 90% of the vehicle car parc.

■ A full range of kits containing all necessary components

■ High precision production process produces highest quality components to tightest tolerances ■ Every unit undergoes 100% measuring and inspection through a 23 point quality control process ■ Endurance tests are conducted to ensure highest performance.

■ Complete range standard Gen1 bearings to Gen2/3 and complete hub assembly’s including ABS sensors where required ■ Full vehicle coverage including LCV, passenger vehicles, fully Electric Vehicles and Hybrid

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STRUT TOP BEARING FAILURES EXPLAINED BY THE EXPERTS

CORROSION DRIVING IMPRESSIONS ■ Steering is heavier ■ Continuous squeal when turning steering wheel or on damaged road surfaces CAUSES ■ Damaged boot (poor quality part, weather conditions) ■ Bad seal integrity ■ Ingress of contaminants such as water, salt, mud, sand, etc. ■ Vehicle age EFFECTS ■ Corrosion of the strut bearing INVERTED INSTALLATION DRIVING IMPRESSIONS ■ Steering is heavier ■ Risk of increasing noise level CAUSES ■ The strut bearing was not installed in the correct orientation EFFECTS ■ Damage of the strut bearing ■ Damage of the strut damping block ■ Possible failure to pass motor vehicle inspection

TEARING OF THE STRUT DAMPING BLOCK DRIVING IMPRESSIONS ■ Feeling of float in front axle ■ Degraded suspension performance ■ Uneven wear of front tyres CAUSES ■ Poor road surface condition ■ Inappropriate driving (driving up onto the curb at high speed, etc.) ■ Ingress of contaminants ■ Defective shock absorber ■ Missing components from the assembly (support cup) FRACTURE DRIVING IMPRESSIONS ■ Steering is heavier ■ Noise on damaged road surfaces or when turning steering wheel CAUSES ■ Bad road condition (repeated passage through potholes) across speed bumps) ■ Too frequent shocks ■ Defective strut bearing EFFECTS ■ Strut bearing breakage

EFFECTS ■ Perforation of strut damping block by the shock absorber piston rod ■ Windscreen fracture RECOMMENDATIONS ■ Replacement of the two complete strut mount kitscorroded strut bearing and probably the boot as well

RECOMMENDATIONS ■ Locate contaminant water ingress and replace

corroded strut bearing and probably the boot as well

RECOMMENDATIONS ■ Determination of the cause and repair by replacement of the complete strut mount on both sides

RECOMMENDATIONS ■ Carefully follow the correct order and orientation of each component make and make ensure no parts are missing.

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FLUSHING CRITERIA

HYDRAULIC STEERING SYSTEM

USEFUL INFORMATION

Why steering systems often fail: ■ Hose residue in the system – power steering hoses deteriorate from the inside out, this causes rubber residue which may block the Power Steering System. To resolve, the system would need to be replaced every five years. ■ A faulty steering pump – metal debris from the steering pump can cause damage to the seals, scoring to the internals of the steering pump and rack.

The main reasons for flushing the system on all power steering systems is that the fluid becomes contaminated during regular use, and the contamination will cause premature failure of hydraulic seals under pressure.

Our recommendations to successfully fit a new rack or pump

You’ve ordered your hydraulic steering system via Omnipart or your local branch and it has arrived and it’s ready for fitting. In the box, you will find instructions, we recommend you thoroughly read the information provided before fitting. Some product instructions may include QR codes for further fitting information.

As you’re fitting a new system – you’ll need new fluid to flush out the old, stock up via Omnipart!

Now you’ve got your new rack or pump and plenty of new fluid you are ready to make a start… You must completely flush the system before fitting the NEW Rack or Pump This is VERY important so that the system does not fail from the start – i.e. the old fluid damaging seals.

By following the installation life span of your p

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CLEARING CRITERIA

ELECTRIC POWER STEERING

USEFUL INFORMATION

All of our Electric Power Steering (EPS) racks are plug and play – a term that describes the simplicity that we bring to problem installations and in 95% of occasions, eliminates the need for programming of the remanufactured EPS product supplied.

Our recommendations to successfully fit a new rack or pump

You’ve ordered your electric steering system via Omnipart or your local branch and it has arrived and it’s ready for fitting. In the box, you will find instructions, we recommend you thoroughly read the information provided before fitting. Some product instructions may include QR codes for further fitting information.

Now you’ve got your new rack or pump, you need to remove any fault codes caused by the previously failed EPS product, that may be embedded or stored in the vehicle ECU.

A calibration needs to be performed during installation every time a replacement product is fitted. Failure to do this can cause premature failure of your EPS remanufactured product.

n guide provided you will extend the power steering products.

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STARLINE BATTERIES OUR START STOP BATTERY RANGE EXPLAINED AGM Technology

Longer service life

Improved starting performance

Leak proof

Excellent charge acceptance

Greater deep cycle resistance

Maintenance free

AGM is the leading technology on the market for the most exacting requirements. AGM batteries are engineered to cope with the excess heat created by regenerative braking and the continuous on/off action of the Stop-Start system. Importantly, they power the electrics when the engine is in “sleep mode”, at traffic lights or stuck in jams. Only ever replace AGM with AGM or it will fail prematurely.

YEARS 3 WARRANTY

EFB Technology

Longer service life

Improved starting performance

Leak proof

Outstanding charge acceptance

Greater deep cycle resistance

Maintenance free

EFB technology satisfies requirements that lie somewhere between conventional starter batteries and AGM technology. Like AGM, EFB batteries power the electrics when the engine is in “sleep mode”. They ensure that sufficient energy is always available, even when a large number of energy consumers are operating during the stop phase. Only ever replace EFB with EFB, or it will fail prematurely. DOWNLOAD OUR LATEST BROCHURE

YEARS 3 WARRANTY

WHY WAIT TILL WINTER TO GET ENGAGED WITH BATTERIES? Make sure you are testing every vehicle that enters the workshop.

Testing batteries is a huge profit opportunity. It should take no more than ten minutes to check a car battery if you’re equipped with the right battery tester. Doing a battery health check will alert you to any underlying battery faults before they become an issue, in turn helping you to build customer confidence because they’ll know where to come back to next time. The stats speak for themselves and an opportunity for your garage could be just round the corner:

■ One in three vehicles entering a workshop could require a new battery

■ Three out of four customers will purchase and replace a battery the same day if the test accurately shows a weak/bad battery

■ 40% of national breakdowns occur as a direct result from battery failure.

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VARTA BATTERY FITTING INSTRUCTION EXCLUSIVE TO OMNIPART CUSTOMERS.

With the increased complexity of battery replacement on newer vehicles and especially start stop models, we have worked closely with Varta to provide a step- by-step guide. For start stop batteries fitment can be tricky, and location of these batteries are not always the easiest to find. Take the Range Rover Velar, the battery is stowed away in the boot. These guides aim to take away the complexity of fitment, saving you time, and best of all not having turn work away to another garage or OES.

GOOD TO KNOW

What are the Benefits;

Log into Omnipart or create an account Enter vehicle registration in the VRM search on Omnipart home page ■ This will then load the page with the product selection ■ The vehicle registration must be used as the fitting instructions are vehicle specific So where do you need to go?

Any additional steps to code the battery included.

Location of the battery

Step by step instructions

Select Battery ■ This can be found in top car parts searches or via electrical and ignition

Select Varta Brand ■ Select “VIEW PRODUCT”

Download the fitting instructions

Instructions downloaded as a PDF

Talk to you customers about this FREE fantastic tool, and how it can save them time.

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ELECTRIC AND HYBRID APPLICATIONS R MANUF CTURED VDO INJEC ORS

NOW IN STOCK

VDO injectors have previously been impossible to remanufacture due to the key components not being available to aftermarket remanufacturers. Lucas Diesel have developed their own Piezo Solenoids to be able to offer the only true remanufacture of these injectors.

USEFUL INFORMATION

All injectors are tested to OE specifications and the test results, along with the IMA programming codes, can be found via the QR code on the side of every Lucas injector.

Lucas Reman VDO Injector Part number: 432735402 1.6 TDCI Ford, Citroen, Peugeot, Volvo & Mazda

Need assistance? Call the Lucas Diesel Technical Assistance Helpline: 0800 160 1113

WHY AISIN?​

The 5th largest supplier of OEM (Toyota group) in the world. Thanks to a proud OE heritage, spare parts are produced for Japanese and Korean cars - brands with models that set the world standard for reliability and performance.​ ​Pioneers in automatic and hybrid transmissions, AW merged with AISIN in April 2021 to become one big company. AISIN has been involved in the development of key automobile parts such as gearboxes and engine components.

■ More than 50 years of OE expertise​ ■ Proven quality spare parts, reliability​ ■ Advanced safety performance with ADVICS braking range​

■ Ready-to-use Ultra Long-Life coolant (5 years/250,000 km) for all makes, all models. Advanced P-OAT (hybrid) technology.​

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ELECTRIC AND HYBRID APPLICATIONS ALL YOU N ED TO K OW ABOUT OUR MPM OFFERING

■ MPM offers 99% car parc coverage ■ The UK and ROI have a huge product offering to service 1.5 million unique car components ■ Our range consists of engine oils, gear oils, automatic transmission fluid.

MPM brand offers complete availability for servicing a mixed car fleet according to manufacturer specifications, regardless of brand, make, model or car age.

MPM is the lubricants business partner to the universal workshop. Every MPM product is available in large and small pack sizes, to ensure a workshop can use the right product for each car without tying up capital or space unnecessarily. MPM provides the right products, but also the right information to the workshop to increase their lubricants revenue. Easy step-by-step manuals for ATF fluid changes available for download with ATF product recommendations on www.mpmoil.co.uk.

MPM only develops products according to exact specifications from the car manufacturers. MPM has all relevant OEM approvals to cover the majority of the car parc. This is achieved by close cooperation with all major car manufacturers.

WE’VE GOT THE LCV OIL RANGE FOR YOU

With years of experience and all the relevant OEM approvals, MPM has the correct oil for your customers. Go to MPM.com and see for yourself - we can give you the correct engine, gear and transmission fluids. Here’s some of our LCV oils below.

ENGINE OIL 5W-30 SYNTHETIC ESP-X – VW TRANSPORTER This premium synthetic ESP-X SAE 5W-30 fuel-saving engine oil has been specially formulated to meet the latest petrol and diesel engine requirements for passenger cars, vans and SUVs. Developed for better low speed pre-ignition protection, maintenance of exhaust after-treatment systems, optimal wear protection and improved fuel economy.

ENGINE OIL 5W-30 PREMIUM SYNTHETIC C3 DPF – SPRINTER This premium synthetic motor oil has been specially developed for BMW and Mercedes-Benz engines. This engine oil has the approvals of BMW Long Life 04 and Mercedes-Benz Long Life 229.51 / 229.52.. This SAE 5W-30 engine oil with ACEA C3 standard is recommended for petrol and diesel engines fitted with exhaust gas after-treatment systems.

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ALL INJECTORS ARE

…wrong! From a visual standpoint, Bosch injectors can all look very similar - which can be very confusing to workshops looking to replace faulty injectors with a genuine high-quality replacement. Today, the process of choosing the correct injector can be a problem, as there are now an increasing number of options available. With varying levels of quality, differentiating them from visual appearance alone is difficult. Injectors may appear the same on the outside and may even use the same Bosch part number as the genuine product, however, on the inside the spare parts and the repair methods that are used can differ vastly. Bosch have tried many ways to raise awareness of the importance of quality in the market but very often this is still overlooked for “cheaper” more cost-effective alternatives. We have all seen emails promising us a small fortune for signing up to something that always seems too good to be true. The same can be said when it comes to buying a replacement injector, as all injectors are NOT the same….

USEFUL INFORMATION

Things to look out for ■ Repaired, remanufactured, reconditioned. These terminologies can sometimes be misleading, making you think that these are genuine Bosch. However, many of these do not contain genuine Bosch parts and alarmingly many have not been repaired or tested on test benches that conform to strict Bosch guidelines and specifications. ■ Out of date injector – yes, injectors, believe it or not, do have a “Best before date.” When left too long, the test fluid inside the injector can dry out, causing the internal component to seize. An average injector has an approximate shelf life of around 5 years and many of these injectors get sold off cheap as they get closer to the end of their shelf life. ■ Removed from a scrapped vehicle – we all see these injectors at a quarter of the cost, mostly being sold online promising the quality of a brand-new genuine injector. These should be avoided at all costs! Question yourself, for example, would you purchase a toothbrush simply because it is described as good as new?

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THE SAME RIGHT?...

Many workshops fall into the trap of fitting inferior products, thinking that they are using a more cost-effective version of a genuine Bosch injector. Unfortunately, these inferior injectors cause excessive fuel consumption, lower performance, and sometimes irreparable damage to the engine and exhaust system. All of these problems lead to additional costs for the workshops and their customers. Therefore, it is important for workshops to be aware of this when choosing a replacement injector.

If it’s not in a Bosch Box…. It’s not Bosch!​

​Bosch offers either a new injector (same as the OE product) or a Bosch eXchange factory-remanufactured injector (remanufactured in Bosch OE facilities).​All genuine Bosch injectors are supplied in boxes complete with tamper-proof labels providing assurance and peace of mind.​ Bosch eXchange parts are the only genuine Bosch factory remanufactured products available in the independent aftermarket. ■ The eXchange range covers 95% of Bosch Common Rail Systems​ ■ 100% replacement of wearing parts​ ■ Assembled to the latest OE specifications with product enhancements incorporated into the remanufacturing process​ ■ Tested, validated, and inspected on the same production line as new parts which ensures that there is consistency​ ■ High functional reliability and long service life ​ ■ Time savings thanks to the ready-to-install Bosch eXchange products ​ ■ Price advantage compared to the new parts program​ ■ Same warranty as the new parts program

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The best in the aftermarket

Leading-edge design

Injectors

Why DENSO?

Unique choice, quality and performance are only some of the benefits of choosing DENSO aftermarket for your replacement diesel parts. With DENSO Corporation renowned as the third largest common rail diesel player in the world, our aftermarket ranges also benefit from an unrivalled original equipment heritage. DENSO has invested extensively in R&D for decades, often in partnership with major car makers, to pioneer increasingly efficient, powerful and reliable diesel engines with minimal emissions. ■ Cutting edge technology, replacement Diesel Fuel Injectors, Diesel Fuel Injection Pumps and Suction Control Valves ■ All OE quality components, that meet vehicle manufacturers’ specifications ■ Units that are unique to the aftermarket, not available from competitors ■ Continually expanding ranges offering substantial parc coverage

DENSO’s advanced, common rail Diesel Fuel Injectors are the reliable, powerful solution to providing diesel engines with the precise amount of fuel, at exactly the right time, and in the ideal condition for efficient combustion.

Features and benefits Injector system includes: ■ Fuel injection pump - pressurises fuel to high pressure ■ High-pressure pipe - sends fuel to the injector ■ Injector - injects the fuel into the cylinder ■ Feed pump (inside fuel injection pump) - sucks fuel from the fuel tank ■ Advanced design precisely pressurises and injects the fuel, forcing it into air that has been compressed to a high pressure in the combustion chamber to ensure optimum efficiency ■ Full range of injector types available ■ Wide selection of part numbers, covering many OE part numbers and hundreds of applications.