Tuesday 19 February 2013

Problem with a MITSUBISHI GRANDIS 2.0 DIESEL 2006

MITSUBISHI GRANDIS 2.0 DIESEL 2006 60k

Lack of power under load, management light on fault code for EGR valve. Vehicle in limp mode and will not rev above 2500 rpm.

The fault was cured by removing and cleaning the EGR valve manually. Intake system cleaned with Diesel I.M.V. Cleaner, Clean and Protect (Advanced Formula Motor Flush and Oil System Protector) carried out and Advanced Formula Diesel Treatment added to the fuel tank and an extended road test carried out.

Thanks to Phil at Haycox Auto Services Rotherham.

Monday 18 February 2013

Problem with a LTI Black Cab 2.5 Diesel 2004

LTI TAXI 2.5 DIESEL 2004

Misfire, poor running and poor starting.

Fault was cured by cleaning the intake system with Diesel I.M.V. Cleaner, Clean and Protect (Advanced Formula Motor Flush and Oil System Protector) carried out and adding Advanced Formula Diesel Treatment to the fuel tank.

Thanks to Autotechnik, Manchester.

Wednesday 6 February 2013

Problem with a FORD FOCUS 1.6L 2001

FORD FOCUS 1.6L 2001 100K

Lack of power and engine misfire, coil and plugs checked, all okay. Suspect fault due to sticking valves.

The fault was cured by carrying out Advanced Formula Motor Flush and adding Advanced Formula Gas Treatment to the fuel tank followed by an extended road test.

Thanks to St Brides Street Garage, Old Trafford, Manchester

Tuesday 5 February 2013

Problem with a FORD GRANADA 2.0L AUTO 1993

FORD GRANADA 2.0L AUTO 1993 180K

Excessive automatic transmission fluid leak, suspect leak from torque convertor seal.

The fault was cured by adding 2 x tubes of Automatic Transmission Treatment and carrying out a long road test.

Thanks to M Braithwaite Motor Engineers in Bridlington, East Yorkshire.

Monday 4 February 2013

Problem with a MAZDA 6 2.0L TD 2006

MAZDA 6 2.0L TD 2006 30K

Lack of power and Diesel Particulate Filter warning light on, suspect particulate filter blocked. Due to oil dilution from diesel fuel these engines can suffer with excessive oil sludge. Recommended to check engine for excessive sludge and manually clean if required.

The fault was then cured by using Clean & Protect, 45 minute Advanced Formula Motor Flush carried out adding Oil System Protector to the new oil and adding 2 x Advanced Formula Diesel Treatment to the fuel tank and a long road test was carried out to allow regeneration of the particulate filter.

Friday 1 February 2013

Problem with a MERCEDES 320 CDI 3.2L 2001

MERCEDES 320 CDI 3.2L 2001 80K

Excessive black smoke, suspect fault due to sticking Exhaust Gas Recirculation valve.

The fault was cured by adding 2 x Advanced Formula Diesel Treatment and carrying out a long road test.

Thanks to Shane at Mercedes-Benz Tech in Warrington, Cheshire.