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How to adjust valve clearances on the K7J, K7M Renault and Dacia engine

Eight-valve engines developed by Renault K7J, K7M are installed on Renault Logan, Renault Sandero, Dacia Largus, and some other models of the Renault/Nissan concern. Adjusting the valves on the K7J and K7M engines is an important procedure to keep the engine running properly. It also does not hurt to check the valve clearances when replacing the gasket if there is an oil leak from under the cover.

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Chevrolet Cruze 1.8 Z18XER oil cooler (heat exchanger) leaks, what to do

The 1.8-liter Chevrolet Cruze F18D4 engine (Z18XER) is considered quite reliable and resource-intensive. However, it also has its weaknesses, well studied by our drivers. The Chevrolet Cruze heat exchanger cooling and lubrication systems are one of the sore points of this engine.

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How to replace the timing belt Skoda Fabia 5J 1.4 16 v BXW

The family of 1.4-liter engines (BXW) used by the VAG alliance, including the second-generation Skoda Fabia, is considered quite reliable. Some managed to go through them to overhaul up to 350 thousand. However, this does not negate the systematic maintenance of the engine. Including timely replacement of the Skoda Fabia timing kit.

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How to replace the thermostat of DSG6 VW Golf 6, Octavia A5. The engine does not heat up

It is well known that diesel engines warm-up very lazily in winter. Especially modern, with a complex cooling system. Such as the 2.0 TDI CR CFGB diesel with robotic DSG6 transmission. This tandem is most often installed on the Octavia A5, Golf 6, Superb, and a lot of other VAG models. If the engine warms up badly and for a long time, it may not be the main thermostat that is to blame.

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How to replace a timing belt Dacia Duster K9K 1.5 l

The diesel 1.5-liter Renault K9K engine was and still is installed on a lot of Renault's and Dacia models (Duster, Megan, Kangoo, Captur, Scenic), Nissan Almera, Qashqai, Micro, Mercedes A-Class W177, B-Class W247, Citan W415, and a number of others cars. Replacing the timing belt on a Dacia Duster K9K diesel engine is a common procedure.

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EGR valve Volkswagen Golf IV and fault code P0401 (16786)

Old Volkswagen Golf 4 generations were going to 2006. They set about a dozen different engines with a good set of gearboxes. In particular, 16-valve motors 1.4 and 1.6 liters of different series show themselves as reliable and hardy aggregates with small problems. One of them is a broken or worn EGR valve that causes an fault code Р0401 (16786).

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Thermostat Suzuki Grand Vitara (Escudo) 1.6 and 2 L: replacement, how to check

Suzuki Grand Vitara cars with 1.6-liter M16A and 2-liter J20A engines are deservedly considered one of the most reliable and durable. Minor troubles, such as a broken thermostat and some other problems in the cooling system, are easily fixed. How to change the thermostat for a Suzuki Grand Vitara 1.6- and 2.0 liter, which one is better to install, and we will find out all the details of the replacement right now.

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Timing chain replacement on 1.2 TSI EA111 engines (VW, Skoda, Audi)

The 1.2 TSI EA111 small-block turbocharged engine is used in a number of VAG models: A3 2 (8P), Fabia 2 (5J), Roomster 1 (5J), Yeti 1 (5L), Caddy 3 (2K), Golf 6 (5K), Polo 5 (6R) and some others. The biggest problem with these engines is a weak timing chain. Let's find out how to replace it and extend its service life.

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How to replace the fuel filter on a TDI VW or Audi diesel

Changing the fuel filter on VAG TDI diesel engines is not as easy as it may seem. Firstly, it is important to know when to change the fuel filter, and secondly, you need to choose the right filter for replacement, and there may be several of them. Thirdly, it is highly advisable to pump the power system with an OBD II scanner during replacement.

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