ESSENTIAL WORKSHOP TOOLING Schaeffler and Sealey present their essential tools, which reduce the possibility of errors and support both complex and fundamental tasks As vehicle systems become more complex, so does their servicing and repair. Schaeffler engineers recommend that certain essential repairs must be carried out using special tooling, such as the installation of Self-Adjusting clutches and generation 2 wheel bearing units. They stress that not using the correct tool during the installation of these products can greatly increase the chance of fitting errors that can lead to premature component failure.
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Other essential lower cost tool options include an OAP/OAD kit, see Figure 2, including all the Torx drives needed to remove and replace the Overrunning Alternator Pulley or Decoupler on virtually every single application. You can source the REPXPERT tool, part number 400044410, from your local INA distributor. Larger tool investments that garage owners could make to increase profit opportunities include kitting out the workshop with a range of modular tool kits to suit the wide variety of double clutch transmission systems currently fitted to many popular vehicles on our roads – including VAG DSG, Ford PowerShift and many others, see Figure 3. Schaeffler’s REPXPERT LuK IMI-approved double clutch system training course quips technicians with the knowledge, tools and skills to be able to carry out profitable double clutch replacements. Information on Schaeffler products, fitting instructions, labour times and more can be found on the REPXPERT workshop portal at www.repxpert.co.uk, on the REPXPERT app, or by calling the REPXPERT hotline on 0872 737 0037.
TOOLS
A self-adjusting clutch tool, see Figure 1, can be used during any clutch replacement, not just SAC, to ensure that the clutch is perfectly aligned, eliminating any risk of premature adjustment and clutch judder. The REPXPERT SAC clutch tool, part number 400023710, is available from your local LuK distributor, with alternatives also available from other tool manufacturers.
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A generation 2 wheel bearing tool is available to support a professional installation of these safety critical components. It is the only way to make sure the new bearing unit is installed into the hub carrier perfectly aligned, ensuring that the allimportant snap ring is engaged correctly during this process. Failure to correctly align the unit, or completely engage the snap ring, will certainly lead to follow-on problems for both vehicle owners and workshops.
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