YEAR 1 - N° 4-R$ 4,99
YOUTUBE CHANNEL
ACCESS THE QR CODE AND DOWNLOAD THE 100% MOTOR APP
NEW VW POLO
FIAT FREEMONT
DREAM THAT BECAME A NIGHTMARE
NEW RENAULT CAPTUR 1.6 CVT
FENATRAN
INTERNATIONAL HIGHWAY CARGO TRANSPORT SALOON.
“A Certeza de ir mais longe”
Lubrificação e tratamento com PTFE Lubrificante spray com PTFE
ta -m
Montagem de motores
Po r
C an al et
a
al as
Tr ilh os
Fe ch ad ur a
M
C ap ô
aç an et a
D ob r
ad iç a
AGBA spray
Adicionar ao óleo para tratamento de motores
LL-50 - Redutor de atrito; - Cria película autolubrificante de PTFE na zona de atrito; - Inibe a carbonização; - Elimina a partida a seca, reduzindo desgastes e travamentos; - Melhora o desempenho do motor, com maior potência final; - Reduz o consumo de combustível, através da redução no atrito. Após a limpeza com Heavy Flushing Oil, a aplicação de LL-50 junto ao óleo novo cria um ambiente antiaderente na zona de atrito, dificultando a fixação e acúmulo do verniz na zona de atrito. LL-50 deixa o motor mais suave e com reação rápida, traduzindo em melhor desempenho e rodar macio e econômico.
Limpeza localizada Limpeza localizada
Limpeza Química Limpeza Química
Limpeza de Piche Limpeza de Piche
AutoCleaning Spray AutoCleaning Spray
Limpeza do Corpo de Borboleta Limpeza do Corpo de Borboleta
Limpeza e descarbonização Limpeza e descarbonização
Fuel Cleaner Fuel Cleaner
Válvulas Válvulas
Bico injetor Bico injetor
Catalisador Catalisador
Sensor Sensor
Limpeza interna do circuito do óleo Limpeza interna do circuito do óleo
HeavyFlushing FlushingOil Oil Heavy
Antes Antes
Depois Depois
INDEX
06 TO THE READER Alight headlights law
10 ANALYSIS Renault Captur 1.6 CVT
14 ENGINE Oil vapor
16 DIRECTION Brakes assembly
18 TEST ROOM Volkswagen Polo 2018
26 EQUIPMENT Presence key
28 TECHNOLOGY Advance corrector
32 EVENT FENATRAN 4
TO THE READER
ALIGHT HEADLIGHTS
LAW
São Paulo’s vehicles haven’t
TURNED OFF
their headlights for more than a year. Text: Rafael Pires Photo: Milton Miagusco
In june 2017 the headlights law
used to it, this law was suspended and
equipments were developed to start car
completed one year. It started in 2016
a few months later it came back. Thus,
and headlights at the same time. Finardi
and assured that vehicles should have
many people were caught by surprise.
said: “As the law began I’ve noticed a
their headlights on in properly flagged
However, as Silva said in his G1 website
huge search for auto electrical workshops
roads at any time of the day. According
interview people are now adapting again.
seeking this upgrade”.
to the lieutenant Renê Ribeiro Silva in
interview for G1 website this action took
mechanic, made an observation about
government counts with this Brazilians
place in order to improve visibility and
this sudden return: “Its normal to traffic
lack of memory to pay the country’s bills.
traffic security.
through roads and notice vehicles with
Officials justify it as a security measure,
At first the number of fined
their headlights off. At this time, you
but the answer is never very clear.
drivers was high. It wasn’t an easy
know they have already been fined. The
Consequently, that little doubt hangs
change to adapt. Even more because
oversight happens nearby track access”.
around, like a sort of conspiracy theory.
after sometime, when tickets began
That question. Is it all just for profit?
dropping because drivers were getting
to lay all trust in the memory, new
José Carlos Finardi, automotive
As an answer for drivers not
In the end, seems like the
NEWSROOM
6
Director José Carlos Finardi Commercial director Karl Steinhauser Editorial directors José Carlos Finardi Rafael Chabbuh Pires Reporter/Presenter Thais Sória Gomes Art and Design director Milton Miagusco Junior Jornalist/Reviwer/Reporter Rafael Chabbuh Pires
Designer Rafael Chabbuh Pires Special Reporter/Consultant Antônio Bernardo José Augusto Stuani Reporter João Luiz da Costa Neto Tecnical Reporters Sérgio Pires Cristiano Destro Valdeci Arrais de Lima Photographer Fernando Mucci
The 100% Motor Magazine is a JC Produções monthly publication. Contact Tel: (55-11) 4337-6604 (55-11) 99917-0957 (55-11) 94018-2567 email: josecarlos.finardi@gmail.com jcfinardi@100porcentomotor.com.br Address: Dr. Amâncio de Carvalho, 941 Vl. Baeta Neves, SBC/SP
ANALISYS
NEW RENAULT
CAPTUR 1.6 CVT GEAR CVT
SUV THAT IS STAGE FOR THE
SHOW.
Text: Rafael Chabbuh Pires/ José Carlos Finardi Photos: Rafael Pires/Milton Miagusco
When Renault released the Captur 2.0 in February
rotation and increases speed due to its progressivity.
it wasn’t a good thing. Its gear was old fashioned and Besides, when the option of manual gear exchange the fuel consumption wasn’t ideal. The brand promised is set the “virtual” passing is abrupt and creates an to launch a new 1.6 version with automatic gear yet
illusion as if whoever’s driving had really changed it.
this year. They fulfilled it.
As José Carlos Finardi, 100% Motor test pilot, said:
“This is great for the sports direction enthusiasts”.
The new Captur 1.6 with the CVT came out
in June. This component improved considerably the car’s dirigibility. It is a continuous variation gear that
In the 100% Motors team’s test was observed
that its 1.6 motorization answers well even though
reduced fuel consumption, maintains stable engine there’s a slightly delay in take offs. It slips a little.
10
Nevertheless, after leaving immobility Captur behaved
resembled a whistle. The automatic gear expert Paulo
quite good. Besides, its engine noise levels are low
Cesar Penariol explained what causes such sound:
and pleasantly quiet. However other parts are not that
“It’s a gear issue. The chain gets into attrition with the
quiet.
pulley during low rotation. One continues movement
During the driving there was an unusual buzz. It
and the other stops. Vehicles of other brands that also
RENAULT CAPTUR 1.6 CVT TEST 0 TO 100 KM/H ACCELERATION 0-100: 15,3 s
use CVT don’t show this problem though”.
way, Renaults yet insists in the obsolete “little gasoline
Its suspension also appeared to make some
tank” for cold starts. Howsoever, its steering wheel is
noises when passing through irregular terrain. Still,
electro-hydraulic e has only height configuration, but
there was another sound coming from the central rear
depth one won’t be that missed.
security belt’s latch. It was hitting the ceiling. After a
Now, about Captur’s curve performance. Even
better evaluation a small magnet was found and its
with its bigger bodywork elevation was satisfactory.
purpose was to stop such contact.
The sits are comfortable and also have a lot of space.
All occupants have headrests.
Captur’s fuel consumption on road perimeter
was 6,5 km/l with ethanol. It could be better. By the
The Multimedia system isn’t exceptional, but has
many functions and interactivity. The test pilot José Carlos Finardi missed a better connectivity with the steering wheel. There’s only volume control plugged to it.
This Captur’s panel visibility is compromised. It’s
actually quite big, but its instruments are too small. There’s the design factor as well, is pretty, but not very functional.
The speedometer has an unusual reading. It
increases speed in 3 km/h approximately. It can help a driver not getting fined, but is not the real one.
Its trunk is very generous and with folded back
sits someone could fit a small move there. In the front an object holder can be found and a big glove compartment also, still the central console with cup holders has restricted dimensions. During the test there was even doubt if it could fit a cup.
Another observation Finardi made about Captur’s
convenience regarded the glasses. They don’t close automatically with car locking, its necessary to hold the button for a couple seconds. That’s why he said: “It’s easier for everyone when glasses close just by pressing the button. This holding thing might cause confusion and people might leave their car’s opened.
With all that said, the 100% Motor team
concluded that Captor 1.6 with CVT gear is a good vehicle. It has some technical issues, but tends to market expectations. And, logically will take the driver and all occupants to wherever they want to go with a pleasant drive.
ENGINE
OIL
VAPOR
An engine’s kart
Text: Rafael Pires Photos:José Carlos Finardi/ Rafael Pires/ Milton Miagusco Junior
A classic carburetor’s problem that stills happening in high technology vehicles is the oil vapor’s dispensation. This deficiency increases pollutants emissions, piles residues and can even blow the engine.
As a first option to solve such issue, assemblers
decided to redirect vapor into the air filter box and throttle body injection connection hose. However, according to the automotive mechanic José Carlos Finardi it triggered other setbacks: “In this region there’s subtle negative pressure and it pulls vapor to the box contaminating the filtering element”.
14
PERSISTENT problem.
After frequent adversities with this attempted
solution, a second option was to send emanation for the admission collector before the throttle body injection. Finardi explained: “This area also works with lower pressure. So here, oil goes through the TBI hole and impregnates the engine”.
A third option was directing it after the
TBI. An area that works with constant negative pressure. Approximately 20 kpa in low gear. Besides,
in gasoline vehicles this problem has less intensity because oil mixtures with it and burns, there’s still some gathering in the admission valves.
It gets worse in ethanol cars. Alcohol doesn’t
dilute oil residues, so everything gets clogged and harms vehicle dirigibility. In order to clean the gelatin from the carburetors interior is necessary to remove it or spent a lot of money in adequate products.
This problem has the same severity in
newer vehicles that operate with direct injection. Oil consumption is high, engine gets compromised and there are still tailings in the admission collector.
“multichamas” were also developed. Their function was to eliminate oil condensation in the admission collector. They are not very effective though. What happens is that these products allow liquid oil to impregnate the collector and form crusts in the valves. Nevertheless, they also cause excessive oil burn in the engine.
Among the oil vapor reminiscence complications
caused in old cars, there’s restraint of carburetors progressivity holes. It accumulates in the vat. Although,
DIRTY THROTTLE BODY INJECTION CLEAN THROTTLE BODY INJECTION
DIRECTION
REPLACING BRAKES ASSEMBLY
STOPPING IS
PROPERLY
IMPORTANT
TOO
Text: Rafael Pires/ José Carlos Finardi Photos: Rafael Pires
It’s very common for drivers trading brake pads without checking discs or roller grinders. This
security limit it might break and maybe even cause
happens because is cheaper. However, this practice
the car to rollover”.
can harm efficiency in at least 30% according to the
automotive mechanic José Carlos Finardi.
hisses. Now it isn’t anymore, which injures
He explained that other issues could occur:
passengers comfort. Thats why new pads entered
“This replacement, if not properly done causes
the market in order to solve this issue. One of them
irregular wear of the new parts and also loud noises.
has in its composition Kevlar. This material reduces
What happens is a lack settlement between pads
noise and increases at least by three times the
and discs. Still, if this piece’s thickness is out of the
product’s lifespan. Such system is used in subway
16
Formerly, earth-flax was used to cushion
brakes and supersonic elevators.
In this system, whoever is making it observes how
Finardi said: “Before doing anything, it’s
much the car moves after braking. For more precision,
better making a full evaluation of the braking system.
ABS system should be turned off. Assemblers use
Besides, all revisions must verify and substitute the
this data to approve pads utilization.
fluid”. Something that helps this revision considerably
is the brake test.
attention for is the adjustment of the rear bell
This test performed to measure the assembly’s
tarpaulins. But, if the car has disc system, drivers
efficiency is made by a dynamometer. Such gadget
should beware for pad’s conditions. Deregulation
calculates strength and elasticity. Although, it can
or wear might overload frontal brakes and results
also be made by emergency braking in a safe place.
will be harmed.
An important point that drivers should pay
POSTER
SALA DE TESTE
NEW
VW POLO HIGHLINE 1.0 TSI
THE 1.0 THAT LOOKS LIKE A 2.0 AND LEAVES EVEN THE MOST POWERFUL
BEHIND. Text: Rafael Pires/José Carlos Finardi Photos: Rafael Pires e Milton Miagusco
Once again Volkswagen exceeded expectations by shows a considerably pleasant performance. releasing a new three cylinders Polo. Its mechanic is What makes it possible is the 1.0 TSI engine an VW UP’s update that even with additional weight that provides power when necessary. Its torque level
20
of ascendant and descendant gear. Such fact makes Polo very sporting. Its cushions or, in other words, its vibration protection are better than UP’s. What gives also superior dirigibility. Now, about fuel economy, it was good. However, Finardi said: “I actually expected a little more. Just for the fact that this is an overfed direct injection vehicle. One more gear position could solve it”. Nevertheless, there’s a number “200” in its rear before the TSI initials that creates some doubt. It indicates torque measurements by newton-meters, but in Brazil other units are used. That’s why, when the 100% Motor team invited people for a quick test drive all of them thought the car was a 2.0. Still, what was surprising is that such confusion wasn’t just caused by the number, it also happened due to the powertrain assembly’s capacity. Polo has disc brakes with big proportions. It presented effectiveness during test and no old VW characteristic assembly’s noises were noticed. Its suspension is well dimensioned in relation to spring and shock absorbers. Besides, both of this components work with elevated cargo and it doesn’t compromised comfort.
was anticipated and according to the 100% Motor team’s test pilot José Carlos Finardi this is a matter of efficient calibration. In his own words he pointed: “Volkswagen drew water from stone”. The 100% Motor Magazine’s tested the full version. Its gear is automatic, has six positions and also allows manual exchange. Something that really caught the team’s attention were the instant answers
It actually maintains good stability in accentuated curves or irregular terrain. Thus, no tire vibration is transmitted to its occupants. It’s a beautiful car with stylish lines. Its friezes also give Polo some distinctive charm and differences it from the Volkswagen Gol, a car that has the same bodywork. The back sits have good space, three points
security belts for all occupants. And, one of its best parts is a special configuration of the Brazilian Polo. There’s an air conditioning rear exit. It’s very comfortable for passengers. Moreover, near this exit there’s also an USB entrance. What’s always welcome. Another great part is the panel. It derives from the successful sister brand, AUDI. It has several configurations and its glow is considerably charming
at night. If it doesn’t please the driver, there’s a shutdown option that only leaves some commands visible. Although, after a panel like this everything else seems like just analog clocks. A good decision Volkswagen made was placing the cd player inside the gloves compartment. This doesn’t harm the eight inches’ multimedia screen design.
Its GPS works by voice command. Its trunk has a generous volume and can be increased by lowering the steppe cover. Seems like an excess of personalization. The floor could just always stay in such position, but it fits in to Polo’s proposal. The 100% team concluded that this new Polo is a great performance car. It will probably make competition rethink their next releases.
S
P
E
C
I
F
I
source: carrosnaweb.com.br
POLO HIGHLINE 1.0 TSI ENGINE 3 CYLINDERS 12 VALVES POWER RATING CC: 999 cm³ POWER: 128,13 cv/l TORQUE: 20,42 kgfm/l TRANSMISSION AUTOMATIC: 6 GEARS TRACTION: FORWARD GEAR CVT DIMENSIONS WIDTH: 1751 mm
PERFORMANCE
STEERING WHEEL
LENGHT: 4057 mm
MAX SPEED: 192 km/h
ASSISTANCE: ELECTRIC
ACCELERATION 0-100 km /h: 9,6 s
ROTATING DIAMETER: 10,9 m
HEIGHT: 1468 mm BETWEEN AXLES: 2565 mm 24
C
A
T
I
O
N
S
SUSPENSION FORWARD: INDEPENDENT, MACPHERSON REAR: THROTTLE SHAFT FUEL CONSUPTION FLEX URBAN: ETHANOL - 8,0 km/l GASOLINE - 11,6 km/l ROAD: ETHANOL - 9,8 km/l GASOLINE - 14,1 km/l TRUNK VOLUME: 300 LITERS ALIMENTATION TIRES
BRAKES
195/55 R16
FORWARD: DISCO VENTILADO
MAXIMUM ROTATION 6500 rpm
REAR: DISCO SÓLIDO
DIRECT INJECTION WEIGHT 1147 kg TRAILER: 400 kg
EQUIPMENT
FIAT
FREEMONT
A dream that turned into nightmare. Text: Rafael Pires/ José Carlos Finardi Photos:Rafael Pires
Meire Helena owns a Fiat Freemont. A
could even get more expensive.
cheaper solution. José Carlos Finardi,
seven places SUV with great finish and
Obviously Meire didn’t accepted
leader of the 100% Motor team says
well succeeded cost and benefit proposal.
and decided taking her car to a specialized
the trick here is running to specialized
However, after a little time of usage it
workshop. They removed all those pieces
workshops. However, he warned:
stopped starting without any explanation.
and made system repair.
“Presence keys are an expensive
That’s when the nightmare began.
Thus, cost dropped to at least
convenience. It’s better to stick with the
She decided taking her vehicle
one third of the initial budget. Besides,
conventional, but importunely there’s no
to the cars dealership in order to find out
the mechanic noticed the problem was
running from it”.
what happened. Their conclusion was that
result of a module’s file corruption. He
the transponder, a presence key electronic
explained: “Cars with such function always
another similar irregularity much easier
communication devise suffered frequency
show presence key recognition issues.
to solve. He said: “In two or three months
loss. It seemed like something simple at
It happens in many brands like BMW,
of usage the key’s battery my go low. In
first, but then came the budget.
VOLVO, but the champion is Mercedes-
vehicle’s manual there’s an orientation
Benz. Fixing can be more expensive them
to place it at the start button. With this,
parts like column lock and radio frequency
50 thousand BRL”.
there’s recognition and engine starts”. So
antenna had to be replaced. It would all
before taking a car anywhere, it’s good
cost more than 15 thousand BRL, and
reprogramming. It was a quick and way
According to the company other
Repair was made by assembly’s
Finardi also alert that there’s
to try such technique.
TECHNOLOGY
ADVANCE CORRECTOR GADGET
Adapting vehicles to gasoline’s
ETHANOL ADDITION. Text: Rafael Pires/José Carlos Finardi Photos: Milton Miagusco Junior
Back in 1980 fuel was practically pure gasoline. Since then, ethanol’s percentage has increased and it tends to grow gradually. In 2015 it went from 25% to 27%. Such change has its advantages, it improves gasoline’s compression resistance and diminishes carbon monoxide emissions.
However, it can cause performance deficiency in
gasoline only vehicles. They don’t have the necessary
28
technology to prevent alcohol aggression. Imported ones that don’t use ethanol in their origin countries present functionality issues.
That’s why, a gadget was developed to
compensate alcohol extra quantities. Its name is advance corrector. With this equipment a car could work with 70 to 80% ethanol in its tank.
The 100% Motor team’s test pilot José Carlos
Finardi tested it in a Ford Fiesta and said: “It had an excellent dirigibility with this equipment. In the test there was 60% alcohol in the mixture and this car that used to make 7 Km/L started making 10. Besides, in normal conditions it had problems that did not appeared after such modifications”.
Finardi was surprised with the fuel economy and
also explained what to do in case the driver wants to go back to gasoline: “If that’s the case, the advance corrector should be configured to six degrees. However, if pine strike is noticed 10 liters of alcohol should be added. This will prevent detonation and consequently cylinder overheat”.
An interesting point about this gadget is that
even with performance increase at high ethanol levels vehicles don’t became Flex. That doesn’t happen because there’s no electronic injection correction.
“It’s not a miracle. It is stoichiometric range
adequacy” said Finardi after driving approximately 300 kilometers with a Ford Ka, another car that answered well to the advance corrector. In this test, cold start wasn’t installed because the amount of gasoline was enough for it to happen normally.
REVISION
TIME TO CHANGE THE
OIL
Each high technology engine has its own lubrication oil. They are specified by their manufacturers. There are synthetics, semi-synthetics and mineral ones. Functions are the same, lubrication engine, avoiding metallic surfaces contact and cool it. The difference between them is in its obtainment. Besides, each one has different viscosity and it influences engine functionality.
Older vehicles had bigger gaps that were
compensated by ticker liquids. Newer ones had a sensible reduction. Therefore, if the wrong substance is added, lubrication might be harmed and engine sometimes
30
KNOW WHAT TO DO. ONLY THE
RIGHT ONE WILL TO DO THE TRICK.
STEP BY STEP -Flush engine to remove residues. -Remove oil. -Remove oil filter. -Add manufacturer’s recommended oil
could actually even blow.
In case inadequate usage happens, fuel
consumption will increase. Pieces like oil pump that had dimensions reduced over time will suffer more mechanical resistance and the oil film could break.
Some vehicles with small gaps on hydraulic head
plunger will also have functionality issues. Their valves will remain closed and engine won’t work while oil is cold. Because, in this case density increases.
So, it’s worth it to use the cars correct oil. Check
it out what to do in the table above.
FENATRAN
EVENT
INTERNATIONAL HIGHWAY CARGO TRANSPORT SALOON. Text: Rafael Pires/José Carlos Finardi Photos: José Carlos Finardi/ José Augusto Stuani/Karl Steinhauser
FENATRAN is a vitrine of the most modern novelties from the heavy vehicles universe. In this fair many brands present trucks, road implements, equipments, auto parts, products, management services, tracking and maintenance.
This year, the twenty-first edition happened at
São Paulo Expo pavilion. It occurred between 16th and 20th October. Thus, many products were presented
sector showed growth signals and this was a crucial
in a network auspicious environment. What is one of factor for this year’s success. the saloons proposals.
At Fenatran’s website it’s said that more than
Despite the economic crises, which has affected 60 thousand visitors from 61 countries participated.
this segment, this was one of the most modern and Besides, 450 national and international brands were technologic fairs of history. According to organizers, the
32
in the exposition. That means many opportunities of
business.
parking space and free transport to the subway”.
The 100% Motor team did not stay out. The
leader José Carlos Finardi said: “In comparison with
Exposed products call a lot of attention. Some
designs even remind scientific fiction movies and
previous editions this pavilion presented a huge give an optimist vision of whatever is there to come. improvement. Logistic support structure was very Actually, participating from FENATRAN is a lot like good. The access was also way better, with nearby realizing the future is here.