Vehicle Profile: Mini R56

BMW introduced an all-new, second generation of the Hardtop/Hatch Mini model in November 2006, on a re-engineered platform incorporating many stylistic and engineering changes. It uses the Prince engine, the architecture of which is shared with PSA Peugeot Citroën and is designed to be more cost-effective and fuel-efficient.Though the Mk II has a familiar look, every panel on the new car was changed from the previous model. New pedestrian impact safety requirements lead to an overall length increase by 60 millimetres (2.4 in) and the bonnet raised, to create more space for the front end to yield in case of impact.

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Commercial Vehicle Window Lift Regulators

Product Focus: Our Most In Demand Commercial Vehicle Window Lift Regulator

ER7005(L) & ER7006(R)

HEAVY-DUTY WINDOW LIFT REGULATOR WITH MOTOR.

MULTIPLE APPLICATIONS

DAF LF 45, LF 55, RENAULT C, D, KERAX, MIDLUM, PREMIUM, PREMIUM 2 AND VOLVO, FE, FL II 

DIRECT REPLACEMENT

NO HASSLE DIRECT FIT TO ORIGINAL MOUNT POINTS. REQUIRES NO ADDITIONAL FITTINGS OR DRILLING.

IMPROVED ENGINEERING

BRACED DESIGN ADDS STRENGTH AND TWIN CABLE SPREADS LOAD IMPROVING RELIABILITY.

DELIVERING ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT MATCHING PERFORMANCE WITH ADDED VALUE!

What're Camshaft Adjustment Valves

TechASSIST: Camshaft Adjustment Control Valves

The camshaft adjustment valve (also known as an oil control valve) is an integral part of the variable valve timing (VVT) system in modern engines. Each manufacturer has different technology and terminology for the system, some of the most recognisable names include VVT, VVTi, VTEC and VTi (For a full list please see Table 1). Many of which have been introduced with iconic VVT milestone vehicles.

There will also be some differences between manufacturers as to how the systems operate but fundamentally the concept remains the same…

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