The Automotive Blog

TrailerCheck 4 Vans installed in 22 TIP Service Vans. aide automotive Ltd

TrailerCheck’s ECU diagnostics Reader has now the option of reading and clearing codes on the following systems: Haldex, Wabco & Knor Bremse Anti Lock Braking Systems and Haldex, Wabco & Knor Bremse Electronic Braking Systems.

TrailerCheck is available is portable test boxes or van / workshop installed units. Remote Code Talk also covers reading and clearing of fault codes within the trailers ECU. Furthermore TrailerCheck 4 Vans  / Workshop also incorporates air test gauges enabling a total one man maintenance tool for trailers.

TIP Trailer Rental part of GE Capital recently placed an order for 22 Trailer Lights and Diagnostic testers, positive feedback made the decision to move from a Scrutineer to the Van TrailerCheck.

Trailer Tester As Supplied to TIP Trailer Rental

ISOCheck Lite is a new product from aide automotive ltd.

The ISOCheck Lite is a test box to test the Trucks ISO socket for pin faults.

Simple to use and with an excellent clear use guide this test box will quickly identify which pin has a fault.

This box makes testing an ISO 7638 socket simple and quick!

Simply plug the Susie lead into the test box, turn the truck ignition on, review the light sequence on the ISOCheck and then refer to the user guide to identify which pin is at fault.

Sales Directr Matthew Burke said “We offer excellent products in our range and the ISOCheck Lite is no different. We have seen sales increasing recently, especially through our distributors. Feedback has been excellent and follow on sales have been seen. Well done to our engineers.”

Contact aide automotive on 0115 8456471 or email shoponline@aideautomotive.com

ISO Socket Testers

On Board recording cameras are becoming an essential tool in vehicle incident evidence for vehicle operating companies.

Ideal for all applications such as Truck & Bus operators, Law Enforcement, Hauliers, Taxi, Private Cars and much more.

A recent call to aide automotive where a customer’s van fleet had been targeted for “Crash For Cash” moved the customer in the use of In Cab Camera’s as a retro fit to the fleet.

The Customer stated “Having been targeted by these people we decided to fit these cameras as a protective measure against Crash For Cash claims, but we have also seen to full benefit of the camera to improve driver standards and inevitable road accidents.”

The Black Vue is easily installed in less than a few minutes in any vehicle, the Camera bracket with sticky pad can be adjusted to suit any window.

Black Vue Software When you remove the SD Card and plug it into the computer you can then simply analyse how the accident was occurred with the Road Eye software. This software will allow you to watch back on the event, collecting vital information about your speed and location. A built in Google Map will show you the journey on the road while on playback and will allow you to find your exact location.

Companies could see their insurance premiums double in a year due to  ‘crash for cash’ incidents, also it is stated that a majority of crashes and accidents that involve a fleets vehicles are not the company’s fault.

Cameras argue the case for the operator, rather than filling out paper claim forms a cameras evidence is non questionable. With insurance companies generally favour the cars in incidents the camera can put the blame in the correct place.

With more and more Duty Of Care and Safety requirements being put on business in today’s world an Incident Camera can have a positive effect on a safety record and possibly more importantly keeping vehicles on the road.

aide automotive offer a supply and consultancy service to potential customers.

Call 0115 8456471 or email shoponline@aideautomotive.com

aide automotives Brake Efficiency Tester BrakeCheck is the ideal way to test vehicle brakes.

VOSA are continually advising operators, commercial repairers and in house workshops to complete regular inspection sheet brake test.

Being electronic there is a much higher accuracy and additional information such as average deceleration, a left/right pull measurement, speed at braking and stopping distance. All tests are time and date stamped.

BrakeCheck can be used and is accepted by VOSA for many vehicles, in the commercial sector VOSA approve BrakeCheck for testing all commercial type vehicles on every inspection. Within the MOT centre this device is used as back up to the roller tester but used in principal on 4×4 vehicles.

Gary Moir of MSK Waste said ” Using a Brake Efficiceny Tester such as a BrakeCheck has saved this company hundreds of pounds as taking vehicles to rollers testers for an inspection brake test is unecessary.”

Contact aide automotive for a Brake Efficiency Tester question by clicking on BRAKE EFFICIENCY 

Brake Tester Uisng Brake Efficiency to Report On Truck Brakes

aide automotive knows that workshops requires fast, accurate and effective tools to diagnose faults easily and quickly. A high percentage of brake EBS/ABS faults are around the sensor or the sensor itself.

The EBS/ABS Sensor Master is an easy to use device which will confirm each EBS/ABS sensor is operational and effective. By connecting to the sensor socket on each wheel, individual sensor faults can easily be identified. The Master also tests the exciter ring and the distance between the ring and sensor.

The Master is the ideal tool for any user, from an apprentice to a time served fitter, or a busy workshop. Quickly identifying and clearing the fault can save time and money, rather than calling in a dealer or diagnostic expert.

Using the Sensor Tester to check a sensor, the gap and exciter ring Royal Mail found they were able to easily and cost effectively repair warning lights faults on trucks and trailers without the need for expensive diagnostics tools or dealer trips.

aide automotives sales director said “The ABS Sensor Master has been an excellent product for cost effective ABS repairs of trucks and trailers for many years, I recall customer comments of this ABS test tool saving thousands in dealer fees and quick repairs with the vehicle quickly back on the road.”

To purchase a ABS Sensor Master please call 0115 8456471.

Sensor Tester for ABS or EBS

aide automotive recently supplied Anti Syphon Devices to Starmer Transport.

TP Anti Syph is a high quality device that helps to prevent the theft of fuel from commercial vehicles.

TP Anti Syph and FuelKeep Value are two cost effective products to stop quick siphoning of fuel from truck tanks.

Tony stated “to prevent fuel theft from our fleet of truck we purchased Anti Siphon devices from aide automotive. The service was second to none”.

Following recent fuel thefts in Wales, Detective Inspector Matthew Sedgebeer said: “What is most worrying is some thieves are syphoning from the petrol tank of a lorry while the driver is sleeping in the cab. We are aware of hot spot areas and will be taking action against those caught stealing fuel.”

Contact aide automotive on 0115 845 6471

When testing caravans fitted with a 13 pin plug and leisure battery all you do is plug the caravan into the TrailerCheck.

Power is taken from the leisure battery and shown by the reversing lights illuminating. Then simply take the handset control and walk around the van checking the other rear lights and side markers as you go. If there are no faults unplug the TrailerCheck ? job done.   For trailers or caravans with 7 pin systems, plug in the 13 to 7 pin adaptor� and connect the power lead to a suitable 12 volt battery. Then plug the trailer into the TrailerCheck and proceed with the test above.

Where 12V TrailerCheck really scores is when there is a fault.   The TrailerCheck will hold power on the faulty circuit leaving both your hands free while you trace the  problem. Then if you need to work on the circuit you use the handset to switch the power to another light or off altogether. You can then make the repair without risking a short circuit, switch the power to re-do the test without needing to move from the place where you are working.   As there is no need to keep walking back and forth to tow a vehicle, the test and repair times are really very quick even when you have more than one faulty light.

Matthew Burke Stated “Having a 24 volt trailer light tester in the product range we received regualr calls for a 12 volt tester. Adding this excellent simple tester to the product range will offer a service to commercial trailer repairers and light car & van trailer repairers.”

Contact aide automotive ltd or email shoponline@aideautomotive.com

With the fast emerging market of Hybrid cars, more and more garages are setting up to carry out maintenance.

aide automotive have introduced a Safe to Service Kit to disable the high voltage system and to help garages acquire the correct SAFE tools.

Hybrid cars have both a gasoline engine and an electric motor. It is important to follow standard safety precautions for each.

Matthew Burke stated “at aide automotive we are continually looking at new markets and products, Hybrid cars are going to be a massive new market and the tools required to repair them are specialised which fits into our product range.”

Electric engines typically run on higher voltages than traditional cars do. Mechanics and technicians must use specialized safety equipment when working on these cars. Safety tools for hybrid vehicles include specialized rescue and escape tools, non-conductive hand tools.

Trained and certified mechanics and technicians should perform service and maintenance on hybrid cars. A category III certified digital volt/ohm meter (DVOM) is used to test for stray electric current after the high-voltage system has been disabled. High-voltage gloves, rated at 1,000 volts or higher, should be certified and checked every 6 months. A full-face shield and a rubber apron also are recommended for anyone working on a hybrid vehicle. Manufacturers may recommend specialized safety tools for mechanics and technicians.

Non-conductive composite hand tools, such as screwdrivers, wrenches, ratchets, sockets, pliers and cutters, are recommended for those working on hybrid vehicles. Welding tools can act as electromagnets that send power through a hybrid system if it has not been correctly deactivated/disabled. Keeping a diluted boric acid solution or vinegar spray on hand can be used to neutralize battery leaks. Litmus paper will help determine if the battery acid has been neutralized.

The Hybrid Safe To Service Kit Contains:

CAT III 1000V Multimeter, Cables, Probes & Clips – Hybrid Safe! CAT III 1000V Protective Gloves Warning Sign 8mm & 10mm CAT III Spanners 10mm CAT III nut spinner Boric Acid Solution.

Contact aide automotive if you require a Hybrid Safe To Service Tool Kit

Safe To Service Hybrod Tool Kit

DRIVERS, ON AVERAGE, DO NOT CHECK TYRE PRESSURES ENOUGH TO KEEP TYRES RUNNING EFFICIENTLY.  THE ADDITIONAL COST OF RUNNING ON UNDERINFLATED TYRES IS OVER 3 BILLION POUNDS PER YEAR IN LOST FUEL, MILLIONS OF TYRES PREMATURELY WORN, BLOWOUTS AND ROADSIDE DOWN TIME, HIGHER CARBON EMISSIONS AND LESS SAFETY.  PRESSUREPRO MONITORS TYRE PRESSURE CONSTANTLY DISPLAYING CURRENT PRESSURES AND ALERTING TO LOW AND HIGH PRESSURES!

PressurePro checks tyre pressures 12,343 times every day!

TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE ABILITY TO PROPERLY MAINTAIN TIRES EASILY AND QUICKLY  ADD TO GREATER STABILITY, HANDLING AND BRAKING.

PressurePro displays current and low pressure alerts in the vehicle.  PressurePro can be integrated to vehicle telematics providing tire pressure info to an office based management system.  Immediately know pressures inside your vehicle at any time, standing or driving!

Contact aide automotive ltd to see how PressurePro  can be an effect TPMS for you.

aide automotive strive to offer quality equipment that’s the best of it’s kind whatever the product. Battery Boosters are offered from many suppliers, but are all products of this type effective?

The SOS Battery Booster will start engines when cold or dead flat.

As we enter the winter months and some potentially awful weather the strain upon batteries is greater than in the summer months. Drivers rely on lights and heaters to assist them on their journey, which means greater utilisation of a vehicle’s battery. This can easily result in batteries dropping below the necessary voltage to start the vehicle. If this results in a vehicle breakdown A vehicle breakdown the knock on effect for a business could be late deliveries and expensive call outs.

Our commercial vehicle boosters are able to start heavy plant engines up to 1500HP which have been stationary for long periods, in extreme weather conditions and without batteries.

Developed from aerospace technology, the range offers a whole host of benefits when compared to traditional “Boosting” products, these include extra long Radaflex ® cables, electronic protection and internal fusing. With the highest cranking amps and peak amps capacity on the market the SOS Boosters offers a high quality battery booster, its ergonomic design makes storing and handling very easy.

aide automotive offer 12 & 24 volt battery boosters with a range of amps specifications.