The company responsible for distributing OE parts to the remaining Saab dealer network has established a UK parts hub
CAT
CAT Garage Lives: Automobile Technik Reparatur
Andreas Golembiewski owns a concept garage in Hamburg that you might see closer to home very soon
Some useful tips from used car salesmen
Have you been struggling with sales? Matthew Moore explains four cunning techniques for success we can all learn from used car dealers
CAT'S INSIDE LINE: ALFA ROMEO 159 (2005 TO 2011)
The handsome Alfa Romeo 159 is next up on our ramp for further investigation. The 159 was Alfa’s replacement for the adored 156 and another attempt to crack the German dominated compact executive car market
Inside Line: Schaeffler
It is notoriously difficult to identify the correct parts for this vehicle.
Inside Line: Motaquip
Steering and Suspension
The steering rack on the Alfa Romeo 159 is known for failing.
Inside Line: TecRMI
Gearbox issues
Fault symptoms:
Poor switching properties at heat or cold.
Reference number(s):
21 02.99
Inside Line: Dayco
Primary (timing) Drive System
The diesel engines used extensively across the 159 range are fitted with a Dayco High Tenacity (HT), or ‘whi
Inside Line: First Line
Steering & Suspension
All models in the Alfa Romeo 159 range can be particularly prone to wear of their front upper suspension arms, t
Inside Line: Cambiare
The Alfa Romeo 159 can experience ABS problems, generating the trouble code C1275, which is the result of an ABS/ESP control module software fault.