Parts specialist febi has added 186 new items to its extensive range in March, including many components and kits designed to solve problems that febi market intelligence has identified as particular issues in independent garages at present. 

A prime example of this is febi 188418, a Coolant Expansion Tank which fits the Ford Ecosport and Fiesta from 2017 on and the Puma from 2019 on. These are very popular cars in Ireland and this component is a common failure item. febi stockists can offer a cost effective and readily available solution. 

febi has more than 180 Expansion Tanks in its range, covering some 20,000 different vehicle applications. These are all matched to OE specification and include linked caps and level sensors when required. 

Another in-demand component which has been introduced is febi 186575, a Transmission Oil Filter for direct shift gearboxes on the Mercedes CLA 2019 on, GLA 2020 on and GLB 2019 on. 

Automatic transmissions are controlled by various electronic, mechanical and hydraulic components to optimise gearshift quality and feel. Clean transmission oil plays a major role in the operation of this very important powertrain component. The oil allows the gearshift to operate smoothly and efficiently, which is made possible by the use of quality filtration and the sophisticated ‘additive packs’ within the base oil. However, over time the transmission fluid and additives deteriorate, along with the filter (which is gradually contaminated), causing these carefully engineered transmission components to alter.

This has a negative impact on the transmission’s performance, including harsh gear engagements, as the controlled clutch slip no longer responds as designed. These problems lead to rapid wear of the friction discs, solenoids and other transmission components and can cause expensive transmission failure, providing the transmission oil and filter are not regularly maintained.

To ensure a transmission’s long life and smooth operation, febi advise that regular transmission oil servicing is carried out according to the vehicle manufacturer’s recommended intervals (subject to the operating conditions in which the vehicle is used).

The replacement filter is available from febi stockists. 

These are just two of the new product introductions from febi in March. Other additions include parts for light commercials and battery electric vehicles. 

For more information on all febi parts visit the partsfinder online catalogue.