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MINI Tech Tip: Engine Vibrations Or Noise

A customer complains of engine vibrations and noise. What is the culprit?

Nissan Tech Tip: CVT Fluid Level Quick Check Gauge

A step-by-step guide to check CVT oil level with a Nissan CVT Fluid Level Quick Check Gauge.

Ford Expedition Tech Tip: Stiff Ride And Suspension Warning Messages

On 2014-2017 Ford Expedition models with the Vehicle Dynamic Suspension, the system looks at a lot more than just the height of the vehicle to control the pressure in the air springs and the valving of the shocks.

Ford Tech Tip: Sustained Steering Wheel Oscillation Above 45 MPH

Some 2017-2019 F-250/F-350 4WD vehicles built on or before July 31st, 2018, may exhibit a sustained steering wheel oscillation after driving over rough pavement or an expansion joint above 45 mph.

GM Tech Tip: Uneven Brake Wear

During a brake inspection, some complaints of uneven front brake pad wear have been reported.

GM Tech Tip: Black Smoke And Rough Idle On Cold Start

Working on a 2009-2014 GM vehicle? Here’s what to do about black smoke and rough idle on a cold start.

TPMS Tip: Nissan Tire Pressure Diagnostics For Both Lights Checklist

Your checklist for both lights when working on Nissan vehicles like the Maxima, Altima and most other models with a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) or Low Tire Pressure Warning System (LTPWS).

Ford Tech Tip: Automatic Transmission Delayed Engagement From Park To Drive Or Reverse

Some models may exhibit a delayed park to forward or reverse transmission engagement only on initial vehicle start up after parking several hours or overnight. The vehicle functions normally after the initial engagement has completed. So what’s going on?

Land Rover Tech Tip: 2013-2017 Range Rover With Dynamic Response Suspension

Let’s take a look at a 2013-2017 Range Rover with dynamic response suspension.

Power Steering Fluid: To Flush Or Not To Flush?

When a repair is made on a power steering system, there’s a chance that metal shavings can enter the system. This can lead to premature failure of the rack and cause a costly comeback.

Volkswagen Tech Tip: DTC P0145 Software Update

DTC P0145 (Oxygen Sensor Circuit Bank 1-Sensor 3 Slow Response) is stored in the ECM. No other fault codes are present.

Tech Tip: Increased Brake Pedal And Steering Effort

It may be possible to restore proper brake and steering operation by flushing the system. After cleaning, if the filter and fluid show obvious signs of hose contamination, all hoses must be replaced and both fluid and the in-line filter changed again.