This article is part of a continuing series that will cover some of the problems that may come up on higher mileage Volvos. Fuel Injectors (2016-2019 2.0L Engines) Volvo 2.0L Fuel Injectors You may get a later Volvo in your shop that exhibits fuel injector problems....
How to replace the radiator and A/C condenser on a second generation Volvo S80 with B6324S engine (MY 2007-2012). Replacement of the radiator and/or air conditioning condenser on these cars can be challenging for some technicians because of the number of hidden bolts...
A study in Toyota’s pink coolant and some of the cooling system components that utilize this coolant including electric coolant pumps, EGR coolers and heat exchangers. In 2004, Toyota transitioned from red Long-Life Coolant (LLC) to the improved pink Super Long-Life...
We examine several common repairs needed on BMW X3 and X5 models Amidst fears of Y2K and while trying to party like it was 1999, BMW was designing and building their first four wheel drive sport utility vehicle. The BMW X5 with chassis code E53 landed for the 2000...
Under development for many years, R744 systems will be showing up soon. Are you ready? I know what many shop owners and technicians are thinking right now: When will it ever end, this constant changing of automotive air conditioning systems? Well the short answer is...
The Prius hybrid includes two separate cooling systems. Their roles are very different, as are servicing procedures. Engine as viewed from above. Note that the inverter reservoir is central and prominent while the engine access point and reservoir are hidden by the...
In 1998, the SLK got a supercharger that provided the “right now” feeling normally associated with larger engines. These and other later models should be showing up in your shop by now, so you’d better know how they work.
A major hybrid automobile and truck innovator just after the turn of the 20th Century, Mercedes-Benz has engineered advanced versions of the concept that are not only highly economical, but also have a big “Wow” factor.
