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Rubber Rules: Safe Tire Repairs

Rubber Rules: Safe Tire Repairs

An improperly-repaired tire can lead to more than just customer inconvenience —  it can result in a sudden failure with life-threatening consequences,  not only for the vehicle’s occupants, but also for everyone sharing the road.

Outside Looking In

Outside Looking In

An illuminated check engine light (MIL) on a 2005 Cadillac Escalade with a 6.0L V8. The shop was wrestling with an IAT temp code, but was hesitant about changing the MAF sensor due to the low mileage (18,000) on the vehicle.

Security Issues

Security Issues

Theft deterrents make sense on a new vehicle. Eventually, though, these become old vehicles that have to be repaired. How do you diagnose  the GM Passkey III system that is designed to prevent the engine from starting? We can’t  ask a car thief, can we?