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Stopping Mercedes-Benz Wiper Streaking and Skipping

by Mercedes-Benz StarTuned | Nov 2020

Debris, contaminants, or an incorrect angle of contact with the glass can cause wiper blades to squeak, judder, and leave streaks. Here’s how to stop it all.

BMW High Mileage Service

by the bimmer pub | Nov 2020

This article is intended for the young and learning technicians. This is also intended for us old folks that need another addition to our bag of tricks.

Dealing With No Start Problems on Volvos, Part 1

by Volvo TechTips | Nov 2020

Volvo is one of those brands that rarely sees the tow truck.

Volvo Interior Electrical Systems – What they are, what they do, and how to diagnose them using VIDA

by Volvo TechTips | Oct 2020

Volvo interior electrical systems are based on a network with a number of modules. We will talk about different Volvo interior electrical systems, what they do, and how to diagnose them using VIDA. We’ll also discuss how to diagnose early models without VIDA.

Classic Mercedes-Benz Cruise Control – E-Tempomat System

by Mercedes-Benz StarTuned | Oct 2020

Classic owners are passionate about their cars, and many can’t live without their cruise control. Here’s how to keep the Mercedes-Benz E-Tempomat system traveling down the road.

BMW X5 Electronic Throttle Drive Can’t Thrive and Stay Alive — Because the DME Was Speaking Jive…

by the bimmer pub | Oct 2020

Getting through a simple driveability concern (or a seemingly simple one…) can turn into a big problem for the shop and the customer very quickly if we are not well studied in our electrical theory and testing strategy on BMWs

Honda Accord EGR Testing With HDS With Parasitic Battery Tests and Generator AC Ripple

by Import Service | Oct 2020

A rough running 2006 Honda Accord hard to start didn’t mean the battery or starter had a defect; rather, the engine speed took a short while to climb to normal.