Steel’s century of dominance in motor vehicles is now joined by aluminum’s surging use to save energy.
Late-Model Mercedes-Benz Cars Are Hybrids of Steels and Aluminum
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Volvo Automatic Transmissions Through the Years
The Volvo automatic transmission has evolved through the years to provide a much smoother shift, a longer life, and a better ride.
Starting with the Starter
Step one; start the engine and allow to idle… it won’t start? Now it’s time to start with step zero — the starter. It now requires more advanced diagnostics and a few cool new tricks. Let’s take a look at modern and classic starting circuit diagnostics.
Loaded: Wheel Bearings & Seals
You may think of them as ho-hum mechanical parts, but they still need attention, especially with wheel speed sensors.
Nissan Sectioning Repair Tips – Making the Cut
Which structural components are permitted to be sectioned differs among different Nissan models.
No-Crank?
Battery, grounds, security, or…?
Keep the Fuel Flowing
The diagnostics of fuel delivery systems have changed over the years and have become a lot more involved. Let’s take a look at the most common systems and how to fix them when things go wrong.
A New Look at TPMS Service
Over a decade in, what you now need to know for tire work.
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When is a vacuum leak not a vacuum leak?
When it’s hiding in the EVAP system of a Porsche Cayenne.
A P0455 code points to an EVAP problem, but the EVAP system checks out OK with our smoke tester. And the purge valve checks out as well. So where could the problem lie?
Our derFix Super Sleuths unravel the mystery.
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