Approaching automotive diagnostics from an agnostic viewpoint allows a technician to gather evidence without bias toward a specific answer. The word agnostic is usually reserved for discussions of religion and the hereafter, but it has a broader meaning of not knowing...
4MATIC is available on virtually every Mercedes-Benz vehicle so you should know the ins and outs, including service and maintenance recommendations. At the heart of the matter, the 4MATIC® system applies power to the front axles through a transfer case in the...
The steering column lock probably won’t be a problem until it is. The steering column lock locks the steering wheel in place when the vehicle has been shut off and the key or fob is removed. Different from the conventional key and tumbler, the steering column lock is...
Different terrain, temperatures, and road conditions affect vehicles differently. Here are some common problems found in high mileage Volvo vehicles. Like all cars, as Volvos get older and start to clock a lot of miles on the odometer, some common problems can start...
We'll cover the suspension systems through the years, how they have changed, what problems occur and how to remedy those problems. Like all vehicles nowadays, the suspension has changed through the years and Volvo is no different. In this article, we will go over the...
Understanding how steering, Electronic Stability Program, acceleration, braking, camera and radar sensors interact in the Mercedes-Benz Active Lane Keeping Assist program can help you maintain system reliability. It would be a shame if this beautiful 2021 GLA 35...
Electronic power steering offers many benefits compared with engine-driven mechanical power steering. But diagnostic and repair procedures are very different. Here’s what you need to know. EPS offers several advantages over hydraulic power steering (HPS). One of the...
