2020 Editions Archives - Page 2 of 11 - Import Car
Nissan Suspension Restoration

The shock or strut controls how the energy in the spring is absorbed and compressed.

2011-2014 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Service

The Hyundai hybrid system has a motor control unit (MCU) and hybrid control unit (HCU).

Brake Job: 2009-2015 Toyota Venza

The Venza uses a drum-in-hat parking brake. The parking brake is applied using a foot pedal.

Mercedes-Benz Biturbo V8 Engine

The Mercedes-Benz M176, M177 or M178 engines can be found in almost every Mercedes Benz class since 2015, from C to S, as well as many SUVs. The V8 Biturbo engine is one of the first mass-produced engines with the turbochargers nestled in the V of the engine and intake manifolds where the exhaust manifolds

Toyota Tech Tip: Odors In The A/C System

Toyota vehicles may exhibit odors naturally occurring from the HVAC system and/or related environmental factors.

VarioCam: Understanding Porsche’s VVT Technology

Originally developed for the 2001 Porsche 911 Turbo, VarioCam changes the valve timing to increase power & reduce emissions.

BMW 7 Series Air Suspension Diagnostics

For the BMW 7 Series E65/E66 manufactured between 2001-’08, engineers went with an innovative rear air ride system.

BMW Telematics

BMW has already put more than 15 million telematic-equipped vehicles on the world’s road for almost 25 years. Currently, BMW has more than 2 million subscribers worldwide. And as time has passed, the connection has changed how many functions on a BMW operate remotely. BMW has gained a lot of attention recently by offering subscriptions

Land Rover Electronic Suspension Diagnostics

Air ride problems can turn on a warning on the dash and put the suspension into a safe mode.

U880E/AF50-8 Electronic Information

The TCM makes contact with all the transmission solenoids, fluid temperature and speed sensors at this connection.

Subaru CVT Transmission Diagnostics

If noise continues while FWD is active, the CVT assembly most likely needs replacement.

Diagnosing Acura RDX Turbo System Problems

The wastegate prevents the turbo from exceeding maximum boost pressure.