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.
Euro Electronic Parking Brake Diagnostics
If you are doing a job on a vehicle with an electronic parking brake, you will need a scan tool to perform diagnostics.
Air Ride Diagnostics: 2003-2010 VW Touareg Applications
The Volkswagen Touareg was the first VW SUV and the first to get an air-ride suspension system. The luxury SUV shares the same platform as the Audi Q7 and Porsche Cayenne. This is a full-feature air ride system designed to improve comfort, stability, and off-road capabilities. Some vehicles with the 4XMotion option will also have
ADVICS Tech Tip: Proper Master Cylinder Installation
Fluid leakage and improper hydraulic pressure may cause brake failure.
VarioCam: Understanding Porsche’s VVT Technology
Originally developed for the 2001 Porsche 911 Turbo, VarioCam changes the valve timing to increase power & reduce emissions.
Does Your Customer’s AUDI Oil Appear To Be Leaking?
Here are the service procedures required for when oil leaks from the transmission pan gasket or the transfer case.
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
Changing Oil On European Exotic Cars
Exotic cars are still under the same emission requirements and warranties as regular vehicles.
Honda Scroll-Style Compressor A/C Service Tips
Properly flush the system and replace the condenser and hoses when replacing the compressor after a catastrophic failure.
