Mercedes-Benz Tech Tip: Oil Leaking From Valve Cover
In cases of customer complaints of oil leakage, it is essential to determine the actual source.
Kia Tech Tip: Low-Beam Headlights Not Working
Some Kia Sorento models may experience an inoperable low beam bulb due to poor terminal contact at the low beam bulb connector.
MINI Tech Tip: Engine Vibrations Or Noise
The vibration damper rubber insulator located between the drive belt pulley and its center hub has either partly or fully separated (torn). The separation will allow the two components to move independently from each other. The separation will cause vibrations and or noises from the engine compartment.
Volkswagen Tech Tip: AdBlue Warning Due To Leak At Reductant Injector
On models with the diesel engine, the AdBlue warning might be illuminated and code P20E8 for reductant pressure too low might be stored in the ECM.
Mazda Tech Tip: Whining Noise From Automatic Transaxle
Some customers may complain of a whining noise from the automatic transaxle when driving at 10 mph and above. The noise depends on the vehicle’s speed (the more speed, the more noise). The noise also occurs with all types of driving (acceleration, deceleration and steady speed).
Volkswagen Tech Tip: AdBlue Warning Due To Leak At Reductant Injector
On models with the diesel engine, the AdBlue warning might be illuminated and code P20E8 for reductant pressure too low might be stored in the ECM.
Audi Tech Tip: Identifying Animal Bite Marks And Solutions
Some customers may report electrical problems that might seem unrelated or in just one system. The issue could be animals biting wire insulation, cables and hoses. Animal damage primarily occurs on easily accessible and exposed parts.
Acura Tech Tip (Codes P0455 And P0456): EVAP Large Leak Due To Gas Cap
On some 2012-2013 Acura ILX, MDX, RDX, TL, TSX and ZDX models, the stock gas cap can cause codes P0455 (EVAP system large leak) and/or P0456 (EVAP system very small leak detected). The gas cap may also be loose or have a stick-slip feeling when tightened.
Toyota Camry Tech Tip: ABS Noise, Warning Lamps And Code C1431
Some 2012-’13 model year Camry vehicles may exhibit a condition where ABS brake actuator pump motor noise is heard from the engine compartment with Brake ABS and/or TRAC warning lamp(s) illuminated and DTC C1431 stored.
CARDONE Offers Cash For Tech Tips, Launches Video Competition To Share Industry Knowledge
Based on the success of the first two contests, CARDONE has renewed its challenge to technicians of all skill levels, from professional automotive technicians to enthusiastic DIYers, to create and share an original video featuring the installation or service of an under-the-hood or under-the-car automotive part.
