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BMW Infotainment Systems

Even the most sophisticated systems can encounter issues.

Lexus Air Ride Repair

A conversion kit might cost less and provide better long-term results for the customer.

BMW Water Pumps

Take a closer look at this water pump, how to replace it efficiently, and what other components should be replaced with it.

Turbochargers on Minis

No matter if it is a BMW or MINI, when the engine stops turning, the oil flowing to the turbocharger stops.

BMW Adaptations

Let’s look at five common adaptations for late-model BMWs, and what you should know before you start a repair.

Mercedes-Benz AC Service

Here’s what you need to know about R-1234yf refrigerant in Mercedes-Benz vehicles.

Adapting Sensors For Changing Inputs

Let’s focus our attention today on one small facet of the technology inside modern vehicles: Adaptations.

VIDEO: What Do Vehicle Speed Sensors Do?

The speed sensors on your vehicle provide crucial information. This video is sponsored by NGK Spark Plugs.

VIDEO: Mass Air Flow Sensor Diagnostics

A mass air flow sensor measures air entering the engine. This video is sponsored by NGK Spark Plugs.

Infiniti: Removal of a Seized Exhaust Sensor

If an exhaust sensor is seized in the exhaust manifold/catalyst/front tube, perform the service procedure to remove the sensor and prevent unnecessary replacement of the exhaust manifold/catalyst/front tube. In most cases, this ­procedure is successful because the threads of the ­exhaust sensors are made of a softer material than the part they thread into on

Infiniti exhaust sensor
Solving 2014 Toyota Tacoma Cooling System Sensor Codes

The test monitor reads all relevant serial data parameters passing through the ECM.

Rethinking Fuel Pump Diagnostics And Sensors

The technician diagnosed the 2011 Rogue as a bad fuel pump by squirting propane into the air intake. With propane, the engine runs, without propane, it stalls. But, after the fuel pump was replaced, the Rogue exhibited the same problem, which was a very slow, unsteady idle followed by an engine stall.