Keeping track of your the age and condition of your oil is an essential part of owning an Audi B8/B8.5 with the 4.2 L V8 engine like the Audi S5. The oil’s job is to keep everything inside the...
No matter what position of your vehicle they are, the condition of your brakes is incredibly important. Without them, you’re a liability to yourself and everyone around you. On all cars, including the Mercedes W211 and W212, the brakes will be larger at the front to prevent the rear of the car...
The condition of the rubber windshield seals on your vehicle directly correlates to how dry the interior of your vehicle is. The BMW E90 has notoriously bad windshield seals that crack and flake off over time. Once they flake off, they allow moisture to get between the chassis and windshield, and...
This is the final part of our 3 part BMW E46 M3 rear subframe overhaul DIY. Part one of the DIY covered the entire removal/teardown process, part two covered installation of the new components, and part three covers the re-installation process once the bushings and mounts are replaced. BMW E46 M3...
This is part two of three of the BMW E46 M3 rear subframe overhaul DIY. Part one of the DIY covered the entire removal/teardown process, setting up part two for the next steps of replacing the various suspension components. Part three covers the re-installation process once the bushings and...
The rear subframe, in any car, is a significant component. The subframe acts as a mounting point for all of the rear suspension components and the rear differential. Its made to withstand all of the drivetrain's twisting forces while carrying the load from the suspension components. The subframes...
Modern technology makes life easier, in a sense. We advance as we look at the best of what we have and improve it in all areas we can—cars are no different. When the ZF 8HP transmission debuted in 2009, it became the go-to automatic transmission to use. Automakers from Alfa Romeo to BMW, to...
The BMW E39 has an electronic wheel speed sensor located at each hub. In the simplest terms, the car uses these sensors to count the number of rotations made by each wheel. It monitors each one to recognize if one or multiple of the wheels are slipping or are locked up. This is how the car’s...
If you are having issues with the high beams on your air-cooled Porsche every time you use the turn signals, its probably time to replace the turn signal switch and stalk. A very common issue with the air-cooled Porsche 911 is that the turn signal switch, which also controls the high beams,...
Oil changes are an essential part of car ownership, and especially Mercedes-Benz ownership. The oil’s job is to keep everything inside the engine lubricated and happy. As the oil is used, its lubricating properties fade, leading to increased wear on the engine components. The new synthetic oils...
Get help answering any questions you have
Contact Us