Low oil pressure on any car is not something you want to encounter, and that holds true for the Volkswagen EA888 engine found in the VW CC. If you're getting the "Oil pressure Engine off!"...
As the multitude of vehicles equipped with the Mercedes-Benz M156 engine reach higher mileages, there are a handful of common issues that tend to crop up. We have solutions to these common issues as we recommend being proactive to keep your M156 engine running optimally. The Mercedes-Benz M156...
Knowing when your vehicle's oxygen sensor or O2 sensor (sometimes referred to as 02 sensor) has failed can save hundreds of dollars in diagnostic fees and wasted parts. Oxygen sensors are a vital part of the engine management system. They are used to perform two critical functions—plus, they just...
Search any of the MINI forums about a rattle coming from the engine of your R56, and you’ll see some frightening results. Timing chain issues are common on the N12/N14 engines in this generation of MINI and often destroy an engine if not taken care of. Aptly nicknamed the “Death Rattle,” the...
Bleeding your brakes is one of the most important maintenance tasks that anyone can do on their own car. Whether it's after replacing your brake pads and rotors, after a track day, or simply after your car has sat for a long period of time, inspection and replacement of your brake fluid is a...
Clipping a curb isn’t the end of the world, even though it might feel like it. The wheels on your vehicle are designed to absorb strikes and impacts, sending the load through the suspension. But not all hits are the same. Striking a curb often results in a gouged wheel and an off-center...
The MK7 Volkswagen GTI is arguably the best daily driver for the average enthusiast. It features a great chassis, plenty of power, very good fuel mileage, and plenty of room to haul around your stuff. The optional Performance Pack ups the power and ads a limited-slip differential, among other...
Porsche’s M96 engine, found in the 986 Boxster and 996 Carrera, was their first mass-production water-cooled flat-six. It made the right noises and good power but wasn’t without its shortcomings—one of those being the cooling system. The impeller used on the original water pumps on the M96s is...
A steering wheel shake, vibration, (or a shimmy) can make for an undesirable and frankly annoying time in your car. You may find yourself dreading having to get on the highway for any length of time - we've all been there! Steering wheel shake can be caused by a few different things and some...
A properly functioning wheel bearing is critical to any car, not just the E90 generation of BMW’s 3-series. The wheel bearing handles the rotational force of each wheel. Whenever a vehicle is modified, whether it be a lowered suspension or more power, there will be an effect on the wheel...
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