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VW Four Motion

Tomorrow's Technician

Volkswagen recommends a 150,000-mile fluid service interval for most DSG transmissions, but recommends a more frequent service interval if the vehicle is used for severe-duty or towing applications. Check the service information for the correct interval. Some of these improvements go back as far as 2008 models.

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Adulting Hack with Girls Auto Clinic

Girls Auto Clinic

I made the biggest mistake drivers make with vehicles with my Hunter. After Hunter, there was Red (another Ford Explorer), Sasha (2008 Kia Sorento), Duff (1998 Toyota Camry), and Alexandra (2010 VW Jetta). It’s also an ADULT HACK that will get you started in life on the right foot because YOU CONTROL your vehicle and car maintenance.

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Gas is Expensive. Here are some real-world tips to help your gas money go further.

Girls Auto Clinic

A happy, healthy vehicle uses less gas - and needs less work down the road. Gunky oil and dirty filters make your engine work harder. Cars made after 2008 have built-in pressure sensors (TPMS), but they can be fickle. Idle = anything more than 7-10 seconds at rest) Lastly, don’t ignore that check engine light!

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The Top 5 Problems with the Mazda CX-9: 1st Generation (2007 to 2015)

1A Auto

How to Fix Worn Strut Bushings To fix a strut bushing causing a squeaking noise from the front of the 2007 to 2015 Mazda CX-9, you’ll want to check the condition of the bushing on the passenger and driver side. More on how to inspect strut bushings 1A Auto How-to Video: How to Replace a Strut on Any Vehicle 2.

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Oil Filter Housing Leak? How to Fix It Yourself

1A Auto

Steps to inspect an oil filter housing leaking oil Check the Oil Level A low oil level is one sign of an oil leak. General Steps to Check the Engine Oil – You can check the oil level of many vehicles that are equipped with an oil dipstick. – Reinsert the dipstick into the oil dipstick tube.

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6 Recurrent Dodge Charger AWD Problems (+How to Address)

RepairSmith

If you notice your AWD system isn’t engaging as expected, it may be due to: Electrical sensor problems Worn-out AWD components Electrical system glitches These electrical issues can also cause your vehicle’s check engine light to turn on. But that’s not all! So which ones can you buy instead?

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BMW N63 Common Problems

Alex's Autohaus

The BMW N63 was one of the most advanced V8 engines when it hit the market in 2008. BMW’s new motor for performance sedans and SUVs had various things that made it unique, from its all-aluminum construction, direct injection, and “hot-V” layout which was the first of its kind in a production engine.