AutoSuccess

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

According to S&P Global, the average age of vehicles in the U.S. Among other factors, better vehicle quality and economic considerations have led to people keeping their passenger and light truck vehicles for longer. Why Are Vehicles Getting Older? This means big changes for dealers selling OEM parts.

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Girls Auto Clinic

MAY 10, 2022

I made the biggest mistake drivers make with vehicles with my Hunter. I shop hoped or went to different mechanics or auto repair shops each time my car needed work. I didn’t have a mechanic I could trust to help me with my car and no men in my family to help (we are a family of 7 women). Hunter lasted two years.

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Jalopnik

JUNE 8, 2025

Many owners and professional mechanics dont believe this claim. Introduced on the 2008 BMW 760Li, variants of it have appeared in everything from BMWs and Jaguars to Jeeps and Rams. It now says, "Fluid replacement is only necessary when repairs are being performed," implying that the fluid will last the life of the vehicle.

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Tire Review Magazine

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

The first mass-produced anti-lock braking systems, or ABS, was introduced in 1985, and by 2008, almost every passenger vehicle came standard with this system. ABS activation incidents ­involve the ABS modulator taking over braking or intervening to restore vehicle stability.

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The Mechanic Doctor

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

The Mechanic Doctor - Resources for Amateur and Pro Auto Mechanics Understanding the gas capacity of a vehicle ensures the driver will fill up the tank accordingly and reach their destination without worry. Over 70,000 miles have been tracked for this model, with 12 vehicles participating. 2008 9 14 2009 8 16.6

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RepairSmith

DECEMBER 14, 2023

A mechanic will have the specific tools and expertise to replace the damaged parts and seals and refill fresh transmission fluid. You should refer to your vehicle’s owner’s manual for steps to troubleshoot electrical issues or seek help from a mechanic to determine and address the root cause of the problem.

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RepairSmith

DECEMBER 12, 2023

But like any vehicle, even the trusty Dakota can face its fair share of troubles, particularly with the 4-wheel drive system. Vehicle Stuck in 2WD If you’re unable to shift from 2WD to 4WD, ensure that the 4-wheel drive switch (also called selector switch) that helps engage the 4-wheel drive system has power coming from it.

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RepairSmith

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

But like any vehicle, even the trusty Dakota can face its fair share of troubles, particularly with the 4-wheel drive system. Vehicle Stuck in 2WD If you’re unable to shift from 2WD to 4WD, ensure that the 4-wheel drive switch (also called selector switch) that helps engage the 4-wheel drive system has power coming from it.

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AutoInc.

OCTOBER 27, 2023

The downturn in sales is changing the age mix of vehicles on U.S. roads and shifting billions of annual miles from newer to older cars and light trucks, which are virtually all Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) vehicles. roads, especially ICE vehicles, stated the analysis. Here are highlights from the report.

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RepairSmith

DECEMBER 25, 2023

This Article Contains: 4 Silverado Auto 4WD Problems You May Encounter 3 FAQs on Silverado Vehicles How Can You Prevent the Transfer Case From Being Stuck in 4WD? If you don’t have adequate technical knowledge, you can get your Chevy truck to auto repair shops or call a mobile mechanic to diagnose and fix your Silverado.

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1A Auto

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

General Steps to Check the Engine Oil – You can check the oil level of many vehicles that are equipped with an oil dipstick. With the engine cold and the vehicle parked on a level surface for a more accurate reading, remove the oil dipstick and wipe it clean with a cloth rag.

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Tomorrow's Technician

DECEMBER 13, 2024

TPMS Lights The one thing all TPMS-equipped vehicles share is the TPMS malfunction indicator light. Click Here for Tomorrow’s Technician’s ASE G1 Test Prep Guide Direct Or Indirect You would think you could simply classify TPMS into two distinct categories: direct and indirect vehicles.

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Tomorrow's Technician

APRIL 17, 2024

In 2008, ABS became a standard feature on most vehicles. By 2012, stability control, or rollover mitigation, had become standard for vehicles. Many false activation scenarios focused on a single malfunctioning sensor, but with ADAS, the cause of false activation of a feature could be more mechanically holistic.

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Tomorrow's Technician

APRIL 23, 2024

In 2008, ABS became a standard feature on most vehicles. By 2012, stability control, or rollover mitigation, had become standard for vehicles. The one constant has been customers complaining that the vehicle did something unexpected. The customer may overlook an issue until there is a mechanical problem with the brakes.

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Brake & Front End

APRIL 22, 2024

In 2008, ABS became a standard feature on most vehicles. By 2012, stability control, or rollover mitigation, had become standard for vehicles. The one constant has been customers complaining that the vehicle did something unexpected. The customer may overlook an issue until there is a mechanical problem with the brakes.

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Alex's Autohaus

AUGUST 27, 2024

They dominated the market until 2008, when the company’s primary competitors, Mercedes-Benz and Audi, entered the segment with the GLK and Q5 respectively. Luckily, on the 3rd generation X3, this component is relatively easy to reach, making it a job you may be able to tackle yourself if you are mechanically inclined.

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