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Diagnosing Mercedes-Benz 4Matic Transmissions

Tomorrow's Technician

In 2012, for the C-Class and some AMG models, Mercedes-Benz took a different direction with 4MATIC. A separate module performs the locking of the rear differential. It is typically on the Hi-Speed CAN BUS network and needs inputs like throttle position, wheel speeds and even steering angle to operate.

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EV World: A learning experience

Auto Service World

SE: We’re hitting a point where a bunch of the first Tesla Model S which started in 2012 and had a long warranty. There’s still time before most hit the aftermarket sweet spot. How do you see things trending then? So we’re starting to see those. I do think they’re a bit of a disposable car for people.

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Resolving Steering Pull Complaints

Brake & Front End

Steering Angles Since 2012, almost every vehicle sold has stability control. Positive camber on one side with negative camber on the other can add up to a pull even if the specs are within tolerances because plus-or-minus 5° on both sides can add up to 10°. This means there is a steering angle sensor behind the steering wheel.

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ASW Conversations: Global Uncertainty and Resilience, with Bill Hanvey

Auto Service World

“One of the education points that we make when we’re talking to the [federal] administration is that there’s not a lot of domestic suppliers that want to produce a run of 1500 brake rotors that fit a 2012 Dodge Caravan. So we are a global industry and we rely upon manufacturing around the world to to fulfill our supply chain.”

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Resolving Steering Pull Complaints

Tomorrow's Technician

Steering Angles Since 2012, almost every vehicle sold has stability control. Positive camber on one side with negative camber on the other can add up to a pull even if the specs are within tolerances because plus-or-minus 5° on both sides can add up to 10°. This means there is a steering angle sensor behind the steering wheel.

Vehicle 130
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Common Issues on the Tesla Model S

RepairSmith

The Tesla Model S forever changed the automotive industry upon its debut in 2012, blending cutting-edge technology and performance with an all-electric drivetrain. Infotainment System Failures Another widespread issue in Model S units from 2012 through approximately 2018 is the Media Control Unit (MCU) failure.

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Resolving Steering Pull Complaints

Tomorrow's Technician

Steering Angles Since 2012, almost every vehicle sold has stability control. Positive camber on one side with negative camber on the other can add up to a pull even if the specs are within tolerances because plus-or-minus 5° on both sides can add up to 10°. This means there is a steering angle sensor behind the steering wheel.

Vehicle 130