Tomorrow's Technician

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

BMW has already put more than 14 million telematic-equipped vehicles on the world’s roads over the past quarter-century. Unfortunately, all of these vehicles had an analog cellular phone connection until analog cellular providers phased out analog services in 2008. New owners can contact BMW to start the service on a used vehicle.

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Solera

MARCH 12, 2025

The average person typically references their cars Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) when obtaining insurance, ordering parts from the dealership, or reviewing the corresponding vehicle history report. The guide below features a comprehensive VIN year chart designed to help mechanics quickly decode vehicle manufacturing years.

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Auto Service World

APRIL 6, 2025

These towering touchscreens quickly became symbols of modern tech in vehicles. Real-time Vehicle Data and Diagnostics Keep tabs on your cars health with built-in diagnostic tools that monitor everything from tire pressure to battery voltage. Smart Navigation and Voice Command Features Say goodbye to getting lost. Make it yours.

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Tomorrow's Technician

AUGUST 13, 2024

The units are in the Altima 2013+, Rogue 2014+, Juke 2015+, Murano 2015+, Pathfinder 2015+, Maxima 2016+, Quest 2015+, and NV200 2015+. If you have access to a Nissan Consult III+, this saves you the headache and cost of towing the vehicle to a dealer and then waiting for a new disc to be shipped.

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Tomorrow's Technician

JUNE 27, 2024

These vehicles meet the emission standards, and the cheat code for emissions was deleted. The 2009-2014 cars now have a four-year/48,000-mile emissions warranty from the date of modification. If you have the correct scan tool software, you can actuate the valve to test operation. Timing Belt The 2.0L

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Tomorrow's Technician

JUNE 18, 2024

But, a lot of the diagnostic tools, software and service information have all the trademarks of a BMW. The sign a vehicle might have this option will be washer jets on the front bumper. The modern MINI was more of a tribute to the previous MINI, rather than a continuation of the British icon. Is it a BMW? Yes, and no.

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AutoSuccess

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Then, in 2014, the dealer line continued when Church opened Volkswagen of Marion. The Environmental Protection Agency accused Volkswagen of equipping its diesel vehicles with software designed to manipulate emissions tests, and while litigation was pending, Volkswagen dealers had to issue a stop sale on all their TDI vehicles.

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RepairSmith

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Engine and Transmission Issues: Power Delivery Issues: The Evoques four-cylinder turbocharged engine can occasionally suffer from turbo lag, especially in older models before software optimizations were introduced. Software updates or module replacements have often resolved these problems.

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Alex's Autohaus

JANUARY 31, 2025

Electrical Faults and Failures Range Rovers have complex electrical and computer systems to manage all of the various systems within the vehicle, but this complexity comes at a price. Due to the cost of repairs it is important to get any problems addressed as soon as possible to avoid secondary part failures.

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Alex's Autohaus

AUGUST 27, 2024

When this happens, a software update or reprogramming will often solve the problem Electrical Issues Electrical issues are not uncommon on the first generation X3. The F25 generation received a mid-cycle facelift in 2014, which scrapped the naturally aspirated engine option. From this point forward, all X3 models were turbocharged.

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Brake & Front End

MARCH 31, 2025

An autocycle is a type of three-wheeled vehicle that blends characteristics of motorcycles and cars, and it started being seen in 2016. These vehicles typically have a steering wheel instead of handlebars, a fully or partially enclosed cabin, and foot-operated controls like a car. This defines the Polaris Slingshot.

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RepairSmith

APRIL 16, 2025

The 4th generation MINI Cooper, produced from 2014 through 2024, remains popular for its iconic styling, sporty handling, and compact size. Being aware of these common issues on the MINI Cooper 4th generation can help you maintain your vehicle more effectively, and prevent major issues down the road.

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