The car is in limp mode with three warning lights on the dash – a situation that can scare any driver! When starting the engine, three warning lights come on: the engine management light, the DPF light and the glow plug light. The glow plug and engine lights indicate that the engine is running in … Read More about Volkswagen Touran in limp mode with DPF, glow plug and engine warning lights on the dash
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What is the catalytic converter, and why is it stolen so often?
Why a catalytic converter? Cars are the scapegoat for ‘air sickness’, even though various studies show that other sources, such as industrial plants, thermal power stations, old heating plants, commercial vehicles and the old public transport in our cities, are more polluting. Most vehicles are powered by liquid or gaseous fuels derived from oil (petrol, … Read More about What is the catalytic converter, and why is it stolen so often?
Mercedes M-Class diesel engine oil leak
Today we have a Mercedes M-Class, chassis 164, diesel engine 642 V6 with an oil leak. The car has been stationary for a few hours, and a fairly amount of oil has already leaked under the vehicle. This type of oil leak is a common problem which is sometimes misdiagnosed. We lifted the car onto … Read More about Mercedes M-Class diesel engine oil leak
Mercedes timing chain replacement
When should the timing chain be replaced? The engine’s sound can reveal many things. The noise of a stretched timing chain can be heard when starting cold: the engine is very noisy in the first few seconds, and then it calms down. After the first start, the car runs well without noise, but this is … Read More about Mercedes timing chain replacement
BMW X5 M with oil consumption and consistent exhaust smoke on rev-up after idling
Excessive white smoke when the car revs up after idling for a few minutes. We started with basic checks: engine breather and pipes; we checked the turbochargers for excessive play and found nothing. It is well known that on these engines, the valve steam seals harden and cause excessive exhaust smoke. Does your car have … Read More about BMW X5 M with oil consumption and consistent exhaust smoke on rev-up after idling
The Winter Is Here: Prolonging Your Battery Life (Update)
QUICK 5-STEP GUIDE TO GETTING THE MOST OUT OF CAR BATTERIES: One last recommendation: Check the car battery water level indicator on a regular basis! Most car batteries will indicate if it needs more water. It may never require water, but if so only use deionised water. “Use it or Lose it” WHY IS MY … Read More about The Winter Is Here: Prolonging Your Battery Life (Update)
