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BMW 5 Series Common Problems

Alex's Autohaus

E60/E61 (2003-2010) Initially rolling off the production line in 2003, the fifth-generation 5-Series brought a significant exterior overhaul with its departure from the boxy body lines of its predecessors. Faulty or worn control arms will cause the vehicle to behave unexpectedly over bumps and dips in the road surface.

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Range Rover Common Problems

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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. Water intrusion into the battery tray area from faulty seals causing corrosion and electrical issues. Model Year Specifics: 2003-2005: 4.4L

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2025 MINI John Cooper Works Convertible Spied, Gas and Electric Versions Are on the Menu

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The introduction of the R50-generation MINI Hatch in 2001 saw the company reinvent itself while staying true to its past, whereas the second paradigm shift followed suit in 2010 with the Countryman. Mini became MINI after the BMW Group took control of the British automaker in 2000. continue reading. )

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Top 5 2005 to 2010 Dodge Dakota Problems (3rd Generation)

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A 2005 to 2010 Dodge Dakota with problems like squeaking from the front end is common. Common 3rd Gen Dodge Dakota Problems: Years 2005 to 2010 1. Make sure the sensor is connected to the electrical connector. Here’s the top 5 problems owners may find with the 3rd generation Dakota.

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BMW Transfer Case Service

Tomorrow's Technician

In addition, the electrical part of the motor including sensors, etc. The gear fits 2004-2010 models, ( Figure 3 ). Once the actuator motor was removed, the motor’s drive gear was found to be partially stripped. The worm gear that contacts the motor drive gear appeared to be in good shape. seemed to function well.

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Nissan Made An Electric President Convertible For Sumo Champion Parades In 1991

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There were four generations of President from 1965 to 2010, the latter two of which were sold in… Read more. As I was brainstorming President’s Day posts that aren’t explicitly about actual presidents, I was looking through Nissan’s archives and stumbled across a variant of the Nissan President sedan that I had never seen before.

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2024 Zero DS Is Perfectly Engineered For Your Commute

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The DS has been part of Zero’s lineup of electric motorcycles since its first year of wide availability in 2010. It has always been , more or less, a taller version of the brand’s standard “S” model. The vibe is more sport touring than adventure touring, which is probably the ideal form factor for anyone with an urban… Read more.