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Adulting Hack with Girls Auto Clinic

Girls Auto Clinic

When I went to automotive technology school in 2012 to learn about cars, how to take care of them, and how to repair them, I couldn’t wait to share what I was learning with my fellow sisters who felt like auto airheads - as I did. I made many bad money mistakes and was lucky I didn’t have a car crash driving on bald tires.

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BMW X3 Common Problems

Alex's Autohaus

Camshaft Housing Bolts Camshaft housing bolt failure is a known issue on many BMW models from 2010-2012, and the X3 is no exception. When this happens, the VANOS system will not function properly, causing a check engine light, loss of power, and rough running.

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The Top 5 Problems with the Mazda CX-9: 1st Generation (2007 to 2015)

1A Auto

The transmission may cause a slip or jerk sensation while shifting when the CX-9 is warmed up, and this may happen without a check engine light turning on. How to Fix a Transmission Slipping Problems with the transmission shifting will be from the CX-9’s computer. The dealership can fix this problem.

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6 Recurrent Dodge Charger AWD Problems (+How to Address)

RepairSmith

If you notice your AWD system isn’t engaging as expected, it may be due to: Electrical sensor problems Worn-out AWD components Electrical system glitches These electrical issues can also cause your vehicle’s check engine light to turn on. So which ones can you buy instead?

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ADAS False Activation Evolution

Tomorrow's Technician

By 2012, stability control, or rollover mitigation, had become standard for vehicles. The other key inspection point is to look at the dash for any lights or messages. Never assume a check engine light is only for engine issues; many codes indicate a loss of communication with the different modules on the vehicle.

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ADAS False Activation Evolution

Tomorrow's Technician

By 2012, stability control, or rollover mitigation, had become standard for vehicles. The other key inspection point is to look at the dash for any lights or messages. Never assume a check engine light is only for engine issues; many codes indicate a loss of communication with the different modules on the vehicle.

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ADAS False Activation Evolution

Brake & Front End

By 2012, stability control, or rollover mitigation, had become standard for vehicles. The other key inspection point is to look at the dash for any lights or messages. Never assume a check engine light is only for engine issues; many codes indicate a loss of communication with the different modules on the vehicle.

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