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Hyundai Stop/Start System Problems

Tomorrow's Technician

The Hyundai Idle Stop and Go (ISG) function is the automakers start/stop system that found its way onto some 2012 models. ISG automatically switches off the engine when the car is at a standstill and starts it again as soon as the brake pedal is released. A lot has to happen for the engine to utilize ISG.

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Volkswagen TDI Fuel Pump Warranty Extension ~ Episode 79

Humble Mechanic

This is a new extension that will cover certain Volkswagen TDI engines including: 2009-2012 Volkswagen Golf 2009-2012 Volkswagen Jetta 2009-2012 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen 2009-2012 Volkswagen Touareg 2012 Volkswagen Passat To find out if your VW is covered […]

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EV World: A learning experience

Auto Service World

Meanwhile, the number of new internal combustion engine vehicles continues to drop. It’s just a change in perspective as to what is important to that customer, compared to a regular gas engine. SE: We’re hitting a point where a bunch of the first Tesla Model S which started in 2012 and had a long warranty.

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BMW Recalls 155K Vehicles Equipped With N52 Engine Over Loose VANOS Housing Bolts

autoevolution

VANOS evolved into Double VANOS in 1996 with the S50B32 engine of the E36-gen M3, double VANOS meaning continuously variable adjustment for both the intake and exhaust camshafts. Recall number 23V-707 doesn't concern said engine, though, but the N52B30 that powers 155K vehicles produced for the 2010 – 2012 model years.

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Toyota Motor Manufacturing Alabama Produces 10 Millionth Engine, Will Power Hybrid Truck

autoevolution

Toyota has recently produced its 10 millionth engine at TMMAL in Alabama. Operational since 2003, the US-based plant started engine assembly in April of that year with V8s. V6 lumps followed suit in 2005, then 2011 saw the introduction of I4s for the 2012 Camry, Venza, Highlander, Sienna, and RAV4.

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Cadillac CT4 and CT5 Sedans Will Reportedly Be Replaced by Electric Liftbacks

autoevolution

The newcomers will reportedly serve as replacements for the combustion-engined CT4 and CT5, which are based on the Alpha platform introduced by the ATS back in 2012. GM Authority understands that Cadillac prepares two electric liftbacks. Said architecture was upgraded to Alpha 2 specification for the CT4 and CT5 sedans.

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Range Rover Common Problems

Alex's Autohaus

BMW V8 engines prone to valve cover gasket leaks 2006-2009: 4.2L Supercharged engines commonly experience timing cover leaks 2010-2012: 5.0L naturally aspirated and supercharged engines both show oil leak issues around 60,000 miles 2013-2016: Continued issues with timing cover leaks on 5.0L