Bret Bodas
Bret Bodas is an automotive expert at RepairPal, the leading online source of auto repair resources and estimates. With many ASE Master certified mechanics on staff who have decades of experience, RepairPal knows all the fine points of car repair.
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Related Services & Repairs Maintenance Sub Item 1 Maintenance Sub Item 2 Maintenance Sub Item 3 Maintenance Sub Item 4 Maintenance Sub Item 6 Actions Replacing the engine coolant and inspection of the cooling system. Why This Is Needed Engine coolant breaks down over time, becomes contaminated, and loses its ability to properly protect the engine Failure to change the coolant can lead to issues such as overheating, excessive sludge/metal buildup, and failed seals More Information Most engine coolant is ethylene glycol-based and is usually put in the vehicle with a 50/50 mixture of water and coolant.
Related Services & Repairs Maintenance Sub Item 1 Maintenance Sub Item 2 Maintenance Sub Item 3 Maintenance Sub Item 4 Maintenance Sub Item 6 Actions Replacing the engine coolant and inspection of the cooling system. Why This Is Needed Engine coolant breaks down over time, becomes contaminated, and loses its ability to properly protect the engine Failure to change the coolant can lead to issues such as overheating, excessive sludge/metal buildup, and failed seals More Information Most engine coolant is ethylene glycol-based and is usually put in the vehicle with a 50/50 mixture of water and coolant.
Related Services & Repairs Maintenance Sub Item 1 Maintenance Sub Item 2 Maintenance Sub Item 3 Maintenance Sub Item 4 Maintenance Sub Item 5 Actions When the number 6 appears with the service A or B, replacing the rear differential fluid is recommended. Why This Is Needed Replacing the fluid in the rear differential ensures proper lubrication of the bearings and gears in the differential Replenishing the oil and additives help the limited slip portion of the differential operate smoothly The fluid for the limited slip differentials can wear out and lose its properties to aid the clutch plates, which can cause a “chatter” sensation when driving around corners .
Related Services & Repairs Maintenance Sub Item 1 Maintenance Sub Item 2 Maintenance Sub Item 3 Maintenance Sub Item 4 Maintenance Sub Item 5 Actions When the number 6 appears with the service A or B, replacing the rear differential fluid is recommended. Why This Is Needed Replacing the fluid in the rear differential ensures proper lubrication of the bearings and gears in the differential Replenishing the oil and additives help the limited slip portion of the differential operate smoothly The fluid for the limited slip differentials can wear out and lose its properties to aid the clutch plates, which can cause a “chatter” sensation when driving around corners .
Starting in 2007, all Honda and Acura models came equipped with a maintenance minder system. This system calculates the life of the engine oil, transmission fluid, air and micron filters, coolant, spark plugs, timing belt (if equipped), and rear differential fluid.
Starting in 2007, all Honda and Acura models came equipped with a maintenance minder system. This system calculates the life of the engine oil, transmission fluid, air and micron filters, coolant, spark plugs, timing belt (if equipped), and rear differential fluid.
Required services for many newer GM vehicles are described by the terms Maintenance I and Maintenance II. The time at which these services are required are determined by the Oil Life System (OLS).
Required services for many newer GM vehicles are described by the terms Maintenance I and Maintenance II. The time at which these services are required are determined by the Oil Life System (OLS).
Overview of GM Oil Life System The GM Oil Life System (GMOLS) is a computer-based algorithm that assesses engine oil condition and optimizes oil change intervals based on vehicle and environmental operating conditions. Benefits of GM Oil Life System Saves customers time and money, while protecting their investment Simplifies decisions about frequency of oil changes and other required maintenance Makes it easy for customers to have their vehicles oil changed and all routine maintenance performed during the same service visit Lowers overall operating costs, because oil is changed only when necessary Reassures consumers that their engine is always running with good oil, which improves the long-term performance and reliability of their vehicle Takes the mystery out of maintaining GM vehicles and provides benefits to the environment Environmental Impact of GM Oil Life System Reduces oil change frequency by using the GM Oil Life System.
Overview of GM Oil Life System The GM Oil Life System (GMOLS) is a computer-based algorithm that assesses engine oil condition and optimizes oil change intervals based on vehicle and environmental operating conditions. Benefits of GM Oil Life System Saves customers time and money, while protecting their investment Simplifies decisions about frequency of oil changes and other required maintenance Makes it easy for customers to have their vehicles oil changed and all routine maintenance performed during the same service visit Lowers overall operating costs, because oil is changed only when necessary Reassures consumers that their engine is always running with good oil, which improves the long-term performance and reliability of their vehicle Takes the mystery out of maintaining GM vehicles and provides benefits to the environment Environmental Impact of GM Oil Life System Reduces oil change frequency by using the GM Oil Life System.
The maintenance intervals of motor vehicles has been traditionally dictated by the vehicle mileage. The BMW Maintenance System has changed this by computing maintenance intervals based upon the specific manner in which each individual vehicle is driven.
The maintenance intervals of motor vehicles has been traditionally dictated by the vehicle mileage. The BMW Maintenance System has changed this by computing maintenance intervals based upon the specific manner in which each individual vehicle is driven.
We've added or updated another 50 models at RepairPal! We are currently processing new data, so we will be adding even more models in the coming weeks. If you don't see your vehicle here, don't hesitate to request that your vehicle be added! .
We've added or updated another 50 models at RepairPal! We are currently processing new data, so we will be adding even more models in the coming weeks. If you don't see your vehicle here, don't hesitate to request that your vehicle be added! .
Here at RepairPal we've heard from several users that we were missing their 2008-09 vehicles. Those of you with the RepairPal iPhone App were especially helpful in letting us know where we needed attention.
Here at RepairPal we've heard from several users that we were missing their 2008-09 vehicles. Those of you with the RepairPal iPhone App were especially helpful in letting us know where we needed attention.
Chrysler, Americas 3rd largest auto company, announced that it will file for bankruptcy protection and at the same time that it has entered into a partnership with Fiat Motors of Italy. They will become eligible for up to 8 billion in federal aid on top of the over 4 billion they have already received.
Chrysler, Americas 3rd largest auto company, announced that it will file for bankruptcy protection and at the same time that it has entered into a partnership with Fiat Motors of Italy. They will become eligible for up to 8 billion in federal aid on top of the over 4 billion they have already received.
Our automotive experts have put together the following information about the P0402 diagnostic trouble code. We've provided the common symptoms that occur when this code is set along with the frequent repairs that address the issues related to the P0402 code.
Our automotive experts have put together the following information about the P0402 diagnostic trouble code. We've provided the common symptoms that occur when this code is set along with the frequent repairs that address the issues related to the P0402 code.
Our automotive experts have put together the following information about the P0304 diagnostic trouble code. We've provided the common symptoms that occur when this code is set along with the frequent repairs that address the issues related to the P0304 code.
Our automotive experts have put together the following information about the P0304 diagnostic trouble code. We've provided the common symptoms that occur when this code is set along with the frequent repairs that address the issues related to the P0304 code.
In order to run, the engine needs a precise mixture of fuel and air. When outside air is drawn into the engine, the air filter prevents harmful dirt and debris from entering the system.
In order to run, the engine needs a precise mixture of fuel and air. When outside air is drawn into the engine, the air filter prevents harmful dirt and debris from entering the system.
A heater blower motor resistor is an electronic device with three or more progressive resistors that allow the Heater Blower Motor to operate at slower speeds. .
A heater blower motor resistor is an electronic device with three or more progressive resistors that allow the Heater Blower Motor to operate at slower speeds. .
The automotive industry loves abbreviations and acronyms. Take for instance this conversation recently overheard, "Your MAF has failed and the ECM is setting a DTC.
The automotive industry loves abbreviations and acronyms. Take for instance this conversation recently overheard, "Your MAF has failed and the ECM is setting a DTC.
Here at RepairPal, we have heard several VW owners complain of Check Engine Lights with a misfiring engine, rough idle and poor acceleration. Well VW has sent out letters to many, if not all VW owners to notify them of a recall on the ignition coils.
Here at RepairPal, we have heard several VW owners complain of Check Engine Lights with a misfiring engine, rough idle and poor acceleration. Well VW has sent out letters to many, if not all VW owners to notify them of a recall on the ignition coils.