Accomplished Auto 3
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First thing to do would be to attempt to jump start, if starts every time on jump then most likel...
There are a lot of things that could cause that problem, such as bad temperature sensors, worn pl...
Generally speaking, on modern computer controlled vehicles if there is no code for a sensor it is...
A little confused by your statement, cranks but won't turn over. If you mean that the starter is ...
Without more info would be very difficult to guess, may be as simple as a broken engine mount or ...
Sounds like may have a separate issue, maybe starter or wiring causing it to crank too slow. Coul...
Sounds like need to take it to someone with the proper tooling to test the systems. Even without ...
A short push by hand or at slow speeds across the street as long as done safely, preferably with ...
Should be a 5w-30 synthetic oil that meets BMW spec LL-01. This is a special euro spec oil so do ...
If I recall correctly, on those vintage vehicles with base level HVAC system, they were still usi...
Any time you are draining the transmission fluid to change the filter always use new oil. Just ma...
If car is cranking over, there are basically 3 things that will prevent a vehicle from starting. ...
At this point I would recommend getting a proper shop with the appropriate tooling to check the v...
Also never a good idea to use a larger fuse, if fuse immediately blowing you have a short somepla...
Sounds like you may have fun, I would start with a pressure test of cooling system and look for a...
Couple things you can try. Sometimes gently pounding on hood near latch while someone pulls relea...
Depending on which c0040 code you have, there are 4 sub codes to it. You may have a wiring issue ...
Along with the above advice, it would be a good idea to have the entire vehicle thoroughly inspec...
If it a diesel, check to ensure the DEF fluid has been serviced. If you ignore the DEF warning li...
Without seeing it, it would be hard to say. There could be additional damage from the melted cabl...
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