I've written before about the “old days” of the 70s and 80s when cars were becoming a bit more sophisticated but still pretty manual in most ways. Take brakes, for example. Back in the day, if you...
Having brakes that provide an extremely high level of performance inspires confidence in your driving. At the track it means you can go deeper in the corners lap after lap consistently, and consistency is one of the factors that improves lap times. On the street, it can mean the difference...
Mass Air Flow (MAF or Air Mass Meter) sensors are often overlooked when doing your routine maintenance schedule or a general service. This little sensor is usually housed in the intake hose duct or body between the fuel injection body and the air filter box. The MAF sensor monitors the amount of...
It used to be, spending most of my teen years in New York City, that I could not wait for April. Not only to be rid or our sometimes ridiculous winters and get the chance to enjoy the big apple more in the warmer months, but because April meant the arrival of the New York International Auto Show....
I tumble out of bed and I stumble to the kitchen and pour myself a cup of ambition. And I yawn and stretch and try to come to life. I jump in the shower and the blood starts pumping. Out on the street the traffic starts jumping the folks like me on the job from 9 to 5.They let you dream just to...
After 17 or more years in operation, a Volvo 850's blower motor might start to get a bit vocal. The bearings dry out, and the motors tend to howl or squeak. Don't let this noise turn into something more serious, as increased current draw from the blower motor can also cause premature failure of...
Every car is in essence numerous pieces of metal that are held together by an even greater amount of varying fasteners. Some of these fasteners are pretty common but you will occasionally come across a fastener that you can’t identify readily. These types of fasteners are potentially aggravating...
Andrew's 2006 XC90 V8 in Breckenridge, Colorado in January 2013 There are distinct advantages and characteristics to driving a Volvo. The solidly built chassis, high level of craftsmanship and build quality, and the clean design and function of the car always brings a smile to my face...
We're here today with Gareth Foley to show you how to replace the engine air filter on a 2006 BMW 325xi. BMW Air Filter - Mann C27114 Subscribe to us on YouTube About the Author Gareth runs the BMW catalog at FCP Euro, he can be reached at gareth@fcpeuro.com
We're here with Gareth Foley to show you how to change the oil on an E90 BMW 325xi.Liqui Moly Special Tec 5W-30 (5 Liter) - 8043206BMW Oil Filter Kit - Mann (OEM) HU816XHeavy Duty Oil Filter Cap Wrench - CTA 2489Subscribe to us on YouTubeAbout the AuthorGareth runs the BMW catalog at FCP Euro,...
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