How to DIY Replace a Volvo 850/S70 Front Wheel Bearing

Here's a full tutorial on how to replace the fluid in your BMW E90 325xi's transfer case.  All fluids in your vehicle are important—whether it be engine oil, coolant, power steering fluid, or brake fluid. And in the same way you change all of that for the longevity of your vehicle, it's...

If you’re driving around in an E36 BMW M3, chances are likely that you will be a victim to the dreaded but ever-so-common Vanos failure, or noise from the Vanos unit itself. Symptoms of a worn out Vanos unit can include hesitation/loss of power below 3k RPM, higher fuel consumption, and/or a CEL...

It’s the old conundrum. After a simple brake job, a quick inspection of your brake flex-lines instills fear in your mind, giving you an unsettling thought that the next time you step on your brakes, a brake line could rupture and you’ll go careening off the road. However irrational the thought,...

BMW M54 and M52TU engines are notorious for needing their PCV/CCV systems serviced. The one thing about these systems is that they are not terribly fun to service and there are several missteps you can make during the repair process that can result in headaches later on. In this blog post I am...

Older BMWs are stylish, sporty cars that were once on the cutting edge of automotive technology. However, the audio systems of this era could use a bit of an upgrade now that it's 2014. Most people can't survive on just cassette tapes and CDs these days, so how is it possible to play music using...

We're back with another DIY video to show you how to change the manual transmission fluid on a 2006 BMW 325xi. This procedure should be the same for nearly all manual transmission BMWs, so let's get started!     Tools Required:  8mm Socket 8mm Hex Socket Drain Pan Fluid transfer pump Manual...

K&N filters are great drop-in replacement air cleaners that are reusable and may also provide a slight performance benefit. I have a K&N panel filter installed in my Volvo XC90 V8 - not for the advertised performance gains, but because I didn't want to pay $20 each for an air filter. This...

Replacing a mass airflow sensor on a Volvo is something anyone can do, mechanic or not. If you've pinpointed your Volvo's problem as the MAF sensor, set aside 2 minutes for removal, and 2 minutes for installation of the new part. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QrBkYJdmLiQ Tools required: ...

Rear shock mounts can take a beating on the road, really they are a wear item that you should expect to have to replace at some point.  Specifically, let's take a look at the 8-Series E31 setup which is similar in respects to the E30 and E36 3-series with the shock mounted separately from the...