Car died once at a light and restarted immediately — 2019
The engine shut off at a stop once, restarted right away, and has been normal since. No warning stayed on. What data or checks would you prioritize before trus…
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2013 Toyota Sienna 3.5: P0117 after wiring work
The code appeared after a harness repair near the engine. 2013 Toyota Sienna 3.5, about 92,000 miles. I can arrange transport if the shop says it should not be…
EV battery report lacks the test conditions
I thought I understood the offer until I read it again. The report gives a percentage without explaining the tool, method or operating conditions. I am comfort…
New pads squeal at parking-lot speeds
Pads and rotors were replaced recently and stopping performance is good, but there is low-speed squeal. Happening around Baltimore.
2020 BMW M2 — dealer cannot reproduce an intermittent warning (Nationwide)
I have brought the car in twice for the same intermittent warning and both visits ended with could-not-reproduce. I have video and timestamps. What is the best…
Buzzing noise only at one engine RPM — second opinion before I spend money — 2023 Bronco
There is a light buzz from the dash at one narrow RPM range. It disappears above and below that speed. Any good method for locating trim resonance without rand…
2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 — runs hotter sitting in traffic than moving
Coolant temp climbs while idling with the A/C on, then drops back down once I'm moving. Coolant is full and I don't see a leak. Fans do run, but I'm not sure t…
BoostedRider9Community StarterSep 11, 20252021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LTZ 6.2Detroit3 replies0 helpful
Mustang dealer cannot reproduce an intermittent warning
I have brought the car in twice for the same intermittent warning and both visits ended with could-not-reproduce. About 186,500 miles on it.
Intermittent metallic rattle after cold start — 2024 R1S (Atlanta)
For the first few seconds after a cold start I hear a metallic rattle, then it disappears and won't come back once the engine is warm. No warning lights and it…
X3 light-throttle shudder around 35–45 mph
There is a rumble-strip-like shudder at steady light throttle in a narrow speed range. Harder acceleration or lifting off makes it disappear. How would you sep…
Brake fluid is old but still looks clean (Charlotte)
Fluid looks clear in the reservoir but has been in the car for several years. Would you change based on time/moisture rather than appearance? Mostly looking fo…
PPI found $1,800 of upcoming work?
In Northern Virginia, inspection found several real maintenance items but nothing catastrophic.
BatteryScout447Community StarterSep 8, 20252020 BMW M2 CompetitionNorthern Virginia11 replies0 helpful
Wireless CarPlay drops at the same intersection — trying to narrow this down
Wireless CarPlay is reliable almost everywhere but disconnects at the same intersection on my commute. Does consistent location point strongly to RF interferen…
Sanity check: miata soft-top clicking over small bumps (Atlanta)
Quick one about the Mazda. Getting a repetitive click from around the roof/header area on rough pavement. Top seals look okay and it doesn't leak. Has anyone i…
S4: check-engine light turned itself off — still scan it — 2019
The light was on for two days and then disappeared before I could schedule service. Car feels normal. Is there still likely to be useful stored or pending data…
Sanity check: going one inch smaller for winter wheels
Looking for a sanity check. It's at 42,000 miles.
Brake fluid is old but still looks clean — Charlotte owner?
Fluid looks clear in the reservoir but has been in the car for several years. Would you change based on time/moisture rather than appearance? I'm in Charlotte.…
CX-5 turbo oil level drops before service interval (Bay Area)
I'm seeing the oil level fall enough between services that I now check it regularly. No obvious leak. For other turbo owners, what documentation/tests did you…
Tacoma first-minute misfire not reproduced after a road test — P0306
the technician inspected the truck only after it had been driven across town. background: the roughness fades before i reach the end of the street. stored code…
2021 Tesla Model S — wireless CarPlay drops at the same intersection — Austin / buyer question
Wireless CarPlay is reliable almost everywhere but disconnects at the same intersection on my commute. Does consistent location point strongly to RF interferen…