2022 Lexus GX — infotainment became glitchy after an OTA update
Looking for a sanity check. After a software update the screen occasionally reboots and one saved setting keeps resetting. Is there a normal post-update reset…
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2018 Volkswagen GTI DSG: Low-speed hesitation with uncertain DSG service history
Takeoff feels inconsistent and I cannot find a transmission-service record. 2018 Volkswagen GTI DSG, about 51,700 miles. I do not have a second vehicle availab…
Check-engine light turned itself off — still scan it
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…
MX-5 Miata weird vibration only between 62–70 mph
Looking for a sanity check. 2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata. Car is smooth around town, but on the highway I get a vibration in the steering wheel and seat between about…
Sanity check: coolant is old by time but low mileage
In Chicago, car only has 32k miles but the coolant is several years old. Would you change it based on age alone? I'm trying to prioritize maintenance that matt…
Grand Cherokee car died once at a light and restarted immediately — anyone dealt with this recently — 2017
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…
Mustang a/C is cold while driving, warm at stoplights
Quick one about the Ford. A/C gets properly cold on the highway but becomes noticeably warmer at long lights. It cools down again almost immediately once the c…
Battery dies after the car sits for a weekend — 2013 370Z
Battery passes a quick test and charging voltage looks normal, but after two or three days parked the car sometimes will not crank. What is the cleanest parasi…
2016 Audi A4 — new tires are much louder than the old set — anyone dealt with this recently
Same size and pressure, but the new tires create noticeably more highway hum. Is this usually tread pattern/compound, or should I verify balance and alignment…
Car died once at a light and restarted immediately — 2023 M340i
The engine shut off at a stop once, restarted right away, and has been normal since. It's at 24,500 miles.
M340i blower works on some speeds but not others — 2023
Cabin fan works normally on certain settings and then cuts out or changes speed unpredictably on others. Before replacing the blower motor, what should be chec…
GTI what should a real pre-purchase inspection include
I am paying an independent shop to inspect a used car. Besides a scan and putting it on a lift, what should I ask them to check so it is more than a quick stat…
Sanity check: intermittent metallic rattle after cold start
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…
Do shorter oil intervals actually make sense for my use
Most of my driving is short trips with a lot of idling, but the factory interval is pretty long. I'd rather not waste oil, but I also plan to keep the car past…
Car died once at a light and restarted immediately — 2021 X5
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…
Brake fluid is old but still looks clean — 2021 A6
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 am in San Anton…
Alignment still pulls after tires were rotated — 2023 C43
Car started pulling slightly right after a tire rotation. Alignment printout is technically in spec. Is it worth cross-rotating tires to check radial pull befo…
Defender wireless CarPlay drops at the same intersection
Wireless CarPlay is reliable almost everywhere but disconnects at the same intersection on my commute. Does consistent location point strongly to RF interferen…
BoostScout146Community StarterMar 8, 20262024 Land Rover Defender 110 P400Cleveland2 replies0 helpful
Sanity check: light-throttle shudder around 35–45 mph
In Denver, there is a rumble-strip-like shudder at steady light throttle in a narrow speed range.
TrailDaily11Community StarterMar 7, 20262024 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Z51Denver8 replies0 helpful
2017 Hyundai Elantra 2.0: P0304 at idle after new plugs
- The misfire remains after a recent plug replacement. - 2017 Hyundai Elantra 2.0, about 79,900 miles. I am new to this system and would appreciate a plain-lan…