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    Refer to document ID # 4773341: circuit/system verification testing. Verify that a test lamp does not turn on between terminal 10 and ground. If the test lap turns on, repair the short to voltage on circuit 2172.
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    Repairing Chevy stop/start issue

    Mike Mavrigian
    Dec. 10, 2024
    This bulletin applies to several Chevy models including 2019-2021 Blazer, 2017-2021 Cruze, 2018-2021 Equinox, 2017-2021 Malibu, 2019 – 2021 Silverado 1500 and 2018-2021 Traverse...
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    This may be due to the software in the PCM. Reprogram the PCM using the latest available software.
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    Reprogramming Ford hybrid police software

    Mike Mavrigian
    Dec. 10, 2024
    Some 2020-2021 Ford Explorer/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with a 3.3L hybrid engine and built on or before Oct. 21, 2020, may exhibit a MIL on with DTC U0100 stored...
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    The engine ID number is outlined in red for purposes of this illustration.
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    Locating General Motors engine identification number

    Mike Mavrigian
    Dec. 10, 2024
    This bulletin applies to a range of Buick, Cadillac, Chevy and GMC vehicles equipped with 2.0L or 2.5L engines.
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    To prevent the battery saver mode from activating, make sure that the negative cable of the 12V battery charger is installed to a chassis or engine ground, and not to the battery negative terminal.
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    Correcting Lincoln Navigator inoperative wireless charger

    Mike Mavrigian
    Dec. 10, 2024
    Some 2020-2021 Lincoln Navigator vehicles may exhibit the wireless charger inoperative or poor performance when using some Apple iPhone models that use MagSafe wireless charging...
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    Original dust seals feature an outside diameter of 64mm. The outer lip area simply rests on the top of the strut mount but water may be able to enter the well.
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    Changing Subaru strut mount cap-seal

    Motor Age Staff
    Dec. 3, 2024
    This bulletin applies to 2017-2023 Subaru Impreza, 2018-2023 Crosstrek, 2019-2022 Forester, 2020-2023 Outback and Legacy and 2019-2023 Ascent vehicles.
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    VCI-II case screw locations.
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    Special screws now available for all Kia vehicles

    Motor Age Staff
    Dec. 3, 2024
    This bulletin applies to all Kia vehicles.
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    Check the lower heat exchanger hose for twist/fold.
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    Mending Nissan Leaf incomplete charge

    Motor Age Staff
    Dec. 3, 2024
    This bulletin applies to 2017 Nissan Leaf ZEO vehicles. The vehicle may stop charging before a complete charge.
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    Inspect the passenger side lower control arm to see if the arm has been contacting the support bracket.
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    Eliminating Toyota Land Cruiser squeaking noise

    Motor Age Staff
    Dec. 3, 2024
    Some 2018-2020 Toyota Land Cruiser vehicles equipped with Active Height Control may exhibit a squeak noise from the rear over uneven surfaces when the suspension is set to the...
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    Fuse carrier’s power supply to the power steering control module. J500, address word 0044. Note contact 4.
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    Maintaining Audi voltage drop

    Motor Age Staff
    Dec. 3, 2024
    This bulletin applies to 2016-2023 Audi TT/TTS/TT Roadster, 2016-2020 A3/S3, 2016-2019 A3 Cabriolet, 2017-2020 RS3 and 2018-2022 TT RS vehicles.
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    Hands-free function can be restored by replacing the existing hands-free liftgate actuator upper sensor (14F680), lower sensor (14F680), stone deflector (17779), hands-free liftgate actuation module (14B291), plastic fasteners (N807951S) and screws (W506964) that are required for the factory installed trailer hitch receiver with hands-free liftgate option.
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    Restoring Lincoln hands-free liftgate function

    Motor Age Staff
    Nov. 22, 2024
    If a trailer hitch receiver is installed on a 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC vehicle equipped with a hands-free liftgate, the hands-free liftgate function will become inoperative.
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    This bulletin applies to 2019-2021 Ram 1500 trucks built on or before Feb. 25, 2021. A vibration may be felt/heard when turning right at low speeds.
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    Reprogramming Ram 1500

    Motor Age Staff
    Nov. 22, 2024
    This bulletin applies to 2019-2021 Ram 1500 trucks built on or before Feb. 25, 2021.
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    Position the driveshaft so that the horizontal face of the flange is parallel to the ground. The digital inclinometer must be placed on a new level area of the frame.
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    Stopping the Ford Ranger vibration

    Motor Age Staff
    Nov. 22, 2024
    Some 2019-2021 Ford Ranger vehicles may exhibit a shudder/vibration when accelerating from a stop. This may be due to an excessive rear axle pinion angle.
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    The cause of the condition may be that a special procedure is required to update the EBCM.
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    Updating Chevy electronic brake control module

    Motor Age Staff
    Nov. 22, 2024
    This bulletin applies to 2019-2020 Chevy Malibu vehicles. Some technicians may experience failure of the electronic brake control module (EBCM) reprogramming.
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    Properly and securely package the old turbocharger in the original shipping container from the replacement part with the upper and lower packaging locators installed correctly.
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    Returning General Motors turbochargers

    Motor Age Staff
    Nov. 22, 2024
    The GM warranty parts center has received turbochargers returned that have been disassembled, damaged during removal, electrical harnesses/connectors that have been cut or removed...