Mixed Up Coils?
Several GM vehicle models may feature two distinctively different-looking per-cylinder valve-cover-mounted ignition coils. This is due to a supplier difference and, according to GM, does not affect performance or serviceability.
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Dirty Diesel Deeds
Chevy and GMC vehicles equipped with LGH, LML, LUZ, LWN, L5P and LH7 diesel engines may exhibit excessive smoke at the tailpipe, with DTC P2002 set. This may be the result of a cracked or broken diesel particulate filter (DPF).
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BMW Power Steering Failures
This bulletin applies to 2014 BMW 335i GT XDrive vehicles equipped with a 3.0L engine. The power-assisted steering fails with a warning lamp in the instrument cluster or a check control message in the central information display. In some cases, the dynamic stability control warning lamp (DSC) may be illuminated.
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Breathe Easier
This bulletin applies to 2009-2015 Toyota Land Cruisers. Toyota strongly recommends that the breather plug be replaced whenever servicing any differential/transfer case to prevent possible repeat failures.
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This bulletin applies to all affected vehicles including, for example, the 2014 Acura MDX vehicles equipped with a 3.5L engine. Acura reports that they have made the HDS easier to install.
Kia IBAU Variant Coding
When replacing the integrated brake actuation unit (IBAU) on a 2014-2016 Kia Optima Hybrid LX, it is necessary to perform variant coding of the new module.
Subaru Upgrades Knock Sensors
This bulletin applies to a number of Subaru vehicles, including 2012-2017 Legacy and Outback, 2012-2016 Impreza, 2013-2017 Crosstrek, 2011-2017 Forester naturally aspirated (NA) and direct injection turbo (DIT), 2015-2017 WRX, 2013-2017 BRZ and 2012-2014 Tribeca.
Vette’s a Bit Rich
This bulletin applies to 2016-2019 Chevy Corvette models equipped with a 6.2L LT1/LT4/LT5 engine. The SES lamp may be on and rich running condition DTCs P0172 and P0175 may be stored. The possible cause involves the high pressure fuel pump.
Ford Adds New Reward Levels to Wholesale Parts Program
Ford Motor Co. is adding a new level of rewards to its Ford Professional Service Network (PSN) wholesale parts program for independent repair facilities.
New 'Proof is in the Pennzoil' Ad Campaign Is Launched
Pennzoil has launched its new campaign, “Proof is in the Pennzoil.” The campaign is focused on depicting pure innovation by presenting facts about what makes Pennzoil stand apart from competition. It will run nationally in the United States and Canada across TV, digital, social and radio.
BCA Product Line Continues to Grow
NTN, the parent company of BCA Bearings, has announced the release of 139 new product SKUs. The new products cover BCA’s wheel hubs and bearings product lines.
