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by john_smith
Tue Jul 30, 2024 10:55 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: The coolant in the C63 is experiencing bubbling from the reservoir.
Replies: 9
Views: 6516

Re: The coolant in the C63 is experiencing bubbling from the reservoir.

Greetings The obvious inquiry is about the individual or group responsible for the recent task. Furthermore, have you returned or restored the task to them? It cannot be a coincidence. Do you own any codes, such as those for the thermostat or water pump? What is the current temperature shown on the ...
by john_smith
Tue Jul 23, 2024 1:09 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Changing out the A5 B8 Bluetooth bridge
Replies: 8
Views: 6682

Re: Changing out the A5 B8 Bluetooth bridge

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However, if you have already placed an order for the new BT box without component protection, I recommend giving it a try as well.
by john_smith
Tue Jul 23, 2024 1:09 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Changing out the A5 B8 Bluetooth bridge
Replies: 8
Views: 6682

Re: Changing out the A5 B8 Bluetooth bridge

Indeed, your statement about the MOST bus is accurate. To address this situation, you may detach the BT box from the optical bus by using a female optical loop bypass connection as an alternative solution.
by john_smith
Tue Jul 23, 2024 1:07 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Changing out the A5 B8 Bluetooth bridge
Replies: 8
Views: 6682

Re: Changing out the A5 B8 Bluetooth bridge

If you do not need hands-free functionality in your 2008 A5, I suggest starting by disconnecting the wire harness connector(s) from the old telephone prep module that has malfunctioned. Then, you may use VCDS or a comparable VAG diagnostic/coding tool to program the Telephone module J412 using the k...
by john_smith
Wed Mar 20, 2024 8:36 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Regardless of the circumstances, I am determined to purchase the most recent Kia Carnival model with the updated Facelif
Replies: 10
Views: 3027

Re: Regardless of the circumstances, I am determined to purchase the most recent Kia Carnival model with the updated Fac

Thank you for your comments, everyone. We will definitely be using Apple CarPlay, thus the radio and media player problem should not be too significant. Upon examining the EV9, I saw that it lacks the same amount of room as the Carnival (Sedona), particularly in the boot area (540L in the Carnival c...
by john_smith
Wed Mar 20, 2024 8:21 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Regardless of the circumstances, I am determined to purchase the most recent Kia Carnival model with the updated Facelif
Replies: 10
Views: 3027

Regardless of the circumstances, I am determined to purchase the most recent Kia Carnival model with the updated Facelif

Greetings, everybody. Upon my first experience with a Kia Carnival during a vacation in Australia with my large family, I have made the decision to purchase this vehicle, particularly due to the remarkable appearance of the current facelift model. I am curious if anybody has already undertaken this ...
by john_smith
Wed Dec 13, 2023 6:17 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: A Mercedes vehicle ignites.
Replies: 14
Views: 3455

Re: A Mercedes vehicle ignites.

by john_smith
Tue Nov 21, 2023 8:27 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: The radiator fans are in a constant state of operation.
Replies: 14
Views: 3562

Re: The radiator fans are in a constant state of operation.

The Local Interconnect Network (LIN) is a communication protocol often used in automotive applications for connecting several electronic control units (ECUs) inside a vehicle. The system in question operates on a 12-volt power supply and uses serial communication. A single dominant device, such as a...
by john_smith
Tue Nov 21, 2023 8:26 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: The radiator fans are in a constant state of operation.
Replies: 14
Views: 3562

Re: The radiator fans are in a constant state of operation.

Norm is a pulse-width modulation (PWM) device used for fan control purposes. It has a diagnostic signal grounding feature that enables the fan controller to effectively communicate fault information to the electronic control unit (ECU). The LIN protocol may be considered a cost-effective option that...