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by n1mrod
Fri Oct 17, 2025 9:02 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Insurance entire loss (Category S) — is it advisable to repair or sell?
Replies: 10
Views: 61

Re: Insurance entire loss (Category S) — is it advisable to repair or sell?

The majority of items are amenable to repair. It is merely the actual expense. It is also necessary to place it on a jig and verify its alignment. An experienced body shop is the sole establishment to which you would entrust it. Furthermore, if there is structural damage, has it penetrated any part ...
by n1mrod
Fri Oct 10, 2025 1:03 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Hazardous driving help!
Replies: 13
Views: 354

Re: Hazardous driving help!

Likewise, the 'collision avoidance' feature engaged the brakes of my vehicle when another car abruptly entered my lane at a roundabout, even though I had seen the approaching vehicle, adjusted my speed, and positioned my foot over the brake pedal in anticipation. The driver of the vehicle behind me ...
by n1mrod
Wed Sep 17, 2025 9:34 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Turbo assistance
Replies: 10
Views: 977

Re: Turbo assistance

The car underwent diagnosis today via STAR, revealing no faults. My mechanic recommended that I persist in using the car until the check engine light illuminates.

By the way, have you resolved yours?
by n1mrod
Wed Sep 17, 2025 9:33 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Turbo assistance
Replies: 10
Views: 977

Re: Turbo assistance

I apologize sincerely.
I presume you lack a scanner?
by n1mrod
Wed Sep 17, 2025 9:32 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Turbo assistance
Replies: 10
Views: 977

Re: Turbo assistance

I will replace the backpressure sensor while the assembly is apart. I opted for a Turbo cartridge repair kit rather than a complete replacement, which is far more cost-effective. I successfully extracted the damaged bolts from the Turbo without doing any harm. I have a new swirl flap motor arriving,...
by n1mrod
Wed Sep 17, 2025 9:31 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Turbo assistance
Replies: 10
Views: 977

Re: Turbo assistance

Thank you for your contribution, Martin_Smith76. I replaced the turbo actuator a few years ago, but it is likely that it is defective. I will modify it to ensure accuracy when it is completely disassembled. In the realm of disappointment, there are undoubtedly those with more insight on this matter;...
by n1mrod
Wed Sep 17, 2025 9:30 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Turbo assistance
Replies: 10
Views: 977

Turbo assistance

Greetings, everyone, I own a 2008 Bluetek with 200,000 miles that has been underperforming and need help. The Check Engine Light (CEL) remains on, and the vehicle is entering limp mode. After recycling the key, the vehicle operates properly for some miles until issues reoccur. I had many codes, incl...
by n1mrod
Mon Aug 04, 2025 9:46 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Oil level for the 2020 C-Class coupe
Replies: 8
Views: 10516

Re: Oil level for the 2020 C-Class coupe

Engines use oil. Consequently, a mechanism exists for monitoring the level
by n1mrod
Wed Jul 23, 2025 11:44 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Replacement AGM 12V battery
Replies: 6
Views: 11161

Re: Replacement AGM 12V battery

It is necessary to substitute your battery with the same kind that was initially installed. AGM and conventional lead-acid batteries possess distinct charging specifications.