Category: Technical & How-Tos
Refill AdBlue on 2015 Jetta TDI
Does your 2015 Jetta TDI show “AdBlue Range 1500 Miles” on the instrument cluster? If so, it is time to refill the AdBlue/DEF tank! Refilling your Jetta with AdBlue is easy and inexpensive. What is AdBlue? Read more in our AdBlue/DEF 101 Article. Want to check your AdBlue Level? Read our Guide to Checking AdBlue/DEF ...
AdBlue/DEF 101 – FAQ & What You Need To KnoW
Diesel Exhaust Fluid is commonly referred to as “DEF” for short or by its trade name, AdBlue. In this article we’ll review what DEF is and what you need to know about it.
We Switched to ROWE, You Should Too
We recently switched to ROWE (pronounced Row-Va) motor oils and transmission fluids and we are thrilled with the results. Everything from the packaging to the performance has been superior to other brands we’ve used in the past.
An Update From Europe: Automechanika 2018
Last week we attended the 25th anniversary Automechanika in Frankfurt, Germany. This is a huge and exciting show. How huge? All we can say is after attending this show for the first time two years ago, the SEMA show in Las Vegas seemed small. The event expected 133,000 visitors and 5,000 exhibitors across 12 buildings ...
Mk7/EA288 TDI Timing Belt Tools
The new EA288 series engine used in the new Mk7 and other 2015 TDI models use some unique tools for the timing belt job. Here is a list of what you will need.
Grand Cherokee CRD Glow Plugs Information
Having trouble getting replacement plugs to work on your Grand Cherokee CRD? You probably were sold the wrong plugs. Even though it shares the same engine, the Grand Cherokee CRD uses a different plug than the Mercedes models.
Diesel Engine Oil Leaks – Places to Check
Part of owning a high mileage or older diesel is dealing with oil leaks. It is said that you can tell that a diesel is running because it is leaking oil. If you are chasing down oil leaks, here are some common sources to check.
How do Clutched Alternator Pulleys Work
Most modern vehicles have clutched or so called one-way or decoupler pulleys. Proper operation of these pulleys is vital to alternator health and the health of other components, especially the serpentine belt tensioner.
Replacing Alternator Pulley In-Car – List of VW Models & Difficulty
Replacing an alternator pulley without removing the alternator requires skill, the right tools and a cooperative engine bay design. We’ve compiled a list of VW diesels that we work on and listed how difficult it is to replace the pulley with the alternator still installed in the vehicle.
Limp Mode After Oil Cooler Seals on OM642
If you are experiencing limp mode after replacing the oil cooler seals on your OM642 engine in the Jeep Grand Cherokee CRD, Sprinter Vans or Mercedes BlueTEC models the good news is that it is probably an easy fix.