If a customer with a manual-transmission equipped Honda vehicle (2013 Fit is an example) complains about stiff shifting or popping out of gear, chances are the transmission has old Honda MTF or aftermarket MTF.
When replacing the front crankshaft/oil pump seal on 4-cylinder models of 2008-2011 Subaru Legacy/Outback vehicles, always install a new oil seal, following the installation instructions as specified in the service manual.
The owner of a 2009 Mini Cooper S may complain about poor shift quality and/or the selector lever quadrant not synchronized with the transmission detents, usually following transmission repairs or engine compartment service. This can be caused by improper handling (bending, mis-adjustment or over-stretching) of cables.
This bulletin applies to 2010-2011 Honda Crosstour vehicles. The MIL may be on, with either DTC P3400 (VPS stuck off Bank 1) or P3497 (VPS stuck off Bank 2) stored. NOTE: The symptom may be intermittent and you may not be able to duplicate after clearing the DTC.
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As part of its Technical messenger series leading component supplier MAHLE has issued some useful practical advice on the issue of leaky oil filters. The advice is based the in depth knowledge built up by the company’s technical experts on filter installation and fault diagnoses.
Owners of a 2011-2014 Chevy Cruze may comment about an intermittent engine no-crank. They may also comment that if they cycle the ignition OFF and then back ON, the engine may crank. This may be accompanied by a CMP (exhaust camshaft position sensor) signal.
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