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by ALJohns_34
Mon Mar 30, 2026 2:02 pm
Forum: General Motoring
Topic: A 320D M-Sport that has clocked 190,000 km
Replies: 4
Views: 48

Re: A 320D M-Sport that has clocked 190,000 km

Review the invoices to determine the actions taken.
Check for further oil changes, which are recommended at 6 or 7 july, to get a sense of how well it has been maintained.
It should have been completed by now, but check the receipt to make sure the components are authentic.

Additionally, whenever I ...
by ALJohns_34
Mon Mar 23, 2026 9:46 am
Forum: General Motoring
Topic: Need a new timing chain for my BMW N57—can I pay for it in installments?
Replies: 4
Views: 46

Re: Need a new timing chain for my BMW N57—can I pay for it in installments?

The only places I've heard of something like that are with service plans that charge you every month, so I would be quite shocked if that was available elsewhere.

I'm curious to know how much it has cost to complete the job.
by ALJohns_34
Fri Mar 06, 2026 1:13 pm
Forum: General Motoring
Topic: Squeaking at low speed while fully locked into the right side?
Replies: 11
Views: 157

Re: Squeaking at low speed while fully locked into the right side?

Hybrid battery health checks are part of the service process at Toyota. Doubtful if other auto shops go to such lengths. Schedule your next service with Toyota without a doubt.
by ALJohns_34
Fri Mar 06, 2026 1:11 pm
Forum: General Motoring
Topic: Squeaking at low speed while fully locked into the right side?
Replies: 11
Views: 157

Re: Squeaking at low speed while fully locked into the right side?

How familiar are you with the service records? The last time it was serviced? Has it been serviced by a Toyota dealer? Dealer usage typically extends the warranty to 10 years or 100,000 miles, which is why most owners choose for it. Vehicle history databases, like Car Vertical's, reveal details ...
by ALJohns_34
Fri Mar 06, 2026 1:09 pm
Forum: General Motoring
Topic: Squeaking at low speed while fully locked into the right side?
Replies: 11
Views: 157

Re: Squeaking at low speed while fully locked into the right side?

A prudent course of action would be to inform the dealer of the incidences as soon as possible, as the vehicle is still under warranty due to its recent acquisition.

Does bringing the car to a stop silence it?
Is the steering wheel a source of any sensation for you?


I recommend having the dealer ...
by ALJohns_34
Thu Mar 05, 2026 1:53 pm
Forum: General Motoring
Topic: A Discussion on the Mercedes Shed....
Replies: 5
Views: 135

A Discussion on the Mercedes Shed....

Post any abandoned, battered, or poorly maintained Mercedes you come across; the site will likely be deleted or closed down soon because of the sensitive "that's someone's pride and joy" sorts. Certain wear and tear is inevitable with masterpieces of a bygone era, thus none of them....Pretty much ...
by ALJohns_34
Tue Mar 03, 2026 9:09 am
Forum: General Motoring
Topic: The fan in the cabin of my Ford B-Max is jammed.
Replies: 4
Views: 73

Re: The fan in the cabin of my Ford B-Max is jammed.

It normally only works at maximum speed if the resistor is to blame.
by ALJohns_34
Tue Feb 24, 2026 10:43 am
Forum: General Motoring
Topic: The door lock is making a noise.
Replies: 7
Views: 132

Re: The door lock is making a noise.

In my opinion, that is excellent information. It is appreciated.
by ALJohns_34
Tue Feb 24, 2026 10:41 am
Forum: General Motoring
Topic: The door lock is making a noise.
Replies: 7
Views: 132

The door lock is making a noise.

When I lock it, it makes a clunking sound sometimes, and then it makes around five beeps. This is Design 2025.
It eventually clicked for me that the seat beeps indicated something, but occasionally it would beep even when the seats weren't in use. Is anything I've said incorrect?
by ALJohns_34
Thu Feb 19, 2026 9:40 am
Forum: General Motoring
Topic: Damage to the Driver's Seat on the Road
Replies: 7
Views: 103

Re: Damage to the Driver's Seat on the Road

Both of ours did it. There was no sign of a fold or rip. The seat cover was actually slipping off the cushion since it seemed to detach from underneath and pull out. The seat cushion was replaced as part of the basic warranty coverage.