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Why Is My BMW Going Into Limp Mode?
While having a vehicle allows you freedom, it also comes with the possibility of mechanical issues. When your vehicle functions abnormally, displaying symptoms like reduced power and a check engine light, it’s likely that your BMW has entered limp mode. After years of...
F30 BMWs With Valvetronic Fault Codes: Causes & Fixes
Many BMW owners gravitated towards the F30 generation of the BMW 3 Series because of the models’ turbocharged engines and electric power steering, giving BMW a heightened experience behind the wheel. The F30 BMW, which is a sedan, is often the namesake for references...
Common Fault Codes & What They Mean To Your BMW
With so many moving parts, there are countless fault codes that tell you what needs attention on your BMW. Your OBD system detects faults in your car and displays a trouble code that tells you and your mechanic what needs service in order to get your vehicle back on...
How To Properly Winterize Your BMW
While not every city in Texas experiences harsh weather, even slightly cold weather shifts and light snow can change the conditions of your vehicle for the worse if you aren’t prepared. Here are our top tips to winterize your BMW and keep you safe on the roads. Be...
3 Things Not To Do During Winter Driving
Don't get left out in the cold! Winter driving can be perilous! You can avoid dangerous situations, expensive repairs, and other problems this winter by following this advice. Here are three things not to do during winter driving: 1. Do Not use your cruise control...
How To Choose an Extended Warranty For Your Car
All About 3rd-Party Extended Warranties So, you hear radio/TV commercials or dealer sales pitches on the merits of buying a “worry-free” Extended Warranty for your aging vehicle... You're considering an extended warranty for your car. You hear that you can take your...
How Does Carbon Build-up Affect Your BMW’s Direct Injection Motor?
Direct injection motors can provide a lot of advantages that many BMW owners look forward to when purchasing their vehicle. This particular motor type has become increasingly popular in the last few years in response to the efficiency and power that it offers. Direct...
6 Signs Your BMW Has An Oil Leak & What To Do About It
Your engine oil is essential to how your BMW runs. According to HowStuffWorks, engine oil keeps the internal parts of your engine lubricated and cool, avoiding damage from friction and wear. Not sure if your Bimmer has an oil leak? There is a combination of symptoms...
How To Tell If Your Porsche’s IMS Bearing Is Failing
Depending on the model of your Porsche, you may be more susceptible to an IMS bearing failing. But don’t let the fear of this possibility ruin the joy of owning a Porsche. By equipping yourself with the knowledge of IMS bearing failure and what symptoms to look out...
10 Important Reasons to Follow Your Audi’s Service Schedule
While it can seem innocent to procrastinate on taking your Audi in for routine maintenance, there are many reasons that you should set and keep scheduled services to keep your it in the best shape possible. Here are 10 important reasons that you should stay on top of...
Why Choose an Independent Auto Shop Over the Dealer?
Autoscope - A compelling independent auto shop alternative to the dealer. Over the years, much has been written and discussed in many forums about the pros and cons of independent (non-dealer) automotive repair facilities versus dealers. Traditionally, the independent...
Low Coolant Light
Has your Low Coolant Light come on? Here is what the low coolant light means on your car and the (usual) suspects behind why your low coolant light is on. As you have probably already guessed, the most likely reason for your Low Coolant Light to be on is…because your...
BMW Battery Replacement – Why register a new BMW battery?
An often misunderstood and unappreciated point when it comes to replacing the battery in modern, late-model BMW's is that the new battery has to be "registered" or matched to the onboard ECU for proper operation and battery longevity. You may be wondering why this is...
What Does a Brake Warning Light Mean in My Car?
All About That Brake Warning Light Is there a brake warning light on in your car? It could mean a variety of different things and to know what it might be first depends on which brake warning light it is. When you first start your car, all your instrument lights...
What is hydroplaning?
Hydroplaning 101 If you want to understand what hydroplaning is, here is everything you need to know about this phenomenon so that you can take to the road safely, and confidently, no matter the weather conditions. Written by: Bradley Hayes Automotive Blogger &...
Charge Pipe Breaking on Turbocharged BMW
A common problem on turbocharged BMW models is the charge pipe on the intake side breaking. This will cause “drivetrain malfunction”, “service engine soon” or “check engine” warnings to be displayed. This fault is sometimes preceded by a large “pop!” noise, which is...
5 Myths of Dealership Service
5 Myths of Dealership Service Just because they sold the car doesn't mean they are the best place to service it. Written by: Bradley Hayes Automotive Blogger & Director of Marketing, Autoscope European Car Repair There is a common misperception that the dealership...
Check Engine Light vs. Service Engine Soon Light
Is there a difference between the check engine light and a service engine soon light? The check engine light and service engine soon light are often mistaken for one another and many are confused as to what they each mean. Though they seem similar, we'll explain just...
How to know when to replace motor mounts
Time to replace motor mounts on your car? Worn engine mounts might be causing those vibrations. How do you know if your car needs new engine mounts? There are various methods of determining whether or not your engine mounts are in need of replacement, but here are 5...
Texas State Vehicle Inspection
What Happens During Your Texas State Vehicle Inspection? In the State of Texas, vehicles must pass an official state safety and emissions inspection every year in order to legally drive on state roads. The annual Texas state vehicle inspection helps to ensure that...
This is why your car AC smells like a dirty gym sock.
Foul/Musty Smell coming from the AC Vents? Learn all about why your car AC smells bad and what you can do about it. These days, especially here in Texas, air conditioning system in our car is not a luxury - it's a necessity. With temperatures outside reaching...
