by David Waye | Jul 31, 2021 | Maintenance
The main problem with the standard double flaring tool is that the die is not centered when it sits on the top of the end of the brake line and there is a much greater chance for error than for success. You can see in this picture that the die is not square with the...
by David Waye | Jun 30, 2021 | Maintenance
Ignition lock failure is not a common occurrence, but it can happen. This is usually apparent when you get into your vehicle, insert the key, and the ignition will not turn to start. In older vehicles, your key ignition system is entirely mechanical, from the lock...
by David Waye | May 31, 2021 | Repair
The majority of modern vehicles have disc brakes; however, some vehicles use drum brakes on the rear axle. Rear drum brakes also function as parking brakes. Rear drum brakes. The parking brake mechanism is connected to the rear drum brakes via parking brake cables....
by David Waye | Apr 30, 2021 | BMW
BMWs vehicles are outstanding pieces of engineering and artistry. High-quality vehicles that have shown customers time and time again that these cars are worth every penny of what you pay for them. However, with these German vehicles, it is still a working car does...
by David Waye | Mar 31, 2021 | BMW
Whether you have a souped up 3 Series or a classic 507 Roadster, know when to hold them and when to fold them in terms of what repairs you can do on your own. If you are in over your head with your BMW repairs, don’t hesitate to contact us at The German Auto Doctor,...
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