Brooklyn Auto Repair

The E46 M3 beauty is truly timeless and arguably the best BMW M3 ever made. The S54 high revving engine redlines at 8,000 rpm producing 343hp without the aid of forced induction. Although the S54 is a well engineered engine, it does have some flaws and Vanos is top of the list. There are several possible Vanos failures and this applies to Z3 Z4 M models equipped with S54B32 engines. Camshaft Sprocket Bolts The fillister head screws that goes on the camshaft sprockets will get loose over time allowing the bolt to puncture a hole through the block or valve cover. The sheared bolts can also cause the timing chain to skip and snap resulting in permanent engine damage. The cam gear bolts have been updated by BMW to prevent this catastrophic failure and we suggest having the bolts upgraded during your Inspection II service. Cam Gear Bolts Exhaust Camshaft Hub and Vanos Oil Pump The exhaust hub contains two tab ... read more

The Intermediate Maintenance required message will be illuminated on the display  when the service is due. This will generally happen at different times during the vehicle's lifetime. This service is due based on mileage or time dependent. If the mileage for maintenance has not been reached, the service must be performed every 2, 6, 10 years the latest. This ensures your Panamera performs to it's optimal level and to protect your investment. This service also applies to 911 Carrera, 987 Boxster/Cayman, Cayenne and other models. We start by performing the Porsche Intermediate Maintenance checklists  on this Panamera which consist of the following: Electronics - Wipers, horn, tire systems.  Fault codes readout. Outside the vehicle - Brakes, suspension, steering, exhaust, etc. Engine compartment - Coolant, PDCC and power steering, battery, etc. B ... read more

The Volvo XC90 P2 platform is one the more popular SUV that can be found all over the Brooklyn area due to their reliability and safety features. These systems include Roll Over Stability, Dynamic Stability Control and Side Impact Protection System to name a few. Proper maintenance and routine auto repairs are necessary for the longevity of these vehicles. MINHS Automotive have the advance tooling and training with many years of combined experience to service all Volvo platforms models from S40, S60, S80 to V50, V70, XC60 and XC70. Common XC90 Electronic Failures & Services Brake Control Module (BCM) BCM is Volvo's anti-lock braking system which prevents the wheels from locking up and avoid skidding in certain road conditions such as rain or snow. When the BCM malfunctions the driver may experience the ABS engaging randomly, applying braking to the wheels, reducing the vehicle's ability to accelerate. When the BCM f ... read more

BMW transmissions are susceptible to wear and failures. Proper maintenance ahead of time can avoid more costly repairs. We have a BMW 650i with a transmission failsafe message and exhibiting symptoms such as car doesn't go into gear, gear disengages and shifts into neutral while driving and rough downshift. The transmission will enter a failsafe mode, also known as limp-home mode, when the EGS module senses a fault or missing input for proper operation. This can be caused by mechanical wear such as worn clutches, communication problems, low fluid and more. After retrieving the fault codes from the EGS module, we'll remove the transmission pan to inspect for wear. Mechatronics Sealing Sleeve Failure This E63 6 series is equipped with a 6HP ZF transmission. Upon inspection we've found a worn mechatronic seal on the valve body causing low fluid pressure which will prevent the transmission gears to engage and triggering fault code such as 507D Park ... read more

This Porsche Cayenne S is exhibiting stiff steering with limited assist. There are no power steering fluid leaks and we've found metal debris floating in the fluid which would suggest an internal failure of the power steering pump. We'll be flushing out all of the metal debris from the power steering system and replenishing the reservoir with fresh Pentosin steering fluid. Genuine Porsche Parts We use genuine Porsche parts and fluid to ensure an everlasting repair on the power steering system. Regular maintenance and routine fluid flushing can prolong the life of your power steering components. Our technicians at MINHS Automotive can provide Porsche's Minor and Major Scheduled Maintenance on your vehicle. Call us today for all your Porsche needs

The 4x4 warning light, ABS and traction control deactivated indicators came on all at once for this E83 BMW X3. This customer has also been getting drivetrain vibrations and juddering on acceleration. MINHS Automotive is well versed in repairs on BMW drivetrain and will be evaluating the xDrive system. What is BMW xDrive? BMW xDrive is a full-time all-wheel drive system with the transfer case being the core component. The transfer case works by directing power from the transmission to both the front and rear differentials. xDrive can make a trip on snowy roads an easier time on you and your car. We’ve determined that the transfer case assembly has failed internally due to a failed chain and has a stored fault code 5F3A Transfer Case Malfunction. A complete case replacement is in order which comes with a new actuator motor. Transfer Case Maintenance We recommend performing the transfer case oil change every 60,000 miles ... read more

A flickering navigation screen may suggest that your iDrive system is failing. We are replacing this Car Communication Computer (CCC) for a E90 BMW with other such symptoms such as no audio from sound system, iDrive knob spins freely or menu and voice commands stops working. After the CCC is replaced we'll be programming the control module with the latest BMW software.iDrive ModuleCar Communication Computer (CCC) vs. Car Information Computer (CIC) CCC made its debut in 2004 released on the E60 chassis. The DVD drive cannot play movies or support  DVD in motion due to it's processing limitations. It can be identified with the iDrive symbol from the menu screen. The navigation maps are updated by replacing the DVD in the navigation drive with the latest releases. CCC iDrive System CIC made it's debut in 2009 on the F01/F02 7-series and is a major update to the iDrive system, replacing the display, c ... read more

A rattling noise from the timing cover, all engine cylinders misfiring, car died and won't restart or extended engine cranking time are all symptoms of a failed timing chain tensioner. This particularly applies to Volkswagen Audi 2.0 TSI engines from 2008-2013 with engine code CCTA, CBFA, CAEB and CPMA which comes with the inferior chain tensioner. We now dive in by removing the front nose of the car and have the timing covers removed. The TSI timing chain tensioner has been updated several times due to their failure rate. The tensioner in question is highlighted in purple. When this component fails, it applies less tension causing the timing chain to get loose and rattle. Once the timing chain jumps timing, being that this is an "interference engine", it can lead to catastrophic engine failure as the internal engine components collide against each other, e.g. intake or exhaust valve making contact against the piston. To avoid a costly engine failur ... read more

Your Mercedes-Benz comes equipped with the Flexible Service System (FSS). The FSS tracks distance driven and the time elapsed since your last service. You will be prompted on your dashboard with message "Service A" or "Service B" when service is due.What could affect the time and mileage allotted between FSS intervals? The following is used to calculate the remaining mileage and time: Time information (from the instrument cluster) Speed information (from the ABS module) Coolant temperature Load signal Engine RPM Engine oil temperature Engine oil correction factor Engine oil level 'A' Service Service A consists of the following: Synthetic motor oil replacement Oil filter replacement All fluid level checks and corrections Tire inflation check and correction Brake comp ... read more

The owner of this R53 Mini cooper attempted to find the coolant leak on his car after having to repeatedly top-off the coolant and replacing the thermostat and gasket. We’ve identified the leak to be coming from the water pump weep hole. This W11 engine is equipped with a supercharger where the water pump is mounted onto, a tedious location to get to. We’ve dismantled the front nose of the car to gain access to the water pump. After the water pump is installed, we’ll be flushing out the wrong coolant the customer has been adding with BMW anti-corrosive coolant, formulated to properly protect the engine internals of a MINI Cooper. This MINI is fully reassembled and ready to hit the road