• SureTrack Community Fix: Can’t Lock That VW

    Mitchell 1 SureTrack Real Fix LogoA car that can’t be locked is a security issue for the owner. Usually this comes down to a switch or a module problem but not always. SureTrack community member griffsautoservice had a Volkswagen Jetta that couldn’t be locked with the keys or the fobs. It was a head scratching problem for them but they finally figured it out. The fix is documented below.

  • TPMS: 2012-2017 Volkswagen Passat

    Tire Pressure in Cold weather specificationsMitchell 1 provides TPMS information to Modern Tire Dealer, an award-winning publication that writes editorial content geared to independent tire dealers. We’re sharing this content in our blog, with a link to the Modern Tire Dealer website where you can read the article in full. The TPMS information in this article may also be accessed in either the TPMS or the reset procedures quick link in our ProDemand® auto repair information software, along with other important reset procedure data for the selected vehicle.

  • A look at the Dual Clutch Gearbox

    A look at the Dual Clutch Gearbox This manual transmission will send even the most experienced techs looking for a refresher course. Wayne Colonna/Motor Age — The DSG, or Dual Clutch Gearbox, is a manual transmission using a Mechatronic system to shift the transmission automatically via a double wet or dry clutch with double input […]