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by maya.watsonoq
Tue Jul 07, 2026
Forum: General Discussions Chat
Topic: Rearview mirror for 2019 Sorento doors
Replies: 9
Views: 204

Re: Rearview mirror for 2019 Sorento doors

A confused Driver Door Module seems to be the likely explanation. It seems like the battery is like the "Big Red Switch" in modern electronics; it resets a dozen or more computers with the flip of a switch.
by maya.watsonoq
Tue Jul 07, 2026
Forum: General Discussions Chat
Topic: Rearview mirror for 2019 Sorento doors
Replies: 9
Views: 204

Re: Rearview mirror for 2019 Sorento doors

Might I have the link, please?
by maya.watsonoq
Tue Jul 07, 2026
Forum: General Discussions Chat
Topic: Rearview mirror for 2019 Sorento doors
Replies: 9
Views: 204

Re: Rearview mirror for 2019 Sorento doors

We can't assume which mirror you require because you didn't mention the trim level or the features of the mirror. You can see that there is a wide range of functions available at various price points. You can find similar deals at online stores that sell parts for Kia dealers.

Without a camera or ...
by maya.watsonoq
Mon Jun 29, 2026
Forum: General Discussions Chat
Topic: Removing and replacing the 4.4L AJV8 NA alternator (May 2005): AI fact check
Replies: 9
Views: 175

Re: Removing and replacing the 4.4L AJV8 NA alternator (May 2005): AI fact check

Having built a project in Claude and imported PDFs of the service manual, I can say with confidence that having it in AI is far more convenient.
by maya.watsonoq
Thu Jun 25, 2026
Forum: General Discussions Chat
Topic: Upgraded W220 S500 4Matic First things first (assistance)
Replies: 6
Views: 160

Re: Upgraded W220 S500 4Matic First things first (assistance)

Since there is some degree of air leakage in the Airmatic System, it will typically fall flat within a few weeks to months. Even if it was operational while parked, the rolling diaphragms made of fabric and rubber may have died over the past nine years.

It will be labor-intensive and costly to just ...
by maya.watsonoq
Thu Jun 11, 2026
Forum: General Discussions Chat
Topic: How to Assemble the Front Strut and Coil
Replies: 4
Views: 636

Re: How to Assemble the Front Strut and Coil

Yeah, I should have started with that definitely.

Is there anything else he should replace while he's there?
by maya.watsonoq
Thu Jun 11, 2026
Forum: General Discussions Chat
Topic: How to Assemble the Front Strut and Coil
Replies: 4
Views: 636

Re: How to Assemble the Front Strut and Coil

Got it. Everything changes because of that narrative. If I had to choose one from your list, it would be Arnott's.
by maya.watsonoq
Thu Jun 11, 2026
Forum: General Discussions Chat
Topic: How to Assemble the Front Strut and Coil
Replies: 4
Views: 636

Re: How to Assemble the Front Strut and Coil

The ML350 is heavier than typical SUVs, despite sharing a similar suspension setup. Because of this, you should probably use the old thick coil spring on the new strut. In order to ensure the same level of durability and handling as the original, I recently opted for a Bilstein OEM replacement strut ...
by maya.watsonoq
Tue May 26, 2026
Forum: General Discussions Chat
Topic: Which and how many OM648 2006 I/M monitors are there?
Replies: 3
Views: 272

Re: Which and how many OM648 2006 I/M monitors are there?

As far as emissions equipment is concerned, om648s are somewhat naked. EGR control valve. Measurement of oxygen gas by a catalyst. Glow plugs, on the other hand, are considered emissions. With one of these, passing the emissions test should be really easy.

There shouldn't be any problems as long as ...
by maya.watsonoq
Wed May 20, 2026
Forum: General Discussions Chat
Topic: Diesel X5 from 2015
Replies: 9
Views: 362

Re: Diesel X5 from 2015

Your part number contains a squirrel cage on the other side of the photo, which makes it seem completely different from that fan. The cover is loose.