Or email and put "Car Doctor" in the subject field. Write to John Paul, The Car Doctor, at 110 Royal Little Drive, Providence RI 02904.
He has more than 30 years of experience in the automobile industry and is an ASE-Certified Master Technician. John Paul is the AAA Northeast Car Doctor. Have the shop clean the wheels and tire bead of any lubricant, and that should keep the tires from moving. If the crayon mark moves, the tires are sliding on the wheels. Take a crayon and make a mark on the tire next to the valve stem and drive the truck as you normally would. What do you think?Ī: The factory chrome wheels on the Avalanche are very smooth, and, depending on the type of rubber lube the garage used, it is possible the tires are moving on the wheels.
I’m convinced the tires are sliding on the wheels, but my shop thinks I’m crazy. I took the truck back to the shop that put on the tires, and they rebalanced the tires - and it was good for another two weeks.
The truck was great for about two weeks and then started to vibrate. Q: I have a Chevy Avalanche pickup and I just had new tires put on it. The car is three years old and it was about due. My wife has a Volkswagen and I just changed the cabin air filter. That could be more often if you drive on very dusty roads or in high pollen areas. My opinion is that the cabin filter should be changed when it is dirty, regardless of mileage. The car only has 15,000 miles on it, why does it need replacing so often?Ī: According to the Volkswagen service recommendation, the cabin filter should be changed every 40,000 miles. Q: I own a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle and really like it, but each time I bring it in for an oil change, they tell me the car needs a cabin air filter. Start with a look at a late model Ford Explorer - the ride is good, it can handle rough roads with ease and they are plentiful on the used car market. I would stay away from vehicles with sport suspension and low-profile tires, which tend to ride a bit harsher. If you are looking for an all-wheel-drive vehicle that can handle rough roads and still deliver a decent ride, a mid- to full-sized SUV may be the best choice. I drive 20,000 to 25,000 miles a year, some of it very long distance.Ī: The Honda Odyssey rides pretty well when new and the issue with yours is most likely that the suspension has sagged over the years and is causing the harsher ride. Q: I am the owner of a 2006 Honda Odyssey - which I bought new - that has treated me well but can't take a rough road.Ĭan you recommend a non-luxury late model 4WD used vehicle that will give a smooth ride on a rough road? Or do I need to go with a luxury vehicle and/or a new vehicle? The bulletin that references a very similar problem is 16-NA-411. At this point, ask the dealer if there is a re-flash of the computer available to address the issue. The technical bulletin is listed for the 2017 model and could be applicable to your truck.
TRANSMISSION APP UPDATE ISSUES SOFTWARE
Have you heard of this problem with other GM vehicles and, more importantly, have you heard of any solutions?Ī: In 2016, there was a very similar problem with a harsh downshift slowing down, and the fix was a software update. I have been to the dealership five times and they tell me they have heard of the problem, but there is no fix. The problem is that the transmission clunks into gear as I slow down. Q: I have a 2017 GMC Sierra with a 6.2-liter engine and an 8-speed transmission.
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