The Renault M9R Engine: Common Issues and Solutions
Common faults on the Renault and Nissan M9R 2.0 dCi diesel, what causes them and how to fix or avoid them.
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Engine and gearbox guides from our floor: specs, common faults, fitment checks and buying advice for South African vehicles.
The Nissan KA24 Engine: A Reliable Workhorse
The Nissan KA24 2.4 engine: the bakkies and cars it powers, why it is so durable and what to check on a used unit.
Audi S3 Engine: A Deep Dive
What powers the Audi S3, how its turbocharged 2.0 engine has changed over the generations and what it needs to last.
Hyundai G4ED Engine: A Closer Look at Its Engineering
The Hyundai and Kia G4ED 1.6 engine explained: where it was fitted, how it performs and what to check on a used unit.
The Toyota Hilux Engine: How It Built Its Reputation
The petrol and diesel engines that built the Toyota Hilux's reputation, and what to check when sourcing a replacement.
The Nissan VQ35 Engine: A V6 That Lasts
The Nissan VQ35 V6: the cars it powers, why it has lasted so well and what to check on a used or imported unit.
Audi A3 Engine: A Closer Look
A closer look at the petrol and diesel engines fitted to the Audi A3 and what owners should know about their upkeep.
VW Jetta V5 Engine: An Unusual Five-Cylinder
What makes the VW Jetta V5 five-cylinder engine unusual, how it performs and what to check on a used unit.
The VW GTI Engine: An Overview
An overview of the engines that have powered VW's GTI models and what keeps them performing well.
Ford Focus ST: Where Power and Practicality Meet
The turbocharged engines behind the Ford Focus ST, how they perform and what they need to stay reliable.