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When this DIYer's Mercedes-Benz W221 S-Class had trouble with the rear struts, he wasn't about to just take it to a mechanic! Instead of paying thousands to replace the rear struts, he decided to find the problem himself. It turns out the issue wasn't with the struts but with the rear sensors! Keep reading here!

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 Light of the Week

Electric throttle control: This warning light can be found in Jeep, Dodge, and Chrysler models. It alerts drivers when the electronic throttle control is malfunctioning, meaning that there could be noticeable changes when accelerating. Sometimes, turning your car off and back on can reset this warning light, but if it does not go away, take your vehicle to a trusted mechanic to have it inspected.

DIY Guide of the Week

There are lots of reasons a car seat might need to be removed. Maybe there is an occupancy sensor that needs to be replaced, or the seat itself needs some TLC. This week's guide will walk you through how to remove a front car seat. This guide works with nearly every vehicle, but check what kind of bolts are keeping your seat in place. Some car seats are secured with Torx bolts and others with hexagonal bolts. Keep reading here!

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Don't drive with your airbag light on, ! If you're in an accident, your airbag may not deploy. We will be back next week with more repair tips. Remember to share your car repair success story with us for a chance to win a free YOUCANIC Pro jump starter and be featured in our next newsletter!

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