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Frequently Answered DSM Questions All the common and repetitive DSM questions asked with links to the answers. If you post a question elsewhere that has already been answered here, you may get your posting privileges revoked. Required reading for all!

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		Read me: Appearance Mods and Getting Opinions andymoraitis	06-29-2006 03:17 PM by andymoraitis	0	6,053
		Read me: More Productive Searches andymoraitis	01-28-2006 08:18 PM by project_tsi	1	5,096
		Read me: Venting your BOV to the Atmosphere Ludachris	03-29-2004 08:26 AM by Ludachris	0	34,817
		Read me: Common Mistakes and Misconceptions by Newbies Ludachris	11-25-2003 01:23 PM by Ludachris	0	50,116
		Read me: Top 10 Most Popular DSM Q & A's Ludachris	05-21-2003 08:35 AM by Ludachris	0	89,284
		Wideband O2's-DIY and OTS ( 1 2 3 4) rdrkt	06-04-2008 04:33 PM by L2RTSiAWD	112	33,140
		Which turbo should I get? wret	05-28-2008 07:22 PM by RadDsm	1	1,117
		Oil Cap Leaking? Defiant	03-25-2008 11:49 PM by Defiant	0	1,215
		Flywheel questions wret	03-18-2008 07:08 AM by wret	0	570
		Oil Sender / Sensor Questions? wret	03-14-2008 06:44 AM by wret	0	462
		Will These Wheels / Tires Fit? wret	03-13-2008 01:40 PM by wret	0	1,090
		How do I get wires or tubing through the firewall? Defiant	03-05-2008 02:53 AM by Defiant	0	702
		Horn Not Loud Enough? Defiant	02-08-2008 03:19 AM by Defiant	0	1,091
		How to remove factory 1G Sunroof glass Defiant	02-06-2008 04:50 AM by Defiant	0	413
		Oil Leak at the turbo drain? Did you use crush washers? Defiant	02-05-2008 02:25 AM by Defiant	0	659
		Programming Homelink -those buttons on the visor Defiant	02-01-2008 03:59 AM by Defiant	0	557
		Which Oil Should I Use? Which filter? Defiant	01-27-2008 02:34 AM by Defiant	0	1,280
		Window Buttons Sinking? Dropped down into door? Defiant	01-25-2008 12:53 AM by Defiant	0	402
		What Color Is My Car? Color Code, codes Defiant	01-24-2008 11:45 PM by Defiant	0	1,403
		Where do the Short Oil Pan Flange Bolts Go? Defiant	01-19-2008 12:54 AM by Defiant	0	323
		What thread are the oil and thermosensor bores? Defiant	01-18-2008 02:30 AM by Defiant	0	273
		Interior water leaks? Defiant	01-14-2008 12:36 AM by Defiant	0	558
		Where is the 2G OBD II diagnostic port? Defiant	01-12-2008 12:59 AM by Defiant	0	529
		Mounting Aftermarket Seats Defiant	01-07-2008 12:56 AM by Defiant	0	738
		Radio installing? Filling the half-DIN? Defiant	01-06-2008 01:46 AM by Defiant	0	738
		2G Door Window Glass- not all the same. Defiant	01-03-2008 12:10 AM by Defiant	0	469
		What size (volume) fuel pump do I need? wret	01-02-2008 02:01 PM by wret	0	764
		Fuel Injector Questions wret	12-28-2007 11:36 AM by wret	2	1,361
		Window Tint Removal Defiant	12-28-2007 07:02 AM by Defiant	0	602
		Factory Keyless Entry, Alarm Remote, Programming Defiant	12-24-2007 07:20 AM by Defiant	0	661
		Light bulb replacements Defiant	12-21-2007 01:58 AM by Defiant	0	408
		Towing DSM AWD cars Defiant	12-14-2007 12:49 AM by Defiant	0	1,256
		How Do I Break-In A Motor? Defiant	12-13-2007 06:45 AM by Defiant	0	1,124
		Where is the starter? Defiant	12-13-2007 06:26 AM by Defiant	0	457
		Need a Manual and the CAPS program? Defiant	12-10-2007 10:54 PM by Defiant	0	618
		Cams -breaking in break-in camshafts Defiant	12-09-2007 02:58 AM by Defiant	0	711
		Heater Trouble- air coming out isn't hot Defiant	12-09-2007 02:24 AM by Defiant	0	466
		Heater Trouble- blower not working Defiant	12-09-2007 02:23 AM by Defiant	0	275
		What is a turbo timer, and why I may or may not need one? Defiant	12-07-2007 12:48 AM by Defiant	0	1,196
		What Cams Do I Have, and What Are The Differences? Defiant	12-05-2007 01:50 AM by Defiant	0	694
		Are DSMs reliable? Defiant	12-05-2007 01:47 AM by Defiant	0	1,973
		Intercooler Spraying Defiant	12-02-2007 12:38 AM by Defiant	0	971
		The B&M Command Flo Fuel Modifier and other AFPR FAQ's L2RTSiAWD	11-30-2007 01:12 PM by 99gst_racer	1	5,446
		Broken Door Handle Defiant	11-29-2007 12:20 AM by Defiant	0	763
		What Turbo is This? wret	11-10-2007 05:52 AM by wret	0	1,319
		What is the stock boost pressure on a DSM? wret	11-07-2007 11:32 AM by wret	0	2,102
		How can I reduce the weight of my DSM? wret	11-07-2007 06:23 AM by wret	0	1,282
		Has anyone used an Optima brand (red-top, yellow-top) battery in a DSM? wret	11-07-2007 06:23 AM by wret	0	830
		Has anyone ever installed a push-button start switch in a DSM? wret	11-07-2007 06:23 AM by wret	0	738
		What is the safe limit for exhaust gas temperature (EGT) on a DSM? wret	11-07-2007 06:23 AM by wret	0	848
		Has anyone ever removed the rear wing from a DSM? wret	11-07-2007 06:22 AM by wret	0	719
		How do I program a keyless remote for my DSM? wret	11-07-2007 06:19 AM by wret	0	353
		Does my DSM have a 6-bolt or 7-bolt motor? wret	11-07-2007 06:19 AM by wret	0	1,126
		What is lifter tick? How can I stop lifter tick? wret	11-07-2007 06:18 AM by wret	0	1,211
		Why is my dipstick popping out? wret	11-07-2007 06:18 AM by wret	0	854
		How do I remove the boost control solenoid (BCS) restrictor? wret	11-07-2007 06:17 AM by wret	0	979
		My base idle set screw (BISS) will not come out. How do I remove it? wret	11-07-2007 06:17 AM by wret	0	436
		Is there a transfer case recall for my DSM? wret	11-07-2007 06:17 AM by wret	0	496
		Is there a recall for ball joints on 2G DSMs? wret	11-07-2007 06:16 AM by wret	0	484
		How do I install a manual boost controller (MBC)? wret	11-07-2007 06:15 AM by wret	0	1,259
		How do I make / buy / use / troubleshoot a boost leak tester? wret	11-07-2007 06:14 AM by wret	0	767
		How do I install a boost gauge? wret	11-07-2007 06:14 AM by wret	0	868
		What oil should I use in my DSM? wret	11-07-2007 06:14 AM by wret	0	722
		What is the spark plug firing order for a DSM? wret	11-07-2007 06:13 AM by wret	0	680
		Has anyone ever gotten a DSM painted at Maaco? wret	11-07-2007 06:12 AM by wret	0	822
		How should I break in my new, rebuilt DSM engine? wret	11-07-2007 06:09 AM by wret	0	483
		What is Seafoam? wret	11-07-2007 06:09 AM by wret	0	983
		Is it okay to drive with a [cut, broken, missing, removed] balance shaft belt? wret	11-07-2007 06:08 AM by wret	0	714
		Everything you want to know about the MAF Translator. [MAFT] GSX4LIFE	11-07-2007 06:07 AM by wret	3	23,620
		Broken, slipped timing belt wret	11-07-2007 06:06 AM by wret	0	503
		Underdrive Pulleys wret	11-07-2007 06:05 AM by wret	0	508