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	2001 Audi Allroad Quattro 2.7L abs VIN: WAUYP54B31 Problem occurs on a sporatic basis, perhaps 1 or 2 times per week. The ABS light and ESP (Traction Control) lights come on while driving. When the car is shut off, the lights go away. We checked all systems on the car and the only fault code stored was 01435,...	View
	1999 BMW 740iL 4.4L Electronic VIN: WBAGH8335X THIS CAR HAS A PROBLEM WITH GOOD HOT HEAT COMING THROUGH THE CENTER VENTS - in the defrost mode the heat is good - the heat is also good in the floor mode - when switched to the center vents it only get luke warm and is even colder towards the outer vents - th...	View
	1986 Cadillac Fleetwood 5.0L Charging VIN: 1G5DW69YXG Car came in with a dead batt. Charged batt and tested had 847 cca at 12.56 volts. Started it and performed a charging system test. Alternator had to charging output but diode ripel was normal. Replaced alternator and it did the same thing. I thought mabee I go...	View
	1996 Cadillac Seville SLS 4.6L No Start VIN: 1G6K552Y7T came in as no start. replaced ignition lock cylinder assembly now it will crank but not fire. dash is saying service fuel system and i got code p0231 short in fuel wiring... tested what i could to no avail..anyone run into this?	View
	1994 Chevrolet K3500 6.5L MIL Lamp on VIN: 1GTHK33F8R this is my own truck and had this problem for long time. seems to be worst cold, the ses lite comes on intermittently and get a code 36. didn't happen all summer but now that the temp is @ 2 C happens all day long. I have followed diag procedure as per all dat... Trouble codes: 36 (injector pulse width - long response time)	View
	1995 Chevrolet Camaro 3.8L Poor Idle Quality VIN: S4S2152003 Hey Guys, This camaro has a strange probelm that we have only duplicated once, and it happens to the customer 3 to4 times a week. When they start it for the first time in the morning, it runs real rough if they turn it off and re-start it, it is fine. We had ...	View
	1995 Chevrolet Blazer 4.3L No Start VIN: 1GNDT13W7S car will start and run and then stall after a few min. when veh. wants to run the fuel pump will activate and my noid light will flash bright. once car stalls the fuel pump will not activate upon key turned on. also the noid light will flash but light is dim. ...	View
	1995 Chevrolet Blazer 4.3L No Start i have got a good one. this blazer came in for a no start. the battery was dead from where the customer tried to start it. after charging the battery for 6 hours the blazer started. no codes were found in it except for an egr code which was disconnected by som...	View
	1999 Chevrolet Malibu 2.4L Poor Idle Quality, Surge, Cuts out, Stall, Misfire, MIL Lamp on, CODE PO300 VIN: IGIND52T6X ok here we go this car was running about the same as before as it is now the dtc was po300 random misfire i have a snap on modis so i looked at misfire data all cyclinders were misfireing current and had history misfire for all cyclinders 70k i asked cust for ... Trouble codes: P0300	View
	1999 Chevrolet Blazer 4.3L speedometer VIN: 1GNDT13W0X Vehicle came in a couple weeks ago, customer complained of no shifting. Monitored datastream and checked for DTC's. No dtc's were present and datastream showed input rpm's and slippage rpm's to be equal while output rpm's read zero, but wheels were turning and...	View
	2000 Chevrolet Malibu 3.1L Poor Idle Quality, Surge, MIL Lamp on VIN: 1G1ND52J5Y this malibu intermitantly idles fast, and throughs a p0122. will not act up in the shop. i have shook the wires with my volt meter hooked up. did not lose voltage. using min max pushed the pedal and no dropped voltage. any help is appreciated. thankyou Trouble codes: P0122 (tp or app circuit voltage low)	View
	1998 Dodge Durango 5.2L Stall VIN: 1B4HS28Y1W hi every one hope you all could help i have this durango that will stall when put in to drive but not in reverse.but not all the time.did find intake pan leaking so i fixed that but still does it.did try new iac sol still same rr plugs still the same did rr up...	View
	1994 Ford Ranger STX 3.0L 4TH Gear VIN: 1FTCR10X9R Hello and Thanks in advance for any replies.This truck came into us 5 months and 3,800 miles ago popping out of fourth gear. The customer stated that a another shop installed a remaned trans aprox 4,000 miles. We asked about a warranty they told us the shop wa...	View
	1994 Ford Thunderbird LX 3.8L MIL Lamp on VIN: 1FALP6240R hey ford guys i have a no comunication issue with this car and cannot find any reason. the check engine light does operate and is off at this time car came in for a poor running condition and a rotten odor from exhaust and a check engine light on and off durin...	View
	1996 Ford F-150 Eddie Bauer 4.9L misfire VIN: 1FTEF15YXT How do I access mode 6 diagnostics for misfire counter using snap-on scanner?	View
	1999 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer 4.0L Poor Idle Quality, Stall VIN: 1FMDU34E4X This is the first time I'm using iATN for a help request. I have a 99 Ford Explore that wants to stall and idles rough only when cold. When I first start it, it idles up normally, and after a few seconds it will start to run rough and almost stall. Scanned veh...	View
	2001 Ford Windstar LX 3.8L MIL Lamp on VIN: 2FMZA514X1 Thanks for any help on this up front. I'm going to try to make this short and sweet, so if you have any questions I will update. This van came in March 06', 83,700 miles with both P0171 and P0174, TSBs were noted but none of the problems stated in TSBs could b... Trouble codes: P0171	View
	2002 Ford Taurus SE 3.0L No Start VIN: 1FAFP53202 do not trust this vin #! car is a vin 2 flex fuel motor. complaint of poor starting after setting for 15 min to 60 min.we could not duplicate problem when car was in shop. fuel pressure held good it is a returnless system.no codes stored.has been run in last f...	View
	2002 Ford Explorer XLT 4.6L delay shift VIN: 1FMZU63W72 this vehicle has an intermitent delay shift, when switch from reverse to drive it has a 4 second delay before it goes in to gear, and you can notice a small buck when the gear engages. check for codes and none were found, fluid level is correct and in good sha...	View
	1988 GMC K3500 Sierra SLE 7.4L reverse VIN: 1GTGK34N8J the trans has a harsh park to drive engagement and an even hadrer drive to reverse or n to r engagement. came in idling a little high so we followed gm tsb for proper setup. 700 +- 25 iac all the way in and unplugged, 750 in normal state in drive. still very h...	View
	2000 GMC Sierra 1500 SL 4.8L engine noise VIN: 2GTEK19U24 engine makes noise, ticking or even a belt noise removed belts but dosent change could be coming from tranny pump but not sure. sounds like noise is in middle of engine disabled 1 cylinder at a time but dosent change.. any ideas	View
	1991 Honda Civic LX 1.5L brakes rotors & calipers VIN: 1HGED365XM i replaced front brake checked the suspension balanced tires still shakes	View
	1995 Honda Civic EX 1.6L Stall VIN: 2HGEJ1222S thanks ahead of time...problem is sitting at idle in drive for about 5 minutes car stalls...while running test, i noticed if i put it in low it stalls immediatly,.ignition system seems to be ok, as well as fuel pressure,.i found no codes and i havnt got the ri...	View
	1997 Hyundai Accent GL 1.5L 3-4 shift VIN: KMHVF24N8V have this vehicle came in limp-mode 3rd gear. dtc p0733 as per repair fixed posts replaced both pusle generators as they come that way. vehicle still has same affect. dtc p0733 comes back. not a transmission repair facility but a regular customer. need some in...	View
	1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas 4.0L MIL Lamp on VIN: SAJKD6040X Calling Jaguar techs...This 1999 XJ8 will keep coding p1647. I cannot find any info in Mitchell anywhere on this code. I am using a Modis in global with S-7 connector. This car sprung a leak at the expansion tank (quick connect line), and possiably overheated.... Trouble codes: 1647 (manufactor specific)	View
	1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4.0L abs sysytem VIN: 1J4FX58S2R jeeps abs comes on at about 5 to 6 mph when stopping. checked all tone rings, air gap, and sensor ohms. also checked for axle brg play. put on scanner and found right rear sensor would not show mph until about 6 to 7 mph than follow others perfectly. mitchell ...	View
	2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4.7L compressor operation VIN: 1J8GX58N02 We need any input from Jeep and AC techs. We replaced the blend doors as they were broken with the updates from Jeep, also replaced the evap core even though it was not leaking. Reinstalled everything and now the compressor will not come on (compressor did wor...	View
	2003 Kia Sedona EX 3.5L timing belt VIN: KNDUP13193 Good day techs . I have a kia from hell . I replaced timing belt and water pump due to miles . 150 miles later came back running on front cylinders only , timing was off a couple teeth on both banks , no bent valves . Retimed and replaced hydralic belt tention...	View
	1994 Land Rover Discovery 3.9L Charging VIN: SALJY1247R This Land Rover came to us is 9-05 with a charging system problem. We did a complete charging system analysis, replaced the alt serviced the battery and cables. We checked the system and all was well. Vehicle came back 5 days later with a no charge problem. Ch...	View
	1998 Land Rover Discovery LE 4.0L Cuts out, Misfire VIN: SALJY1249W any help would be nice on this one, removed engine went through, new rings, new bearings, new oil pump & new valves & valve guides. truck runs great at idle, but if bring rpm above 2100 it starts to pop out the intake & ehaust. hooked up the lab scoope on the ...	View
	2002 Lexus SC430 4.3L Hesitation, LOOSES POWER VIN: JTHFN48Y12 customer has a concern with the vehicle intermittantly slowing up at steady speeds. each time the vehicle has come in we thought we had it repaired. the first visit we replaced the maf sensor and on the second visit we got a current code for the trans lock up ...	View
	1990 Mazda Miata 1.6L smell VIN: FMBU14T8KU The customers (Both the brother and sister) complain of a very stong gas odor in and around the car. Sometimes they will not park in the garage when they get home as it will smell up the house. However they say it is only about one or two times a week. Every t...	View
	2003 Mazda Tribute LX 3.0L Charging VIN: 4F2YZ94143 I have to replace the alternator on this vehicle never done one of these before and it looks like quite a task. Does anyone have any pointers on how to go about this and about how long it normally takes?	View
	1999 Mercury Cougar 2.5L turn signals VIN: 1ZWFT61LOX Customer states that turn signals stop flashing sometimes usually after they have been on for a short time like while sitting at a stop light waiting to turn. They say if you shut them off then turn them back on they will start flashing again. I have not been ...	View
	2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT 3.0L Stall VIN: 4A3AC54LBY okay guys here we go again. this is my best buds car, he's owned it since it was a year old, and it is pampered. this eclipse will, occasionally, on a cold morning stall during deceleration when downshifting towards a light. this is a very intermittent problem...	View
	1993 Nissan Pathfinder SE 3.0L No Start VIN: JN8HD17Y2P hi:i need help on this one.it came in with a miss on cylinder #2 diaqgnoised it to a bad fuel injector.i wanted to replaced the 1 injector with a new one.the customer found a set of remanufactered? injectors on e-bay for the price of 1 injector and wanted them...	View
	1996 Nissan Maxima GLE 3.0L emissions VIN: JN1CA21D6T This car came in having failed emissions test with check engine light on with code 1441-vacuum cut valve bypass valve. tested valve per alldata and mitchell, had power and continuity. wire to ecm good and when grounded valve closes fully. replaced cut valve an...	View
	2000 Nissan Maxima GLE 3.0L Poor Idle Quality, MIL Lamp on VIN: JN1CA31D8Y customer complaint was stalling at stops. pulled codes found po505, isc solenoid valve. replaced the iacc-aac valve and cleaned the throttle plate. did notice the egr port was stopped up big time. did not clean at this time. i no longer have a stalling problem... Trouble codes: P0505	View
	1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais 2.5L Poor Idle Quality, HARD START VIN: 11G3NL54U7 Hello guys. I HAVE ANOTHER PROBLEM CHILD.LET ME START ON THE STARTING ISSUE. LET THE CAR SIT OOVERNITE IT WILL CRANK FOR LEAST A MINUTE BEFORE IT WILL FIRE UP. NOW I HAVE PUT MY SCOPE ON THE CRANK SIGNAL AND I SEE A FLAT LINE UNTIL IT FIRES THEN I GOT A NICE S...	View
	1982 Rolls Royce Silver Spirit 6.7L Ignition system VIN: SCAZS42AXC Good Morning, - The set of factory books which we have, pertaining to this car, unfortunately does not include a diagram for the ignition system, nor a matching page for placement of related parts. If these pages were to exist, I expect they would have been ...	View
	1996 Saab 900 S 2.3L Monitors won't run VIN: YS3DD75B0T This car failed the Massachusetts emissions test because it hasn't run the OBD-2 monitors - any of them. Cat. converter, O2S, EVAP, etc etc - not a single one of them will run. Engine gets up to normal tempurature quickly, goes tight into closed loop, but two ...	View
	1998 Saab 900 SE Turbo 2.0L Excessive Emissions, Poor Idle Quality VIN: YS3DF55N9W Another Saab story for you Saab techs. On this car, we have a carbon canister that got soaked with fuel, causing the fuel trims to max out and the car to run poorly and sometimes stalls out when coming to a stop. The customer states that they do not top off th...	View
	2000 Saab 9-5 2.3t 2.3L door locks VIN: YS3ED48E1Y Good afternoon everyone. I have an 00 Saab 9-5 that i am actually selling and the power door locks dont work. I have noticed that sometimes they will work and it seems that that happens when it sits out in the sun (this is just a guess) When it works it will w...	View
	2000 Saab 9-5 Aero 2.3L Misfire, MIL Lamp on VIN: YS3EH48GXY We replaced the turbo...then here we go... We also replaced the overrun/cut-off valve. There was air leaking from the air temp sensor in the intercooler tube, sealed the threads. The turbo control solenoid was then setting a code and we replaced that. The spar...	View
	1992 Saturn SL2 1.9L water leak VIN: 1G8ZK5472N Hi, This car is one I fixed up for my daughter to commute to college and the problem I have now is a lot of water on the front footwell area when it rains. I had sealed around the windshield on the right side and checked the door seals. I had used a hose to tr...	View
	1999 Subaru Forester L 2.5L steering VIN: JF1SF635XX This 1999 forester has a shutter or vibration at low speed turning. I feel no binding in the suspenion parts. I can't tell whether the problem is in the pump or rack & pinion. Reving up the engine does not help. Anyone seen this problem before? Thank you. Lee	View
	1997 Volkswagen Jetta TDI 1.9L Excessive Emissions VIN: 3VWRF81H8V After servicing this vehicle, it began to smoke really bad intermittantly. Sometimes it would start and run perfect and other times, just minutes later even it would start to smoke like a western forest fire. I've checked all electrical and vacuum hose connect...	View
	2000 Volkswagen Jetta TDI 1.9L No Start VIN: 3VWSF29M0Y Hi Guys, This 2000 Jetta TDI was towed in. Cranks and does not start. Recent Timing Belt. Customer complained of LOW POWER before and after T-Belt. T-Belt likely was installed correctly, IMO, as cranking sounds dead on and compression sounds good. Plus, custo...	View
	2002 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 1.8L No Start VIN: 3VWSE69M02 After replacing cyl hd car will only start occasionaly. We have checked timing marks several times to be absolutly sure that they are ligned up and all looks good. I am using the marks in the bell housing for the crank. We replaced the cam sensor with no chang... Trouble codes: P0341 (Cam sensor A CKT OBD II generic on Mac Mentor)	View
	2005 Volvo CX90 2.5L Safety VIN: QU56DF67VB srs code 88 can signal missing. since I can scan for codes and get data from the module I am thinking that the problem is somewhere else. Vadis takes me up to checking out other modules no communication with the ABS UEM? (upper electric module) drivers door an...	View

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	1989 Alfa Romeo Milano Gold 2.5L Charging VIN: ZARDA1161K Thanks for all the help, we had a difficult time finding accurate information. Even with the factory info from the guys in Texas, we have not yet solved the interior lighting issue. The onwer of the car ordered a factory manual for the Gold edition. The charge...	6
	1988 Audi 5000 CS 2.2L Forward clutch VIN: WAUHD0445J I can happily say that this one is fixed and down the road (doing it's duty as my daily driver anyway). I never did, nor still haven't had the chance to check pressures as my gauge kit seems to have grown legs at some point. I should have air checked it before...	4
	1994 BMW 318i 1.8L Limp Home modde VIN: WBACA6320R We tried everything but nothing helped, I sent the customer to the dealer and I will keep you posted. Thanks for everyone's help Trouble codes: TC23 (Range selector switch).	3
	2002 BMW 540i 4.4L Coolant Temperature Gauge VIN: WBADN63412 Thanks to all of you who replied very quickly and with really good help. I failed to mention that I had already cleared the codes from the DME...so that couldnt have been the problem. But unfortunatly the customer wanted it fixed faster than I could fix it and...	14
	1999 Buick Regal LS 3.8L Surge VIN: 2G4WB52KXX Thanks Bruce from Ontario, you gave me the extra input I needed to follow a hunch. After testing converter, which was fine, I decided to replace the TPS even though it looked fine on a scope. Gm has a TSB out for an intermittent miss caused by a TPS on these c...	11
	1979 Chevrolet K30 Cheyenne 5.7L Suspension/Steering VIN: CKL349B108 I thank everyone for their input. We found the sway bar bushings to be worn away, left wheel bearing needed to be replaced & front springs needed to be replaced. The customer declined repairs, but I thank you all	46
	1995 Chevrolet Corvette 5.7L MIL Lamp on VIN: 1G1YY22P4S I end up installing new 02 sensor bank 2 and noticed cat inlet and outlet temperture was about 100 degree difference on bank 2 so i installed new cat on bank 2. Will see after month comes back with bank 2 then i failed but only time will tell.. Thanks to all Trouble codes: P0174.	7
	2000 Chevrolet S10 4.3L Cuts out VIN: 1GCCT19W1Y Thank you all for the help and sorry for the long delay. I changed the cap and rotor, the crank and cam sensors and it seemed fine but then it happened again. I started keeping a volt meter in the car and sure enough ED, Kim and Randy hit the nail on the head....	17
	2001 Chevrolet Impala LS 3.8L Hesitation VIN: 2G1WH55K71 Sorry, no fix yet. Suspect valve body wear. Had an oscilloscope on TCC and pulse width signal OK to TCC. EPC pressures normal at varied speeds. 'patch' for now was to install an inline toggle switch on brake switch TCC cutoff wire so that customer just switche...	8
	2002 Chevrolet Impala 3.4L body computer VIN: 2G1WF55E92 thanks to all who said the bcm was the problem. was surprised how many said be sure to have bcm flashed when the dealer said it did not need to be programmed. car started with new bcm. radio did not unlock and air bag light stayed on. ended up taking to dealer...	13
	2004 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4.3L Hesitation, Cuts out, Stall VIN: 1GCEC14X24 Thanks for all who replied it turned out to be the signal wire to the coil was broke in the case. Thank you all	19
	1996 Chrysler Cirrus LX 2.5L Hesitation, Surge, Cuts out, Misfire VIN: 1C3EJ56H8T the fix turned out to be faulty plug wires, couldn't see it on scope but replaced wires and all seems well thanks for the help Jim	11
	1998 Dodge Grand Caravan SE 3.3L Poor Idle Quality, Cuts out, Poor Fuel Economy VIN: 1B4GP44G4W the plolarity of the 02 wires was reversed by another shop (was there before it came here) and apparently the pcm will not read this. my voltmeter would read it but it put a negative sign in front of the reading which i never noticed. reversed the polarity of ...	12
	1995 Ford Mustang 3.8L Hesitation, Cuts out, Misfire VIN: 1FALP4045S This car had multiple problems - even though the computer did not show it the ignition system had misfires - we replace the plugs and wires and it helped tremendously - we also the replaced the air flow meter and it reponded well with the ignition related work...	9
	1995 Ford E-350 Econoline 5.8L Hesitation, Misfire VIN: 1FTJS34H5S I was unable to duplicate the customer's concern after the repairs were made. Verified fuel pressure/volume...within specifications. I double checked everything but wasn't able to find anything. Customer took the vehicle and said if anything comes up he'll let...	6
	1995 Ford Contour GL 2.0L MIL Lamp on VIN: 3FALP6534S Hello fellow technicians, I would like to thank all of you who hit the nail on the head with this vehicle. Once I spoke with Ford Motor Co., they found a DPFE sensor with a .5v signal return instead of 1.0v. Once I install it and perform a KOEO test all system... Trouble codes: P0335, P0336.	14
	1996 Ford F-150 Eddie Bauer 5.0L No Start, Poor Idle Quality, Stall, MIL Lamp on VIN: 1FTEX14N9T I would like to thank everyone who took the time to help. After checking and in most cases double checking all of your suggestions if was the fuel pump in the front tank. i had good presure but i noticed that i was getting alot of air when i hooked up my gauge... Trouble codes: P0385.	6
	1996 Ford Aerostar XLT 4.0L shifting MIL VIN: 1FMDA31X9T First, Thanks To All Who Replied Well The Fix Was a new computer. the 96 aerostars did not have a digital range sensor and the computer kept trying to read one. we ordered a new computer and had the same problem. Had it out with the with the ford parts deale...	3
	1999 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer 4.0L ABS Module VIN: 1FMZU34E0X Thanks for all the help. Replies included testing specific circuits, and checking MODIS operation. Turns out there was a flaw in the MODIS software. We upgraded to the new 6.4 version and were able to access the ABS module then. Installed a new rear speed sens...	3
	2000 Ford F-250 Super Duty Lariat 5.4L Misfire, MIL Lamp on VIN: 1FTNF20L4Y the repair is in, Just what I thought it could be, EGR partially sticking open at times only, I knew it could be impossible to have two or three cylinders going out at once. The obvious answer was the system is running too lean, causing the misffire. I disconn... Trouble codes: P0302 (cylinder 2 missffire), P0306 (cylinder 6 missfire), P0307 (cylinder 7 missfire).	4
	2001 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra 4.6L traction con VIN: 1FAFP47V01 I did put two new tires on the rear of the car, they were bald and the fronts were new. customer says it still does it. It's hard to get this car for any length of time,but sugesstions were all that one of the wheel sensors are dropping out. When i get it back...	4
	2002 Ford Focus ZTW 2.0L alternator VIN: 1FAFP36312 Thanks to all that replied.The fix was a combination of things.Fist make sure that the the red wire at that regulator has 12v supply. If not check fuses. If there is Next make sure that the blue and gray wires from regulator to computer have continuity.Disconn...	17
	1996 GMC K1500 Suburban 5.7L Hesitation VIN: 3GKF16R6TG I have had the customer driving this one for over a week now, with no complaints. We added a BG 44K before it left. I will assume that the problem was an intemittantly sticking injector. If we see it back for this again I will add comments to this post. Thanks...	19
	2000 GMC Jimmy Diamond Edition 4.3L Excessive Emissions, Poor Idle Quality, Misfire, MIL Lamp on VIN: 1GKDT13WXY Thanks for the replies. Paul from California and Laneard from Texas were on track with proublem. Paul, yes unplugging O2 makes a difference. With O2 unplugged PCM gets a reading of 460mv, as a back up I beleive. In fact that is how the cust is driving the truc... Trouble codes: P0171 (B1S1 lean), P0300 (multi missfire).	7
	1996 Isuzu Rodeo LS 3.2L Misfire, MIL Lamp on VIN: 4S2CK58V2T We worked on this yhing and lost sleep on this thing We spent way too much time and decided that we were just second and third guessing ourselves. We had to exercise tough love and turn it loose to haunt someone else. Thanks for the help. Trouble codes: P0302 (Misfire 2).	9
	1998 Isuzu Amigo S 2.2L MIL Lamp on VIN: 4S2CM57DXW My thanks to everyone who sent me ideas on how to fix this vehicle. It turned out to be such an oddball problem that I am not sure that anyone will run into this again. All the suggestions I got were valid, but I had already tried them. What I found was that t... Trouble codes: 1627 (PCM A/D Conversion Malfunction).	5
	2002 Mazda Tribute ES 3.0L Front Brakes VIN: 4F2CU08122 Thanks for the help, we ended up finding a slightly sticking left front caliper, it felt normal, but it had just a tiny bit more drag than the passenger side, we replaced it with an unloaded caliper and changed nothing else and all the noises were gone.	6
	2004 Mazda 6 i 2.3L No Start, MIL Lamp on VIN: 1YVFP80C14 I would'nt have guessed it, but this engine was out of time just as several of you suggested. I R&R the vavle cover and set crank to TDC with a borrowed special tool that is installed in place of a bolt behind the right side axle support bearing and then you j... Trouble codes: P0340 (Cam position sensor A circuit).	6
	2000 Mercedes-Benz ML320 3.2L transfer case VIN: 4JGAB54E8Y special thanks to frank from nevada . th problem end up being craked engine mounts. I guess i overlooked them. thanks again to everybody that replied, I got some really good suggestions.	7
	2002 Nissan Maxima SE 3.5L MIL Lamp on, High Idle Speed VIN: JN1DA31D62 I was not able to get the Re-Learn to stick. After I posted this and trying at least 35 times previously to get it to Re-Learn it did go into the Re-Learn mode. However, after trying an additional 15 to 20 times, I couldn't get the Re-Learn to stick. I sent ... Trouble codes: P0507 (Idle Speed too High).	11
	1972 Oldsmobile cutlass 350CID oil pressure VIN: 3J57K2R175 Well ol Jed's a millionare! Got oil to the top by using a 3/8 impact gun and some nerves. I had got oil only to 3 lifters(on one side), reinstalled dist. and cranked engine by the starter and still didn't have oil at others. I took the dist. back out and spun ...	48
	1992 Plymouth Grand Voyager LE 3.3L abs VIN: 1P4GH54R7N thanks to all of you who replied. the problem was related to the recall that a lot of you advised about, advised customer to go to chrysler dealer fro repairs	12
	1997 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 3.8L Unknown VIN: 1G2WP12K1V thank you for the replies as many of you suggested I sold the customer a transmission replacement, replaced with a reman unit and customer is happy	6
	2000 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 3.8L Cuts out, Stall VIN: 1G2WP52KSY We changed the ignition module, crank sensor and recalibrated the crank cam sensors. Fuel pump pressure was good and did not drop off when car quit. There were no codes in any of the computors. The car starts back up right after quitting. The replies we had we...	10
	1992 Toyota Paseo 1.5L low/high beams VIN: JT2EL45F8N as always I appreciate the help here hopefully my fix will help someone in the future. the light switch was the problem there is no relay on this car the 'dimmer' as Toyota calls it is a high amperage switch that controls the ground to the headlights it also c...	3
	1994 Toyota Corolla DX 1.8L bearing damage Most guys recomended replacing it thn repairing, also I learn this transmittion has thediff separate and DON'T share the same fluid...thanks	7
	1995 Toyota 4Runner SR5 3.0L A/T oil temp. light VIN: JT3VN39WXS Well, you know how it goes sometimes with these cars, trying to get them back to the shop to work on them. I wish to god I could post a fix or an attempt at a fix but I haven't had a chance to play with the four runner again. I got some extremely useful replie...	10
	2000 Toyota Avalon XL 3.0L pinging VIN: 4T1BF28B6Y thanks forr all the help we replace the air flow meter it did help some but thereis still some pinging and the caris on some bg44k thanks again	13
	2000 Toyota Celica GT 1.8L Fuel tank VIN: JTDDR32T6Y Thanks everyone for all the help,a canister seems to have fixed the problem. I appreciate all the information I recieved which helped me to resolve this customers concern. Thanks, Tim [...] auto	10
	1999 Volkswagen Beetle GL 2.0L Hesitation, Stall VIN: 3VWBB61C3W Sorry for the delay on this one. The fix ended up being the MAF. We were using bosch sensors. what is the possibility of getting two brand new ones that are bad? evidently 100% Got another new one just to try and the third one worked. After we got the bog out ...	6

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