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2003 Audi A4 1.8L trans inop VIN: WAUAC48H33
Hi guys, on this A4 the trans won't engage on any gear. There's no leaks and the fluid level is ok. Tried rev it up but won't move. This car has only 30k miles on it so it's hard to believe it's a mechanical problem. scanned the trans: no codes. the engine ec...
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1986 BMW L7 3.4L speedometer VIN: WBAFG2411G
Hi Everyone I took on this BMW thinking it wouldn't be that difficult to fix but it is giving me lots of grief. Customer stated that car sits a lot, The speedometer just quit working. I checked the sensor in the rear end and it is working ok. I removed the i...
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2001 BMW 325i 2.5L SRS light VIN: WBAAA2315M
I am desperately seeking the location of the SRS control unit in this vehicle, Mitchell tells me it’s behind the glove box but nothing there except DME and the cruise control amp. Any help guys? Thanks.
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2002 Buick Rendezvous CXL 3.4L Unknown VIN: 3G5DB03E73
We have a rendexvous with a noise while driving at cruise and slight tip in throttle. The noise is hard to describe I would say between and growl and a rattle. The noise is only present at tip in throttle in fourth gear. Noise will happen for a second and go a...
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1989 Cadillac Eldorado 4.5L Poor Idle Quality, Hesitation, Stall, Misfire, hard start VIN: 1G6EL1157K
Hello Cadilac techs. I have a 1989 elderado that is have issues starting and has an extreamly rich idle. Using a snap on scan tool I determand that the computer was not getting an input from the colant temp sensor mounted on the back clyinder head. I have test...
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2005 Cadillac Escalade 6.0L ride control VIN: 1GYEC63T05
does steering sensor effect ride control. does BCM need reset after replacing steering wheel position sensor
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1985 Chevrolet Corvette 5.7L Misfire VIN: 1G1YY078XF
This vehicle has a misfire under load and higher rpm,sounds like backfiring up intake.Checked all injectors,compression 160 psi equally,check exhaust for back pressure ok,fuel pressure ok and not dropping off,checked cam lobes and valve springs ok.Drove with M...
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1996 Chevrolet C3500 5.7L delay going into rev. from park or ne
rebuilt tranny, and now has delay going into rev. tranny holds gear after delay. gos right into drive but delays going into revs. pressure is low intell i snap the thottle 3 times and then holds 85psi in revs. after doing that no delay to revs from netrual. bu...
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1999 Chevrolet K1500 Suburban 5.7L No Start VIN: 3GNFK16RX1
constant fuel pump failures 3-6 month life span. once pumps are replaced fuel pressure is within specs. and there is no fuel pressure drop off.any sugestions would be helpful.
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2000 Chevrolet Impala 3.8L Stall, VIN: 2G1WF55K9Y
This car starts and stalls when cold. Once started it runs fine. We replaced plugs, wires, and coils. IAC was cleaned. Fuel pressure was checked and injector pulse too. It has returned a few times after we though we had figure it out. Fuel trim values look nor...
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2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer LS 4.2L Mechanical VIN: 1GNDS13S92
Removed valve cover to inspect timing chain. No problem found with chain or guides. Found no.1&5 intake values bent. Can someone help me figure out why?
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2003 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 North Face 5.3L Compressor VIN: 3GNEK13T33
Thank you in advance for your help with this one. I have this truck sitting in garage right now without working A/C. When the A/C button is pressed the snowflake icon flashes 3 times then goes off with no compressor engagement. I checked system pressure and al...
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2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer North Face 4.2L security lamp VIN: 1GNET16S03
I replaced the ignition switch on this, and now the truck starts and runs fine. I now have a constant "Security Light" on. (Not flashing). I'm a bit leary of having the wife take it anyplace, because I am concerned it will leave her stranded. (Uh Oh, WIFE'S tr...
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2004 Chevrolet Impala 3.8L door locks interior lights VIN: 2G1WF52E14
20 amp pwr door lock fuse intermitent blown. when this happens interior lights and key fob don't work. on this last occassion the vehicle would not crank on saturday. started right up monday. customer parks and locks vehicle with key fob and upon return vehicl...
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2005 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD 6.6L Vent air temp. VIN: 1GCHK23225
Kind of a funny thing. Start the vehicle then while driving, HVAC set to fresh air, temp at 60, a/c off, outside ambient temp.60ish, air flow from vent will change to heat without any indication or command. turning a/c on does not change the issue. Start th...
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1996 Chrysler Town & Country LXi 3.8L battey draw VIN: 1C4GP64L1T
vehicle came with a number of issues we have gotten through most of them, but I still have a .357 volt battery draw, & it goes away when I pull the fuel pump fuse, but does not when I pull the relay. the only other thing I can see on that fuse is the Pcm so if...
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2001 Chrysler 300M 3.5L skim VIN: 2C3HE66G41
hi everyone. this car belongs to a body shop the owner told me that the car was driven into his shop to replace the dashboard with one fron a wrecking yard due to a deployed airbag. the tech that did the job installed the complete assembly with the bcm that ca...
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2005 Dodge Caravan SXT 3.3L transmission VIN: 1D4GP45R35
thanks for any info ahead of time. I got this sold transmission job from another guy who was too busy to work on it. I replaced the trans with a used unit and on my road test it feels like it has a misfire at about 25-35 mph. however, the misfire counters are ...
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2007 Dodge sprinter 2.7L wheel speed sensor VIN: WDPPF34577
This vehicle (like every other sprinter every one sees) is part of a fleet. It recently came in with a rear outer axle seal leaking badly. Ordered some up from the freight liner dealer replaced them both, and test drove the vehicle. During the test drive the A...
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1996 Ford F-350 XL 7.3L No Start, Surge, Cuts out VIN: 1FTJW35F2T
this truck came to me on a hook. last winter the customer thought he geled up. it then sat for several months. when we got our hands on it we found alge in the fuel. we treated whit bio-side, then changed both fuel tanks, lift pump, and many filters, flushed l... Trouble codes: P0344, P1668 (power control modual - ignition diagnostic monitor communication malfuction)
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1999 Ford Taurus LX 3.0L Shift VIN: 1FAFP5348X
This transmission has an erratic shift problem. After the vehicle reaches 4th gear, it downshifts into second and then shfits back into 4th. It keeps doing this the entire time the vehicle is driven. I replaced the processor, neutral switch, input and output s...
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1999 Ford F-250 Super Duty XL 6.8L Hesitation, Cuts out, Misfire, MIL Lamp on
OK, trucks been everywhere. Last guy had it was a great Ford tech but he couldn't finish the truck and the story gets weird from there and winds up with me. I asked many questions and the Ford tech (whom I know is A+) said the tranny pan needed to be pulled an... Trouble codes: P0135 (O2s Heater Circuit and P0155), P1754 (Coast Clutch Solenoid Malfunction), P0743 (tcc), P0750 (Tranny Solenoid circuit A and 755 B), P1747 (Pressue Control Solenoid A Short Circuit), P1409
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2002 Ford Explorer XLS 4.0L brake hose VIN: 1FMZU62K42
Last April this Explorer was towed to my shop for (turns out) broken right rear brake hose. Hose was broken off at the banjo. Customer lives in distant town- has to stay over night for part arrival (Ford). Recommend struts, no dice, but he did have another sho...
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2006 Ford Mustang 4.0L Mechanical VIN: 1ZVFT80N76
Squawk noise in brakes or suspension at the end of a harder than normal stop. Noise does not happen all the time.
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2003 GMC Envoy SLE 4.2L running VIN: 1GKDT13543
Hi to everyone, hope you can help me. Car came in runnining in safe mode codes P1271A , P1635A. Went thriugh alldata for the APP checks came down to replace pedal , no luck. All fuses good relays are good, I am now looking for broken wies in the harness. Found...
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2003 GMC Envoy SLT 4.2L ipc VIN: 1GKDT13S43
Customer came in with complaint of dash board lights up and or all gauges go dead, something starts dinging. Truck runs fine, no problem starting. has been going on for sometime now aprox. 6-12 mos. Changed the ign. switch no change. Some people point toward I...
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2006 GMC W4500 Forward W4S042 5.2L Poor Idle Quality, Hesitation, Misfire VIN: J8DB4B1636
Hi Everyone, The Fuel Rail Pressure Is Having Trouble Staying With The Commanded Fuel Rail Pressure. I'm trying to command the fuel rail pressure to max with a Tech2, but the option is not there. I've done it on light-duty GM trucks. Any suggestions as the flo... Trouble codes: P0088 (Fuel Rail Pressure High), P0183 (Fuel Rail Pressure High)
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1996 Honda Accord EX 2.2L timing belt VIN: 1HGCD5656T
Help needed from Honda techs! I just replaced the timing belt on this 2.2L. It was running OK but had oil leaks mainly at cam seal. I finished up and tried to start and the engine sounded like no compression. I've checked and #1 is zero, #2 is 25psi so I thoug...
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1996 Honda Accord LX 2.2L turn signal VIN: 1HGCD723XT
Hey All, Turn signals work for 3 seconds the the relay buzzes, operating the hazards will make the turn signals work for a second or so then back to buzzing. Hazards always work. Manipulating switch and harness has no effect. Good tension on the flasher contac...
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2002 Hyundai Elantra GLS 2.0L No Start VIN: KMHDN45D02
Dear Techs This one is a dandy. Vehicle came in on a hook with no start. Performed the basics checked for fuel and spark found no spark. Checked wiring diagram found that Cranks sensor consist of a 10amp fuse in the engine compartment. Checked and found fuse ... Trouble codes: P0320
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2003 Hyundai Elantra GLS 2.0L MIL Lamp on VIN: KMHDN45D63
Hi..Thx in advance for any input... P1140 doesnt seem to exist for 02-04 Elantra but have cleared DTC and has returned twice now...Has anyone seen this DTC before..?? No info in Alldata or on Hyundai's repair site either...??? Trouble codes: P1140 (Unknown)
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2001 Infiniti G20 2.0L MIL Lamp on VIN: JNKCP11A61
I got this car with a failure notice from the inspection station. No check engine light was present, had 2 codes stored, and had several readiness tests that haven't been run. Found out that the previous owner had the engine light removed, since it was in a st... Trouble codes: P0105
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2000 Jaguar S-Type 4.0L Interior VIN: SAJDA0TD5Y
Hey Guy, This car has a 700 milliamp drain after 40 minutes The 4 switched power relays are staying active in the trunk. I see the that the rear elec. module and general module activate these. I have pulled all fuses to no avail. Anyone been ther done that, Th...
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2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4.0L vacuum noise VIN: 1J4GW48S42
this jeep has an intermitant loud whistling noise from rear of engine area.by the time i get it in the shop the noise dissappears for most of the day.have checked for tsb.and none related were foundany input would be appreciated
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2003 Jeep Liberty Limited 3.7L Poor Idle Quality, Misfire VIN: 1J4GL58K63
Vehicle was brought in for a tune up which it needed the plugs were severely worn out. After talking to the customer I told him that the tune up probably won't help but he said do it any way. Well it did'nt work. So I checked the IATN page and the FIX Database... Trouble codes: P00, 306 (cylinder 6 misfire), P00, 301 (cylnder 1 misfire)
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2003 Lexus IS300 3.0L HVAC Blower VIN: JTHBD192X3
Hey Gentlemen, first of I want to thank you for your time and effort into helping me out with this. Has anyone run into this situation? The HVAC blower will stop working for a day then the next day it will work. I tested for a bad ground, loose wiring, checked...
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1993 Mercedes-Benz 300SD 3.4L Poor Idle Quality, Misfire VIN: WDBGB34E6P
Whats so odd about this car.When cold car starts and runs fine,then while on test drive car warms up and starts missing and looses power.Has a dead miss on cly.2 and cyl.4 . Compression checks out within spec.,moved injectors to diffrent cylinders to see if mi...
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1997 Mercedes-Benz C280 2.8L blower motor o2sensor and floorboard VIN: WDBHA28E3V
hi there to all mb techs. i hope you can help me as i am not familiar with the internals of these hvac systems and do not want to be if it is not necessary. car is back with leak. when i pull off the cover to the blower motor water pours out on the floorboard....
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1998 Mercedes-Benz ML320 3.2L constant heat VIN: 4JGAB54E7W
This vehicle came in with a ratcheting noise in dash which we determined to be caused by the blend door actuator. we then changed this actuator. Since doing so we now have heat all the time. We checked actual blend door and it appears to travel fine. I was tol...
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2004 Mercedes-Benz E500 5.0L Mechanical VIN: WDBUF70J74
This vehicle came to our shop immediately after customer purchased it from a bank repo. We have been attempting to find the source of a "whirling" noise associated w/ a significant vibration. Appears to get worse after driving awhile. We removed the drive belt...
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2001 Mercury Villager Sport 3.3L stater VIN: 4M2ZV12T61
Hi Everyone, If The Customer Starts The Vehicle, Backs Out Of The Garage And Shuts It Off, It Acts Up When He Tries To Restart It About 5 or 10 Minutes Later. It Cranks Real Slow Sometimes But Not Always. It Used To Kill The Battery To The Point That A Quick J...
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2003 Mini Cooper 1.6L slave cyl. VIN: WMWRC334X3
we have this mini cooper 1600 model in with a bad slave cylinder, and it appears the throw out arm has repositioned it self as if maybe the pressure plate has broken. we would like to know the easiest way to remove the transmission. ie. does it come out by its...
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2002 Mitsubishi Montero Sport ES 3.0L No Start VIN: JA4LS21H32
Hello techs, We are scratching our heads and at a loss to know how to correct this vehicle problem. Hopefully someone out there has run into a similar Mitsu ignition problem. When we first tested, the ignitor, ignition module or power transistor was receiving...
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2003 Nissan Altima 2.5L Inition Cylinder Lock VIN: 1N4AL11D73
We have a 2003 Nissan Altima , that the customer says sometimes they cannot turn the ignition key without jiggling the key and steering wheel. The key looks worn to me . I talked with the customer and he said he had a new key cut but it would not start the veh...
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2005 Nissan Sentra 1.8L MIL Lamp on VIN: 3N1CB51D25
Came in three times for a misfire code P0300 or P0303. the second time, the owner said the car started hard after sitting and we found the fuel pressure bleeding off rapidly so we replaced the pump. We can NEVER get this car to miss in the shop - usually freez... Trouble codes: P0300 (Random Misfire)
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1997 Oldsmobile Bravada 4.3L transmission VIN: 1GHDT13W1V
i have a bravada with an unusual problem, when the key is on and you manually put it in 3rd gear the car will start on its own. if you already have it running and put it in 3rd gear the starter will engage. it only happens in 3rd, starts normally in park and n...
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2003 Pontiac Aztek 3.4L abs VIN: 3G7DA03E33
Any GM techs, while driving, when ever veh. gets to 12 too 15 mph abs pump run as in self test, but it happens every time, if you slow down then speed up,.no codes. Using a snap-on modis. Watched speed sensors while another tech drove. Recorded event and graph...
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2000 Saturn LS2 3.0L MIL Lamp on VIN: 1G8JW52R4Y
Sorry for not having the exact code numbers for you, this is actually being worked on by another shop, and I have been there trying to help him. The story from the customer is that he was driving down the road and it quit. He tried restarting it, it eventually...
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1990 Toyota 4Runner SR5 3.0L No Start, Cuts out VIN: JT3VN39WXL
Help, I am an experienced diesel mechanic trying to troubleshoot an ignition system on a gasser. I am getting no spark from the ignition coil to the distributor. I have battery voltage at the coil and at the ignitor. The ignitor is also getting a .7v signal at...
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2004 Toyota Sienna CE 3.3L timing belt VIN: 5TDZA29CX4
I tried to replace the timing belt. Mitchell says, “Remove windshield wiper arms and cowl top panel." Why should I remove them? Can’t I replace the timing belt without removing them? One more! Mitchell says, “Turning crank shaft pulley COUNTERCLOCKWISE, set cy...
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1991 Volkswagen Jetta GL 1.8L No Start VIN: 3VWRA21G6M
hi vw techs, no spark, but there is pulse at injector is there an other ground for pcm beside the one at valve cover? or howmany power at pcm?
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2002 Volkswagen Passat W8 4.0L fuel gauge VIN: WVWVK63B42
This passat has a fuel level gauge stuck in the empty position at all times. Originaly found one level sender open and controller sitting in water. Replaced all senders and fuel pump control module. Fuel gauge still stuck in same exact place, empty. All fuses ...
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2001 Audi A4 1.8L engine VIN: WAUDC68D21
Thanks for the overwhelming response, car is down the road. Screen was indeed plugged with what looked like crystalized carbon. We opted [...] put in the new pump and pressure is 75 lbs. at 2000 rpm's hot and about 30 at idle. Cam's, rod's and mains all looked an...
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2001 BMW 325Ci 2.5L Surge, Stall VIN: WBABS33471
Thanks for the replies guys. While having a discussion with the customer, he mentioned that the problem started after an alternator replacement. Hmmmm...the charging light was also inop. The alt was an AC Delco rebuilt. I checked the charging light circuit and...
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2003 BMW 330Ci 3.0L Hesitation, Cuts out, MIL Lamp on, low power VIN: WBABS53483
Sorry for the delayed close, but I can't technically call this car fixed because it's never actually exhibited a problem while in my hands, though we've had the customer driving it for the past couple weeks and haven't heard any complaints. Before I posted th...
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1998 Chevrolet S10 2.2L engine VIN: 1GCCS1440W
After many hours and tests to get this truck running, it turned out to be just an ignition switch. Once we replaced that, it starts and runs fine all the time.
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1999 Chevrolet K2500 5.7L ignition switch VIN: 1GCGK24R3X
Thanks for all the replies , I ended up just trying a new lock cylinder and it worked the old cylinder was sloppy . i didn't take apart the column to check the gear alignment mainly because in all pix i could find they didn't looked adjustable . thanks again f...
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2000 Chevrolet Venture 3.4L Fuel gauge VIN: 1GNDX03E9Y
Thanks to all of you for your replies, the van is still not fixed. Ran independent wiries from PCM to sender, no change. Tried new cluster, no change. Tried ne PCM, no change. Have pretty much determined it to be in the serial data line between the PCM and...
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2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2.4L no buss VIN: 3C4FY4BB41
After using the suggestions offered I was not able to pin point the failure. The customer test drove the car and everything was functioning, all gauges were reading accurately, no computer check engine light, no pending codes and all emissions monitors were r...
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2002 Chrysler Town & Country Limited 3.8L Doors
I had to learn how this thing works in order to fix it. When you open the door manually, it HAS to be fully open, or fully closed in order for it to operate manually. Any other position and it sees it, and disables the auto setting. My problem was that even th...
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1995 Dodge Stratus ES 2.5L Poor Idle Quality, Hesitation, Cuts out, Stall VIN: 1B3EJ56H6S
After chasing down all the leads supplied by all the helpers, it still pointed to the PCM. I installed a new PCM and it solved the problem. Thanks to everyone for all their assistance and suggestions. Trouble codes: P0206 (Injector 6 output driver not responding properly).
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2000 Dodge Dakota SLT 4.7L No Start VIN: 1B7GG2AN0Y
I FOUND LEAKY INJECTORS. CANT BELIEVE THEIR WAS 6 OUT OF 8 THAT WERE LEAKING!!! REPLACE AND RUNS AND STARTS GREAT. CHECK FUEL PRESSURE AND PRESSURE DROPPED SLOWLY BUT THOUGHT IT WAS FUEL PUMP, PUMP HAD GOOD PRESSURE. RAISED FUEL RAIL AND FOUND INJECTORS WER...
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2001 Dodge Stratus SE 2.4L MIL Lamp on VIN: 1B3EJ46X91
due to time problem i put a new dodge gas cap on the car and gave back to owner,i did clear the memory,two days later she was back with same code p0442,i have not rescheduled the car,i did learn from members and study booklets that the car has to be idleing so... Trouble codes: P0442.
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2004 Dodge Durango SLT 5.7L dome lights VIN: 1D4H5B48D9
The 2 replies suggesting a possible recall were right on. Took to the local Chrysler dealer where it has sat for 3 weeks due to no parts available. They said the instrument cluster module is on backorder and customer is not too happy. No wonder our automakers ...
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2004 Dodge Ram 2500 ST 5.7L trailer plug VIN: 1D7KU28054
Most of you said the relys were in the Integrated Power module, inside and soldered to the circuit board. My boss took this over from me and did extensive tests, and it seems like the circuit board is probably cracked inside. This truck had a lot of problems...
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2004 Dodge Caravan SE 3.3L Hesitation VIN: 1D4GP25R74
Thanks for the 14 replies. I read and verified each suggestion. The customer decided to take the van to a Chrylser dealership and they have been working on it for over 2 weeks. I have not heard back what their actual fix was at this time. Trouble codes: P0129, P0335 (crankshaft position circuit), P0340 (camshaft position circuit).
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1999 Ford Expedition XLT 5.4L ride height VIN: 1ZVFT82H35
Well, I took everyones advise and lifted the vehicle and manualy aired up the rear bags and found both to have dry rot cracks that would make bubbles when soapy water was applied. Also found compressor to be weak, when the rear struts were aired up manualy and...
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2005 Ford F-350 Super Duty King Ranch 6.0L connecting rod VIN: 1FTWW31P45
Well, after re-reading the origional help request recently, I realized how poorly written it is. The information I was hoping to find out is that if that bottom o-ring is missing from the injector, will coolant find it's way into the combustion chamber? Won'...
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2005 Ford Focus ZX3 2.0L Main Cluster VIN: 1FAPB015ZZ
A computer friend was able to repair the bad spots. He ran some very small wire to repair the main grid power supply and there was no need to reprogram the milage...
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2001 Honda Accord EX 3.0L Misfire VIN: 34G3G3G435
after many issues with this car in ended up being number 3 coil pack that was intermittent sending the random missfire codes. Trouble codes: P0302, P0304.
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2004 Honda CR-V EX 2.4L a/c relay VIN: JHLRD78384
Should have looked at this myself before posting. Another shop had disconnected the clutch coil. Clutch was bad. Replaced compressor. PCM was not grounding relay because the pressure switch was also disconnected. Very simple after looking at the wiring diagra...
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2003 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS 2.7L speedo/odometer VIN: KM8SC73D23
Thanks to all who replied. removed vss replaced speedo gear and vss, works great now. I did notice the wear of the plastic gear on the vss it worked after just replacing the vss but after reading one of the replies I got one and then found the ammount of wear ...
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2005 Hyundai Tucson GL 2.0L Starting VIN: KM8JM12B15
Thanks for everyones help. I sent the car to the dealer because of the age and the kilometers on it. It turned out to be the ECU still under warrenty.
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2002 Infiniti QX4 3.5L MIL Lamp on VIN: JNRDRO9X22
thanks to all that responded back we verified an oil restriction in one of the oil ports to bank 1 ivt contol soleniod we applied some shop air psi to blow out the blockage truck has been on several test drives and returned back to a happy customer thaks again... Trouble codes: P0011 (ivt control bank 1).
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1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 5.2L Engine Temperature VIN: 1J4GZ58Y2T
Vehicle still runs hot, we are now in the process of increasing air flow and radiator efficiency, but have had no major breakthroughs. Thanks to all who replied, very good suggestions were made, all of which had or have now been covered.
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2000 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L No Start VIN: 1J4FA49S5Y
Fresh eyes fixed this one. It does need the cam sensor to start. The cam bolt had backed out so the cam quit turning which quit turning the cam sensor. Thanks for the help.
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2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4.0L MIL Lamp on VIN: 1J4GW48S54
replaced 02 sensor with a denso sensor tested resistance of sensor before installing it was 4.3 ohms. after replacing sensor it still set code p0031. voltage drop tested heater circuit and found that the pcm was not keeping a stable ground recommended replacin... Trouble codes: P0031 (ho2s11 heater circuit low).
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2002 Kia Sedona EX 3.5L Steering shaft u-joint VIN: KNDUP131X2
We removed the air bag and just rotated the steering wheel, the clock spring rotated with it and there is no big alignment tooth, so it was very simple safe and effective. We then of course put the tie rods back where they should be.
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2003 Land Rover Range Rover HSE 4.4L can bus VIN: SALME11443
Hi Group, Thank you very much for your assist.Unfortunately for me,the no comm problem was in my Autologic unit. Special thanks to Mark [...] who suggested that I try a BMW scanner using the software for a BMW X5 or X53.Fortunately my brother has the V...
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2001 Lexus IS300 3.0L power door locks VIN: JTHBD18241
thanks for all your help we replaced the drivers side master door switch and all problems fixed thanks agian
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1993 Mazda 626 LX 2.0L Idle VIN: 1YVGE22A1P
Thanks for every reply. we were able to fix this car. The IAC valve that we checked 3 diff times was the problem. i still do not know what the problem with it was. but i replaced it with a new one and problem was fixed.
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2001 Mazda Tribute ES 3.0L Misfire VIN: 4F2YU09101
so far it looks good. I replaced all coils. paid for it myself. If it last customer is coming back to pay after two weeks. thank for the help. Trouble codes: P0303.
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1992 Mercedes-Benz 500SL 5.0L electrical auxillary fans VIN: WDB1290661
reset the ac module by getting codes and filling ac after repairs replacing condensor and fan started working again
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2005 Mercedes-Benz C230 Kompressor 1.8L MIL Lamp on VIN: WDBRF40J75
MOST EVERYONE SAID THER WAS A RECALL FROM THE DEALER TO FIX THIS FOR FREE, BUT WE WENT AND FIXED IT OURSELFS. THE BLACK BOX COMES OUT FROM THE REAR AFTER YOU REMOVE THE PIPING AND STUFF LOCATED BETWEEN THE BOX AND THE FIRWALL. BELOW THE BOX ARE 2 HOSES THAT C... Trouble codes: P2029 (running lean).
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1993 Mercury Topaz GS 3.0L No Start VIN: 1MEPM36X2P
Thanks for all the helpful info.The car still starts ok so We decided to go with kents idea of wiring in a harness to check the differnt circuits very simple but very efective.Great idea!!! Trouble codes: 543 (open to battery-eca).
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1998 Mercury Villager LS 3.0L Cuts out, Misfire VIN: 4M222ZVVVV
going from an overwhelming response from a LOT of people i put a distributer in this van and it runs excellent now Trouble codes: P0300.
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1985 Nissan 300ZX 2+2 3.0L No Start, Stall VIN: JN1HZ14S0F
Thanks to all that helped seems the dist. is a common problem with these Z cars. The customer has declined repairing this vehicle. With the rust and milage on it I understand. But thank you all for the help. This place does rock.
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2001 Nissan Pathfinder LE 3.5L Surge, IDLE SURGES UP & DOW VIN: JN8DR09X11
Well after alot of back and forth with the dealer turned out to be a bad computer.
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2002 Nissan Maxima SE 3.5L No Start VIN: JN1DA31DO2
removed trans and rechecked flywheel index and it was off. removed and reinstalled corectly starts and runs great. thanks for the help
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2004 Nissan Titan XE 5.6L Hesitation, Cuts out, Stall, MIL Lamp on VIN: 1N6AA07A74
Well I did not get this truck fixed, Customer just bought it and is thinking on returning this truck to dealer or let them to fix it, thanks for Your time guys, seems like that was some CAN comunication problems, I will post any updates if any Trouble codes: P1212 (TCS Comm line circuit), U1001 (CAN Comm circuit fault), U1000 (CAN fault circuit fault), C1156 (CAN comm/ or steering angle sensor), C1132 (Engine 3 fuel cut system), P1716 (Turbine Rev sensor circuit fault).
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1999 Oldsmobile Alero GL 3.4L readiness VIN: 1G3NL12EXX
we thought we checked all the wires from the IAT to the pcm but after many replies to check the wires IN the connector we did and found a broken wire that did not show unless you pull the rubber boot off the connector . a neww connector and sensor and all is ... Trouble codes: 0113.
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1996 Plymouth Voyager 3.0L Gauges VIN: 2P4FP2535T
Thanks guys, I replaced the circuit board for the cluster and all is well. The customer just called after driving all weekend and reported all is well. Once again, thanks all.
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