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2006 Acura RSX 2.0L Hesitation, MIL Lamp on VIN: JH4DC54896
vehicle came in with a check engine light with above codes . replaced valve control solenoid and rocker arm pressure switch . When you drive vehicle after a couple of miles and enigne warmed up , on scanner you can watch valve control switch turn on and when i... Trouble codes: P2646, P1009
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2003 BMW 530i 3.0L windows, locks, lights, air condition VIN: WBADT63403
Hello and thanks in advance, Limited experience with bmw control systems. Using autologic for diagnosis. Car runs with multiple system failure. door locks do not work. only drivers window will work from any switches. air conditioner control head is dead and w...
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2006 BMW X5 4.8is 4.8L abs VIN: 5UXFA93596
This 4.8L X5 locking up brakes and I can feel pulsation in the brake pedal, feels like abs pump comes on to early. There were faults in abs: 60af (run flat indicator) check front axle height), 60b0 (run flat indicator) check height of rear axle ehc), 31 electr...
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1999 Buick LeSabre Custom 3.8L Excessive Emissions, No Start, Poor Idle Quality, Cuts out, Stall, MIL Lamp on VIN: 1G4HP52K4X
Car was towed in with the complaint of customer was driving and went to make a turn and the car shut off on her. Customer also stated that the oil light and check engine light came on at that time. I went out to start it had to hold the gas pedal at about half... Trouble codes: P0172 (Fuel System too Rich Bank 1), P0101 (MAF Performance/Range)
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1994 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham 5.7L No Start VIN: 1G6DW52P2R
Thanks in advance. we have this 1994 fleetwood brougham that was towed in. the opt spark dist had been taken out and no one marked the rotor position. Mitch and Alldata dose not tell me hot to set the timing, all they say is its none adjustable. do anyone have...
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1993 Chevrolet S10 EL 2.8L turnsignal VIN: 1GCCS19R8P
Need alittle help. All data does not give clear instuctions on removal of turnsignal stock and switch . This being my first on this older style column I am having trouble getting this apart . I have removed the wheel,turnsignal switch but need help with the st...
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2001 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 LS 6.0L wipers horn VIN: 1GCGC24U51
The wipers only work on high. The w/s squirters work but the wipers don't move when squirters are on. The wipers don't park in the down position either. Also the horn does not work. Fuse is good and the horn works on the bench. Thanks in advance, Dustin.
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2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 5.3L MIL Lamp on VIN: 2GCEK19T41
Intermittant code PO442. Sometimes doesn't come on for 3 days. Cleared and sometimes comes on in a few hours. I replaced the gas cap since it seamed to come on the first time after I filled it up. After I cleared the code the first time it didn't come on for 3... Trouble codes: P0442
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2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 5.3L dash battery Light VIN: 2GCEK19T21
Help!! Good long time customer, came with intermittent battery light displayed on dash (volt meter shows 13V) when this happens. Had failure while in shop,with light on, per history responses in iatn disconnected conector from alternator dash light should go o...
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2003 Chevrolet Tahoe LT 5.3L rear auxillary a/c VIN: 1GNEK13Z33
Greetings techs. I am having a problem with the rear HVAC system in this Tahoe. At times you can't control the air temperature coming from the rear a/c unit. One year ago the mode door actuator and control module were replaced. It has worked properly until rec...
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2004 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 5.3L evaporator VIN: 2GCEC13T74
a/c blows about 52 degrees at idle actually goes up to 56 at speed. not cold enough in this heat. all vents about the same temp. Checked about everything we could think of, did not find an answer. Has anybody seen this problem? thanks in advance for any help.
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2007 Chevrolet C5500 Kodiak C5C042 6.6L MIL Lamp on VIN: 1GBESC32X7
Ses lamp on all the time now, has po299 stored. Dealer said it may not be under warranty anymore, outside the 2 year warranty. We are not diesel techs but have great electrical experence. Is there any problems with map-turbo system that may arise from sitting/... Trouble codes: P0299 (Map/turbo)
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2007 Chevrolet Colorado LS 3.7L MIL Lamp on VIN: 1GCCS14917
Every few weeks the check engine light will illuminate in this vehicle with no driveability complaint. Each time we pull two codes: P0326 Knock Sensor Perf and P0171 Lean O2 Sensor and read 3 freeze frames. Two of the freeze frames are for Code P0171 and were ... Trouble codes: P0326 (Knock sensor performance), P0171 (Lean o2 sensor bank 1)
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1999 Chrysler 300M 3.5L Poor Idle Quality, MIL Lamp on VIN: 2C3HE66G6X
Hey guys, got a question about this 99 Chrysler 300M. It came into the shop last week overheating and with a check engine light on. We replaced the fan assembly to fix the o/heat condition, and checked the codes. At the time it had a p0300-random cyl. misfire.... Trouble codes: P0300, P0302, P0304, P0306
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2000 Dodge Durango 5.2L Hvac Vents VIN: 1B4HS28Z4Y
Hello all, I have a 2000 Durango -- the hvac system is only coming thru the defrost vents( default mode i guess ) I have checked under the hood for vacuum leaks - removed the battery -- no leaks detected -- any help would be appreciated
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2004 Dodge Intrepid ES 3.5L Stall, MIL Lamp on VIN: 2B3HD56M04
While watching cam sensor 5 volt ref and return signal while car acted up. Loss only signal return not ref voltage.checked wire even replaced wire from pcm to cam sensor still got same problem.it is very intermittent but does cause stalling.does seem to be mor... Trouble codes: 340 (Loss cam signal), 344 (Cam signal intermittent)
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2008 Dodge Caliber SXT 2.0L Drive Belt VIN: 1B3HB48B48
We have a 2008 dodge caliber 2.0 / belt vibrates / slaps at idle making severe noise . Client had new tensioner and belt installed. We have spun all pulleys and do not feel any bearing or play issue. The alternator has slight play up and down movement. We load...
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1989 Ford F-150 XL 4.9L No Start, Stall VIN: 1FTEF14Y3J
mornin fellow techs.this is embarrassing to say the least but here goes.dudes truck dies,he tries to fix it.he replaced plugs wires coil and stator[hall switch]he however used the cheaper napa stuff.towes it in to me.i found the ecm to be failed.installed a go...
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1995 Ford Taurus GL 3.0L Poor Idle Quality, Stall VIN: 1FALP52U95
hi all,as stated i have a 95 taurus that is giving me problems. car came in on the hook with a locked up rear wheel(stuck parking brake cable) tow truck driver towed it backwards with engine running to avoid overheating trans...not smart. top rad. hose came of...
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1998 Ford Escort LX 2.0L Poor Idle Quality, Hesitation, Surge, Cuts out, Stall VIN: 1FAFP13P6W
This car came in with a note and said fix it. At our shop we checked fuel pressure 40lbs and checked all grounds and checked all sensors for the correct values. We dropped the exhaust to see if it made a difference and it didn't. The car starts and idles fine ...
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2002 Ford E-450 Econoline Super Duty Custom 7.3L rear a/c VIN: 1FDXE45F52
Friend of mine just started a shuttle service. Brought me this 25 passanger modified (fiberglass bubble) van. The rear a/c unit does not get cold, blower and all other functions work, but compressor does not kick on. I have good pressure in the front and rear ...
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2003 Ford Explorer XLT 4.0L Differential VIN: 1FM7U73K23
Driving vehicle down the road at approx.55-60mph and let off of gas the vehicle has a sensation of driving over rumble strips. I unplugged the shift controller on the rear of transfer case and problem goes away. i replaced the shift controller and problem stil...
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2005 Ford Taurus SE 3.0L Cuts out, MIL Lamp on VIN: 1FAHP53275
Vehicle Came In Running OK, MIL On P0352 Fails KOEO P0352 Replaced Coil With OE DG532 Coil Assy. Vehicle Will Not Run Reinstalled Old Coil Runs OK Ordered Another Coil Thinking Coil Bad, Same Thing. Old Coil Pri. Resistance Right At 1.0 Ohm, New Coils Ohm Out ... Trouble codes: P0352 (Primary Coil Circuit)
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2008 Ford F-250 Super Duty XLT 6.4L Cuts out, Stall VIN: 1FTWX31R08
I have a 6.4l that got towed in for a no start. Found blown fuse#74, and traced it out to the injection pump cover gasket being shorted. Replace gasket (cab on) with no problems and bled system. Truck ran and road tested fine. Stalled on customer and towed bac...
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2007 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Classic SL 6.0L Tire Monitor System VIN: 1GTHK29K07
This truck has manual window and locks. The tire monitor works through this system. The stock wheels have been replaced with none monitor wheels. Can i disable the tire monitor system so the light and info center message will not come up when started?
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1991 Honda Accord EX 2.2L sport trans control VIN: 1HGCB7262M
After the switch repair and checking for codes I went out to check out the operation. In D4 the S light is on at all times. Working the switch has no effect on anything. I went into Mitchel but could not find any real info. I would assume the switch controls a...
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1998 Honda Accord EX 2.3L Accessories VIN: 1HGCG5554W
Hello again guys, have this 98 accord with no cruise control. Button on left side of dash lights up when pushed. Go to steering wheel activation button and nothing. The cruise don't apply or the light don't come on on cluster. Alldata not too in depth with the...
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2000 Honda Passport LX 3.2L Unknown VIN: 4S6DM58W9Y
transmission was replaced a couple of months ago (not sure off all the syptoms at that time). the transmission range switch was also replaced a couple of months ago. vehicle has a harsh 2-3 shift and can clunk badly downshifting at lower speeds at times. it ...
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2000 Infiniti QX4 3.3L Poor Idle Quality, Stall VIN: JNRDR09Y71
Hey there infinti techs i have a nice problem for you. Vehicle was towed in complaining it stalled when the customer was getting off the freeway. When we got the vehicle we started it, revs up to about 1000rpm and then dies. vehicle had codes for mass air flow... Trouble codes: P0101, P0420, P0430
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1988 Jeep Cherokee Limited 4.0L Excessive Emissions VIN: 1JCMT7892J
I inherited this vehicle from another tech who went on his week vacation today. He tested everything but feels that he missed something(and told me good luck). This jeep runs great but fails for NOX only, during a California SMOG test. HC & CO are OK. Fuel pre...
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1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 5.2L Compressor VIN: 1J4GZ78Y1T
Compressor is not engaging. Can operate compressor with scan tool. Found codes 01 in-vehicle temperature sensor and 26 in ATC. Mitchell shows code 26 as reseved. Mitchell does not tell you how to test this system very well. I think it has a bad ATC control.
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1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4.7L No Start, Stall VIN: 1J4GW68N6X
this jeep was towed in as a no start i hopped in it and it fired right up put the scanner on and checked data on ckp and cmp sensors all ok i shut the hood and and car stalled and lost communication to computer.late in the day so i pushed it outside next day s...
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2000 Jeep Wrangler Sahara 4.0L 1-2 shift VIN: 1J4FA59S5Y
Hello. We have a Wrangler here with a 5-speed manual transmission. When you shift from 1st to 2nd you get a clanking noise from the bell housing area. It sounds like excessive gear lash. We pulled the trans to check the clutch and it looks ok. On the trans the...
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2003 Jeep Liberty Sport 3.7L Stall, MIL Lamp on VIN: 1J4GK48K13
thanks in advance for the help.this jeep liberty came in with complaint of stalling and no start for 20-30 min checked codes found PO320 no crank referance signal at pcm. checked connection and wires for damage then replaced crank sensor , still same prob. rep... Trouble codes: P0320, P1391
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2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4.7L Dead Battery VIN: 1J4HR58N35
Vehicle may not start after sitting for 3 to 5 days intermittently. This does not happen consistantly. Last time it happen battery had 2-3 volts. Charged battery, tested charging system (ok) and check for drains on battery. After 20-30 minutes i end up with ma...
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1986 Mazda B2000 LX 2.0L Head, Cam, lifters and rockers VIN: JM2UF113HO
I'm new to this site so i'm still trying to figure my way around. Anyway, I have a 1986 Mazda B2200 2.0L truck i'm working on and for some reason it's not pumping oil up to the top or out of the rockers like it should. I've pulled all the rockers off and flush...
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1979 Mercedes-Benz 300D 3.0L automatic controls
This vehicle only has blower operation on defrost mode. It is an automatic climate control system. I am hoping someone has a vacuum diagram and or wiring diagram that they can share with me so that I can trace down the problem. I think it may be the control pa...
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1994 Mercedes-Benz SL600 6.0L convertible top VIN: WDBFA76E4R
I have an SL600 with an inop convertible top. It also has an inop cluster which I though was the cause of both problems but I sent the cluster to Beckmann Tech and that is now working fine. There is a light on the dash now that looks like a shock with an up ar...
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1997 Mercedes-Benz E320 3.2L dimmer switch VIN: WDBJF55F2V
'defective lamp' code appears on dash with lights on. dimmer switch stays on high beam position and won't switch to low beam. The whole wiper/dimmer lever has some wiggle/play in it. What is the repair process for this switch and what's the approx. cost?
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2001 Mercedes-Benz S500 5.0L Electronic VIN: WDBNG75J11
This Benz had a blower assembly that went swimming due to clogged drains. Put in replacement blower and controller and fan works fine now. However-- AC compressor doesn't kick in. EC lite on in dash- system has full charge. Battery was fully drained when I got...
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2003 Mercedes-Benz SL500 5.0L Power locks, remote key fob VIN: WDBSK75F73
The power locks and keyless entry don't work, and neither does the trunk electronicly. I push the remote buttons and everything lights up and acts like it works and if the alarm goes off the key fob will turn it off but the locks won't go up and down. I checke...
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1994 Nissan Altima GXE 2.4L Cuts out, Stall, pressure in fuel tan VIN: 1N4BU31D2R
car was referred to us .vehicle is well maintained and in good shape.customer states that on a long trip in very hot weather it began cutting out.after stopping they heard a hissing sound that turned out to be pressure venting from fuel cap.car was about 3/4 t...
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2004 Nissan Maxima SL 3.5L No Start VIN: 1N4BA41E74
hi everyone, we have a maxima no start no spark. we replaced the cam sensors and crank sensor. still no start, no spark. our snap-on solus shows cranking rpm and inj. pulse at 17.0 ms. the car tach doesn't move except once in awhile it bouces up thats when we'... Trouble codes: P0345, P0011, P0021
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2003 Other Asian FB 324CID Alignment VIN: JHBFB4JHX4
Hello, We replaced the outer tie rod ends and our information system went down (MOTOR TRUCK) before we could get the alignement specifications. If anyone could provide us with these it would really help. Thanks Dave
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2006 Other Asian xb 1.5L looses fuel pressure VIN: JTLKT33406
Dosnot hold fuel presure after shut down
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2001 Pontiac Aztek 3.4L Cooling Fans Inop VIN: 3G7DB03E71
This is a friends car he just bought. Vehicle overheats the fans don't come on. The fans work when the AC is on and they will come on when commanded with the Tech 2 low and high. Replaced the PCM and no change. Replaced all 3 relays no change. I don't have the...
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2003 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.6L oil level guage VIN: WPOCA29983
This 996 has a inconsistant oil level guage. Works ok cold. Reads slightly low, but works OK. After hot shutoff, the dash says to wait for oil level check. after 20-30 minutes, the dash will check the oil, but will give a different reading almost every time. F...
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2003 Suzuki Aerio S 2.0L A/C System VIN: JS2RA41S23
Low Side 5 PSI and High Side 180 PSI, done recovery process, 30 min vacuum time and charged 0.99 lbs. freon. Tested Evaporator outlet air temp sensor 1.04 ohms at 88 degrees fahr. the Inlet air temp sensor 1.22 ohms at same temp.The Compressor running like nor...
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1998 Volkswagen Jetta TDI 1.9L Cuts out, low power VIN: 3VWRF81H2W
car came in with low power. followed identifix test procedure and discovered low maf readings. replaced maf but numbers were still low. replaced maf again with same results. measured boost pressure and noticed that pressure builds up to 10 psi and falls off to... Trouble codes: 00575 (map control difference), 00750 (mil open/short)
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2001 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8L 1st & reverse VIN: WVWPD63B41
Hi Group- This 5 speed manual Passat is extremely stiff going into reverse and first. All other gears shift normally. The car shifts into first and reverse fine when first started before the car is moved, and also with the engine off. Once rolling, first and r...
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2002 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 1.8L vehicle speed sensor..code 00281 VIN: 3VWSE69M42
hi everyone i have a interesting victim...its a 2002 vw jetta gls 1.8t auto trans 09a...vehicle came in shifting hard and slipping.. immediately pulling codes with my vcds scanner..code 00281 vehicle speed sensor is a hard fault code...also a code in engine 17...
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2003 Volkswagen Beetle GL 2.0L drivers window VIN: 3VWBK21C73
beetle came with non working drivers window, and drivers door locks. WE replaced drivers window motor window works the first key on after plugging it in next key cycle stops working. passenger window works from pass side not drivers side, door locks work on pa...
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1999 Acura CL Premium 3.0L Hesitation VIN: 19UYA2253X
Good morning,I have not written back because we are unable to solve this problem;A sweep test and a voltage and ground test was done on TPS sensor and I could not identify a problem,A gragh test and voltage test was done on Map sensor with no problem found,vol...
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1997 Buick Century Limited 3.1L Hesitation, Surge, Cuts out, Stall, Misfire VIN: 2G4WY52M7V
Godd morning. Much thanks too everyone that took time to reply. Marvin, Kelley, Randy and Bill you hit the nail on te head. This car too had the ckp wires melted and shorted to the rear exhaust manifold. Also thanks to Craig who told me that these engi es hav... Trouble codes: P0420.
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1990 Cadillac Brougham 5.0L Compressor VIN: 1G6DW54Y1L
THANKS ESPECIALLY TO KENT .WE USED A NPN TYPE TRANSISTOR INLINE WITH THE GREEN+YELLOW WIRE. CONTROL HEAD TO BASE,THE EMITTER WENT TO GROUND,THE END WITH DIODE HOOKS TO RELAY TO GROUND THE RELAY COIL.THE REST OF THE SYSTEM SO FAR SEEMS TO FUNCTION PROPERLY. TH...
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1989 Chevrolet Corvette 5.7L No Start VIN: 1G1YY2184K
Thanks for all the replys to my reguest for help. This is the first time I experienced injector problems that could cause a no start. The injector ohms ranged from 1.2 to 16 ohms. They were all different, this was the problem. Installing new injectors solved s...
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1995 Chevrolet Blazer 4.3L Electronic VIN: 1GNDT13WXS
Have returned truck to trans. shop, they think in valve body. Had also installed comp. same problem. Also had replaced ing. switch didn't help. Thanks for all the help
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2007 Chrysler Pacifica 4.0L Steering Angle Sensor VIN: 2A8GM78X77
This hot rod is finally fixed. I have had the new clockspring sitting on my toolbox for 2 weeks now but no car to put it in. Installed clock spring and recalibrated, good as new. The old one sounded like a rattle when I shook it. Guess i found the problem. Tha...
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1986 Ford F-150 XLT Lariat 5.0L Hesitation, Stall VIN: 1FTDF15NXG
THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR HELP.HOWEVER DID NOT FIND A PROBLEM WITH THE FUEL SYSTEM. ALL AVENUES RAN TO DEAD ENDS.TURNS OUT THE EEC RELAY WAS NOT STAYING ENGAGED AT ALL TIMES.CAUSING THE STALL AND SURGING.SORRY ABOUT THE MISS INFORMATION.A SLIGHT TAP ON THE RELAY ...
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2000 Ford F-450 Super Duty XL 7.3L Oil VIN: 1FDXF46F8Y
I have to close this because IATN does not give the option of a second update. Sorry about any confusion concerning the turbo replacement, it was 06/03/08, not 06/03/10 like I had said when I openned this post/request, sorry once again. I checked crankcase p...
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2003 Ford Expedition XLT 5.4L air ride pump VIN: 1FMFU18L63
Rechecked system found wiring melted under relay block, had voltage checked with test light, rechecked with meter it was low voltage. Repaired wiring air sup. works fine. Thanks for all the help
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2003 Ford Ranger XLT 4.0L alternator VIN: 1F7ZR15E23
Thanks again to all that replied to my request for help. Especially Clifford [...]. Cliff told me that the KOEO test lied, and I thought vehicles always told the truth, so I ohmed out the wiring instead. Found no continuity on the yl/wh wire. Traced the proble...
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2004 Ford E-350 Super Duty 5.4L Misfire, MIL Lamp on VIN: 1FDWE35L14
Sorry for the delay. The main problem with this vehicle was a stopped up fuel filter which put stress on the fuel pump. Once I changed the filter I checked the fuel pressure and it started at 19 psi and slowly climbed to 26 psi. I changed the fuel pump and the... Trouble codes: P0191 (Fuel rail pressure out of range), P0171 (System lean bank1), P0172 (System rich bank 1), P0175 (System rich bank 2), P0300 (Random misfire), P0301 (Miss cyl 1 also p0305 miss cyl 5).
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2006 Ford E-450 Super Duty 6.8L tcc system VIN: 2F64GP3478
Replaced the pcm and overlay the power and ground circuit for the TCC solenoid.
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1999 GMC Sonoma SL 2.2L MIL Lamp on VIN: 1GTCS1947Y
THANKS FOR THE REPLIES, I TRIED ALL SUGGESTIONS, BUT WAS UNSUCCESSFUL, TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER FROM WHICH THE REPLACEMENT PCM WAS PURCHASED & THEY USED A TECH 2 & GOT IT TO RELEARN, I THINK THEY REPROGRAMMED THE PCM BECAUSE IT DIDNT GET DONE CORRECTLY THE FIRST... Trouble codes: P1336 (Crankshaft variation relearn).
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2004 GMC Envoy SLE 4.2L Poor Idle Quality, Reprogramming VIN: 1GKDS13S34
we were able to reprogramm the ecm. i was able to call GM at 1-[...] and talk to a real person. I gave him the codes and line details. the codes have to do with an aftermarket radio. thanks for the number to GM tech line. Trouble codes: E4491 (Reprogramming error), E4423 (Unknown reprogramming error).
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2005 Honda CR-V LX 2.4L Clutch Pedal VIN: SHSRD77815
Hello again. Thank you to all that offered help. It turned out to be the master cylinder as most of you noted. I remembered the reason we did the whole system when we changed the clutch last time was because the customer had added power steering fluid into the...
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2008 Honda Odyssey Touring 3.5L Parking system VIN: 5FNRL38958
Well another car fix and out the door. I what I did was took the bumper skin off witch was not to bad to do then I seen my problem one of the middle sensors were smashed it ohmed the same but smashed so I tried to switch side sensors they plugged in but did ...
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2004 Hyundai Elantra GLS 2.0L Hesitation, Flat spot VIN: KMHDN46D04
Thanks again to all who replied. Most replies suggested a problem with the MAF. We did roll the dice and installed a new MAF. Unfortunately, no change was noticed. We did find a vacuum leak at the TPS but fixing that didn't change the symptom either. During th... Trouble codes: P0102, P0113.
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2003 Kia Sorento EX 3.5L Cylinder Heads VIN: KNDJD73393
Here is a summary and what I will do. I will post a final update after all is done as I will finish job, but probably not for 2 or 3 weeks. Most recommended not using shims and that the best job would be to replace the engine. After consulting with customer...
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2005 Kia Rio 1.6L MIL Lamp on VIN: KNADC12595
I RECHECKED EVERYTHING RE-REPLACED O2 SENSOR DROVE VEHICLE FOR 2 DAYS ALL WAS FINE. RETURNED CAR TO CUSTOMER JUST FOR THE LIGHT TO COME ON AGAIN. SO I SENT IT TO THE DEALER AND HAVENT HEARD BACK YET. Trouble codes: P0133.
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2005 Lexus ES330 3.3L Glass VIN: JTHBA30G45
THANK YOU FOR YOUR INFOR MR STUART YOU HELP ME TO GET IT FIX FAST AND UNDER STAND HOW IS IT ON THIS CAR. MR ANGELO FORMAN FOR LEXUS ??? YOUR IN FOR IN NOT CLEAR AND I WONDER HOW LONG DID YOU WORK FOR LEXUS???
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2002 Mazda Protege LX 2.0L Alt VIN: JM1BJ225X2
THANX FOR ALL YOUR HELP THE OWNER OF THE SHOP THAT SENT IT TO US BOUGHT THE CAR FROM THE CUST AND WILL PUT PCM IN AT THEIR SHOP AND SHOULD FIX IT. ANOTHER NOTE ON THIS CAR WE CONTACTED A REBUILDER FOR THESE ALTS AND THEY SAY YOU CANNOT BENCH TEST THESE WITHOUT...
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2001 Nissan Pathfinder SE 3.5L MIL Lamp on VIN: JN8DR09YX1
The check engine will only come on after a few engine starts but the code can be retrieved from the scanner instantly after the code is cleared. Unplugged bank 2 and code was set. Ran jumper wires so computer would see bank 1 as bank 2 and ban2 as bank 1. Sti... Trouble codes: P1140 (Intake Valve Timming Solenoid B1).
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2001 Nissan Frontier SE 3.3L MIL Lamp on VIN: 1N6ED27Y71
We are calling this one fixed. The P1441 code is for a SMALL leak in the system, and we finally found the small leak with soapy water instead of looking for smoke. We found the leak at the top of the gas tank where the sending unit/fuel pump gets bolted in.... Trouble codes: P1441, P1490.
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2002 Nissan Sentra GXE 1.8L Hesitation, Surge, Cuts out VIN: 3N1CB51D12
Customer has not yet returned. Please check the replies for this post as there are some good suggestions. If the customer ever returns my next step will be to unplug the O2's and see how ALPHA% reacts.
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2007 Nissan Altima 2.5L door locks VIN: 1N4AL21E77
Hello everyone, customer neded car back and im waiting for it to come back, went back through all power and grounds again all ok. as stated before they are being commanded to lock, tried a door lock switch and actuator no help, customer opted to have a bcm ins...
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2007 Nissan Xterra Off-Road 4.0L Hesitation, Surge, MIL Lamp on VIN: JNIMG4E25Z
I must start by saying thanks to my fellow tech who offered suggestions. I am at a lost as to the code ECM 10 which led to the frustration. I went ahead changing parts and it was only when i was about to change the injector pump i came across the cause of the ... Trouble codes: ECM, 10.
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2002 Pontiac Grand Prix SE 3.8L air flow VIN: 1G2WP52K92
Sorry I dont have any good info for you. The blower motor is turning the correct direction. I pulled the blower motor and the resistor but no access to the evap core. It is on the driver side of the car. Could not find any debris in the system. Customer does n...
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1990 Porsche 911 Carrera 2 3.6L cam timing VIN: WP0AB2965L
Thanks for ten great replies. Seven replies recommended checking the dual distributor internal belt. A new distributor had been installed last year and distributor timing was dead on. Howard from Mississippi and Robert from Utah nailed it- the tech had mismark...
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1999 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.4L MIL Lamp on VIN: WP0AA2998X
Well, the consensus is that we have worn guides on the timing chain. I checked the right bank guide as best as possible through the square lid/oiler and could not see any wear, however, we don't have any codes for the right bank. The left bank seemed a bit l... Trouble codes: P1531 (Camshaft adjustment bank 1 open circuit), P1340 (Timing chain out position bank 1).
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1989 Rolls Royce Silver Spur 6.7L blower moter VIN: SCAZN02A9K
Good morning brother tech's, well I haven't actually fixed this vehicle yet because I am waiting for a good used blower moter resistor which I found @ Prestigous Eurocars, which I'm sure will cure our problem, however I will keep you posted if I am incorrect....
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2002 Saturn SL2 1.9L MIL Lamp on VIN: 1G8ZF52852
When the customer came back to further diag the problem, I removed the pcm and checked all inputs,power,ground...I activated the air pump with the scanner and did not get any signal directly out of the pcm to the relay. So,I gave the customer an estimate for t... Trouble codes: P0410 (Air management).
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2003 Toyota RAV4 2.0L Ac VIN: JTEGH20V13
Thanks for the replies. This vehicle is fixed. I convinved the customer that the condenser was restricted and neededm to be replaced. The Filter/Dryer is part of the condenser, it does have a replacable element inside. But when I opened it up I found that the ...
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2002 Volkswagen Passat GLS 4 Motion 2.8L all modules VIN: WVWRH63B92
i was not able to fix this vehicule.i tried all replies disconected abs module,radio and instrument cluster,to no available.i did not want to continue because the lock of knowledge and information that i have about this system.i am planning on gstting a good t...
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2003 Volkswagen Jetta GL 2.0L Air Conditioning System VIN: 3VWRK69M23
Faulty A/C Compressor Clutch; Removed & replaced whole unit. Thanks to all who helped! In my opinion, the value of this site and the Technicians that use it honestly, is immeasurable.
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2004 Volkswagen Jetta GL 2.0L multiple systems VIN: WVWRL61J04
Well I got some good responses. possible culprits being ignition switch, grounding issues, an issue with coolant traveling up to the speedo from the cts harness, and possible abs module causing odd system faults. However the vehicle has not returned, and at ...
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2001 Volvo S40 1.9L No Start VIN: YV1VS29531
The vin number on Vida screen did not match vin of ECM per TSB,enter correct vin and all came back to life. Trouble codes: 1MM32, TCM00, TCME0.
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