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2007 Acura MDX 3.7L Ads VIN: 2HNYD28897
This MDX came in with the ADS light and message on, on the dash. Using the HDS we retrieved codes 05-6 Active Damper Control UnitInternal LF Damper Coil Drive Circuit Stuck Off, and 07-9 Active Damper Control Unit Internal Circuit Malfunction. Acura has a TSB ...
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2006 Audi A4 3.2L RainSense Wiper VIN: WAUAH78E16
I have a customer (glass shop) replaced a windshield in this A4 because it was cracked. They used an Audi kit to re-atatch the sensor on the windshield. There are no bubbles between the adhesive and the glass. Now the wipers work as if there is no rain sense s...
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2004 Cadillac XLR 4.6L MIL Lamp on VIN: 1G6YV34A24
Hi Guys, got a good one. Vehicle came in with codes, P1101 and P0068 originally with intermittant reduced power message and vehicle running rough. Found some TSB's for reprogramming issues so Updated the calibrations with the MDI. Never had another issue with ... Trouble codes: P1101, P0068
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1996 Chevrolet Cavalier LS 2.4L Poor Idle Quality, Misfire VIN: 1G1JF52T6T
We are struggling with this cavalier. As you can see by the above repair history this car has had all the things replaced that usually cause this problem. I am at a loss to figure it out. We even flashed the computer on the outside chance it would help. I know... Trouble codes: P0301 (Cylinder 1 misfire)
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1999 Chevrolet Cavalier 2.2L no crank, no dash lights VIN: 1G1JC5243X
basically no crank no power "on dash board"when key turned too run. start position. started at ignition switch replaced that from prior experience. so no help . so started looking at wiring diagrams theres 11 wires on ignition switch and i can not find a diagr...
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2003 Chevrolet Astro 4.3L No Start VIN: 1GNDM19X03
hi every body i have this astro 4.3 van. that wont start when humid i did change cap and rotor etc.twice also new coil of course wires and plugs .new fuel pump sprayed everything with wire dryer no help .only when humid a im thinking computer now but not sure ...
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2003 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LT 5.3L Will not shut off VIN: 3GNFK16Z53
This 'burb rolled through the door just as I was about to go home, it will not shut off at all unless you pull the fuel relay to kill the engine, then pull the battery cable to kill the draw. Customer had someone with him that pulled codes, in a rush to get it...
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2006 Chevrolet Equinox LS 3.4L park lights, instrument panel lights VIN: 2CNDL63F16
Greetings all. This Equinox intermittently blows the fuse for the park lamps and dash lights. If a new fuse is installed it seems to last anywhere from 1 day to a week. I have found the Park Lamp switch Signal wire (circuit #74, light blue) is open. From looki...
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2007 Chrysler Sebring 2.4L No Start, MIL Lamp on VIN: 1C3LC46K97
Car sitting on lot starting fine. Customer orderd a used door switch.car started fine for two days. Now will not start. No fuel pressure and no injector pulse. Cant make any work with scan tool.no codes and can cummincate with all modules. Will run with thrott...
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2006 Dodge Ram 1500 SLT 4.7L compressor
Have a dodge pickup here that the a/c compressor runs constantly.With the control panel on or off it runs.Never cycles and eventually freezes up. Even with the control panel unplugged the compressor runs. When I tried to actuate the compressor with the scan to...
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2008 Dodge Caliber R/T 2.4L Lighting VIN: 1B3HB28B38
Car came in, when engine running or key is on rear stop lights including high level light flashing like strobe lights, check all grounds circuit & left side wiring under car (Because car had accident on left side) ok, replace TIP module, worked fine for 4 days...
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1994 Ford Escort 1.9L Excessive Emissions, No Start, Poor Idle Quality, Misfire VIN: 3FARP13J3R
Head scratcher on the back burner now to the front burner because I got a 2000 Ford Windstar mini van in with the exact same symptoms. Hard to start - runs for a couple seconds and dies - dies sooner or no start at all if gas pedal is held down. Seems to billo... Trouble codes: P1116 (Coolant Temp Sensor -- KOEO test)
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1994 Ford Explorer XLT 4.0L Hesitation, No Power VIN: 1FMDU34X7R
Hello, this Explorer came in complaining idle surge. Smoke test, found couple vacuum hoses disconected. Reconnect and idle surge gone. Inspect the ignition wires, found #5 and #6 wire were crossed. Fix that and it idle better. Recommend both o2 due to age and ...
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2000 Ford F-150 Lightning 5.4L Timing Chains VIN: 2FTZFO739Y
Hey Guys , Girls , I dont know if this is ok or not but I need some suggestions. My mechanic tore this thing down and then got on meth. I need some advice from others that have done one , Please. I have never had one down. Heads are off, chains are off.Need to...
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2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4.0L MIL Lamp on VIN: 1FMZU77E91
I have a Explorer Sport Trac early production that when you go over 45mph it feels as if it goes into fuel shutoff. Checked codes and has a vehicle speed sensor code. Scanned the datastream with Modis and found vss fluctuates up and down. When you get up to ab... Trouble codes: P0500 (Vehicle speed sensor)
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2001 Ford F-250 Super Duty XLT 5.4L Excessive Emissions, Poor Idle Quality, Misfire, MIL Lamp on VIN: 1FTNX21L01
This vehicle was brought in running extremely bad.I found cyl.3 plug loose and the ground electrode burnt off,cyl.1 looks good except the ceramic on the firing electrode is rust red as are all the other plugs that I have so far removed.I've got a feeling there... Trouble codes: P0301, P0303
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2002 Ford F-150 XL 4.6L No Start VIN: 1FTRF18W82
No start, backfiring, sounds like the timing is way too advanced. Vehicle ran when it arrived but had dropped a valve in #1 cylinder. We replaced the engine with a reman. We removed the valve covers and have checked the cam timing with the balancer at top dead...
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2003 Ford Excursion Eddie Bauer 6.0L No Start, Misfire VIN: 1FMSU45P73
Hello all, this excursion came from another shop after a FICM replacement and flash. Misfire on #2 cylinder and software incompatibility codes. It came in running but missing badly and no power. I replaced the #2 and reassembled. Cleared KAM and restarted. Ran...
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2006 Ford Ranger STX 3.0L No Start VIN: 1FTYR14U46
I can't believe after 30 years of doing this, I can't figure this one out. Last week truck was brought to us with a complaint of loses power intermittantly. After several test drives I was able to duplicate the problem. Engine woul VERY intermittantly start mi...
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2010 Ford Shelby GT500 5.4L Headlights VIN: 1ZVBP8JSOA
I replaced the HID headlights to Halogen lights, and now only the high beam on the right side is working, no low beam left and right and no high beam left side, p-lights are working I have checked most things I can think of, all fuses are ok the ones in the en...
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1999 GMC Sonoma SL 4.3L No Start VIN: IGCCS19X2X
fuel pressure ok,,spark ok,no injector pulse..Fuse ok and power to injectors,,injectors not being turn on & off..Suspected bad ECM ,so swap it out for an ECM on a 1997..Although computer is different ,vehicle started but ran very rough for obvious reasons..So ...
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2002 Honda Civic LX 1.7L Stall VIN: 1H6ES16572
customer states while on a long drive engine stalls and wont restart until cooldown. after pulling code 1361,we replace the crank sensor,test drove for 10 miles and no problem,returned car to customer and after a long drive problem re-ocurred again, same code ... Trouble codes: 1361 (man specific TDC interuption)
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1990 Isuzu Trooper LS 2.8L Excessive Emissions, No Closed Loop VIN: JACCH58R3L
Hey guys I have this Trooper that has failed emissions. Being it has the GM 2.8L motor I hooked up the scanner and found that there is no Closed Loop Operation. Oxygen Sensor is at .450 volt and not moving/toggling. And the ECM is showing an operating temp of ...
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1990 Jaguar XJS 5.3L No power VIN: SAJNW4847L
Trying to do my good deed and it's not cooperating,Engine is getting no spark to pass side bank. Nothing from coil,I switched wires from upper to lower coil and I then have spark.I do have power and ground at both coils but I am not geting a signal/flash at th...
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2004 Jeep Liberty Sport 3.7L Transmission VIN: 1J4GL48K94
No codes with this one. Transmission fluid level was over-full. Corrected level. Condition of fluid good; no odor and colors good. Shifting from 2-3 and 3-4 good. Taking off from a stop in first on a slight grade the transmission will clunk into gear. Slips fo...
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2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon 3.8L ABS light, traction control light VIN: 1J8GA69168
Help, I have a 2008 Rubicon Unlimited with ABS, traction control light & ESP light coming on & staying on. I have 2 codes present at this time, C2114 & U0125, low voltage to Dynamics sensor. I have replaced the dynamics sensor & codes came right back on. I hav...
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2004 Mazda RX-8 1.3L No Start,
hi everyone. customer tow this vehicle to our shop. hardstart condition, low engine oil about 4 quart.added oil and start engine up. it idle ok and running normal. but after turn off, then it hard to start unless let it's cool off for while. engine crank but n...
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1995 Mercedes-Benz E320 3.2L reverse VIN: WDBEA92E3S
Customer came in with complaint of no reverse when vehicle got to normal operating temperature. Replaced trans assy with used unit with 79000 miles. Serviced with new filter, fluid. Test drove vehicle and lost reverse again ! I can hear it go into reverse but ...
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2000 Nissan Frontier SE 3.3L timing belt VIN: 1NGED27TIY
Owner was driving vehicle when timing belt let go. Vehicle will crank but distributer does not move. We are certain the timing belt broke. Is there a way to determine how much damage may have occurred to the valve train or pistons when this happened? This engi...
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2000 Nissan Sentra GXE 1.8L MIL Lamp on VIN: 3N1CB51D6Y
the vehicle comes in to me with Check Eng Light on with P0135. Previous shop (Sun Devil Auto in Phoenix) had it for the same issue, There RO reads "check engine light on-no symptoms". They did not indicate what codes were found. after having the car three time... Trouble codes: P0135
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1993 Oldsmobile 88 Royale LS 3.8L Battery VIN: 1G3HY53L3P
Hi everybody. We have a 1993 Oldsmobile 88 3.8L in that customer states that when the car is left alone for 3-4 days the battery is dead. I have my meter in series with the battery to see exactly what the draw is and it is 16-19mA. This does not seem excessive...
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2000 Subaru Forester 2.5L Abs Light VIN: JF1SF6351Y
The abs light came on as soon as the wheel bearing was done,so i assumed that the sensor had been damaged while servicing the bearing.the customer said that the next time she needs service, she would worry about it. Well,it came back the other day for "check ...
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1994 Toyota Tercel LE 1.5L No Start VIN: JT2EL46S1R
This car came in on the hook for a crank/no start.I the ignition and it has a good spark,good compression,but no fuel pressure.I started it on carb cleaner just to double check.I checked the fuel pump connection for voltage and found that the yellow wire was t...
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2008 Toyota Corolla S 1.8L MIL Lamp on VIN: 1NXBR32E58
have the codes p043e,p043f,p2401,p2402,p2419. try to run the evap test with snap on verus and it wont let you it show vacuum at -23.3 in when the fuel cap is off. was wondering if any one has run across this? can go into the actuator test and turn on the vent ... Trouble codes: P043E, P043F, P2401, P2402, P2419
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2002 Volkswagen Jetta TDI 1.9L Poor Idle Quality, Lack of Power VIN: 3VWSP69M12
Hello all. Hoping for some advice from some experienced TDI gurus out there. Customer has complained of slightly rough idle for over a year. Recently, the rough idle has gotten worse when the engine is warm. Also, there always seems to be a lack of power now. ...
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2002 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8L Skips VIN: WVWPD63BX2
Ok-car feels like its misfiring on decel only.no codes,no vac leaks found.checked intake and turbo hoses appeer ok.car was hit in rear and customer states this is when this happened-i dont see how but customer is always right. Any info would be great
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2003 Volkswagen Beetle GL 1.9L MIL Lamp on VIN: 3VWCP21CX3
Had code P0672 for glow plug #2 problem. Found problem in glow plug wiring bridge. Replaced glow plug harness and good for 2 weeks and now code P0670 for glow plug module control circuit fault. Only one fix in archives and they replaced everything in glow plug... Trouble codes: P0670 (Glow Plug Module Control Circuit)
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2004 Volkswagen Passat GL 2.0L No Start VIN: WVWPE63B44
Vehicle came to us died on the road. Crank no start. Pulled the 2 o2 codes but feel they are unrelated. noticed right away there was a lot of air in the fuel after the filter. Installed a pressure gauge with a clear hose before the filter, still air in the fue... Trouble codes: 18628 (O2 B1S1 too high P2196), 17586 (Linear O2 sesnor pump curent open circuit P1178)
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2006 Volkswagen Jetta TDI 1.9L ABS module VIN: 3VWST71K26
After a wheel alignement, I hooked the Vag-Com scantool to reset the steering wheel sensor, and I accidently turn on the ESP system fonction test. I tried to turn off the test without succes. So I'm looking for the procedure to complete the ESP System function...
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2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T 2.0L Hesitation, Surge, MIL Lamp on VIN: WVWAK73C26
Hi guys this jetta idles fine but has no power mill light on codes oo1o camshaft sensor 08851 fuel pressure regulator valve N276 00135 fuel rail pressure low, 08567 system lean fuel pressure is 85 psi pressure sensor reads 2.8 volts and drops to zero as press...
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1998 Volvo S70 GLT 2.4L Heater Hose VIN: YV1LS5672W
Has anyone else run into this? Have had two genuine Volvo heater hoses (both PN 9186847) fail at the crimp where the rubber hose is crimped onto the end of the hose that snaps onto the heater. In other words, coolant is shooting out of the crimp! Each hose las...
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1996 Acura TL 3.2L Mechanical VIN: JH4UA3654T
Goodmorning team. I'll like to thank all you guys on the response I realy appreciate it. As every one pointed out that the washer goes to the bottom bolt of the diff and even explaining the purpose of it,you just never Stop learning in this filed.Again tha...
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2001 Audi A8 Quattro L 4.2L MIL Lamp on VIN: WAUML54D71
Customer has not brought the car back for us to finish diagnosis. There was a lot of good suggestions I hope to have the opportunity to follow up on. Thanks for all of the help Gary Trouble codes: P0101, 17549 (Load Caculation Cross check implausible P1141).
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2007 Audi S6 5.2L differential VIN: WAUGN74F47
After checking the fluid levels and not seeing anything wrong we have decided that the vibration is normal and advised the customer of this. Thanks for all the responses.
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1996 BMW 318ti 1.9L Compression on Startup VIN: WBACG7324T
There were many theories of what is going on here. A head gasket issue where coolant was quenching the spark, washed down cylinder walls, carbon buildup jamming up some valves, simply worn out valvetrain components causing a leak when cold, and my own hydraul...
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1997 BMW 528i 2.8L No Start VIN: WBADD6323V
Thank you all for your help. Replacing the DME was the correct desicion, programming was the issue. First we extracted the programed and the basic numbers from the old DME, we started a sesion using progman vss and entered those numbers when asked, after the c...
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2002 BMW 745Li 4.4L Electronic VIN: WBAGN634X2
GOT A GREAT TIP ON USING SCAN TOOL TO TRY TO ACTIVATE MODULE-THE MODULE WAS NOT RESPONDING TO ITS COMMAND-WE REPLACED THE MODULE FROM THE DEALER AND IT WORKED JUST FINE--THANX BRIAN
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2003 BMW 745Li 4.4L Ars dynamic drive VIN: WBAGN63443
We were waiting for the customer response to authorize repairs on this one.The problem ended by being a blown right rear shock.we took the lines off at the pump and the left side of the car came down completely.we in turn blew up each side but we could hear a ...
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2004 BMW 645Ci 4.4L Poor Idle Quality, Hesitation, Cuts out VIN: WBAEK73424
At this time I have cleared the codes and road tested this vehicle multiple times. The codes have not reset and the vehicle has performed as it should. Explained to the customer that if it occurred again and the vehicles battery had not gone dead in the mean t... Trouble codes: 0X29A, 0X278, 0X278, 0X27B, 0X279, 0X27D.
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1997 Buick LeSabre Custom 3.8L Misfire VIN: 1G4HP52K1V
thank you for all you help, this one is fix,we replace the crank pos sensor and that fix it so dont know why it look good in the scan tool but that fix are problem thanks for all you replies have a good day. Trouble codes: P0300.
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2002 Cadillac Seville STS 4.6L Radio Navi Unit VIN: 1G6KY549X2
First thanks to all techs who send replay. I was able to get correct disc GM part # [...] with software V3.10 Procedure requires insertind cd in navi unit closing manually door then disconnecting power from navi unit (remove fuse in rear fuse center- under...
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2003 Chevrolet Cavalier 2.2L No Start VIN: 1G1JC52F83
The vehicle is fixed. My thoughts were the same as Andrew's and Scott's because this was a new problem. I returned the BCM defective and replaced with another "new" GM BCM. That fixed the issue. I noticed 2 things. First, since I was returning the defect BCM I... Trouble codes: U1000.
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2010 Chevrolet MALIBU 2.4L No Start, Stall VIN: 1G1ZA5EBXA
After taking several voltage checks and recharging battery after several load tests battery would only show borderline we decided to put a new battery in car.car fired right up let sit over weekend and it started right up monday morning let customer take car h... Trouble codes: B1325 (Device power 1 circuit voltage below threshold).
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1991 Dodge Stealth R/T 3.0L Excessive Emissions, Poor Idle Quality, Hesitation, Poor Fuel Economy VIN: JB3XD64B7N
Finally got a good ecu. fixed wires that were shorting out the ecu reset the timing car came alive and the nightmare is gone thanks for all the input Trouble codes: 14 (tps out of range), 41 (Injector circuict problem).
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1999 Dodge Durango 5.9L No Start, Cuts out, Stall VIN: 1B4HR28Z5X
hello all-i just have to say this site is great. i can not believe i recieved 15 replies. i disconnected the crank angle sensor when the stall happened this monday a.m.(i knew this durango was waiting for me all weekend) and did not get communication back. SO....
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2001 Dodge Grand Caravan Sport 3.3L Cuts out, Misfire VIN: 1B4GP44311
sorry for the late close. i did fix this van. the problem was in the hole the crank sensor went into. jasper painted it and the senor would not sit straight in its hole. i could duplicate by pushing on the sensor. cleaning off the paint fixed the problem. than...
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2006 Dodge Magnum SRT8 6.1L abs,passeneger seat module VIN: 1G8AL52F86
the passenger seat occupancy nodule problem was a weight sensor shorted taking out the 5 volt reference line.the abs module problem was a bad connection on the module connector.was thinking both items were related because they both happened after an accident,p...
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1988 Ferrari 328 GTS Quattrovalvole 3.2L Hard start VIN: ZFFA20A7J0
Thank you all for the wonderfully informative replies. We are using a reference from the replies to order a replacement fuel head. Have already replace the fuel pump ck valve with no improvement of the pressure drop & since this head has been apart at least 3 ...
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1992 Ford E-250 Econoline 5.8L Soft pedal goes to floor VIN: 1FTFE24H8N
Sorry for the dealy in closing. You know out of sight... out of mind. So, the next day I followed Ford's bleed procedure...RR LR THEN ABS VALVE,followed by RF LF. The pedal felt good after that. Probably still had some air in the ABS valve. The tips about u...
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1998 Ford Windstar GL 3.8L No Start VIN: 2FMZA514XW
I finally caught this one acting up.It had low fuel pressure,11 psi and slowly rose to 40.I replaced the pump and its running great,thanks for the many replies. Trouble codes: 232 (fuel pump circuit hi voltage), 460 (fuel level sensor circuit).
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1999 Ford Taurus SE 3.0L Stall VIN: 1FAFP53S1X
Thanks for all the help! We inspected the engine management harness inch by inch and found nothing. We had the car for almost a week and could not duplicate the cincern. If the issue shows up I will add a comment. Thanks again, Greg and crew
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1999 Ford Ranger XL 2.5L Engine VIN: 1FTYR10C8X
Hi Gruop, THe fix for this Range was to remove the heater core inlet hose at the core. A little burp of air came out so we closed it back up.. We then ran it at approx. 1500 rpms for 15/20 minutes with good heat and normal temp gauge. We let it cool down t...
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1999 Ford Windstar LX 3.8L MIL Lamp on VIN: 2FMZA5142X
Ok I don’t know how this van went 1 month and 1000 miles without a check engine light but we used the duel trace oscilloscope and set the synch according to the bulletin in Mitchell and the light did not return. Very interesting way to set these, great method... Trouble codes: P1309 (Misfire monitor not completed).
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2001 Ford E-350 Econoline 5.4L Misfire VIN: 1FDWE35L11
we took almost all the advice of th IATN members abs install new heads -truck runs great -thanks to all who replied -joe
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2001 Ford Excursion XLT 6.8L Power Steering VIN: 1FMNU41S01
thanks to all who took the time to reply, Ken from Hawaii nailed it, reman steering box from Ford dealer was defective, When I originally priced the steering box from Napa & Ford, I decided to spend the extra $40.00 from Ford Dealer for what I assumed would be...
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2006 Ford F-150 XLT 5.4L Surge, Misfire VIN: 1FTPX145X6
Hey Techs, first I want to apologize for being so vague in the post for this vehicle, by the time we posted, we were very stressed out on this vehicle. We did what lots of you recommended, we put the Motocraft 2 piece plugs in the vehicle, when we tuned it w...
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2006 Ford F-150 FX4 5.4L Cylinder Heads VIN: 1FTPW14516
Sorry again for the late news, but this truck is fixed and running well. I suppose the camshaft codes had nothing to do with the rough running, the truck ran smooth the next day. The codes are still stored and the MIL is on. I talked to the customer about wha...
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2007 Ford Fiesta 1.3L Misfire VIN: WFOHXXGAJH
Well guys this one seems fixed.As most of you suggested the alternator was the problem.It was neccesary to scope the alt running for more than one hour before the problem showed up.So far so good.Thank you all guys Regards Trouble codes: P0300 (random misfire).
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1998 GMC Savana 3500 5.7L Misfire VIN: 1GDHG31R9W
Hi Guys, thanks to everybody for your help. Readjusted the valves and vehicle started then adjusted with vehicle running, loosened till clacked then tightened till stopped then a quarter turn more. I had a spare injector body so put that in now it misfires 2 a... Trouble codes: P0300.
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2006 GMC Envoy XL Denali 5.3L mode door VIN: 1GKET63M66
well this one is fixed the mode door motor was working good the thing is when you turn the temp up to 90 the air flows through the vents porly turn it to 70 flows like crazy we had another one in here and it worked the same way go figure.thanks to all that rep...
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1994 Honda Civic EX 1.6L Excessive Emissions, Poor Fuel Economy VIN: JHEMBEH969
Based upon the fact that the forced-open loop fuel map was even more rich than the closed-loop fuel delivery, I advised the customer to replace the ECM with a quality rebuilt unit, and that fixed it immediately. Now the idle is around 700 instead of 800, map ... Trouble codes: 43 (Fuel supply or o2 sensor circuit).
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1999 Honda Accord LX 2.3L alarm VIN: JHMCG5650X
Thanks to all who replied I found several issues with this vehicle.Stressed doors while sitting inside -no fault.Used mode 1 as recommended drivers door not communicating with drivers module.Code 1 .Door switch inop for 3 years as per customer.LR door switc...
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2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 5.7L MIL Lamp on VIN: 1J8HR58227
Sorry for the delay. I posted this originally for a tech with the agreement he would close it when he resolved the problem. We reconfirmed that we had good fuel pressure and no vacuum nor exhaust leaks. We then questioned our customer as to there fuel fill... Trouble codes: P0171 (Bank 1 Lean), P0174 (Bank 2 Lean).
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1995 Mercedes-Benz E320 3.2L Poor Idle Quality, Hesitation, Surge VIN: WDBEA32EXS
Hi Everyone, after must of you suggested to inspect the harness form the throttle body to the harness connector. We done that and found the wires damaged inside the thick harness near the throttle body. We got a re manufactured unit and now all is back to norm... Trouble codes: 17 (Na), 9 (Na).
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2001 Mercury Villager Sport 3.3L Poor Idle Quality, Stall VIN: 4M2ZV12T51
van still not fixed. the replies i got here good ideas but i have yet to find the problem. i am still leaning towards injectors but i don't have the customers approval to pull and send out to be checked. if the customer lets me continue i will let you know wha...
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2003 Oldsmobile Alero GL 3.4L No Start VIN: 1G3NF52E53
We did the relearn procedure and the car starts now. We were trying to troubleshoot the system using alldata. We did not get the voltage readings we were supposed to get out of the BCM. This would indicate a BCM failure, but, as you might guess, this was not t... Trouble codes: B2960 (security sensor data incorrect but valid).
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2001 Saturn SL1 1.9L Calipers VIN: 1G8ZH528X1
Thanks to ya'll that helped, never had a front brake hose problem before. I found the tech. had used a vise grip on the hose the first time, he worked on the car. A new set of new front brake hoses fixed the problem. Bruce
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2003 Saturn Ion-2 2.2L shifting VIN: 1G8AJ52F33
thanks for all the great info on this car -we had put car in air to just look it over and look at controls , we then reset computer -customer said car ids doing graet so I guess it had a loose coonections on the ttc switch ??? 2 trans shops said it needed a ne...
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2003 Saturn L200 2.2L noise VIN: 1G8JU54F83
sent customer to a muffler shop which installed an aftermarket convertor. which did take care of the noise. customer was not willing to spend the $1500 or so for oe convertor which i dont blame them.
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1995 Toyota Camry 3.0L MIL Lamp on VIN: 4T1SK12E1S
Hi and thanks for all the help. I was not able to get the final repair for this car. The customer decided that since the car still ran fine, they were going to take it and see what happens. As far as additional info goes, It does not have a MAF sensor as as... Trouble codes: 25 (O2 signal Lean), 26 (O2 Signal Rich).
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1998 Toyota Tacoma Limited 3.4L MIL Lamp on VIN: 4TAWN72N8W
We traced the problem back to the ECU. Sensor tested good. Took a scope reading from the sensor at the ECU. Got a good wave pattern, yet my computer failed to read it. Customer declinced to fix truck. And yes there was only one sensor per bank on this truck. T... Trouble codes: P0340 (Cam Position A/VVT Sensor Circuit Fault B1).
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