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	1998 Audi A4 2.8L MIL Lamp on VIN: WAUGD9WA09 Car came in with check engine light on. customer says car stalls. read diagnostics, codes present. 17537/ P1129 bank 2 mixture adaptation, multiplicative too rich. 17535 / P1129 bank 1 of above. checked fuel pressure. found pressure to high. (75 psi, spec is 6...	View
	1986 BMW 535i 3.5L Fuse Box VIN: WBADC7409G This car has the old pill type fuses. Does anyone know how to make these have a good contact. I've tried bending the tabs over , taking sand paper to all the contact serfaces, replaced all fuses. Nothing is working. I know this is a long time problem with thes...	View
	2001 BMW 740iL 4.4L Condenser Fan VIN: WBAGH83491 Original complaint was poor A/C operation with hot weather. Recovered Freon and found .6lbs. Recharged with 1.6lbs and watched gauges. High side went to about 450psi at which time the pressure relief valve dumped the freon. Condenser fan did not operate. We ...	View
	1999 Chevrolet Corvette 5.7L Wipers VIN: 1G1YY32G3X Wipers operate when switch in the off position. Cowl well was full of water. opened plugged drain and removed water. wipers now work except they oscilate between the Park and Rest position again with the switch in the off position. Switch tests OK, think i've ...	View
	2007 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 Z71 5.3L No Start, long cranking VIN: 3GNFK16307 We checked for fuel pressure it appears to delay engaging the fuel pump when key turned on. Haven't seen this on this new a vehicle. When it starts it runs perfect, no rough idle.	View
	2001 Chrysler Town & Country Limited 3.8L Rear blower motor VIN: 2C8GP64L11 Hi everyone, I want to see if any Chrysler gurus have any insight. The Rear blower motor stays running all the time whenever the key is on. I unplugged the rear control switch and turn the front switch to off and still runs. It even runs with the control unit ...	View
	2002 Chrysler Voyager LX 3.3L engine VIN: 1CH4GJ453X this voyager dies right after start up hot or cold ,when it dies it will restart but then die within a few secounds. also when it dies the alarm light is on,when the alarm light is off no problem.skim security computer reads,antenna failure and transponder com...	View
	1994 Dodge B250 3.9L MIL Lamp on VIN: 2B6H821XXR Van was towed in to shop with a simple overheat problem. We filled and pressure tested cooling system found hole in radiator. It also was 50 percent blocked so we replaced it. When running and testing system after repair engine overheated in about 5 minutes. F... Trouble codes: 22 (Temp. sensor volts to high)	View
	2001 Dodge Ram 2500 5.9L Electronic VIN: 1B7KC23651 Need A Little Help From The Chrysler Tech's. This Truck Has Great A/C But When It Idles For A While The Compressor Quits. Rev IT Up An It Cools Again. No Codes In System. Checked Fix Data And On 2000 Back There Was A Crank Sensor Problem But Dont See Any Thin...	View
	2001 Dodge Dakota Sport 4.7L airbag light VIN: 1B7GG2AN41 replaced ignition switch. replaced vss sensor, abs speed sensor on rear diff. dont no much from there. Anything will be appreciated. Thanks	View
	2001 Dodge Stratus SE 2.4L Radio VIN: 1B3EJ46X01 This vehicle has the radio inop? It will after having the key on flash the time or radio station 530am like having lost power for 1-2 seconds. The fuses are good there is power from both the key and hot all the time to the radio. We have tested for ground, whi...	View
	2002 Dodge Ram 3500 Van 5.2L No Start VIN: 2B5WB35Y22 what's wrong with this dodge? this 02 b3500 5.2 liter van was towed in as a no-start. it has good strong spark at all 8 cylinders. fuel pressure is 50 psi. fuel volume is 1 liter per minute, which is right on spec. all 8 injectors are pulsing. fuel trims are n... Trouble codes: P1391	View
	2003 Dodge Grand Caravan SE 3.3L Misfire, MIL Lamp on VIN: 1D4GP24343 Ok, this van is strange. I have checked and dbl checked all the basics including all of the previous shops work. Scan shows recurring code p0305. I feel as though I am missing something really stupid here? Van is in good shape and appears to be fairly well mai... Trouble codes: P0305	View
	1965 Ford mustang 260CID No Start, 65 Mustang 260 V8, customer had motor built 2 yrs ago at machine shop. Never attempted to start it till now, after he failed he brought it to me. Compression is around 100, adjusted rockers to 0 lash, on cranking you can hear what sounds like exhaust coming th...	View
	1997 Ford Taurus GL 3.0L Anti-theft VIN: 1FALP52U8V I recently acquired this car for my grandson. After determining that the no oil pressure was due to a failed drive gear on the cam synchroniser, I replaced it and put a good battery in. Car has window stickers with Ford Security System on them, siren/speaker u...	View
	2000 Ford Focus ZX3 2.0L thumps on accel VIN: 3FAFP3135Y Hello everyone and thanks for the help on this one. I have this Focus in that makes a thumping noise from the right front when driving, mostly on acceleration. The vehicle stopped in last week and we drove it. I heard the noise and it sounded to me like an axl...	View
	2001 Ford Focus LX 2.0L high pressure VIN: 1FAFP33P81 cannot find high pressure fitting did ford build these without one .thanks inadvance matt	View
	2001 Ford Taurus SE 3.0L converter seal VIN: 1FAFP53U21 I have a 2001 taurus that will leak trans fliud out the front pump seal after getting hot, we have replaced the trans cooler,we installed a new vent per the tsb, pulled the trans and we don't see any thing wrong, the seal is grayish/brown color, I guess why do...	View
	1998 Honda Accord LX 2.3L MIL Lamp on VIN: 1HGCG5547W hello everyone , i have this honda accord that keeps setting a po171 system too lean . vehicle had several that were fixed . po171 keeps coming back . the vehicle has had the updated regulator put in already . has anyone seen this or any ideas on how to check ... Trouble codes: P0171	View
	2001 Honda Civic EX 1.7L harmonic VIN: 1HGES26741 Vehicle vibrates at about 900 to 1200 rpm mounts all dont checked the harmonic balancer noticed vibration through running when idle dropped off vibration goes away but is there most of the time running do not know if these are known for bad balancer's everythi...	View
	2003 Honda Accord EX 3.0L compressor VIN: 1HGCM66513 New customer -- When the ac is turned on the hi pitched whine starts especially above about 1800 rpm it is very noticeable It is the type of whine similiar to a low power steering pump noise cannot find any type of problem in any pulley or accy whine stops ...	View
	2002 Hyundai Elantra GLS 2.0L Vibration VIN: KMHDN45D62 Hello fellow Techs , i have a problem with this Hyundai Elantra. It start fine and drives fine. The problem is that it has a vibration while it idling when you punch the gas it quite and it drives fine without any vibration but when it comes again to idle the ...	View
	2005 Hyundai Elantra GLS 2.0L No Start, Stall VIN: KMHDN56D95 This car came with the complaint that it would run for a minute then stall and not restart for a short while. When I tried to start it, it wouldn't go. Checked for codes - none stored. Checked data KOEO, all were normal. I have fuel pressure, injector pulse, b...	View
	2000 Jaguar XJ8 L 4.0L trans ass'y. VIN: SAJDA23C5Y I'm replacing my 2000 Jag. XJ8L trans with a used one from the same car,but model year 2002. Everything is going fine. But, where do I buy the trans fluid affordably? The local Jag dealer want $48.25/qt. !!! Is it some synthetic, or esther based oil? I found a...	View
	2001 Jaguar Vanden Plas 4.0L Elec. operation VIN: SAJDA24C71 The car stopped opening the trunk electrically in the recent month. The trunk can be opened with the key, but neither the driver's trunk switch, located next to the gas door switch, nor the center of the trunk exterior button cause any electrical action. I too...	View
	1994 Lexus ES300 3.0L Surge VIN: JT8GK13T9R At a loss where to start I'm leaning towards neutral safety switch. The engine only surges in park and drive reverse is ok. Though vehicle has alot of miles engine is as quiet as new. Does'nt seem to have any other computer problems.	View
	2000 Lincoln Town Car Executive 4.6L Power Draw VIN: 1L1FM81W7Y This vehicle is an electrical nightmare. It's a limo that is having electrical problems. The owner seems to think it's the PCM. I've gone done this road with the owner, and find out that most of the vehicles needed a LCM. This is losing power at high speeds. I...	View
	2001 Lincoln Town Car Executive L 4.6L warning chime VIN: 1LNHM84W91 this vehicle has an audible five beep tone with no other visual warning lights. beep begins within 30 seconds and will sound again every 30 minutes. no gem codes present. tone began just one day. unable to duplicate tone with other audible known tones.	View
	1997 Mazda Millenia S 2.3L Cuts out, Stall VIN: JYVGE22B1P Calling Mazda Techs and other techs. Thanking in advance to all who take their valueable time to read this. This car is really making me reconsider my career choice. The car came in initially stalling and hard to start. Had to put the foot down half way to s...	View
	1999 Mazda 626 ES 2.0L MIL Lamp on VIN: 1YVGF22C9X we are using the snapon modis Trouble codes: P1464 (A/C Demand Out of Self Test Range), P1127 (HO2S Bank 1 Sensor 2 Heater Not On During Key On Engine Running Self Test)	View
	1997 Mercedes-Benz S500 5.0L MIL Lamp on VIN: WDBGA70G1V replace shut-off previously and came back with same concern Trouble codes: P0455 (evap gross leak)	View
	1997 Mercury Grand Marquis LS 4.6L compressor VIN: 2MELM75W6V we have this mercury that came in for a/c not working customer said that he heard a clicking noise then a/c quit. checked and found blend doors not working, found tsb on problem. replaced blend door actuator and doors working great. also found that a/c compres...	View
	2003 Mini Cooper 1.6L Wipers, Turn Signals, Door Locks VIN: WMWRC33403 Customers complaint was that the wipers in front stopped working while they were opperating in INTERMIT mode. First thing we checked were fuses (inside and outside). All good. Then we noticed that POWER WINDOWS, DOOR LOCKS, REAR WIPER, BLOWER MOTOR, CIG. LIGHT...	View
	1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse RS 2.0L Misfire I have a customer that has a 1999 Eclipse 2.0 na at the shop. He brought it in for a running issue. The coil is not firing on the #1&4 but is firing on 2&3. I've checked all the wiring, replaced the coil and camshaft position sensor. He told me that he had pu...	View
	2001 Mitsubishi Diamante ES 3.5L expansion valve VIN: GMMAP67P21 no a.c. output. suspect blockage w/in expansion valve. compress. runs but psi goes into vaccuam on lo side. the valve is accessed from inside firewall. any tips would be nice...	View
	2003 Nissan Pathfinder SE 3.5L engine oil VIN: JN8DR09Y73 Hello, have a 2003 Pathfinder with a 3.5l here that is using excessive oil. No visible leaks. No smoke. having trouble pin pointing where it is going. Thought i would run this by you and see if this has come up before. I also should say that this has been doin...	View
	1999 Plymouth Grand Voyager Expresso 3.8L IP Light and Radio Light VIN: 1P4GP44L7X Hi All, I have this plymouth voyager in the shop. The problem is the odmeter, Radio, Transmission Selector, and High beem indicator lights all are blinking simultaneously. Also the headlights blink as well. I was wondering if this some antitheft thing. The ve...	View
	1989 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 5.0L vats VIN: 1G2FW21F0K Group- I've hit a wall with this Firebird/Trans-am, and I could use some input. It's a crank no start.The VATS system seems to be the problem, but I can't seem to come to an end. Found that the wires that go up the steering column were broken, no brainer righ...	View
	2001 Pontiac Firebird Formula 5.7L Poor Idle Quality, Misfire, MIL Lamp on VIN: 2G2FV22G61 Cyl 6 misfire, and lean on both banks, codes p0171, p0174, and p0306. cust had taken back to the place he bought it from many times and all they did was turn off the light and in the end told him he needed injectors. for cost sake he turned to the internet and... Trouble codes: P0171, P0174, P0306	View
	2000 Saturn LS2 3.0L No Start VIN: 1G8JW52R4Y This car won't start after sitting on a drive way over night on a hill. Roll it down to the street and will start right up. I put a fuel pressure tester on it and pressure was normal all day come back in in the morning no fuel pressure with front end of car li...	View
	1990 Subaru Legacy LS 2.2L Poor Idle Quality, Stall VIN: JF1BJ6429L Subaru Techs,Help. This car came from another shop and I can't see the problem. No codes stored and engine has problems idling after engine has been running a few minutes. Starts and idles good cold, you can turn on the a/c, engine idles up like it should unti...	View
	1999 Subaru Legacy Limited 30th Anniversary 2.5L fan motor VIN: 4S3BG6850X hello gentle man this customer brought this car in with code #p0480 cooling fan #1 circuit and has had the dealer and other shops check out this condition with no success. we tested the cooling fans they work and come on normally. the fan relays test good. has...	View
	1978 Toyota Land Cruiser 4.2L fuel,temp gauges VIN: FJ40268732 This is a frame off restoration and the temp gauge starts off reading cold but as the engine warms up the temp gauge quickly goes to full hot. Actual temp when it is full hot is 149 degrees. We have replaced the sender with an aftermarket one with no change so...	View
	1996 Toyota Corolla DX 1.8L diagnostic port VIN: 2T1BB02E9T Cannot communicate with aldl connector , have both power and ground as well as .8v at ecm bus line also checked circuit opening relay which is good. sorry not more info this is a first for us.	View
	2000 Volkswagen Cabrio GL 2.0L Poor Idle Quality VIN: 3YWCC21V0Y Greetings VW techs, I need the procedure using ross-tech software to perform the throttle adaptation on this Cabrio.The throttle body is very dirty and do not want to clean it unless we can relearn it. We recently purchased the ross-tech hex+can cable and lisc...	View
	2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLX 2.8L MIL Lamp on VIN: 3VWTE29M9Y anyone run into this my timing is on. had two others check just to make sure my eyes were not deceiving me. Trouble codes: 1340 (cam and crank out of synch)	View
	2001 Volkswagen Golf GL 1.9L Injection Pump leak VIN: 9BWGP1J514 Hello, I am working on a customer's 2001 VW Golf TDi. It appears to be leaking diesel fuel from the injection pump. The car runs fine otherwise. The customer on occasion uses commercially available Bio Diesel fuel. The VW dealership here did not offer any ass...	View
	2002 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 1.8L radiator VIN: 3VWSE69M82 Guys, This one has me scratching my head. The customer brings in the car with an intermittant overheating complaint. We leaked test the system and ran the engine at idle to confirm the cooling fan circuit-no problems found. While the car was sitting the temp ...	View
	2003 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8L Poor Idle Quality, Hesitation, Surge, Cuts out, Stall, Poor Fuel Economy VIN: WVWPD63B33 the prob now is car is real sluggish on take off and if you brake torque it the oil light on the dash will start flashing and you get a message saying to stop car and check oil it does this intermitintly to the car owner alot here lately the only way i can dup...	View
	2004 Volkswagen Jetta GL 1.8L Poor Idle Quality, Misfire VIN: 3VWSE69M33 this problem only happens cold intermittenly will run rough for 60 seconds then clears up. no codes, no check engine lite, replaceed coils, all 4 cleaned injectors, checked fuel pressure ok. checked for vacuuam leaking none, checked powers and grounds all clea...	View
	1995 Volvo 940 2.3L Poor Idle Quality, Stall VIN: YV1JW8310S it idles fine without cooling fan operation. but this volvo stalls sometimes, or the idle speed goes down to stall almost when only electric cooling fan starts to turn. Once fan runs, idle comes back to normal. charging system, ground for fan relay are checked...	View
	2003 Volvo XC70 X/C 2.5L outside temp VIN: YV1SZ59HO3 hello, i have 03 volvo xc70 that outside air temp is incorrect. i checked the pass door mod. for a temp reading, 10 c. then used a heat gun and the reading went up. then checked the drivers door mod. the reading was 0. (there is a temp sensor in both mirrors.)...	View

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	2001 Acura CL Premium 3.2L fluid res. VIN: 19UXA42711 thanks to all you're replies,the fix was to replace the o-ring on the suction side of the pump.many replies said the o-rings, but of course i did the pressure hose ring first.a good way to diag this is to pressurize the res with a mighty vac,just 7 psi should ...	8
	2003 Acura TL 3.2L Radiator fan VIN: 19UUA56623 Customer picked up vehicle to return at a later date. They have not returned. I don't have much more I can tell. Unfortunately I need to close this request. I will update later if possible.	9
	2001 BMW 740iL 4.4L drivers seat VIN: WBAGH83481 Should have caught this one. Thanks for the help. We did find the power seat switch broken. Installed new switch. Works great. Thanks!	5
	2004 Chevrolet Astro 4.3L No Start VIN: 1GNEL19XX4 Thanks for those who took the time to respond. This vehicle indeed had a PCM programing issue. Funny thing, after all the trouble I already had, heres how I figured it out. After testing powers, grounds and communication wires I took van to local Chevy dealer ... Trouble codes: U1000, U1016.	5
	2002 Chrysler Town & Country LXi 3.3L serpentine belt VIN: 2C4GP443X2 Kyle [...] hit the bullseye on this vehicle. The problem is the clutch on the alternator. Removed the alternator and pulled the cover off the clutch and it was full of metal. Replaced alternator. Vehicle fixed. As far as updated belt kit, that is for older styl...	13
	1993 Dodge Intrepid 3.3L No Start VIN: 2B3ED46T6P Thank you all members .All replies appriciate. Cam,crank sensor,timing good Back to basic : broken camshaft,this engine if cam bearing are bad ,short block had to be replaced .Sign of water in the oil .Replace with an used engine. Thank again.	11
	1996 Dodge Dakota 3.9L Hesitation VIN: 1B7GL23X8T well guys/gals..the truck has been running good now for about 2 weeks. I really think it may have been the PCM or a connection problem. I removed the connectors from the PCM to do some pin-out tests for the trans relay code. All checked ok, I put it back toget...	7
	1991 Ford F-350 Custom 7.5L No Start VIN: 2FTJW35GXM thanx to all who replied...and jim u do recall correctly...this thing passed every test that i could throw at it for components and wiring. ended up an intermittant pick up in the distributer...it finally lost spark during the countless hours of testing. how i...	7
	1993 Ford Mustang LX 2.3L No Start VIN: 1FACP44M7P well guys this one went away im sorry to say because i really wanted to find out what was wrong. after driving this car for close to 100 miles off and on in the 100 plus degree heat we have had here recently the head gasket took a dump and they do not want to ...	5
	1996 Ford Mustang GT 4.6L Electronic VIN: 1FALP45X7T Well, we found that the negative battey cable was not making proper contact requiring the current to find its way back to the battery through the TCC solenoid. The owner had replaced the terminal end with a temporary end and the main cable was not making conta...	3
	1999 Ford F550 7.3L Misfire VIN: 1FDAF56FXX Thanks for all the help, special thanks to Christopher and Patrick for pointing out that There are 2 chack valves, one in each head. There are screens in each one. When checking fuel pressure for symptoms were there are misfires in one or both banks, it ... Trouble codes: 1247 (Low boost Presure), 1670 (EF Feedback circuit no signal), 0263 (Cylinder 1 contribution/balance fault), 0269 (Cylinder 3 contribution/balance fault).	10
	2001 Ford Focus LX 2.0L high pressure VIN: 1FAFP33P81 THANKS TO ALL WHO REPLIED .SOMEONE HAD PLACED A PIECE OF PLASTIC OVER THE OPENING PROBABLY BECAUSE THERE WAS NO CAP ON THE PORT.REMOVED THE PLASTIC AND THERE IT WAS.ALL DATA SHOWS IT DIFFERNT .MAKES ME FEEL LIKE A FOOL.THANKS AGAIN .MATT	6
	2001 Ford Taurus SE 2-Valve 3.0L Mechanical VIN: 1FAFP55U31 I recieved 15 replies. Two made no sense based on the problem, but the other 13 showed that this trans has 2 very common problems causing this symptom. The replies were split between a broken pump shaft or stripped splines in the convertor for the pump drive. ...	15
	2003 Ford Expedition XLT 4.6L Mechanical VIN: 1FMFU16L93 Well the fix here seems to be that we shopuld have replaced the right side caliper when we replaced the left one. The truck did not come back for a while, don't you just love the customer complaints and their poor response when they don't bring 'em back, and ...	12
	2004 Ford F-150 FX4 5.4L No Start VIN: 1FTPW14574 Thanks you to everyone who responded. This network is the best!Well I think we got it fixed. I forgot to mention we did replace the fuel filter last time and we used OE pump and filter. And the voltage drop was fine. We replaced the filter this time too becaus...	11
	1997 Honda Passport EX 3.2L Excessive Emissions, Poor Idle Quality, Surge, Misfire, MIL Lamp on VIN: 4S6CM58V7V Well after a couple of weeks and having given up on this vehicle, it is fixed. I called the customer to pick up the vehicle and take it to the dealer, but in one last desperate move I found the Oxygen sensor wiring connectors connected to the wrong sensors. Af... Trouble codes: P0300 (Multiple cylinder misfire).	7
	2000 Honda Odyssey LX 3.5L 1-2 and 2-3 shift VIN: 2HKRL1851Y Well this van is fixed the trans shop that asked me to check the van bought another core and insalled it and the problem has not returned.	5
	2005 Honda CR-V SE 2.4L No gear other than high VIN: JHLRD78955 Thanks for the replies to this help request. The shop I was posting for replaced the number 2 sol. as suggested by Carl, Alex and Larry. Alex said to be sure to check for any metal contaminates in the fluid. The repair tech stated that he found no metal and...	4
	1996 Infiniti I30 3.0L MIL Lamp on VIN: JNKCA21D2T THANKS FOR YOUR HELP AFTER FURTHER TESTING IT TURNED OUT TO BE THE CANISTER WE FOUND WATER INSIDE. NOTE; THE CANISTOR WAS REPLACED 2 YEARS AGO. WE THOUGHT IT WOULD HAVE LASTED LONGER THAN THAT. THANKS AGAIN JOHN CALIFORNIA Trouble codes: P0446.	4
	2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee Sport 4.0L Mechanical VIN: 1J4GW38S92 found evaperator clogged with debris on the drivers side of blend door. thanks to all who helped. also ended up replaced mid case blend door per chrysler tsb.	7
	1997 Lincoln Town Car 4.6L air suspension VIN: 1LNLM81W9V well this vehicle is fixed and gone . replaced the rear air suspension module and all is ok . the module was not sending voltage down one sensor wire causing the system to think the sensor is bad . thank for the replies and the help offered .	3
	1999 Lincoln Navigator 5.4L communications VIN: 5LMPU28L6X ABS module was disrupting communincations on the "K" line, disconnecting the module, cycling the key and retesting got us to talk to the Air suspension module, ended up having a bad vent solenoid, we ordered the parts...and presume that once the ABS module is ...	None
	1995 Mercedes-Benz C220 2.2L MIL Lamp on VIN: WDBHA22E7S P0101- Mass or Volume Air Flow Circuit Range/Performance problem New Maf fixed my problems thanks for the responses Trouble codes: P0101 (Mass or Volume Air Flow Circuit Range/Performance problem).	4
	1995 Mitsubishi Expo 2.4L Starting VIN: JA3AD59G7S The two guys who replied told didn't tell me where the starter relay is (one told me but I didn't know where the relay center was). The other dude said that the ignition switch is a common problem on these POSes ( Its not a piece, its a pile) The customer was ...	3
	2001 Mitsubishi Montero Limited 3.5L inst odometer VIN: JA4MW51R31 The dash will be sent out to have the spedo milage installed. Thanks to everyone who responded to my request for help.	8
	2003 Oldsmobile Alero GX 2.2L Poor Idle Quality, Stall VIN: 1G3NK52F73 This one has been on the road for a week now with on problems. So I am going to call it fixed. Richard [...] hit it on the head when he said there was a TSB on this problem. Took car to dealer and they performed the reprograming and this improved idle.	5
	2004 Pontiac Grand Prix GT2 3.8L engine VIN: 2G2WS52294 I did as some of you said and slid the converter away from the flywheel noise is still the same and checked the front cranshaft pulley it looked ok. We are going to put in a different engine thanks for all the help.	4
	1997 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.6L MIL Lamp on VIN: WPOAA2995V I am going to call this fixed. I have not got the codes to reset after several full drive cycles. I tightened the fan and alt belts and this seems to have fixed it. The customer is aware of the wire condition and will hold off on it until it shows a sign of a ... Trouble codes: 51 (Cyl 2 misfire), 54 (Cyl 5 misfire).	7
	2003 Saab 9-5 Linear 2.3L transmission VIN: YS3EB59E13 Hi Guys, After resetting adaptation values we couldn't ever get the transmission to act up again. We did examine the motor & transmission mounts which were OK. The car did have a bit of a surging problem which could have contributed to the adaptation valu...	4
	2002 Saturn L200 2.2L starts then dies VIN: 1G8JU54F72 This is to let everyone know what the problem was. Icouldn't communicate to the BCM with the Modis ,so i borrowed a Tech 2 no response either. I felt like the BCM was bad had no way to flash it . Sent the car to saturn and yes the BCM was bad. Trouble codes: U1000 (Class 2 serial communication problem), P1599.	5
	2002 Saturn SL2 1.9L anti theft VIN: 1GBZK52752 Thankyou for the replies especially Mark from Florida, I appreciated the details in your response. I did not have excessive voltage drop from the battery cable but there was some corrosion, I cleaned it and that did not seem to do anything for us. After more p...	3
	2001 Toyota Celica GT 1.8L fuel gauge VIN: JTDDR32T41 WELL THIS ONE IS FIXED, REPLACED BCU AND EVERYTHING CAME BACK TO LIFE. THE ONLY THING THAT WORRIED ME WAS THAT THE DEALER HAD NEVER SOLD ONE, AND I DIDN'T HAVE A SPARE LYING AROUND. SO I CHECKED EVERYTHING BESIDES THE BCU AND ALL WAS GOOD, SO I STOOD UP TO THE...	4
	2007 Toyota Tundra 5.7L side mirrors VIN: 5TBBV54107 Thanks you Brian [...]. They convinced me that the side mirrors for the 07 Tundra will interchange with the various mirror models both electrically and mechanically on 07 08 and 09 models. After being told different by my Toyota parts guy...	4
	2000 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8L instrument VIN: WVWMD63B3Y THANKS FOR ALL THE REPLIES. RALPH [...] HIT IT ON THE HEAD. HE ABS MODUEL WAS BAD. WE UNHOOKED IT, AND EVERYTHING WORKED EXCEPT THE ABS. HAVE ADVISED THE OWNER, AND HAVENT HEARD BACK FORM HIM, BUT THE ABS WILL FIX THE PROBLEM. HAVE NEVER SEEN THAT BEFORE IN MY...	10
	2000 Volkswagen Beetle GL 2.0L Compressor Clutch VIN: 3VWBA21C4Y after two weeks, i finally got the car back in. i replaced the fan control module. i still had no compressor engagement. i then replaced the high pressure switch. the compressor engaged and a/c was cold after pressure switch was replaced. thanks for all the re...	8

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