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2007 Chevrolet Cobalt LS 2.2L long crank/start VIN: 1G1AK55F57
This one has a very long crank before it finally starts. when it does start it runs a little ragged but in about 15 seconds smooths out and idles fine. CEL is off but code p0315 is stored and will reset when cleared. One of the first things I noticed is no tac... Trouble codes: P0315
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2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 5.3L No Start VIN: 3GCEK13J78
after installing engine,extended crank..eventually will start,code 335...scanner shows no engine speed rpm,and tach not working..but can see cam and crank rpms on scanner..cant do a relearn because of no rpms readings.checked all grounds...car runs perfect whi... Trouble codes: 335 (Crankshaft circuit)
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1998 GMC C1500 Sierra SL 5.7L MIL Lamp on VIN: 1GTEC14R7W
Hi there, I have a 1998 chevy 1500 5.7L came in with a p0446 so I went and had the check valve and the tank pressure sensor replaced. customer left 2 weeks later it cam back with a p440 code smoke it and found a leaking hose from charcoal canister to fuel tank... Trouble codes: P0440
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2005 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE 5.3L Over Heating VIN: 2GTEK13T15
Vehicle came in with an extreme overheating condition. Customer had removed thermostat in an attempt to eliminate that. I installed a new t-stat and burped the cooling system. Vehicle overheated rather quickly. I performed a block test and found it failed. Rem...
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2009 GMC Yukon Denali 6.2L No Start VIN: 1GKFK032X9
This Denali will not crank over and I have no communication with the scan tool. Check all fuses, power and grounds. Started disconnecting modules and when EBCM was disconnected I got scanner communication and vehicle started. Put a used EBCM in it and same iss... Trouble codes: U0122
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2008 Honda Accord LX 2.4L Valve Adjustment VIN: 1HGCP26488
Now that I'm "Semi-Retired", I canceled my Alldata and other repair programs, so this question might seem a bit elementary. But I have a friend's 2008 Honda Accord with a 2.4 engine. It's low miles so this is it's first valve adjustment. Engine ran and sounded...
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2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4.0L Poor Idle Quality, Cuts out VIN: 1J4GW48S74
This vehicle will start running rough and cutting out after it runs for a few minutes. Sometimes when you snap the throttle it acts up. I retrived a P0352 fault code for ignition coil #2 primary. I checked cam sync with the old and new pcms and it is in range ... Trouble codes: P0352 (Ignition coil 2 primary)
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2003 Lincoln Navigator 5.4L Misfire VIN: 5LMFU28R63
Got this Navigator that you can feel a slight misfire at idle and cruise. My IDS shows misfires on cylinders 5-6-8 during power balance test. When you do a relative compression test with the IDS it shows compression down about 10-15% on cylinders 2-3-4. So I h...
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2009 Lincoln MKZ 3.5L Starting VIN: 3LNHM28TX9
Hi all, this Lincoln was running fine wasn't started for about 3 weeks and then wouldn't start. No communication with PCM so when I checked the PCM relay no signal in pin 86. I found that it was corroded on the under side of the fuse box. Repaired but still wo...
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2001 Mitsubishi Montero Limited 3.5L Misfire VIN: JA4MW51R71
Vehicle came in for no start. Kicking back when trying to start, like out of time. Removed cover and found timing marks lined up, but mark on blade that crank sensor reads not lined up. Found pins that hold blade to crank pulley broken off. Replaced blade and ... Trouble codes: P0403 (EGR solenoid circuit fault), P0300 (Random misfire)
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2001 Nissan Pathfinder LE 3.5L MIL Lamp on VIN: JN8DR07Y41
I have a 2001 Pathfinder with 231k and the p1320 code. All the coils have been changed with OE, and have checked wiring. Code comes on after a short drive, almost every time. Any Ideas ? Trouble codes: P1320
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1994 Pontiac Grand Prix SE 3.1L window switch VIN: 1G2WJ52M8R
I bought a replacement driver window switch module Standard Motor Products DS-2141 but it doesn't work on my 1994 Grand Prix SE 3.1l 4-door sedan. I need a electrical diagram for the vehicle and the pinout labels for the Standard Motor Products DS-2141 switch.
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2012 Volvo S60 T5 2.5L Engine VIN: YV1622FS1C
Very little info on engine romoval procedure in Alldata or Identifix. Do the engine and trans come out together from the top? Looks tight no matter what. Thanks in advance.
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2002 Buick Rendezvous CX 3.4L Monitor VIN: 3G5DB03E72
I would like to thank everyone for their help. Unfortunately the problem persists. I have tried all of the drive cycles posted and many other things. I have tested the AIR pump output, the vacuum solenoids, made sure the tubes were clear. I tested the output a...
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2008 Cadillac CTS 3.6L MIL Lamp on VIN: 1G6DT57V58
Thank you for your help those who spent the time to respond. We have installed new chains and tensioners on this caddy and i will be uploading the know good wave form asap. Once again thank you for you assistance.
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1986 Chevrolet K5 Blazer Silverado 5.0L convertor/flywheel VIN: 1G8EK18H2G
Thanks for all the info. I would have posted fix sooner but we closed before I could get back on here. I pulled the transmission Saturday and found flex plate cracked, almost all the way around center bolt holes. Thank God I took it down then because I had a l...
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2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer LT 4.2L MIL Lamp on VIN: 1GNDT13S87
A new timing chain fixed this one. Read on for some helpful information. I forgot to mention that we had energized the solenoid and verified that it and the sprocket were working. We looked closer at the cam and crank patterns and, after comparing them to a kn... Trouble codes: P0017 (Ckp to exhaust cmp correlation).
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2005 Ford Freestyle Limited 3.0L Charging VIN: 1FMDK06185
Sorry, I totally forgot I had this open still. I don't post much. The alternator DID fix this vehicle. It was one of those situations where you make more out of something then it really is based on client's statements. Thanks for all of your help. Did le...
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2008 Ford F-150 Lariat 5.4L Pass Window VIN: 1FTPW14V88
Thank you all for the replies. You were spot on. The Tan/Lt Blu wire was broken on the drivers side. Whats funny is that I had checked the passengers side but neglected to check the drivers side.I appreciate the help.
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2008 Nissan Xterra X 4.0L Starter VIN: 5N1AN08W08
After further diagnostics from the help I recieved here, I have determined the problem is with the TCM. After flushing cooling sysem and replacing radiator, vehicle is being sent to transmission shop for overhaul. Thank you to everyone that replied to my post ...
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2005 Subaru Outback XT 2.5L MIL Lamp on, VIN: 4S4BP67C05
Removed the throttle valve asm and found to be stuck closed closed replaced with new valve works great thanks for all the help
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1972 Volvo 1800 E 2.0L brake band VIN: 1843630335
Hey, thanks guys! Justin, Mike, Phil and Tim. I would have thought about 6mm or 1/4" but it's nice to be confirmed. The link to Autozone was great. Going ahead with adjust and reinstall.
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2006 Volvo XC90 2.5T 2.5L Steering column VIN: YV4CZ59216
I guess someone was throwing the rest of the bearing out without saying anything 'cuz it was all gone. So the kicker is you follow the directions and you can't pull it out of the dash. Remove the drivers side of the console, the 4 dash screws you can see, ...
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