What does the traction control system have to do with engine performance? Quite a bit as the systems typically reduce engine power to help counteract traction loss. Follow this Real Fix to see how a problem with valve timing, which disable the traction control, on this Chevrolet Impala was diagnosed and corrected. Vehicle 2008 Chevrolet […]
There are a lot of sensors in the modern vehicle to help control emissions and improve the efficienty. Exhaust gas temperature is used, along with other sensors, to accurately measure the air/fuel ratio to determine how effectively an engine is running. Follow this Real Fix to see how a code P20E2 on this Ford F250 […]
Diesel engines have inherently dirty emissions and need help to address this problem. You can run them extra lean to keep the soot down but that causes high nitrogen oxides (N0x). A common solution is to use a Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) which is injected into the exhaust system to reduce the NOx emissions. Follow […]
Got a shimmy while you’re driving but typical causes aren’t the problem? This might be an older vehicle but the fix here could work in newer ones as well. SureTrack community member wilhiteauto had a BMW in the shop where the customer complained of a shimmy in the vehicle at highway speed. They posed the […]
Heat can cause a lot of problems. Sometimes your car won’t start when it’s hot and it can be really inconvenient since you’re probably away from home at the time. Follow this Real Fix to see how a no start condition when hot was diagnosed and repaired on this Acura Legend. Vehicle 1990 Acura Legend […]
Transmission problems can be expensive to fix, so when you get a bunch of transmission codes you might be worried. Follow this Real Fix to see how thorough diagnostics lead to a much more affordable repair. Vehicle 2002 Chrysler Voyager Base 3.3L Title P0720, P0731, P0732, P1790, Replaced Automatic Transmission Control Module Complaint The customer […]
Uh oh! You got a code for a ECU malfunction; that could get expensive. But it’s not always that simple. Follow this Real Fix to see how this code was caused by another component on this GMC Envoy. Vehicle 2004 GMC Envoy 4.2L Title P1680, Replaced Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor Complaint The customer states the […]
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) failures are fairly common in vehicles. With spinning and moving parts in vulnerable areas of the vehicle it’s understandable that those components can fail. Follow this Real Fix to see how a code C0040 on this Saturn Vue was diagnosed and repaired. Vehicle 2008 Saturn Vue XE 2.4L Title C0040, Replaced […]
It’s always a good idea to pay attention to your vehicle’s gauges. When it says you’re overheating, pull over and seek assistance. Follow this Real Fix to see how this seemingly overheating Suzuki Esteem was diagnosed and repaired. Vehicle 2002 Suzuki Esteem GL 1.8L Title Engine Overheats, Replaced Engine Coolant Temperature Switch Complaint The customer […]
There are lots of components that can affect the fuel system and cause it to be too lean. Follow this Real Fix to see how a code P1128 on this Hyundai Accent was diagnosed and repaired. Vehicle 2000 Hyundai Accent GL 1.5L Title P1128, Replaced Evap Purge Solenoid Valve Complaint The customer state the check […]