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    SureTrack Community Real Fix: Volks EVAP Control Valve

    A check engine light illuminated on this 2020 Volkswagen Golf 1.5L Petrol, causing the owner to bring their vehicle in for repair. An error code for the EVAP System was identified using a scan tool. Live data monitoring showed the EVAP canister control valve parameter was out of specification. Commanding the valve on with the scan tool revealed it was inoperative. A visual inspection found no visible faults. Continue reading this real fix posted to the SureTrack community for further testing with a multi-meter and jumper wires confirming the faulty state of the EVAP canister control valve.

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    SureTrack Community Real Fix: Nissan DPF Un-Sensored

    A warning light illuminated on this 2015 Nissan Qashqai, 1.5L Diesel, causing the owner to bring their vehicle in for repair. Using a scan tool to monitor live data and a multi-meter tool to measure the resistance causing a sensor diagnostic trouble code, the technician was able to quickly identify the root cause and get down to the fix. The real fix was then posted to the SureTrack community to help fellow techs who have also experienced the DTC P0471.

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    SureTrack Community Real Fix: Silverado Engine Swap

    After undergoing the time spent and financial obligations with swapping a whole engine, it can be frustrating when the vehicle still won’t start! This was the case for the 2011 Chevrolet Silverado that refused to start up after swapping the old engine with a used one. Used parts are definitely more wallet friendly but when it comes to an engine, there are a lot of pieces involved that need to be in perfect condition in order for everything to work seamlessly together. Dive into this fix with us as we share the diagnostic steps performed, with the help of SureTrack community experts, to uncover the real culprit behind the used engine’s state.

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    SureTrack Community Real Fix: Exhausted Land Rover Valve

    As we’re all well aware, check engine lights can aluminate due to various factors and finding which specific component is causing the light to come on can be a daunting task, especially when the scan tool may not provide a clear cut answer. Bringing the fix to the community, fellow SureTrack member was able to find the route cause and get down to the fix. Discover how a scan tool and multi-meter is used with tests to pinpoint the fault in the exhaust gas recirculation valve on this 2016 Land Rover.

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    SureTrack Community Real Fix: Peugeot Anti-Brake

    A SureTrack community member had a 2019 Peugeot Partner 1.6L Diesel roll into the shop with the anti-lock brake system (ABS) light on. Using a diagnostic scan tool for monitoring live data is always a great place to start, and like this case, it can allude to the likely culprit. Follow this real fix to learn the diagnostics steps performed to identify the causing factor and perform the fix, returning the vehicle to optimal condition.

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    SureTrack Community Real Fix: Ford NOx Inspection

    When a check engine light comes on, using a scan tool to monitor live data, along with thorough visual inspection are the keys to a successful solution. Vehicle 2019 Ford Transit 2.0L Diesel Title P22FB00, Replaced NOx Sensor Complaint The customer states the check engine light is on. Continue reading to discover the diagnostic steps taken to accurately inspect the NOx issue. (This fix includes codes specific to the UK).

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    SureTrack Community Real Fix: Exhaust NOx, We Answer

    The Nitrogen Oxide (NOx) Sensor of a 2010 BMW 1-Series was faced with a faulty NOx sensor signal parameter. This allows the engine to run rich and over-using DEF, which could send the engine into limp mode when not addressed. Discover how the SureTrack community helped a fellow member fix the NOx sensor to ensure proper levels of nitrogen oxide are released. This post provides a detailed account of the diagnostic steps taken to identify the problem in the exhaust system and quickly find a resolution.