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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.

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    SureTrack Community Real Fix: Juke into High Gear

    The turbocharger boost system of a 2015 Nissan Juke was faced with a faulty boost control solenoid, allowing leaking off the vacuum so the wastegate does not close, thus decreasing the life of the turbo/motor. Discover how the SureTrack community helped a fellow member fix the turbo boost solenoid to ensure the correct amount of boost is generated in the turbocharged motor. This post provides a detailed account of the diagnostic steps taken to identify the problem in the boost system and quickly find a resolution.

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    SureTrack Community Real Fix: Acceleration Hesitation

    The exhaust system of a 2017 Opel/Vauxhall was faced with a faulty back pressure sensor, allowing the signal parameter to intermittently drop out. Discover how the SureTrack community helped a fellow member fix the exhaust back pressure sensor to ensure the correct amount of turbo boost to optimize engine power. This post provides a detailed account of the diagnostic steps taken to identify the problem in the exhaust system and quickly find a resolution.

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    SureTrack Community Real Fix: Timing Makes all the Difference

    A SureTrack community member experienced difficulty solving a 2013 Audi A4 Premium Plus Quattro that wouldn’t start. Discover how the timing of diagnostics helped the technician get to the root of the problem with the guidance from fellow community members. This blog uncovers the steps performed to identify the Audi’s timing issue and the correction made to quickly bring the vehicle back to optimal driving condition.

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    SureTrack Community Real Fix: Volkswagen Lacking Voltage

    A faulty fuel pump driver module (FPDM) certainly makes drivability difficult. As the optimal voltage is not being properly delivered to the vehicle’s fuel pump, this causes irregulated fuel pressure to the engine. Follow this real fix to see how a faulty FPDM caused the vehicle not to start with the check engine light on. Discover the steps performed to identify the fix needed to restore the 2015 Volkswagen Polo to optimal driving condition.