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  • Engine Oil Level Low, SureTrack Real Fixes

    SureTrack Community Fix: BMW Under Pressure

    The SureTrack Community helped bring crucial insight to light to diagnose a high-pressure fuel system issue. Multiple tests are performed to verify the diagnosis of a faulty fuel injection pump. This SureTrack Real Fix highlights the power of community support, expertise, and experience, where automotive professionals help each other tackle the most challenging issues.

  • Engine Oil Level Low, SureTrack Real Fixes

    SureTrack Community Fix: Audi Sensor Resistance

    It’s difficult to identify a diagnosis when a vehicle rolls into the shop with a check engine light, and the scan tool brings up a variety of codes. With the help of the SureTrack Community, this Audi A6 was quickly corrected and back on the road in no time. The post provides a detailed account of the diagnostic steps taken, including the use of scan tools, lab scopes, and multimeters to identify the problem and find a resolution.

  • Engine Oil Level Low, SureTrack Real Fixes

    SureTrack Community Fix: Wrong Signals

    The SureTrack community proved its strength yet again when a member posted about a 2010 Volvo XC90 in their shop. The vehicle had a check engine light illuminated and was experiencing a loss of power, much to the customer’s frustration. Eager to resolve the problem, the technician posted the question to the community, and with the help of fellow knowledgeable members and the use of a multi-meter on a Snap-on scan, they were able to identify the root cause and solve the issue quickly.

  • Engine Oil Level Low, SureTrack Real Fixes

    SureTrack Community Fix: Toyota Limp Mode

    It’s difficult to diagnose the issue when after various repairs, the same code will not budge. SureTrack community member VT-David had a Toyota Camry in the shop with a transmission issue and code even after a transmission overhaul. The pressure control for the SL2 Solenoid was the first problem. After the Solenoid was replaced and ensuring wiring is not damaged, the same code still appeared […]

  • Engine Oil Level Low, SureTrack Real Fixes

    SureTrack Community Fix: Fast Fix

    This fix illustrates the power of the SureTrack community to quickly help a fellow tech solve a problem in less than 30 minutes. SureTrack community member Jarrett@firstclassautorepairllc had a Chevrolet Equinox in the shop with a lack of power issue. They posed the question to the community, and with the help of fellow community member […]

  • Engine Oil Level Low, SureTrack Real Fixes

    SureTrack Real Fix: Tall Hatch Throttle Problem

    Follow this real fix to see how this throttle body issue was diagnosed and repaired. Vehicle 2010 Skoda Roomster 1.2L Petrol Title 17953, Replaced Throttle Body Complaint The customer states the check engine light is on. Cause Connected a scan tool and found code 17953 – Throttle Valve Controller: Malfunction. Performed a visual inspection of […]

  • Engine Oil Level Low, SureTrack Real Fixes

    SureTrack Real Fix: Particulate Problems

    Follow this real fix to see how a code P1445 was diagnosed and repaired. Vehicle 2016 Citroen Berlingo 1.6 Diesel Title P1445, Replaced Diesel Particulate Filter, Refilled Diesel Particulate Filter Additive Complaint The customer states the check engine light is on. Cause Connected a scan tool and found code P1445 – The Quantity Of Additive […]