SureTrack Real Fixes

Learn what has worked for other technicians like you. Real Fixes are based on expert knowledge from professional technicians who have solved the same vehicle issues you may be facing, and cover just about every year/make/model combination that you’re likely to see in your shop.

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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.

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    SureTrack Community Real Fix: Dusting Off Dacia CMP Sensor

    Without a working camshaft position (CMP) sensor, the crankshaft sensor can not define the exact position of the crankshaft drive alone. Follow this real fix to see how a faulty CMP caused a check engine light to turn on with the stored fault code, P0340 and the steps performed to identify the fix needed to return this 2018 Dacia Duster to optimal driving condition.

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    SureTrack Community Real Fix: Boosting Audi Turbo

    The turbocharger of a 2018 Audi A3 turbo was faced with a faulty actuator, allowing exhaust gases to escape prematurely. Discover how the SureTrack community helped a fellow member fix the wastegate actuator of the turbocharger to ensure the speed of the turbine and the compressor are accurately controlled. This post provides a detailed account of the diagnostic steps taken, with the use of scan tools, to identify the problem and quickly find a resolution.

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    SureTrack Real Fix: Smoking out the Cracks

    A crack in your charge air cooler will definitely be a problem for driveability. Follow this real fix to see how cracks in the charge air cooler caused a code P2279. Vehicle 2012 Audi A3 1.6 Diesel Title P2279, P2359, Replaced Charge Air Cooler Complaint The customer states the check engine light is on. Cause […]

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.