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 Real Fix: Lean Sable

    Here’s another case where an older vehicle needs good old-fashioned diagnosis to find the cause of a problem. Follow this Real Fix to see how a lean condition on this Mercury Sable was diagnosed and repaired. Vehicle 1995 Mercury Sable LS 3.8L Title Code 172, Replaced Fuel Pump Complaint The customer states the check engine […]

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    SureTrack Community Fix: Poor Dead Soul

    Battery voltage is critical to keeping today’s vehicles operating correctly. Even a very slight drop can keep you from even starting. SureTrack community member after6tuning had a Kia Soul that wouldn’t start and at first it appeared to be a charging issue. They posed the question to the community, and with the help of fellow […]

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    SureTrack Real Fix: Shafted Sensor

    The anti-lock brake (ABS) system in vehicles relies on sensors to operate. These sensors capture the rotation of the wheels, typically through interfacing with a notched sensor ring. If this ring gets damaged, the system will not operate properly. Follow this Real Fix to see diagnosis of ABS codes on this Mercury Mariner lead to […]

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    SureTrack Community Fix: Bad Vibrations

    Sometimes when you have a vehicle problem you can get distracted by an unrelated code issue. SureTrack community member carguru had a BMW X5 in the shop where the owner had a problem with vibration or shaking when first started in the morning and the only code was for the charging system. They posed the […]

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    SureTrack Real Fix: Undercover Problem

    You never know what you’re going to find when someone brings their car in with the check engine light on. When you get a bunch of codes you know you have your work cut out for you. Follow this Real Fix to see how a series of codes on this Volkswagen Jetta were diagnosed leading […]

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    SureTrack Real Fix: Traction or Transfer

    When you’re driving along and the traction control light comes on you might think that’s where the problem lies. But some vehicles use one warning light for multiple systems. Follow this Real Fix to see how a problem with the AWD system on a BMW X3 was diagnosed and repaired. Vehicle 2008 BMW X3 30i […]

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    SureTrack Real Fix: Theft Deterrent Woes

    Vehicles have come with factory-installed security systems for many years. As the vehicle gets older, security isn’t much of a concern, but if the system has a problem, it can stop you from driving. Follow this Real Fix to see how a problem with the security system on this old Pontiac Bonneville was diagnosed and […]

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    SureTrack Real Fix: Don’t be a Jerk

    Nobody wants to deal with jerks, especially in your steering wheel when you’re driving down the road. Follow this Real Fix to see how a jerking steering wheel issue on this Nissan Pickup was diagnosed and repaired. Vehicle 1991 Nissan Pickup SE 3.0L Title Steering Wheel Jerks When Turning, Replaced Steering Gear Complaint The customer […]

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    SureTrack Real Fix: What’s in the Trunk?

    What do you do if you have junk in the trunk but you can’t get your trunk to open with a button? Well you could just use the key, but that’s a lot of effort. Follow this Real Fix to see how an inoperable trunk release was diagnosed and repaired on this Chevrolet Malibu. Vehicle […]

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    SureTrack Real Fix: Shake Shifter

    Nobody likes annoying vibrations in their car and they can be hard to diagnose. Follow this Real Fix to see how a transmission vibration was diagnosed and repaired on this Cadillac DeVille. Vehicle 2002 Cadillac DeVille 4.6L Title Transmission Vibrates, Replaced Torque Converter Complaint The customer states the transmission vibrates. Cause Confirmed the customer’s complaint […]