You would think a malfunctioning park light would be an easy fix, but not if someone else got there first and installed the wrong part. SureTrack community member LCAR had a Lincoln MKZ where the left park light didn’t work. They posed the question to the community, and with their help were able to resolve […]
If you’re not that familiar with Anti-lock Brake Systems (ABS) you might wonder why steering angle is important to the function of it. It is used to account for the different wheel speed when turning to keep the system from activating inadvertently. Follow this Real Fix to see how a problem with the clockspring on […]
Sometimes your best diagnostic tool is your own hearing. Follow this Real Fix to see how a stethoscope was used to find the cause of a cooling problem on this Toyota Prius. Vehicle 2001 Toyota Prius 1.5L Title P3130, Replaced Engine Water Pump Complaint The customer states the check engine light is on. Cause Connected […]
Ok, well maybe not the fix OF the century but a fix for a Buick Century. Follow this Real Fix to see how a code 26 for the Quad Driver Circuit was diagnosed and repaired on this 1990 Century. Vehicle 1990 Buick Century Custom 3.3L Title Code 26, Replaced Powertrain Control Module Complaint The customer […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]