Now, let's see how you can use live data to diagnose and troubleshoot your car: Short/long term fuel trim Fuel trim is key to detecting whether your car is running lean (less fuel) or rich (more fuel) than ideal. It's about how your car's system manages fuel. You can check ...
How to Diagnose the Problem Determining what problem(s) your car has may seem like an impossible task, especially to the untrained eyes and ears of the average driver. It may be helpful to think of your car’s inner workings as similar to that of the human body. To diagnose car problem...
the clutch pedal is used to release and engage the clutch. And just like the brake system, you need to bleed the clutch system after replacing one of its main components or whenever you detect air inside. Fortunately, the clutch mechanism provides a way for...
Below are some of the most common culprits to a lack of acceleration. The reasons are many so if you’re not completely comfortable troubleshooting a car that won’t accelerate, we recommend you take your vehicle to a reliable mechanic and let him properly diagnose the issue. Read Also:Symp...
How to diagnose the problem Best practices for maintaining the oiler Every chainsaw on the market has either an automatic pump or a built-in oiler that keeps the chain lubricated. Without proper lubrication, chainsaws can create too much friction and prevent the chain from moving smoothly around...
Any time a vehicle enters limp mode, it should be treated as a serious problem and be immediately addressed. If you find yourself unable to fix the problem on the road, have your car towed to a garage or your house where issues can be safely and accurately identified and repaired....
In such cases, it’s essential to have your vehicle rechecked by a professional mechanic to diagnose and address the ongoing problem. Can I perform DIY repairs on my automatic transmission system? While car owners can do some basic maintenance tasks like checking transmission fluid levels, you ...
28. Reduced Engine Power Warning:the engine control unit (alternatively dubbed engine control module) has limited engine power to avoid engine damage. This light can be triggered by a fault with the electronic throttle actuator control system, fan clutch, or the fuel system, among others. ...
When a serial bus communication problem occurs, it will usually set a "U" diagnostic trouble code (DTC) and turn on the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL). Depending on the fault, the vehicle may or may not start, or it may only operate in a "limp-in" mode with limited capabilities. Lo...
So dig out your reading glasses, please, and see if you can diagnose the problems, as well as the strong points of this letter. As always, I apologize for the bizarre blurriness my blogging program lends to page shots (as opposed to photographs, which it passes ...