Traction Control System. This is a question that will most likely catch your attention when you talk about cars. That is because it is the only place where it will mostly feature due to its use and technological design. In order to clearly understand what is traction control system (TCS), it is important to try and… Continue Reading
Mode $06 is one of the nine diagnostic modes that is part of the OBD2 onboard diagnostics system on all 1996 and newer vehicles… which can be easily scanned with professional OBD2 scanner. As originally created, Mode $06 was not designed for use by technicians. It was supposed to be “hidden” data used by the… Continue Reading
Easy to overfill, difficult to drain CX-9 AWD transfer assembly. Issues like this CX-9 AWD transfer assembly reinforce the need for accurate updated information when servicing the modern vehicle. Correctly filling transmissions and driveline components is straightforward, but the fill level required is anything but. With such a vast array of transmissions, transfers and final… Continue Reading
The oxygen sensor is the crucial component and feedback mechanism in the engine management system. It measures the amount of oxygen in the engine’s exhaust gas. In combination with the catalytic converter, the oxygen sensor controls the exhaust treatment. It also works with the engine control unit (ECU) to ensure optimal air-fuel mixture composition to… Continue Reading
Tools recommended for Catalytic Converter diagnosis include an oscilloscope/graphing multimeter, infrared thermometer, scantool and gas analyser. Below are oscilloscope traces of pre and post cat oxygen sensors with a good and bad catalytic converter. This signal can also be viewed by graphing the sensor outputs in current data on the scantool. For the GOOD CATALYST… Continue Reading
BA Falcon accelerator pedal position (APP) failure … are you sure? COMPLAINT Vehicle starts, runs up to 1500rpm and shuts down. DIAGNOSIS Scan tool displayed the following codes: P0121 Throttle position sensor – circuit range /performance P2110 Throttle actuator control system (TAC) – forced limited rpm (in this instance complete shutdown) P2127 Throttle/Pedal position sensor… Continue Reading
For those who dream about being able to see a waveform, rather than a little window containing digits on a multimeter, this second part to the oscilloscope story will attempt to unravel the mystery of transforming a regular laptop, with its unlimited capabilities, into a powerful oscilloscope. It can be done, plus some extras, by… Continue Reading
When it comes to getting more power of your vehicle’s engine, one of the most common and economical ways to increase engine efficiency is to replace the factory air intake with a larger, aftermarket cold air intake. The factory air intake represents a balance between engine efficiency and keeping down the noise level of the… Continue Reading
Have you ever forgotten or locked your keys inside the car? Normally, your first reaction is to call your local locksmith to do all the work, though it will cost you a lot of money just to unlock your car. Why call a locksmith, if you know a way to recover your keys that are… Continue Reading
A comparison between compression gaskets and liquid gaskets. The function of any car gasket is to ensure the safety of expensive parts and to make sure various parts run smoothly. If breaks and leaks are detected in any of these car gaskets, they need to be replaced immediately to keep the engine running effectively. For… Continue Reading
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