TECH TIPS (courtesy of ALLDATA) Vehicle: 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix, 3.8L V-6, Automatic Transmission Mileage: 148,992 Problem: The customer reported that the ABS light was on. The brakes seemed to operate normally. Details: Using his scan tool, the tech pulled DTC…
TECH TIPS (courtesy of ALLDATA) Vehicle: 2003 Toyota Camry Sedan, V6-3.0L (1MZ-FE), Automatic Transaxle Mileage: 199,996 Problem: The customer brought this vehicle to the shop because the climate-controlled air conditioning (A/C) wasn’t working. Details: The shop determined that the A/C compressor…
TECH TIPS (courtesy of ALLDATA) Vehicle: 2007 Ford Expedition, 4WD, V8-5.4L, Automatic Transmission Mileage: 188,998 Problem: The vehicle was brought to the shop because the power windows were inoperative. They were all down about 2” and would not go up or…
TECH TIPS (courtesy of ALLDATA) Vehicle: 2011 Ford E 350, V8-5.4L, Automatic Transmission Mileage: 86,002 Problem: This vehicle was towed into the shop because the engine would crank over but not start. There were no diagnostic trouble codes. Details: On the…
TECH TIPS (courtesy of ALLDATA) Vehicle: 2007 Hyundai Elantra, L4-2.0L, Automatic Transmission Mileage: 122,060 Problem: This vehicle came into the shop with the MIL illuminated. The tech retrieved three DTCs: P0171 – System too lean; P0170 – Fuel trim; and P2195…
Every month, Identifix finds their favorite fixes submitted by their users and shares them in the “Fix of The Month.” Our Favorite Fixes This Month: Dash lights on in a Kia and a Lexus, an insect issue in a Mazda, lots…
TECH TIPS (courtesy of ALLDATA) Vehicle: 1994 Ford Ranger, 4WD, V6-245 4.0L, Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Mileage: 206,002 Problem: The cruise control will not hold a steady speed and the throttle pedal is visibly moving up and down. The truck runs smooth when not in…
TECH TIPS (courtesy of ALLDATA) Vehicle: 2011 Acura MDX, V6-3.7L, Automatic Transmission Mileage: 61,209 Problem: The customer brought the vehicle in because the power window, sunroof and mirrors were not working. All three stopped working at the same time. Details: The…
TECH TIPS (courtesy of ALLDATA) Vehicle: 2004 Mercedes Benz S 430 (220.170), V8-4.3L (113.941), Automatic Transmission Mileage: 199,776 Problem: The vehicle was towed in because the key would not turn on the Electronic Ignition Switch (EIS). Details: The technician attempted to communicate with the EIS, it was…
TECH TIPS (courtesy of ALLDATA) Vehicle: 2005 GMC Sierra 2500, 4WD, V8-6.6L DSL, Turbo VIN 2, Automatic Transmission Mileage: 205,998 Problem: The truck was towed to the shop because, while holding the key in the Start position, the starter would begin…
