Tech Tip: VW’s Check Engine Light is On with Fault Code P0411
When diagnosing various VW and Audi vehicles, the Check Engine Light (MIL) is on and fault code P0411 (16795) is stored in the fault memory.
Tech Feature: Courage Under Misfire
Generally, when a customer brings a vehicle into a shop that has a misfire concern, they will describe it as bucking, jerking or loss of power. They also may describe it, depending on the cause, as a jerking when they take off from a start, but smoothes out once the vehicle gets moving. They may tell you the check engine light has been flashing.
New Emissions Technology: Fuel Economy, Global Warming & Alternative Fuels
We can expect to see more innovations designed to improve fuel economy and/or eliminate our dependence on oil altogether, says Technical
Tech Feature: Diagnosing Ford Exhaust Gas Recirculation System Problems
To diagnose and repair Ford exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) systems properly, it is important to understand how they work and what is unique to the product line.
Tech Feature: Predicting Failures Through Mode $06
The PCM has several diagnostic modes. Depending on your scan tool and your use of it, you may get to see some or all of these modes. Also, depending on your scan tool, you may be accessing the various modes in the PCM without referring to them as “modes.”
Porsche Engine Diagnostics: Misfire Codes, Fuel Trim Faults, Secondary Air Injection
Porsche has been building engines for decades that will literally fit in a suitcase, but are still able to put out horsepower that rivals many larger engines. Find out how to keep the Porsche Boxster engine running smoothly.
Tech Tip: Faulty Catalytic Converter Can Lead to Lack of Power, Hesitation or Surge
Owners of 2000-’03 Buick Park Avenue 3.8L vehicles may complain of a lack of power, hesitation, surge and/or possible DTC P0420. This can be the result of the catalytic converter degrading and it will need to be replaced. DTC P0420 means the rear oxygen (O2) sensor has too much activity. This means it must be working and therefore the catalytic converter is bad and needs to be replaced. Be sure to perform ….
AMSOIL Unveils 148 New Intakes at SEMA
AMSOIL INC. and Injen Technology have introduced 148 new Injen/AMSOIL Intake Systems for gasoline powered autos and light trucks. The new intakes represent three kinds of intake systems: The SP Series features a ….
Tech Tip: Park Avenue Lacks Power
Owners of 2000-2003 Buick Park Avenues may complain of a lack of power, hesitation, surge and/or possible DTC P0420. These symptoms may occur because the catalytic converter has degraded and will need to be replaced. DTC P0420 means the rear oxygen (O2) sensor has too much activity. This means it must be working and therefore the catalytic converter is bad and needs to be replaced ….
Tech Tip: Future Refrigerant Options Help Environment, Pose Unique Problems
There has been a lot of discussion lately about the future of automotive refrigerants and their impact on the environment. Ozone depletion is no longer the main concern; now it’s global warming. Last year was the warmest year on record. Average temperatures all across the globe are on the rise, as are ocean temperatures. Arctic and Antarctic areas that are normally covered with ice during winter months are becoming ice-free. The frequency and intensity of ….