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Freeze Frame Diagnostics

Tomorrow's Technician

But, in some cases, the fastest way to get to the bottom of a check engine light might be to access the vehicle with generic protocols. Most engine control modules store only one freeze frame record per code. More than 20 years ago, automakers and the EPA developed the standard that we know today as OBDII.

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Software Focus: Efficient Diagnostics

Tomorrow's Technician

This truck is in with a check engine light and reduced power complaint. From the scan, we can see we have active DTCs for P0171 bank one too lean and P0308 for cylinder 8 misfire. We found this TSB that states code P0308 could be connected to a burned exhaust valve on the driver’s side bank.

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Software Focus: Efficient Diagnostics

Brake & Front End

This truck is in with a check engine light and reduced power complaint. From the scan, we can see we have active DTCs for P0171 bank one too lean and P0308 for cylinder 8 misfire. We found this TSB that states code P0308 could be connected to a burned exhaust valve on the driver’s side bank.

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PCV System DTC

Tomorrow's Technician

A customer may bring their vehicle to you with a complaint of an illuminated check engine light, reduced fuel economy, a strong smell of engine oil while the engine is running, etc. turbo engines in TSB #19-NA-114. Double check all harness connections, and confirm that the heater is receiving 12V power.

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Understanding Engine Control Module Trouble Codes

Wayne's Automotive Center

Nonetheless, if the ECM experiences a circumstance it can’t account for, it turns on the Check Engine light. The Check Engine light is known as the “service motor soon” light on certain vehicles.) Reno and Sparks drivers need to comprehend that doing so can cause significant harm.

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Throttle-By-Wire Diagnostics

Tomorrow's Technician

It was first used on a German V12 to synchronize the two banks of cylinders with two throttle bodies. Over the past 20 years, throttle-by-wire has become the standard technology on all gasoline engines. Other complaints might be that ABS or stability control lights are illuminated. Throttle by wire was once a mystery.

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What Will an Oil Control Valve Replacement Cost (+Is It Urgent?)

RepairSmith

Is your engine feeling sluggish or low on power ? It might be time to check and replace your overworked oil control valve before it stages a full-blown attack on your engine. The oil control valve, often known as the ‘ variable valve timing solenoid ’ or the ‘oil control solenoid’ is a critical engine component.

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