Comments for Car Chip Pro http://carchippro.com Automotive Diagnostics News, Information and Product Reviews Tue, 30 Nov 1999 00:00:00 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 Comment on 2006 ford Taurus SE OBDII codes: P0171, P0174 where is the MAF located? by ididntdoit99 http://carchippro.com/2006-ford-taurus-se-obdii-codes-p0171-p0174-where-is-the-maf-located/#comment-178 ididntdoit99 Tue, 30 Nov 1999 00:00:00 +0000 http://carchippro.com/2006-ford-taurus-se-obdii-codes-p0171-p0174-where-is-the-maf-located/#comment-178 p0171 system lean bank 1 p0174 system lean bank 2 You must check the tube from the air filter to the intake. Take it apart, clean the mafs, you notice it within the tube it looks as if a tiny little wire, buy some mafs cleaner on the auto store. Spray it on there... from a distance, you dont like to break it. then put all of it back together be sure that there are not any leaks. After that get youself some soapy water.. numerous soap. behind the engine behind the intake you'll see vacuum line popping out, there's a little elbow that connect two lines at a 90 degree angle. it truly is manufactured from rubber. Over the years this may rot out and crack. with the engine running rubb some soapy water on it, you'll see if it's leaking as it will foam up. it usually is someplace else... but those stupid rubber elbow are typically the culprits. I'd say check those two things.... one in every of them is maybe your problem. p0171 system lean bank 1
p0174 system lean bank 2

You must check the tube from the air filter to the intake. Take it apart, clean the mafs, you notice it within the tube it looks as if a tiny little wire, buy some mafs cleaner on the auto store. Spray it on there… from a distance, you dont like to break it.
then put all of it back together be sure that there are not any leaks.

After that get youself some soapy water.. numerous soap. behind the engine behind the intake you'll see vacuum line popping out, there’s a little elbow that connect two lines at a 90 degree angle. it truly is manufactured from rubber. Over the years this may rot out and crack. with the engine running rubb some soapy water on it, you'll see if it's leaking as it will foam up.

it usually is someplace else… but those stupid rubber elbow are typically the culprits.

I'd say check those two things…. one in every of them is maybe your problem.

]]> Comment on 2006 ford Taurus SE OBDII codes: P0171, P0174 where is the MAF located? by gearbox http://carchippro.com/2006-ford-taurus-se-obdii-codes-p0171-p0174-where-is-the-maf-located/#comment-177 gearbox Tue, 30 Nov 1999 00:00:00 +0000 http://carchippro.com/2006-ford-taurus-se-obdii-codes-p0171-p0174-where-is-the-maf-located/#comment-177 Reading a book I see for common answers... Seek for a weak vaccum hose probably in PCV valve, or a line off as you'll normally hear them hiss... if not, it may take a professional in finding the leak as some leaks are hard to locate espcially since that intake makes noise on its own normally. And for your list: Add MAF sensor not correctly calulating load/Altitiude Reading a book I see for common answers…

Seek for a weak vaccum hose probably in PCV valve, or a line off as you’ll normally hear them hiss… if not, it may take a professional in finding the leak as some leaks are hard to locate espcially since that intake makes noise on its own normally.

And for your list:
Add MAF sensor not correctly calulating load/Altitiude

]]> Comment on 2006 ford Taurus SE OBDII codes: P0171, P0174 where is the MAF located? by Don E http://carchippro.com/2006-ford-taurus-se-obdii-codes-p0171-p0174-where-is-the-maf-located/#comment-176 Don E Tue, 30 Nov 1999 00:00:00 +0000 http://carchippro.com/2006-ford-taurus-se-obdii-codes-p0171-p0174-where-is-the-maf-located/#comment-176 The MAF is found next to the throttle body and might cause a lean condition or hard to begin.Here's happening because false or unmeasured air is entering the intake through cracked or loose hose connections.Replace or adequitly patch all areas that air is entering between the throttle body and the MAF sensor.Upon getting accomplished this,with the engine running tap the tip of the MAF sensor with the back of your fingers.If the engine dies the MAF sensor is flawed and would have to get replaced.Happy Birthday The MAF is found next to the throttle body and might cause a lean condition or hard to begin.Here’s happening because false or unmeasured air is entering the intake through cracked or loose hose connections.Replace or adequitly patch all areas that air is entering between the throttle body and the MAF sensor.Upon getting accomplished this,with the engine running tap the tip of the MAF sensor with the back of your fingers.If the engine dies the MAF sensor is flawed and would have to get replaced.Happy Birthday

]]> Comment on 2006 ford Taurus SE OBDII codes: P0171, P0174 where is the MAF located? by marvin A http://carchippro.com/2006-ford-taurus-se-obdii-codes-p0171-p0174-where-is-the-maf-located/#comment-175 marvin A Tue, 30 Nov 1999 00:00:00 +0000 http://carchippro.com/2006-ford-taurus-se-obdii-codes-p0171-p0174-where-is-the-maf-located/#comment-175 no probably not check the internet for the fitting explanations of the codes. no probably not
check the internet for the fitting explanations of the codes.

]]> Comment on Which car manufacturers use PCM in their OBDII? by Charlie http://carchippro.com/which-car-manufacturers-use-pcm-in-their-obdii/#comment-174 Charlie Tue, 30 Nov 1999 00:00:00 +0000 http://carchippro.com/which-car-manufacturers-use-pcm-in-their-obdii/#comment-174 i do know GM does. i do know GM does.

]]> Comment on What does OBDII code P0446 Evaporative emissions control vent circuit mean? by unclejimthebear http://carchippro.com/what-does-obdii-code-p0446-evaporative-emissions-control-vent-circuit-mean/#comment-173 unclejimthebear Tue, 30 Nov 1999 00:00:00 +0000 http://carchippro.com/what-does-obdii-code-p0446-evaporative-emissions-control-vent-circuit-mean/#comment-173 Evaporitave emissions control vent circuit refers back to the "canister" system, which takes vapors from the fuel evaporating within the fuel tank and cycles them during the intake in order that they are burned, and never vented to the exterior air. In it's simplest form, the system contains the canister, it's filter and a chain of hoses, one from the tank to the canister and one from the canister to the intake manifold where the vapors are vented to, and another from the canister to a vacuum source, either directly or indirectly, corresponding to a through a thermal vacuum switch or a ported vacuum switch. The hose from the vacuum source goes to a small valve at the top of the canister, this opens the system when the engine is running to tug vapors from the fuel tank, and closes it when the engine is shut off to maintain the vapors within the fuel tank. Of the 2 codes you've got, one indicates a faulty valve at the canister assembly, and one indicates a vacuum problem related to the valve at the canister assembly. that's the system in it's simplest terms, however, because you did not identify the make and model of car, it's hard to make your mind up your exact problem, most manufacturers have their very own systems, and your system won't seem like I even have described. The codes are universal, OBDII was installed to standardize engine diagnostics, since Ford had several differing kinds, GM had a couple of, Dodge had theirs in addition to Toyota and Honda. OBDII was mandated in 1984, and required by 1986 in all vehicles, so the list of codes would be the same for Ford, Chevy and anyone else. Evaporitave emissions control vent circuit refers back to the "canister" system, which takes vapors from the fuel evaporating within the fuel tank and cycles them during the intake in order that they are burned, and never vented to the exterior air. In it's simplest form, the system contains the canister, it's filter and a chain of hoses, one from the tank to the canister and one from the canister to the intake manifold where the vapors are vented to, and another from the canister to a vacuum source, either directly or indirectly, corresponding to a through a thermal vacuum switch or a ported vacuum switch. The hose from the vacuum source goes to a small valve at the top of the canister, this opens the system when the engine is running to tug vapors from the fuel tank, and closes it when the engine is shut off to maintain the vapors within the fuel tank. Of the 2 codes you’ve got, one indicates a faulty valve at the canister assembly, and one indicates a vacuum problem related to the valve at the canister assembly. that’s the system in it's simplest terms, however, because you did not identify the make and model of car, it’s hard to make your mind up your exact problem, most manufacturers have their very own systems, and your system won’t seem like I even have described. The codes are universal, OBDII was installed to standardize engine diagnostics, since Ford had several differing kinds, GM had a couple of, Dodge had theirs in addition to Toyota and Honda. OBDII was mandated in 1984, and required by 1986 in all vehicles, so the list of codes would be the same for Ford, Chevy and anyone else.

]]> Comment on What does OBDII code P0446 Evaporative emissions control vent circuit mean? by bigbuffbubba http://carchippro.com/what-does-obdii-code-p0446-evaporative-emissions-control-vent-circuit-mean/#comment-172 bigbuffbubba Tue, 30 Nov 1999 00:00:00 +0000 http://carchippro.com/what-does-obdii-code-p0446-evaporative-emissions-control-vent-circuit-mean/#comment-172 alright the undeniable fact that you have got two codes spitting out the identical dialog makes me think possibly a vacuum leak somewhere, so i'd start by checking all of your hoses for cracks or leaks. how does the vehicle run? any chugging or lagging in any respect? in that case maybe check your catylitic converter, just get under the vehicle and use a closed fist and bang at the bottom of it several times and if it rattles or sounds hollow, that may be the matter also. lemme know if ya have any success. alright the undeniable fact that you have got two codes spitting out the identical dialog makes me think possibly a vacuum leak somewhere, so i'd start by checking all of your hoses for cracks or leaks. how does the vehicle run? any chugging or lagging in any respect? in that case maybe check your catylitic converter, just get under the vehicle and use a closed fist and bang at the bottom of it several times and if it rattles or sounds hollow, that may be the matter also. lemme know if ya have any success.

]]> Comment on I have a 1998 FORD WINDSTAR that failed inspection in NYS W/ OBDII CODE P1538? by fx4truck http://carchippro.com/i-have-a-1998-ford-windstar-that-failed-inspection-in-nys-w-obdii-code-p1538/#comment-171 fx4truck Tue, 30 Nov 1999 00:00:00 +0000 http://carchippro.com/i-have-a-1998-ford-windstar-that-failed-inspection-in-nys-w-obdii-code-p1538/#comment-171 Most typical cause is a broken plastic retainer from control rod to lever for IMRC. They get brittle after time because they're right on top of engine and get very warm. There are two of them and price is ready ten dollars each at dealer very difficult to switch though IMRC should be unbolted from intake manifold to access them. Most typical cause is a broken plastic retainer from control rod to lever for IMRC. They get brittle after time because they’re right on top of engine and get very warm. There are two of them and price is ready ten dollars each at dealer very difficult to switch though IMRC should be unbolted from intake manifold to access them.

]]> Comment on I have a 1998 FORD WINDSTAR that failed inspection in NYS W/ OBDII CODE P1538? by jac1067 http://carchippro.com/i-have-a-1998-ford-windstar-that-failed-inspection-in-nys-w-obdii-code-p1538/#comment-170 jac1067 Tue, 30 Nov 1999 00:00:00 +0000 http://carchippro.com/i-have-a-1998-ford-windstar-that-failed-inspection-in-nys-w-obdii-code-p1538/#comment-170 There are dual flaps at the intake manifold that close when started and open under heavy throttle at about 3500rpm. It is called split induction. They sat closed at low rpm/normal driving to extend intake velocity for better low end torque and higher throttle response. They open under heavy acceleration to permit more airflow for more power. It can be something so simple as vacuum line came off of 1 of them or it'll have a nasty diaphram in an actuator. i haven't needed to replace any on my 96 Windstar, so i will't really provide you with a price on it. Usually if there's any code in any respect within the computer, they'll fail it. Some codes cause the pc to enter limp mode and it'll ignore many sensors/ There are dual flaps at the intake manifold that close when started and open under heavy throttle at about 3500rpm. It is called split induction. They sat closed at low rpm/normal driving to extend intake velocity for better low end torque and higher throttle response. They open under heavy acceleration to permit more airflow for more power.
It can be something so simple as vacuum line came off of 1 of them or it’ll have a nasty diaphram in an actuator.
i haven’t needed to replace any on my 96 Windstar, so i will't really provide you with a price on it.
Usually if there’s any code in any respect within the computer, they’ll fail it. Some codes cause the pc to enter limp mode and it’ll ignore many sensors/

]]> Comment on Where is the OBDII port on a 1990 Hyundai Excel GLS Sedan? by Hyundai Guru http://carchippro.com/where-is-the-obdii-port-on-a-1990-hyundai-excel-gls-sedan/#comment-169 Hyundai Guru Tue, 30 Nov 1999 00:00:00 +0000 http://carchippro.com/where-is-the-obdii-port-on-a-1990-hyundai-excel-gls-sedan/#comment-169 For 1990 models there is not any OBDII port. If you want to do a pc diagnostic and pull some fault codes you will need to visit dealer. They've definitely the right tools. Anyway, the communication port is found contained in the fuse box at the "A" pillar (just beside the foot rest area). For 1990 models there is not any OBDII port. If you want to do a pc diagnostic and pull some fault codes you will need to visit dealer. They’ve definitely the right tools. Anyway, the communication port is found contained in the fuse box at the "A" pillar (just beside the foot rest area).

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