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Hey everyone,I recently checked my brake fluid and noticed it’s looking quite dark—almost brownish. …In: Brake Fluid Looks Dirty – Should I Change It Even If Brakes Feel Fine?

3 months ago

A soft brake pedal after replacing brake pads is actually a pretty common issue, and it usually come …In: Why is my brake pedal soft after replacing brake pads?

3 months ago

Yes, definitely check the alternator. A faulty one won’t charge your battery properly, even if the b …In: My battery keeps dying even after replacement, what could be wrong?

3 months ago

Watch STFT/LTFT: If trimmed > +10%, you're running lean: investigate vacuum leaks, …In: How to Interpret Fuel Trim and O2 Sensor Readings from Live Data?

3 months ago

To interpret freeze‑frame data for a P0300 code, examine these key metrics captured at the time the …In: How to read freeze frame data for P0300 code and what to look for?

3 months ago

I recently purchased an OBD2 diagnostic tool but I accidentally changed some of the settings while e …In: How do I reset my OBD2 scanner to factory settings?

3 months ago

My check engine light came on with code P2196. From what I read, it says “Oxygen Sensor Signal Stuck …In: P2196 O2 Sensor Stuck Rich — What should I check first?

4 months ago

I tried connecting my OBD2 scanner today but it won’t link to the ECU. The scanner powers on, but ke …In: Why won’t my OBD2 scanner connect to my car?

4 months ago

You can technically drive with a P0135 code, but it’s not ideal. The faulty O2 sensor heater will ca …In: P0135 Oxygen Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction — Can I drive like this?

4 months ago

If your engine is misfiring at idle, the most common cause is often a faulty spark plug or coil. In …In: SOLVED: Engine Misfire at Idle – Found the Fix

4 months ago

If you’ve already replaced the gas cap and the P0455 code still shows, the next step is to check for …In: P0455 Code: EVAP Large Leak — Can’t Find The Leak Even After Replacing Gas Cap!

4 months ago

Most likely it’s either lifters (oil pressure issue) or injectors, but don’t rule out other valvetra …In: Why is my engine making ticking noise when idling?

4 months ago

Lately, I noticed that my car engine vibrates noticeably when it's idling, especially when wait …In: Why is my car engine shaking when idling?

4 months ago

???In: What’s the difference between short-term and long-term fuel trim live data?

4 months ago

I've seen this quite a few times while diagnosing vehicles. When LTFT (Long-Term Fuel Trim) sta …In: What’s the difference between short-term and long-term fuel trim live data?

4 months ago

Don’t forget to check the MAF sensor. Dirty MAFs can cause misfire codes and rough idle. I just clea …In: What Does Code P0300 Mean and How Do I Fix Random Misfires?

4 months ago

Hey fellow members, I drive a 2010 Nissan Altima. For the last few weeks, the car randomly won&#039 …In: Car Won’t Start Randomly – Could It Be the Crankshaft Position Sensor?

4 months ago

Hi DIYers,My 2011 Honda Accord's engine overheats when idling for a few minutes, especially in …In: Engine Overheating When Idling – What’s Causing It and How to Fix?

4 months ago

Had the exact same issue with my 2010 Toyota Camry. Turned out the OBD2 fuse was blown. Replaced it …In: OBD2 Scanner Not Connecting to Car – What Causes It and How to Fix?

4 months ago

You can usually drive short-term with a P0420, but it means your catalytic converter isn’t performin …In: P0420 Code on Toyota Corolla – Is It Safe to Drive and How Do I Fix It?

4 months ago