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It could be due to a few reasons — the ignition might not be ON, a blown fuse in the OBD2 port, or a …In: Why won’t my OBD2 scanner connect to my car?

2 weeks ago

Lately, I noticed my car’s transmission is slipping when I try to accelerate, especially from a stop …In: Why is my transmission slipping when accelerating?

2 weeks ago

In my case, the misfire at idle was caused by a dirty throttle body. After cleaning it, the issue wa …In: SOLVED: Engine Misfire at Idle – Found the Fix

2 weeks ago

For new car owners, the essential maintenance tips are: regularly check engine oil level, maintain c …In: What are the essential basic car maintenance tips for new car owners?

2 weeks ago

After replacing brake pads, a soft brake pedal is often caused by air trapped in the brake lines. Tr …In: Why is my brake pedal soft after replacing brake pads?

2 weeks ago

I personally wax my car every 3 months. It keeps the paint shiny and protected from UV rays and dirt …In: Why is my car battery dying so quickly after buying a new car?

2 weeks ago

A ticking noise at idle is often caused by low oil level, worn lifters, or exhaust manifold leaks. S …In: Why is my engine making ticking noise when idling?

2 weeks ago

Haha, great thread! A few months ago, my check engine light started flashing while driving on the h …In: What’s The Funniest Check Engine Light Story You’ve Ever Had? 😂

2 weeks ago

It could be an ongoing parasitic draw. Check interior lights, glove box light, trunk light, or even …In: My battery keeps dying even after replacement, what could be wrong?

2 weeks ago

Hi everyone,Yesterday my car suddenly wouldn’t start. The engine won’t crank but the battery is good …In: Car Won’t Start but Battery Is Good – What Could Be the Problem?

3 weeks ago

Make sure the car key is turned to the ON position. So many people forget that! Without it, most sca …In: OBD2 Scanner Not Connecting to Car – What Causes It and How to Fix?

3 weeks ago

Those numbers are actually decent. STFT should ideally stay within ±10%, and LTFT under ±10% is usua …In: How to Interpret Fuel Trim and O2 Sensor Readings from Live Data?

3 weeks ago

I cleared the code once and it didn’t come back. In my case, it was just temporary moisture. If it r …In: Check Engine Light Came On After Rain – Could It Be a Sensor Issue?

3 weeks ago

My check engine light came on and I scanned it with my OBD2 scanner. It showed Code P0300 – Random/M …In: What Does Code P0300 Mean and How Do I Fix Random Misfires?

3 weeks ago

Temporary fix: use cat cleaner fuel additives (like Cataclean). Sometimes they help, especially if y …In: P0420 Code on Toyota Corolla – Is It Safe to Drive and How Do I Fix It?

3 weeks ago