Johnson Engine Service: A Family Tradition Built on Grit, Grease, and Gears
Wrecked Infiniti Q50 Fails to Communicate – No Start
Vehicle: 2017 Infiniti Q50, AWD, L4-2.0L Turbo, Automatic Transmission/Transaxle
Mileage: 126,900 miles
Problem: This vehicle was towed to the shop. The customer said that his car had been stolen and when he got it back, the right front fender and right front door were damaged, the right curtain airbag was deployed, and the engine wouldn’t start. The customer also said the car was running fine before they stole it, and that the thieves had made a key then drove the vehicle for three days before wrecking the car and abandoning it.
Toyota Sequoia Extended Cranking When Cold – DTCs P1604, P1605
Vehicle: 2012 Toyota Sequoia, 4WD, V8-5.7L (3UR-FBE), Flex Fuel, Automatic Transmission/Transaxle
Mileage: 189,488 miles
Problem: This Sequoia was brought in because of an exceptionally long cranking time only on cold starts. Once started, the engine ran well with no misfires. The malfunction indicator light (MIL) was on.
Incorrect EISM Install Causes Dodge Ram Evaporative Issues
Vehicle: 2007 Dodge Ram 1500, 2WD, V8-4.7L, VIN N, Automatic Transmission/Transaxle
Mileage: 149,093 miles
Problem: A Dodge Ram owner brought his truck to the shop because the malfunction indicator light (MIL) was on. He had already taken it to another shop, which found evaporative system diagnostic trouble code P0441 -- Evaporative Emission Control System Incorrect Purge Flow. They replaced the Evaporative System Integrity Monitor (ESIM) with a factory part, but the MIL came back on almost immediately.
Chevy Traverse “Speed Limited to --- MPH” Message on Dash
Vehicle: 2017 Chevy Traverse, AWD, V6-3.6L, Automatic Transmission/Transaxle
Mileage: 133,086 miles
Problem: The shop replaced a transmission on a Chevy Traverse and then received a "Speed Limited to --- MPH" message on the dash when the transmission was put into gear. The technician also noticed that there was no throttle response when in gear.
Father’s Day Project Car Tips
They say children are a true blessing, and if you’ve been a parental figure long enough, you know those blessings can come with their fair share of stress. Ever tried arguing with a 15-year-old? Maybe had a 3-year-old try to “help” at the worst possible time? These little “retirement resets” can really spike your stress levels. But we love them, and we want them to get some hands-on experience in life, so what better place to learn how to work on cars than in the shop with you?
Wrong Gear Turns Transmission Replacement into Shifty Situation
When a 2008 Ford Taurus arrived at the transmission shop on a flatbed from the local Ford dealership, it was clear that the 263-horsepower 3.5-liter Duratec had done some damage down the driveline, specifically by the unplanned disassembly of the gearbox’s internals.
AutoBody News: Best Practices: Measuring Length, Pressure Settings on Self-Piercing Rivets
Always consult OEM procedures before installing self-piercing rivets (SPRs). Use appropriate PPE: safety glasses, mechanic gloves, respirator, nitrile gloves and goggles. Get necessary tools ready: rivets, adhesives, rivet gun, locking pliers, stainless steel brush, caliper or micrometer, IPA or acetone, clean up rags and marking pen.
On the Road Again…and Again: Willie Takes Over
TRENDING TSB
2011-2017 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse, and GMC Acadia customers have reported Willie's Roadhouse being displayed under the genre section on all SXM channels. The cause of the condition may be due to an internal radio concern.
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