Vehicle: 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan, V6-3.6L, Automatic Transmission

Mileage: 102,009

Problem: This vehicle was brought to the shop for a rough running engine and the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) on.

Vehicle: 2005 Nissan Maxima, V6-3.5L, Automatic Transmission

Mileage: 172,098

Problem: This vehicle had erratic gauge and warning light operation and the HVAC controls only worked intermittently. The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) was on as well as the ABS, TCS and Security lights. Additionally, the fuel level gauge was inoperative.

Vehicle: 2004 Ford Truck Escape 2WD V6-3.0L VIN 1

Mileage: 155,009

Problem: The vehicle was brought in because the engine intermittently hesitated and bogged on acceleration. The MIL (Malfunction Indicator Light) was on. The problem had occurred only three times before.

Vehicle: 2007 Volkswagen Eos (1F7) L4-2.0L Turbo (BPY)

Mileage: 102,605

Problem: This VW came to the shop with the MIL (Malfunction Indicator Light) on and the customer’s concerns were that the vehicle had no power and no throttle response. The vehicle would go into limp-in mode anytime there was a load on the engine.

Vehicle: 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan V6-3.6L

Mileage: 68,882

Problem: Vehicle was brought in because the MIL (Malfunction Indicator Light) was on and the engine had a slight misfire.

Vehicle: 2008 Dodge Charger V6-3.5L

Mileage: 132,334

Problem:The vehicle came into the shop because the A/C was not working. The compressor did not engage when the A/C was selected in the dash.

Vehicle: 2008 Mercedes Benz C 300 (204.054) V6-3.0L (272.947)

Mileage: 106,233

Problem: This vehicle was brought to the shop with the Malfunction Indication Lamp on. The technician found DTC 0814, a manufacturer’s code for “Left bank secondary air injection pump malfunction.” The standard SAE code for this same issue is P0410.

Vehicle: 2007 BMW 328i Sedan (E90) L6-3.0L (N52K)

Mileage: 120,003

Problem: The customer’s concern was that the radio worked one day and not the next. All of the radio lights were on but no sound was coming from the speakers. There were no DTCs.

Vehicle: 2009 Acura MDX, V6 3.7L, Automatic Transmission

Mileage: 102,553

Problem: The customer noted that all of the exterior lights were inoperative, the windshield wipers would begin at any time without being activated by the switch and the instrument cluster would intermittently stop working.

Vehicle: 2011 Volkswagen Jetta Sedan, L5-2.5L (CBTA), Automatic Transmission

Mileage: 72,338

Problem: Vehicle was towed in to the shop for a no-start condition ever since the vehicle was jump-started from another vehicle. According to the vehicle owner, the battery was not jumped backwards. There was no flash and no arching marks visible on the battery terminals.

Vehicle: 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 4WD, V6 3.6L, Automatic Transmission

Mileage: 26,990

Problem: With a scan tool, the technician checked activation status in the power lift gate module to see if module was receiving a signal when a switch was pressed (handle switch, interior switch or remote key fob). Yes, it was receiving a signal to open from all inputs. He then checked in the body control module (BCM) trunk release data and noticed that it was switching from “pressed” to “not pressed” on its own – without pressing a button (see BCM PID screen). Next, he unplugged all the switches and the trunk release data revealed that it was still switching in the BCM.

Vehicle: 2001 Nissan Sentra GXE, L4-1.8L, (QG18DE), Automatic Transmission

Mileage: 189,002

Problem:Vehicle came into the shop with a crank, no-start problem. The malfunction indicator lamp was not illuminated.

Vehicle: 2007 Dodge Sprinter 2500, V6-3.0L Diesel, Automatic Transmission

Mileage: 155,332

Problem: Vehicle came in with the MIL “On” and no perceivable drivability issues.

Vehicle: 2006 Dodge Ram 2500, 4WD, L6-5.9L, VIN C, Automatic Transmission

Mileage: 165,336

Problem: The customer brought the truck in because of a long delay when engaging transmission into first gear after sitting overnight.

Vehicle: 2004 Hyundai Sonata, V6-2.7L, Automatic Transmission

Mileage: 155,080

Problem: The customer brought the car in because the front brakes were smoking. The technician put the car on the rack and confirmed that the front brakes were locked-up and the front brake system was badly damaged.

Vehicle: 2011 Acura MDX, V6-3.7L, Automatic Transmission

Mileage: 61,209

Problem: The customer brought the vehicle in because the power window, sunroof and mirrors were not working. All three stopped working at the same time.

Vehicle: 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt, L4-2.2L, VIN F, Automatic Transmission

Mileage: 112,006

Problem: The customer stated that his vehicle’s tail lamps were not working. Also, when rear defroster was turned to the “On” position, the reverse lamps illuminate and the dome light intermittently came on.

Vehicle: 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix, V6-3.8L, VIN K, Automatic Transmission/Transaxle

Mileage: 138,446

Problem: This vehicle came into the shop with DTC P0404, which set right away after clearing. The customer noticed the engine stumbled on mild acceleration.

Vehicle: 2006 Dodge Ram 1500, 4WD, V8-5.7L, VIN 2, Automatic Transmission/Transaxle

Mileage: 94,587

Problem: Vehicle had DTC faults: P0335 for crankshaft position sensor, P0642 for sensor reference voltage 1 circuit low and P2122 for APP sensor circuit. The engine also lacked power.

Vehicle: 2002 GMC Envoy, 4WD, L6-4.2L, VIN S, Automatic Transmission/Transaxle

Mileage: 136,004

Problem: The vehicle stalled only when activating the left turn signal. The customer also noticed that the left headlight was dim. The customer replaced the headlight but there was no change. The stalling problem began to get progressively worse until it happened constantly.

Vehicle: 2004 GMC Truck Yukon Denali, 4WD, V8-5.3L, VIN T

Mileage: 139,667

Problem: The customer stated that the truck has to be jump started after sitting for a few days. Also, the dash lights remained on with the key off.

Vehicle: 2008 Ford F-350 Super Duty, 2WD, V10-6.8L, Automatic Transmission

Mileage: 122,690

Problem: The truck hesitates and bogs on acceleration. Malfunction Indicator Light is on.

Vehicle: 2011 Ford F-150, 4WD, V6-3.5L Turbo, Automatic Transmission

Mileage: 185,009

Problem: The customer brought the truck in with the ABS lamp on.

Vehicle: 2011 Ford F 150, 4WD, V6-3.5L Turbo, Automatic Transmission

Mileage: 188,993

Problem: The MIL was ON with DTCs set in ABS module: C109E – Vacuum sensor circuit fault and B1596 – Service continuous codes.

Vehicle: 1997 Buick LeSabre, V6-3.8L, VIN K, Automatic Transmission

Mileage: 149,996

Problem: The customer complained that the car had no power and poor acceleration primarily in the mornings when it was cold.

Vehicle: 2003 Toyota Corolla CE Sedan, L4-1.8L (1ZZ-FE), Automatic Transmission

Mileage: 118,330

Problem: The vehicle was towed in for a no-start condition. The customer says the engine just stopped and would not start again.

Vehicle: 2004 Dodge RAM 1500, 4WD, V8-5.7L, VIN D, Automatic Transmission

Mileage: 173,444

Problem: The vehicle was towed in and the customer said it will not start.

Vehicle: 2006 Dodge Magnum SRT-8, V8-6.1L, VIN 3, Automatic Transmission

Mileage: 98,102

Problem: The customer was concerned that the engine oil warning light comes on intermittently.

Vehicle: 2006 Chevy Express 3500, V8-6.0L, VIN U, Automatic Transmission

Mileage: 135,667

Problem: The customer said the heater and air conditioning blower does not work.

Vehicle: 2007 Hummer H3, L5-3.7L, Automatic Transmission

Mileage: 101, 998

Problem: The HVAC blower motor was not working.

Vehicle: 2007 Hyundai Elantra, L4-2.0L, Automatic Transmission

Mileage: 122,060

Problem: This vehicle came into the shop with the MIL illuminated. The tech retrieved three DTCs: P0171 – System too lean; P0170 – Fuel trim; and P2195 – HO2S Signal stuck lean B1S1. The Long Term Fuel Trim (LTFT) was reading +49% and the Rear O2 sensor was reading rich at all times.

Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet Impala V6-3.8L, VIN K, Automatic Transmission/Transaxle

Mileage: 125,360

Problem: The Customer stated that it was running fine and just would not start one morning. The tech checked for spark and injector pulse — found none. There was no B+ power to the 15A fuel injection fuse, transmission solenoid fuse and A/C relay fuse from the Ignition relay. The tech substituted a good known relay – no luck.

Vehicle: 2006 Mercury Truck Mariner 4WD L4-2.3L VIN H Hybrid Automatic Transmission/Transaxle

Mileage: 92,004

Problem: The shop had replaced the HCU and attempted to bleed the brakes with Ford IDS scan tool and pressure bleeder. On numerous attempts, they kept getting scan tool error “06” when bleeding last wheel (Left Front Wheel).

Vehicle: 2009 Chevy Truck Silverado 1500, 2WD, V8-4.8L, Automatic Transmission

Mileage: 84,120

Problem: The vehicle came in because the left turn signals were flashing faster than the right. All the bulbs seemed to be working.

Vehicle: 2006 Cadillac CTS V6-3.6L VIN 7, Automatic Transmission

Mileage: 72,002

Problem: The customer stated that, no matter how low or full the tank was or how much fuel they added, the engine would crank but not start. If they let the car sit for a few minutes, the engine would start normally and run fine. The malfunction indicator light was not illuminated.

Vehicle: 1999 Chrysler LHS, 3.5L, VIN G, Automatic Transmission/Transaxle

Mileage: 198,560

Problem: No communication with all control modules.

Vehicle: 2008 Mini Cooper S Clubman, L4-1.6L Turbo, Automatic Transmission/Transaxle

Mileage: 72,003

Problem: The horn was not working.

Vehicle: 2007 Saab 9-5 (9600) L4-2.3L Turbo Automatic Transmission/Transaxle

Mileage: 122,400

Problem: The low-beam headlights worked fine but the high-beams did not work. The fuses were good. It appears the light switch was working because, when using the fog lights, they go out when turning on the high-beams.

This Tech Tip is based on a Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) issued by Hyundai^® and covers 2010 model-year Hyundai Tucson^® (LM) vehicles produced from December 15, 2009. TSBs describe known conditions or manufacturer-recommended changes in procedures and processes.

Vehicle: 2003 Chevy K 2500, 4WD 6.6L Turbo Diesel, VIN 1, Automatic Transmission/Transaxle

Mileage: 136,445

Problem: The tech noticed that the fluid pressure switch “E” PID was reading “OFF” in all gear selections. It should read “ON” in Reverse, Neutral, 4th and 5th. It should read “OFF” in gears 1, 2, and 3. Shift solenoid “E” was being commanded “ON” and “OFF” properly at the ORN/WHT wire of the transmission connector (C175), which confirmed that either the pressure switch was bad or there was no pressure reaching the pressure switch through the valve body.