Sensor Problems Analysis Cases
Comprehensive analysis of automotive sensor failures including oxygen sensors, temperature sensors, and more.
1995 Dodge Truck Engine Dies Under Load
1995 Dodge Truck
The vehicle starts and revs normally, but the engine dies when put into gear and torque is applied while driving. The owner has replaced several compo...
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2005 Kia Sedona Cranking But Not Firing Issue
2005 Kia Sedona
The owner reports that the 2005 Kia Sedona is cranking but not firing. Fuel is confirmed to be reaching the fuel lines at the correct pressure, and th...
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2000 Chevy Malibu EGR Valve Position Sensor Issue
2000 Chevrolet Malibu
The owner has a 2000 Chevy Malibu experiencing an EGR valve circuit malfunction, indicated by the persistent P0405 code. After replacing the EGR valve...
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1992 Chevrolet Corsica Rough Idling and Speedometer Issues
1992 Chevrolet Corsica
The owner reports a rough idle that feels like the engine might stall when stopped at lights or stop signs. The issue has not yet led to the engine dy...
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1999 VW Jetta Stalling on Acceleration
1999 Volkswagen Jetta
The owner of a 1999 Volkswagen Jetta reports stalling during acceleration, particularly noticeable between 1,000 and 2,000 RPM. This issue has progres...
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1987 Toyota Corolla FX Cold Start Low Idle Issue
1987 Toyota Corolla FX
The owner reports that their 1987 Toyota Corolla FX experiences low idle during cold starts, dropping below 500 RPM before gradually increasing to 900...
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Trouble Code 14 Diagnosis for 1996 Dodge Intrepid
1996 Dodge Intrepid
The owner of a 1996 Dodge Intrepid with a 3.5L V6 engine reports that they retrieved trouble code 14 using the key method. They are concerned this iss...
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Electrical Harness Repair for 1995 Pontiac Firebird
1995 Pontiac Firebird
The owner of a 1995 Pontiac Firebird with a 3.4L engine reported that the vehicle was parked due to a flat tire, and mice chewed through the wires in ...
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2003 Pontiac Aztek Auto Level Ride Control Issue
2003 Pontiac Aztek
The vehicle owner reports a problem with the auto level ride control system on their 2003 Pontiac Aztek. They mention that the suspension does not adj...
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O2 Sensor Issue on 2000 Chevy S-10 with 4.3L Engine
2000 Chevrolet S-10
The owner of a 2000 Chevrolet S-10 with a 4.3L engine reports that the check engine light is illuminated. A code reader indicated a fault with the O2 ...
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Failed Smog Inspection: EGR and O2 Sensors Not Ready
1997 Ford Taurus
The owner has a 1997 Ford Taurus with a 3.0L engine and 151,000 miles. After a recent smog inspection, the vehicle passed all tests except the functio...
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2009 Toyota Yaris Intake Air Temperature Sensor Analysis
2009 Toyota Yaris
The owner of a 2009 Toyota Yaris is experiencing issues related to the intake air temperature sensor. They discovered that the vehicle does not have a...
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2002 Saturn SL1 Check Engine Light Diagnostics
2002 Saturn SL1
The owner of a 2002 Saturn SL1 reports that after changing the spark plugs and wires, the check engine light stayed off for three weeks. However, afte...
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Crankshaft Position Sensor Location for 2008 Kia Optima
2008 Kia Optima
The owner is seeking the exact location for the crankshaft position sensor on a 2008 Kia Optima engine installed in a 2006 body. They have a DTC relat...
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2005 Ford Explorer Fuel Vent Solenoid Diagnostic
2005 Ford Explorer
The owner recently replaced the fuel vent solenoid on their 2005 Ford Explorer due to a gas cap code. After the replacement, the vehicle has been expe...
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1985 Toyota MR2 Fuel Delivery Issues
1985 Toyota MR2
The owner of a 1985 Toyota MR2 reports that after replacing the EFI relay switch, fuel pump, and filters, the vehicle now idles fine but loses power w...
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1997 Dodge Ram Idle Issues with Sensors and Vacuum
1997 Dodge Ram
The owner reports that their 1997 Dodge Ram will not hold an idle and runs sluggishly with knocking and pinging while driving. The engine dies when co...
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P0102 Mass Air Flow Sensor Low Input Issue
2002 Saturn LW300
The owner of a 2002 Saturn LW300 with 90,000 miles reports a P0102 code indicating low input from the mass air flow (MAF) sensor. After cleaning the s...
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