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02-29-2016, 06:40 AM
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Okay, I'm at 242k Miles with my 2004 I35 that...

Okay, I'm at 242k Miles with my 2004 I35 that I've owned since new. Concerned about timing chain and guide wear out. Should last lifetime of the engine? Okay, that's useful...
I'm the only...
10-29-2012, 02:36 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 105,945
Posted By DougAtoms

I've got P1800 too. Bench tested the solenoid...

I've got P1800 too. Bench tested the solenoid with 12vdc and click, click just as expected. Also verified that air flow was properly deverted. Vacuum lines and actuator react as expected. ECM...
06-02-2003, 06:17 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 437
Posted By DougAtoms

Sorry in advance, but if you don't even know...

Sorry in advance, but if you don't even know where the ps belt/pump is, you should not be attempting to adjust it. I would recommend you take a class in basic car mechanics so that you can at least...
06-02-2003, 06:05 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 862
Posted By DougAtoms

The knock sensor is bad and has been for some...

The knock sensor is bad and has been for some time. It won't cause a CEL to light just poor performance, many folks don't even notice the drop in performance. The Evap problem is most likely the...
06-02-2003, 05:46 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 535
Posted By DougAtoms

Make sure you are looking at the correct end. ...

Make sure you are looking at the correct end. You should be looking near the accelerator ped. Remove the service cover and follow the procedures for placing the ECU into diagnostic mode.
06-01-2003, 03:29 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 535
Posted By DougAtoms

Do it yourself. Its extremely simple, just read...

Do it yourself. Its extremely simple, just read the FAQ's and get a small screw driver. Read the flashing codes directly from the ECU and then look up the code. All the info is available though...
06-01-2003, 03:23 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 731
Posted By DougAtoms

A factory manual is for serious mechanics and for...

A factory manual is for serious mechanics and for those who want to get the job done in the most cost effective way. It blows away Chiltons and Haynes. If you want to service your car like a...
05-30-2003, 05:11 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 731
Posted By DougAtoms

a bit slugish on the low end and sometimes weak...

a bit slugish on the low end and sometimes weak starts, ie doesn't start up right away on cold starts, needs a bit of throttle. Many people don't notice the performance drop but usually always...
05-11-2003, 09:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 441
Posted By DougAtoms

If you open the wire at pin 18, you should be OK....

If you open the wire at pin 18, you should be OK. This is ground wire for the MIL. In other words, the ECU will switch (connect) pin 18 to ground in order to light the MIL. Putting a manual switch...
05-11-2003, 09:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,291
Posted By DougAtoms

You should be able to replace this yourself. ...

You should be able to replace this yourself. It's located between the battery and the intake manifold looking down near the block. The sensor points practically straight up (connector up). ...
05-11-2003, 08:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 441
Posted By DougAtoms

Pin 18 on the ECM is the return from the MIL...

Pin 18 on the ECM is the return from the MIL lamp. The terminal is pulled to ground to turn on the MIL. The MIL gets its power from the same source that is used for the vehicle speed sensor so...
05-11-2003, 08:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,462
Posted By DougAtoms

The knock sensor malfunction by itself will not...

The knock sensor malfunction by itself will not cause a MIL to light (straight from the factory manual and personal experience), it will just store the code (0325) and retard the ignition a bit. The...
05-09-2003, 04:22 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,479
Posted By DougAtoms

Dump the Haynes manual, its not what you need to...

Dump the Haynes manual, its not what you need to properly diagnose and repair your car. Spend the money for the factory manual. It will pay for itself in the first repair you perform yourself. The...
05-07-2003, 07:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 490
Posted By DougAtoms

Replace the vent valve, for sure. It gets stuck...

Replace the vent valve, for sure. It gets stuck due to corrosion. Just paid $35 for my valve from an Infinity Dealer (Kelly's in Danvers Massachusettes)
05-07-2003, 06:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,479
Posted By DougAtoms

This code is typically caused by a loose fuel cap...

This code is typically caused by a loose fuel cap or failed one. Try replacing it. If something else was wrong, I would have expected another code say (0446). 0440 with 0446 is a failed evap vent...
05-07-2003, 05:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 481
Posted By DougAtoms

Sensor correction

The sensor by the passenger defrost vent is not a temperature sensor but rather a sensor to measure the amount of solar gain (Heat load caused by the sun). This sensor allows the climate control to...
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