OBDII protocols make modern vehicles easier to find a malfunction by reading errors codes with an OBDII scan tool to see what problems the car or truck may have. The OBDII protocols have evolved over the years adding new definitions and code types to the standard. One such added code type is the Permanent OBDII… Read More »
The Toyota 3.3L V6 (3MZ-FE) is a widely used engine in many cars and SUVs from 2004-2010. It was a very popular engine during its production run and was installed in several different Toyota and Lexus vehicles. Vehicles That Have the 2004-2010 Toyota 3.3L V6 (3MZ-FE) Engine Option 2004–2010 Toyota Sienna: Used the 3.3L V6… Read More »
The Honda 3.5L V6 is a widely used engine in many Honda and Acura vehicles from 1996-2025. It was first introduced in 1996, and after several upgrades and variations, it is currently still being used inside the Honda Pilot. Vehicles That Have the 1996-2025 Honda 3.5L V6 Engine Option 1996–2025 Honda Pilot: Uses the 3.5L… Read More »
The Chrysler/Dodge 360 cubic inch (5.9L) V8 is a workhorse engine that powered countless vehicles from 1971 through 2003. It started as the LA-series small block from 1971 to 1993, then was upgraded to the Magnum version from 1993 to 2003. 1971–1993 Chrysler/Dodge Vehicles: LA-series 360 V8 1993–2003 Chrysler/Dodge Vehicles: Magnum 360 V8 Vehicles That… Read More »
Ford 3.5L V6 Engine Firing Order, Cylinder Location, Bank-1 and Bank-2 The Ford 3.5L V6 is a popular engine used in many Ford vehicles including trucks and SUVs. This engine can be mounted either sideways (transverse) or straight (longitudinal) depending on the vehicle, with the F-150 being a common example that uses the straight mounted… Read More »
The Ford 5.4L V8 is a widely used engine found in many Ford trucks and SUVs from the late 1990s through the 2010s. The Triton 5.4L was used across multiple vehicles including the F-Series trucks and Expeditions, with both 2-valve and 3-valve Triton versions. Vehicles That Have the Ford 5.4L V8 Engine Option 1997–2014 Ford… Read More »
If your car has a noise that gets louder when you speed up, it can be caused by several things including a bad tire, out of balance tire, bad brakes, wheel bearing and more. Sounds can be hard to locate in a vehicle when driving, but if possible, try to find the side of the… Read More »
The Chevy 3.0L is a widely used engine in many cars SUV and trucks from 2010-2026. It was introduced in 2010, and after several upgrades and variations, it is currently still in use. Whichever year the 2010-2026 Chevy 3.0L engine was built, they all have the same firing order, cylinder locations, and Bank-1 and Bank-2… Read More »
Using a laptop to scan OBDII engine codes is an easy task and even possibly one of the better options. One of the great things about using a laptop when scanning OBDII codes, is the ability to quickly look online for answers. As long as the laptop is online, an error code can be looked… Read More »
Having a good VAG-COM scan tool can go a long way to help not only find a mechanical problem but to do some light modding. There are many VAG-COM VCDS USB cables and scan tools available for Volkswagen, from low-cost units to expensive high-end models. What Is VAG-COM (VCDS)? VAG-COM, or VCDS (VAG-COM Diagnostic System),… Read More »
Below is all engine sensor locations for 2002-2011 Toyota 2.4L (2AZ-FE) along with firing order and cylinder numbers. All information here has been verified with several Toyota 2.4L manuals. If you spot any errors let us know in the comments section. Vehicles With a Toyota 2.4L 2AZ-FE Option Toyota Camry 2002–2011 Main engine for 5th… Read More »
If you own a Honda and get an OBDII code P1399, it is a notorious error for “Random Cylinder Misfire Detected.” It is an OBDII code specific to Honda vehicles including the Accord, CRV, Odyssey, Civic, and more. The most common fix is a bad injector or spark plug wire, but it can also be… Read More »
The purge valve is a common failure in an EVAP system which often needs to be tested to see if it has gone bad. There are several ways to test the purge valve, including using a multimeter, vacuum pump, or a quick method that requires no tools. While using a multimeter or vacuum pump are… Read More »
If you have Chevrolet or GM car or truck and see a battery saver active message on the dashboard, the error points to an issue with the charging system. While there can be other causes, the message has come on since the onboard computer no longer sees the vehicle battery being charged. There are other… Read More »
Below is all the Chevy and GM 1.8L engine sensor location, firing order and cylinder location. All information has been verified with several automotive manuals, but if you see any error below let us know in the comments section. The engine coolant sensors is not listed below since it can vary by year how many… Read More »
If you have a vehicle with a P0171 error code, the onboard computer (ECM) is reading a problem with the air/fuel ratio going into the engine. An OBDII scan tool will give the error message “P0171 “Bank 1 System Too Lean.” The P0171 code is a notorious engine error that can be caused by several… Read More »
If you have a GMC Acadia with a P0496 error code, the onboard computer (ECM/PCM) is seeing a problem with the EVAP system. A GMC P0449 OBDII error code is listed as “Evaporative Emission (EVAP) System Flow During Non-Purge.” Common causes include a bad gas cap that is not sealing or failed purge valve. Causes… Read More »
If you have a Chevy Traverse and it gives a P0496 OBDII error code, there is a problem with the Evap system. An OBDII scan tool will give a P0496 Evaporative Emission System High Purge Flow. There are several causes of an Evap system error which are listed below. What is a Chevy Traverse P0496… Read More »
P0170 Code: Indicates a Fuel Trim Malfunction (Bank 1), the computer is having issues maintaining the optimal air-fuel mixture. Common Symptoms: Check Engine Light, rough idling, poor acceleration, misfires, reduced fuel economy, black smoke, or fuel odor. Main Causes: Vacuum leaks, faulty MAF or O2 sensors, fuel delivery issues, exhaust leaks, or computer problems. Diagnosis… Read More »
Having a good OBDII scan tool can help greatly when it comes time to troubleshoot a vehicle with a transmission problem. A good scan tool will display the error code that points to the problem a vehicle is having. Not all scan tools can read transmission codes with only certain units with features to read… Read More »
If you have a Honda with a P1457 OBDII engine error code, there is a problem with the Evap system. The Evap system takes the gas vapors from the gas tank and feeds them into the engine to be burnt away. This is for emissions and usually does not affect the engine unless the purge… Read More »
Having a good OBDII scan tool with ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) is a nice thing to have when troubleshooting ABS vehicle problems. There are many ABS OBDII scan tools available from low-cost to high-end units. Everyone will have a different requirement from an automotive scan tool. For example, a DIY mechanic will not have the… Read More »
There are several methods to test if a fuel pump has failed; it is usually tested with a fuel pressure gauge to see if it is outputting the correct PSI, but there are other methods. While using a fuel pressure gauge is the recommended method to troubleshoot a bad fuel pump, there is an old-school… Read More »
If you have a car that when the gas pedal is pressed and you are accelerating, there is a jerking motion, this can be caused by several things. Possible causes include air intake, gas delivery, spark, timing, and transmission issues. Each category, such as fuel delivery, needs to work correctly, or it can cause issues.… Read More »
The OTOFIX D1 Lite is a new Bi-Directional OBDII scan tool for 2023 that has many features and advanced options. Bi-Directional scan tools are much better at troubleshooting compared to standard OBDII scan tools, since they have the option to not only read a vehicle computer but send commands back. The OTOFIX D1 Lite is… Read More »
If you have tested the purge valve solenoid on your vehicle and it tests bad, it is best to replace it, but in some scenarios, it may not be possible, such as having low funds. A bad purge valve is a common failure in a vehicle’s Evap system. The EVAP system is for emissions which… Read More »
If you have a vehicle that is giving a P0031 error code, there is a problem with an upstream sensor located on the exhaust. Fixing a P0031 error code falls into the DIY mechanic job, with many at-home backyard mechanics solving the issue. Of course, if in doubt, be sure to take your vehicle to… Read More »
GM Chevy 3.1L V6 Engine Mounted Sideways Firing Order Diagram GM Chevy 3.1L V6 Engine Mounted Forward Firing Order Diagram The GM Chevy 3.1L is a popular V6 engine used in many GM and Chevy vehicles. It was introduced in 1988, and after several upgrades and variations, it is was last used in 2005 Whichever… Read More »
The Ford 2.0L EcoBoost is a popular 4-Cylinder engine used in many small Ford vehicles. It was introduced in 2008 Ford Explorer America concept car, and used in many cars, trucks, and small vans. The engine was Redesigned in 2015 with more power but the firing order and cylinder locations are the same. Whichever year… Read More »
The Ford Triton V10 6.8L is a popular heavy-duty V10 engine used in many trucks, vans, and buses. It was introduced in 1997, and after several upgrades and variations, it is currently still in use. The Triton V10 6.8L has two main versions, the 2-valve and 3-valve. The original 2-valve version had issues with the… Read More »
The Ford 351 Windsor 5.8L is a popular V8 engine known for its high performance and was used in many Ford cars and trucks. It was introduced in 1969, and after several upgrades and variations, it was used until 1996. While the Ford 302 engine is very similar to the 351 Windsor, the firing order… Read More »
Ford 3.0L Engine Mounted Forward Firing Order Diagram Ford 3.0L Engine Mounted Sideways Firing Order Diagram The Ford 3.0L is a popular V6 engine used in many Ford cars and trucks. It was introduced in 1986 and after several upgrades and variations it was used until 2008. The engine can be mounted sideways or forward.… Read More »
The Jeep 4.0 inline-six is an iconic engine and one of the most popular motors ever produced. It was discontinued in 2006 but is still wildly used by many Jeep owners and continues to be a great motor with many enthusiasts. It was originally developed and built in the 1980s, expanding upon the long history… Read More »
Chrysler Pentastar 3.6L Engine Mounted Forward Firing Order Diagram Chrysler Pentastar 3.6L Engine Mounted Sideways Firing Order Diagram The Chrysler 3.6L engine is a popular V6 engine used in many Dodge vehicles. It was introduced in 2009 and continues to currently be used in several cars, trucks, and Jeeps. The engine can be mounted sideways… Read More »
The Chrysler 3.7L engine is a popular V6 engine used in many Dodge vehicles from 2002-2012. It was introduced in 2002 with the Dodge Ram 1500 and also later used in several other cars and trucks. All Chrysler 3.7L engines have the same firing order, cylinder locations, and Bank-1 and Bank-2 sides of the engine.… Read More »