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weyreypey:
The W203 trounces the Lexus. Although I detest the interiors of the W203. But I'd pick up the w203 in a jiffy. Happy motoring

Prefacelift is ugly walai... But the facelift is a beauty....

SensualMan1:
Even the pictures u posted were all lifted from the internet. only for u to snap a jacked up vehicle in ur shop. Ewwwwww how lower can u go this pikin?

Sir.... be onjective. Kindly look at the pictures posted. Then read what you wrote again...

nurey:
It is him 100% he will soon switch to another moniker to perpetrate his madness

Bros abeg make we no turn dis thread to the usual banter thread na biko...
Lets discuss d issue on ground.... God bless bros

Billiebaba:
Hello boss, pls where and how can I get a PC based oscilloscope. Thanks in advance sir

Boss check Aliexpress

glambo:
Converting that to MPG, my usage is abt 13-14MPG.

Wow... Dts half of d official figure...
Well... You will need to get your vehicle diagnosed to pin point the cause of this excessively high fuel consumption.
Focus on the O2 sensor inputs, ECT input, check for vacuum leaks, etc...

glambo:
I bought a tokubo Toyota Camry 2003 about 4 months ago, but I notice that the fuel consumptions seems to be on the high side.
I use about 13liters over 60km drive daily. Mixed of city and highway driving.
Attach is the history of my fuel usage. Found this application online and use it to monitor my fuel usage.
Please is this normal.
The consumption is measured in Kilometer/ litre.
From what I checked online (28mpg- 35mpg) the consumption shouldnt be DAT high.
Please what could b the problem

Chief. If i say I understand that picture ehn. Na lie i lie.
What i'll advice is this.
1. Write down your odometer just before refill.
2. Refill your tank to full tank.
3. drive the vehicle normally till that low fuel light comes on.
4. Note your odometer
5. Refill again
6. Drive till light comes on.
7. Note your odometer reading.



So atleast we'll have 2 test results to work with.
That way we can get an idea of your mpg. Though not actual but close to it.

There is also anoda method i came across. Lemme see if i'll see it

nonhuman:
yes my car consumes more fuel now than usual by 50%

Chief.... The fuel filter wouldn't cause higher fuel consumption. Rather it will cause a restriction to fuel supply.
Your issue resides somewhere else.
Leaky exhaust, bad O2 sensors, faulty injectors, non-recommended fuel pump (pumping at higher pressure than required), faulty fuel regulator if there is one, vacuum leak, faulty MAF/MAP sensor etc. So many things can cause this high fuel consumption. Pls get in touch with a competent tech to help diagnose this issue sir...

chuksmad:
Thank you, I will check those faults you mentioned

welcome sir

Stormyweather:
thanks boss

Once you have the code. Pls kindly post here so we can follow up on the issue.

Stormyweather:
Good morning. My VSC, Brake, trac off, ABS light came on during the weekend and the tyre pressure light keeps on flashing. I explained to my mech that my brake gets very hot and he said its the caliper, yesterday he fixed it and the lights disappeared except for vsc and trac off. This morning, the lights came back on. Also he removed my radiator to fix a leak and removed battery to clean the terminal, now check engine light is on. Although the check rngine light wasn't on previously. What could be the cause please?

2005 highlander I4 engine

Morning sir. Pls kindly confirm if the brakes dont get hot any longer.
Also for the ABS, TRAC AND VSC, IF THE PROBLEM HAS BEEN FIXED, YOU MIGHT HAVE TO ERASE USING A SCAN TOOL. THING IS, ALL THIS SYSTEMS WORK TOGETHER.IF THERE IS A FAULT IN ONE, IT WILL TRIGGER THE OTHER LIGHTS. FOR EXAMPLE A FAULTY WHEEL SPEED SENSOR WILL CAUSE ALL THOSE LIGHTS TO COME ON EVEN EVAP LEAK will trigger those lights.
So a simple scan will let you know if there is a fault code stored, or if the issue has been fixed. In that case you'll just clear the code.
For the check engine light, scan the engine management system. The fault code stored will tell you what you need to fix.

osy77:
Goodevening Guru's and enthusiasts...so I just bought a c300 2015 benz some 3-4 weeks ago...serviced it with Mobil 1 and only a couple of days back "check oil at next refuel" pops up after about 10-20minutes drive...I click ok and it disappears only to reappear on the next drive.


Today I realized the car jerked from D4-D5 shifts. Biko una blother need help b4 these Abuja Mechanics finish me biko

Chief like Billiebaba talk. Abeg scan that car. Nob 5hose cheap. Scanners o. Find a competent tech that can help you scan all the systems on that vehicle.
Also there shld be a way to check the oil level. Confirm the oil is properly guaged.
Also pls try contact AutoElectng on nairaland here. he is based in Abuja. I believe he will get the issue sorted for you professionally...

neyop85:
hello house,

my Honda DC gear stick flickers on the dashboard when i try changing gears, the transmission is perfect, gears change normally when in motion but when i try putting the gear in park, it doesnt enter park until i tap the gear stick several times. When i put into drive, it enters into drive but the 'D' light wouldn't turn on until i tap the stick. i think it has to do with something under the gear stick. Honda experts, pls what do i need to do?

Check your shift stick, the park neutral switch, and connectors to the gear system. Something is failing. I have a feeling its a switch or its wiring.

chuksmad:
OP I just stumble to this page and very happy to discover your great insight and help you render in this forum. Kudos to you. My Mazda 626 (2000) is having this issue of not steaming normal when you start the car.
Immediately you start the car and remove your leg from the throttle, it will just go off.
What may be the cause?

Morning boss. Very sorry for late reply.
Kindly check your Temperature sensor. Sometimes they fail and the ecu is unable to determine d state of d Engine if its cold or hot. Also check its wiring too.
Also check your idle air control system. It might be stuck.
If possible pls scan the vehicle. Certain sensors might have failed which might be causing this poor engine performance at cold start up.

Henrygreat212:
From the physical inspection nothing is out of place.. the tyres moves freely when I drive/throttle... I will go for scan as stated... Thanks and God Bless You

Alryt boss... Kindly post scan result once U av dem

Henrygreat212:
Please House good evening... I drive Lexus 350 2010 model.. but after parking the car for 3 weeks without warning or driving it, my car just developed fault. It just just started showing check engine, Check 4WD sign, then even with hard throttling it won't speed pass someone walking... Urgent response on what I should do next and how/where to resolve this issue will be highly appreciated.. Thanks House

Bro sorry about this unfortunate event. First point of call is physical inspection. Do you see anything out of place?
When accelerating do the tyres roll freely or does it feel like the parking brake is holding the tyres down?
Also the check engine light is a good indication that there is a stored fault in your engine computer. This might reveal the cause for your faulty engine performance.
Pls do find a competent automotive technician to scan all the systems in the vehicle. This will help with identifying the problem....

nonhuman:
What is causing fuel drain in my Hyundai, lately by 50%. The car starts well but ever since I changed fuel filter my fuel drain increased, and there is flood in my street I usually pass what effect can it have with my car

Please what do you mean by fuel drain?
Do you mean your vehicle consumes more fuel?
Or you notice fuel leak from the vehicle?
Pls kindly clarify... Thanks

As regards, pls be careful how you go through flood. If its possible to avoid it by taking a longer route pls do. internal combustion engines do not like flood. If water gets into areas its not supposed to get to, it wil cause a huge damage and cost of fixing will be high. Esp parts that are located in the lower part of the vehicle like starter motor, compressor, PS pump (in some vehicles), excess water or dirt can reduce the performance of your radiator, condenser and the fans.

Haviash:
My Fx45 jerk a bit while on motion.. pls whats d possible cause

Mechanically, worn engine seats
Misfires in cylinder.
Faulty suspension parts
Bad wheel or tyre...
Weak fuel pump, clogged fuel filter or restricted fuel supply line.... Alot of things can cause this jerking sir.
Pls Kindly provide more precise info on this jerk to give better response.

Tho cancel out misfire. Does your check engine flash during this jerking?

flootintin:
Will do and report back.

Alright boss...

flootintin:
Update, I drove the car today but didn't throttle hard and no white smoke uphill. I easied off the throttle going uphill and the gears changed easily without any smoke but didn't get the required acceleration.

Ok... There are so many things that can cause this. However this feels to me like a case of low power deliver from the engine. My suggestion is this.
Start with the easiest things. If u haven't done this before;
1. Clean your air filter. Change if badly clogged.
2. Clean your fuel injectors. Change them if tested and found to be failing.
3. Spark plugs. Clean them if dirty. Change them if badly worn. But pls take note of their physical appearance. It will point to what is happening in the cylinder.

If this is done and symptoms still persist... Them you need to consult your doctor

autologic:
White smoke that occurs at any Engine speed is indication engine oil seeping into combustion chamber , go for further diagnosis (leak down or compression test) to get nail the root of the issue .

This is an issue of white smoke at low RPM. And customer says it only occurs when he climbs a hill. Not white smoke at any RPM.

flootintin:
Hello, have white smoke from exhaust when climbing a hill but disappears immediately the car is on flat surface. Every tech spoken to had concluded top cylinder but I have not oil in water or water in oil. Coolant is not drained nor oil short. What else can trigger white smoke. Noticed it happens when am a lower gears.

If we'll focus on white smoke alone, the 2 causes of white smoke is coolant leak into the cylinder and secondly excess fuel flooding the cylinder.
Personally i think this might be an issue of your engine running rich during that short period. For confirmation, pls get in touch with a competent technician to diagnose the issue while performing a test drive. Let him look at the following PIDs:
MAP, MAF, STFT, LTFT, TPS AND both O2 sensor readings.
You need to replicate that scenario and watch what information the engine computer is receiving that makes it flood the engine during that period.
Pls kindly check your air filter. Ensure its not clogged or dirty
and starving the engine from receiving enough air. Also check your MAF or MAP to be sure they are working properly. If i find any more relevant info i would share...

nonhuman:
My Hyundai Tucson 2008 4plugs is not passing current to the plugs there by making it not to start but engine revolves, all fuses are intact and it has been consuming more fuel lately and rings out some smoke, the plugs are still good, what could be the problem, please hel p

Any error codes stored in memory?
If its electrical there shld be a code stored. A faulty crank position sensor could cause d absence of spark in your plugs

kaz4sure2015:
Good evening my people , please what could be responsible for my Lexus RX 300 making cracking sound when turning the steering wheel most especially when reversing at low speed

Kindly check your steering system. Something my not be working properly.
Could also be those plastics trims not fitted properly. Since i dont know what kind of sound. I can't say what it is. So pls find a competent auto tech to trace dt noise.

neyop85:
Thank you, i did not remover the battery nor did i plug a scanning tool.

The gear is very fine now.

Many thanks.

Alryt dts Beautiful. Sorry abt d late reply

neyop85:
Good evening all, I changed the complete shaft of my Honda DC. During test driving I noticed it was jerking while changing gears and it will jerk before getting into drive or reverse. 
I kept on changing gears while static and little by little the issue disappeared. 
Was the transmission system trying to calibrate itself with d new shaft? Is it normal for it to do that after changing a complete drive shaft?

Good thing is issue has disappeared. However we cant say if its just for now. Pls pay special attention to how your car drives whenever you use it.
In my little experience, thats not normal. There shouldn't be any form of jerking for whatever reason. Except if the drive shaft wasn't fixed correctly before and luckily during driving it has corrected itself.
Also while U carried out this repair, did U remove the battery terminals, or connect a scan tool?
It is very possible your gear was performing a relearn during that process. But nit having full info makes it difficult to point out what exactly was happening.

mgdimagaladima:
Mazda 626
Whenever I clutch down to add gear or reduce gear the car makes sound as if my leg is still on throttle

And the car Consume much fuel than expected

Please someone should help me

What model year is your mazda pls?

albetguy:
My Toyota Highlander is showing a yellow light along with check vsc. I read that the fuel cap wasn’t properly locked. I locked it and heard a clip sound but the light is stilll showing.

kindly snap the dash and post pls. or better still give a description of the "yellow sign"
from experience, if you have a leak in your emission system and the ecu detects a leak in the tank, it will disable your traction control and abs.
kindly scan or better still remove your battery terminals from the battery for like 15mins. lets see if the code will erase fro computer memory.

erico2k2:
Your narrative is flawed my friend, you are using a general term to describe a fault any car can generate. All Jap cars are almost the same when it comes to their electrical infrastructure. Yesterday I was in traffic at black wall tunnel, I saw a 2019 Range rover next to me, I looked into the car I can see two lights on the dash, one is Red the other is an amber triangle, all is not well . My point is any car can generate electrical fault irrespective of make model or year

and I thought I was the only one who checks ppls dash for those Christmas lights

Debosneh31:
I just changed my civic 05 gear and its 90k excluding gear oil

thanks for the response

row2ray:
Boss I've been having problems starting my acura 05 tl, the gasket burnt, I changed the engine but since then it has refused to start. The engine turns but won't pick. The immobilizer light comes on but the electrician says he has fixed that but still it doesn't pick... And won't read when a diagnostics machine is plugged in

Pls help boss I love the car but I'm considering selling it as scrap now

sorry about this ordeal boss. if i got you correctly sir you said the engine cranks but wont start.
pls kindly confirm the following
1. is the immobilizer fault truely fixed or you were told? because if there is an immobilizer fault, the vehicle still wont start.
what i can deduce is you have a faulty electrical system. non-communication via OBD is either modules are down or the wiring to the OBD port is faulty.


pls find a competent auto-technician
check all fuses and relays
check ignition (do you have a good spark)
check fuel injectors (are they spraying fuel?)

a faulty crank sensor can also cause a no-start condition. kindly confirm wirings are intact. if otherwise fix.

tojahh:
Abeg how much is transmission for Honda civic 2003?

Sorry i dont have info on that.

diportivo:
if you are sure the engine installed is a 2az and not 1az,your iacv is the most likely culprit...I say most likely because that's what regulates idle speed

e nor need spanner,e nor need screwdriver

the valve just needs to be free instead of being stuck in one position like this ur problem seems to indicate

I wish u luck sir

I think this engine doesn't have an Idle Air Control Valve since it is a throttle by wire system. I might be wrong