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Damolux01:
I'm having problems checking out the prices online, not even one seen here as well. If you're to sell a 2006 model to me...How much would be your last price? Since the ride isn't that common bro, hope maintenance won't be on the high side? Availability of spare parts, Experienced mechanics etc

Bros.. i will advice you to just carry mind from that ride. Its a hard find. Even d corolla xrs dt is a little rare we still dey see am. Talkless of this little beast that is turbo'ed.
Americans love anything turbo. So any one they see available dey will snap it up like immediately. U no go even see am...
A video review i saw, the guy in UK admitted that in d present moment dt ride is a collectors item

kingreign:
They're gonna be the next best sleeper cars.

But sadly they wont be available. Biys go soon start dey add tripple boost to that engine

kingreign:
Google it. Read about it.

I heard they are collectors item.

diportivo:
my kia Rio vibrates vigorously when I try to release the clutch

it's a manual trans

I want to DIY

what do I do?

wehdon sir

kayphyzee:
Thanks for the feedback. I attempted a DIY today and got to the IACV. Quite dirty and had some black soot. I didn't have enough tools to loosen the rubber clamped on the throttle body. I removed the IACV from the throttle body, cleaned same regardless but not so thorough. There were two screws that I could not remove to allow me roll the sensor for free movement (I saw a YouTube video on how to clean the IACV). I will visit the mechanic next Saturday since I know what do now.

For cleaning agent, can I use a carb cleaner if I couldn't find a throttle cleaner.

Thanks again.

Ok nice. A visit to the mechanic will save you stress of breaking something... but then as regards d cleaning agent.... Different school of thought. Some say carb clean is too harsh. So say U can use it. So sincerely, i dnt kno. Whenever possible i dont use them tho. Only if i absolutely need to.

kayphyzee:
Toyota Rav4 2001

Sorry for late reply
That code is set when the Engine computer senses a fault with your idle speed control system.
Possible faults are;
1. Faulty Wiring for the idle valve (if wire don cut or e no make good contact) solution is to check and fix the wiring.
2. Idle Valve dt is stuck or closed. Wouldn't move regardless of engine computer input. Solution you might need to remove the idle control valve and clean it if it will still function otherwise change it.
3. Dirty throttle body. Even if the idle valve is functioning, a dirty throttle body won't allow enough air get into the engine. Sometimes the ECM interpretes this as a fault with the idle valve. So pls while checking the above kindly ensure you clean the throttle body as best as you can.

topzdan:
Please I drive a Toyota Corolla 07. I recently discovered the car keeps jerking for a while whenever I mistakenly speed into potholes and I recently changed the fuel pumps, plugs. What do you advise? Thank you

Check your electricals. Ensure they are in good condition.
Start with battery terminals. Ensure they are tight.
Next check your fuses and relays. There might be one not sitting properly. Just remove all d relays and put them back.
Also wire connectors for wires, sensors, actuators etc. As many as u can see, unplug them. Clean the ones that are dirty and fix them back. Ensure they are properly connected.
Finally, check wirings. There might be a wire thats about to cut so when the engine enters the pot holes it vibrates and looses contact briefly.

kayphyzee:
Good morning Op, quick one please. What would you advise on resolving a P0505 error code?

Thank you.

Kindly provide information on what car this is. Tnx

lordkenny:
Thanks for your repsonse.

1. Presently reside in Isanlu, Kogi state.
2. it was a full system scan but I don't have the result. The mechanic can and work on the codes.
3. Yes the car was moving but not accelerating.

Will check that and revert.

Thank You.

Alright. No problem

lordkenny

lordkenny:
Thanks for this thread.

Please assist me. My [b]Audi A6 2003 V6 Turbocharger [/b]engine initialy had an overheating issue. Alas I was not in Lagos or Ibadan where I can access Audi experts. I gave it to a local mechanic to check, he suggested changing the gasket and flushing the radiator. All was done.

While i was trying to check the quality of work done, I discovered that the car isn't starting once as before, then the car can't accelerate.
To cust the story short, we changed mass air flow sensor, throtle mouth sensor, and even the throtle perdal. Now the car can only accelerate while reverse gear but won't do so in drive. Rewire said it's a mechanical issue, the mechanic disagreed saying it's an electrical issue. I'm presently stucked and don't know what to do. Both were suggesting i change the engine and the gear.

had a rescan on the car and it's showing MAP sensor fault.

Please help me.

Sorry about your ordeal. However i have some questions.
1. Where do you reside?
2. When you scanned did you do a full system or scan or just engine? Pls kindly scan the whole system and let us have the details. Also if the scan result is in pdf, i would love to have it via email or whatsapp for better analysis.
Guessing off the top of my head, since engine moves on reverse but not in drive... It might not be mechanical.
3. After the repair was done, was the car moving forward atleast?
Can U possibly restore the original parts that were removed? And see how the vehicle responds.

beautiful morning. its another great day. make the right decision. fix your car the right way. drop your requests here and we shall respond as soon as possible.

Still available to help diagnose your issues....

jceesquare:
2 things involved.....
1. One of the cells in your battery is dead.
Solution: Conduct a load test on your battery with a load tester to know the crank capacity.

2. Ask your mechanic to check for parasitic drain with his multimeter.

My money is on the parasitic drain tho. Why? Cranks without any issues if terminal is disconnected.

haykay2005:
I eventually paid autologic a visit and all my car issues are now a thing of the past.

Within a short period of time he sorted my car(camry Pencil) AC headache, stubborn evaporation emission codes and some other hidden issues that hardly throw codes

Hold this guy very tight on your cars problem . He is very good

Beautiful.... Nice to hear that. Always great to hear positive customer feedback.
Thread is still alive. Drop your issues let's help you get a direction on a correct fix...

Abeg why is this unical guy flooding the whole place na

gidis1stson:
I would upload the engine Bay.

Aii... Happy sales

gidis1stson:
Buy and drive state. Serious buyer pls.

Clesn ride U got. Engine pix and interior pls...

EngRichie:
Your technician tried to isolate coils by disconnecting in turns, that's why you have those open cct codes. Clear all codes, run car, rescan and post results here.

kindly refer to the comment before urs.

Common Signs of a Dirty Air Filter

A car air filter cleans the air entering the engine. Signs of a dirty air filter include a misfiring engine, unusual noises, and reduced fuel economy.


A car engine combines air and gasoline in the combustion chamber to create power. This air reaches the engine through an air filter that works to keep out road debris, dirt, bugs, and other contaminants that can damage the engine. At the same time, the air filter must allow enough air to reach the engine so it can perform effectively. Over time, the air filter can become dirty and clogged, and the lack of air can affect the overall performance of your car.

When To Replace the Engine Air Filter:

Most auto companies recommend that you change the air filter every 10,000 to 15,000 miles, or every 12 months. However, if you typically drive in dusty or rural areas like Scottsdale, Arizona, or San Antonio, Texas, you might want to have your mechanic check and change it more frequently, such as every 6,000 miles. Driving in crowded areas where there is heavy traffic — including Los Angeles and Washington D.C. — causing you to stop and start more often also requires you to replace the air filter more frequently. Most vehicles also have a cabin air filter used to clean air entering the car’s interior, but it has a different maintenance schedule than an engine air filter.

Should you fail to replace your air filter at the suggested intervals, you may notice distinct signs of it needing replacement.

8 Signs Your Air Filter Needs Replacing

1. Reduced Fuel Economy. Your engine compensates for lower amounts of oxygen by consuming more fuel to produce sufficient power. Thus, if you notice your gas mileage lowering, it could indicate that the air filter needs replacing. However, this is true only for carbureted cars, most of which were made before 1980. Carburetors mix air and fuel at the ideal ratio for the internal combustion engine. Newer cars with fuel-injected engines use onboard computers to calculate the amount of air taken into the engine and adjusts the fuel flow accordingly. Therefore, the cleanliness of the air filter on newer cars shouldn't significantly affect fuel economy.

2. Misfiring Engine. Restricted air supply from a dirty air filter results in unburnt fuel exiting the engine in the form of soot residue. This soot accumulates on the spark plug, which in turn cannot deliver the necessary spark to combust the air-fuel mixture. You’ll notice the engine does not start up easily, misfires, or jerks roughly as a result.

3. Unusual Engine Sounds. In normal circumstances, when your car is stationary with the engine turned on, you should sense the smooth rotation of the engine in the form of subtle vibrations. If you notice your car vibrating excessively or hear coughing or popping noises, it is often from a clogged air filter causing dirtying or damaging a spark plug.

4. Check Engine Light Comes On. Many modern engines suck up about 10,000 gallons of air for every single gallon of fuel burned in the combustion cycle. The inadequate air supply can result in carbon deposits — the byproduct of combustion — accumulating in the engine and setting off the Check Engine Light. If that happens, have your mechanic check the air filter among other diagnostics. The Check Engine light can illuminate for a variety of reasons. A mechanic will need to scan the onboard computer for the stored trouble code that triggered the Check Engine Light as well as the source of the problem.

5. Air Filter Appears Dirty. A clean air filterappears white or off-white in color, but as it accumulates dust and dirt, it will look darker in color. However, very often, the inner layers of filter paper inside the air filter might have dust and debris that is not visible even in bright light. This makes it essential that you have your mechanic check the air filter when you take the car in for maintenance. Make sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions regarding replacement.

6. Reduced Horsepower. If your car does not respond adequately or if you notice jerking movements when you press the accelerator, this could indicate that your engine is not receiving all the air it needs to perform. Since it improves airflow, replacing your air filter can improve acceleration or horsepower by up to 11%.

7. Black, Sooty Smoke or Flames Exiting the Exhaust. The inadequate air supply can result in some of the fuel not burning completely in the combustion cycle. This unburnt fuel then exits the car through the exhaust pipe. If you see black smoke coming from your exhaust pipe, have your mechanic replace or clean the air filter. You might also hear popping sounds or see a flame at the end of the exhaust caused by heat in the exhaust system igniting the unburnt fuel near the tailpipe. This is a potentially hazardous condition and needs to be diagnosed right away.

8. Smell of Gasoline when Starting the Car. If there isn’t enough oxygen entering the carburetor or fuel ejection system when you start the car, the excess unburnt fuel exits the car through the exhaust pipe. Instead of seeing smoke or flames coming out of the exhaust pipe, you’ll smell gasoline. This is a clear indication that it’s time to replace the air filter.

Replacing your air filter benefits car longevity and engine performance. Engine air filters prevent harmful debris from damaging crucial components to keep the car running smoothly. They contribute to efficient driving by helping maintain the right air-to-fuel ratio, preventing the excess consumption of gasoline. Dirty air filters keep the system from getting the right amount of air or fuel and make it harder for the engine to perform its role. Having a fully-functioning engine air filter is critical to optimal car operation.

source: https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/common-signs-of-a-dirty-air-filter

ITbomb:
RPM measures the engine, so if you off the engine and it is still rotating hmmm, what else

i doubt the engine keeps rotating. d problem might just be the instrument cluster needle having a problem

Luckybelt:
Absolutely

lol...den dts not a driveability problem. u will need to get the instrument cluster checked. also consider replacing it.

Luckybelt:
the rpm wasnt coming down below two even when the car slows down. When i parked and turn off the engine it overs between 1 and 2. And the 'slow' of the car looks ok. It wasnt raising while stationary. Though i notice the rpm is ok today.

What could be the reason?

pls clarify this. are u saying while engine is off the rpm needle doesnt drop to 0?

Luckybelt:
Two days ago the rpm was terrible. When I stopped and the engine still running, it will be on two.
When I turned off the car, it’s between 1 and 2.
When I slowed down, it’s around 1.5
When driving it’s between 3and 4.

But yesterday I noticed it’s looks ok. While idle it was around 0. While driving it goes beyond 1 and 2.5.

ok, for clarity pls kindly take a picture of your dashboard while the vehicle is idling and also currently exhibiting the problem. a picture will greatly help in providing better assistance.

dannybrasky:
We die here

we died here already

SOLD!!!

Luckybelt:
the rpm wasnt coming down below two even when the car slows down. When i parked and turn off the engine it overs between 1 and 2. And the 'slow' of the car looks ok. It wasnt raising while stationary. Though i notice the rpm is ok today.

What could be the reason?

i am very sorry i am even more confused. so i want to ask some questions.
1. whats the rpm at idle?
2. whats the rpm when you slowdown?
3. you say the RPM is ok today, so what is it?

obekediamondfuto:
In cases like this, I now understand why valarinz will always insist u bring a mechanic to inspect.....

If u like bring kazeem, once money changes hands.... Godspeed....

My cousin drove my ride on Sunday and told me it was overheating, I asked him to snap the temp gauge and show me......
Guess what, it was @ the middle....
I'm sure if that was a weekday, he would already be at one mechanic that would have started dissecting the ride.......

My point? When you buy anything, and u later discover that it is not what u expected.... Always carry the seller along..... It's important to do this.....

Not everyone knows that temp needle being @ the middle is NORMAL..... heck my former 03 Camry never got to the middle.... Highest was 1/4 ......

I'm sure if it had reached the middle as at then, I for give mechanic to touch....

My emphasis again, is on the need to carry the seller along..... It is very very important...

My ex-eod, empty tank means 1/4 of the gauge.... Buyer called me halfway that vehicle refused to start (from abakaliki to Enugu) I asked him if there is fuel because I told him of that particular issue with the gauge... He told me that he forgot immediately he entered the highway.....

U see?
He could have started tampering with fuel pump, nozzles ET all..... And then later come and want to dump the ride with me all in the name of refund!

I wouldnt have accepted it as well...

Again, my point is to carry the seller along.....
Every issue has a history! Don't go and start tampering with stuff (probably unrelated and with a Kareem) all in the name of repairing a ride u just bought WITHOUT carrying the seller along

wise words. I second the motion.

good morning guys. let's help you with that diagnosis

Luckybelt:
Corolla 09 rpm high on park? Why pls

can you please provide more information that is helpful?

weyreypey:
Can I exchange diportivo for this car?

Yes sir. U CAN. Pls send Diportivo and the car is already urs.