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Car TalkRe: I'm Tired Of Buying Fake Fuel Pump! Somebody Help Me! by EngRichie:
If you are good in DIY, scan the car and monitor the fuel pump's duty cycle and fuel line pressure. At least one of those PIDs should be there.
If you can, post results here.
Are you sure that you are not buying wrong specification fuel pump because there are reasons why wrong specification fuel pumps don't work for a particular car.
Car TalkRe: Toyota Sienna 2008 Help by EngRichie: 2:38pm On Dec 20, 2019
Hello poster,
The information you provided is scanty. Rendering quality help is difficult.

For how many minutes or hours after engine turn off does fan operate intermittently? Is this non-stop?

Don't it happen even when engine is cold?
Car TalkRe: Help Me by EngRichie: 7:08am On Dec 14, 2019
Check to ensure that other cooling system components are okay(no leaks, no weak hoses, no faulty fan control, no faulty temperature sensor, no underlying over heating issue and so on). Then revert the fan back to factory working mode.

Direct fan connection is overworking the fans, stresses your power supply, increases your fuel consumption and reduces your engine's life span.
Car TalkRe: Toyota Camry Transmission Issue by EngRichie: 9:56am On Dec 12, 2019
I suggest these:

1. Check ATF fluid level when cold and hot. In fact, how do you check the fluid level?

2. Get a technician that can do good diagnosis by studying solenoid logic.

Make good use of your discretion so that you won't over spend before you buy new transmission though I don't think this issue is beyond fix.

Regards.
Car TalkRe: Hybrid-electric Vehicles: Ask Mymotong (prius, Honda Insight, Camry Hybrid...) by EngRichie:
Where is your location?

Bucksnony:
I have a Camry 2007 hybrid that has started giving me troubles.
When I start the car in morning, it has a rattling sound before it starts. Then, when I put it reverse gear, it jerks repeatedly before it reverses. These are the only problems it has. But these problems usually becomes very minimal as the day goes on.

The multi-information display shows "Check Hybrid System" and "Check VSC System". Occasionally, the red battery signal flashes.

This car has been in the mechanic for 2 weeks and now, it can not start. The mechanic said the hybrid is deteriorated and needs replacement. He couldn't get single cells/modules so he's asking me to buy an entire battery pack for 450k.

Pls I need help/suggestions. Thanks
Car TalkRe: Hyundai High Fuel Consumption by EngRichie: 1:00pm On Nov 30, 2019
Try to use your VIN to search for the ECU online.
Car TalkRe: Hyundai High Fuel Consumption by EngRichie: 9:43am On Nov 30, 2019
Where is your location?
Car TalkRe: The 2019 Innoson IVM GRANITE by EngRichie: 3:14pm On Nov 29, 2019
grin grin
diegwu02:
High grin
Car TalkRe: The 2019 Innoson IVM GRANITE by EngRichie: 7:51am On Nov 29, 2019
Horse power?
Car TalkRe: My Tyre has been Giving Me Wahala. by EngRichie: 6:42am On Nov 28, 2019
Just a guess....

Tokumbo tires that were folded during importation

..... Then over inflation compounded it.
Car TalkRe: 2003 Toyota 4runner Dtcs And Freeze Frame Data Interpretation by EngRichie: 6:29am On Nov 28, 2019
I can see that bank 1 and bank 2 fuel trim values are exact. What scantool did you use?
Car TalkRe: Sienna Misfires When Fuel Is Low by EngRichie: 7:08pm On Nov 26, 2019
Check fuel pump assembly/housing.
Car TalkRe: GUYS Why Are There Lots Of Nigerian Use Volks Wagon Toureg For Sale Nowadays by EngRichie: 2:44pm On Nov 13, 2019
Electrical issues (compounded by incompetence of some mechanics) and the VR6 engine is largely not understood by many till date. In fact, direct injection engines, even the I4's.
Car TalkRe: The Good Old Days Of Toyota Prius by EngRichie: 5:16am On Nov 09, 2019
Nice article.
Car TalkRe: Hybrid vehicle battery damage by EngRichie(op): 8:48am On Nov 08, 2019
Thanks Trygo!

TRYGO:
Information such as contained in the blog, are extremely useful, if one adheres to them. They even helped fixers like us breathe some sigh of relief.


Regards
Car TalkHybrid vehicle battery damage by EngRichie(op):
The blog post contains the causes of exploded cell in a hybrid vehicle and precautions to avoid such occurrence in order to avoid expensive traction battery replacement or repair.


Regards.
Car TalkRe: Help Me Explain This Gear Automatic System by EngRichie: 11:59am On Nov 02, 2019
Remember not to overuse a low gear in order not to overheat the gear.

Whenever transmission fluid replacement is due, use ONLY the recommended fluid.

Regards.
Car TalkRe: Mazda Mpv Begins To Overheat Anytime Engage In Reverse by EngRichie: 3:27pm On Oct 16, 2019
I guess you have fixed this issue since the complaint has lasted for a while.

My guess is if it overheats when reverse gear is engaged for a while is that you have a clutch that engages on reverse slipping badly.
Car TalkRe: Mazda Mpv Begins To Overheat Anytime Engage In Reverse by EngRichie: 12:12pm On Oct 15, 2019
You didn't state the period transmission stays in reverse gear before it begins to overheat.
Car TalkRe: This Car Wants To Send Me To The Village. by EngRichie: 12:00pm On Oct 15, 2019
Please! Catcon gutting or blockage can negatively affect fuel economy. It depends on the car.
Car TalkRe: Nairalanders I Need Your Help by EngRichie: 6:18pm On Oct 14, 2019
What course did you study?
ProgrammingRe: What Are The Differences Between Programming And Coding? by EngRichie: 3:14am On Oct 03, 2019
On point!
It is called coding in the computer programming world because what you type is not what the computer is using. For example, you code many strings of zeros and ones by simply typing "Hello world".
What the computer basically knows is zeros and ones.

Programming involves coding and other things.

backbone503:
Programming is the act of writing a set of instructions that guides the operation of the computer. It involves a series of processes, of which Coding is one. Coding entails the conversion of the program's Logic (Flowcart and Algorithm) into computer useable/understandable/executeable form (i.e. Machine Language).

Na the small wia I sabi be dat.
ProgrammingRe: What Are The Differences Between Programming And Coding? by EngRichie: 2:48am On Oct 03, 2019
This question ought to be specific, the answer depends on field.

In information theory, coding is mapping discrete set of symbols to finite binary sequences. Things like source coding (data compression), channel coding (error control), cryptographic coding and line coding.

Programming is the way others have described. For example, programming with Matlab.
Car TalkRe: Help by EngRichie: 7:11am On Oct 01, 2019
For the engine issues, obd2 diagnosis is almost inevitable. The steering issue could be as simple as a bad tire or a host of other things.
You can check my signature and call for better support.
Car TalkRe: I Need Volkswagen Mechanic by EngRichie: 12:05am On Oct 01, 2019
See my signature for contact detail.
PoliticsRe: This Injustice From Power DISCOS To The Masses Should End! by EngRichie(op): 11:38am On Sep 27, 2019
We use prepaid meter but the problem is that the electricity is not just available at all.

My pain that the things the masses should shout about and fight for, they do not.

eTECTIV:
Wait for zonBs and ediots to come and tell U how U are a wailer and how dey enjoy 29hrs supply a day.. Bros my advice is jus to close eye go apply for prepaid metre.. I applied and d bastard who was supposed to visit d house to take stock of items and know what metre would b recommended sat down in his office and decided I have to pay 70k for a 3phase metre.. I've been paying 10k every month for almost 2yrs now for using only 1tv, deep freezer and ceiling fans so I jus close eye go pay for am..
PoliticsThis Injustice From Power DISCOS To The Masses Should End! by EngRichie(op): 4:29pm On Sep 26, 2019
For days, we have not had electricity where I reside. The heat has been tormenting and has had a bad toll on our wellbeing.
As a nation, are we aware that outages like this come with damages to individuals and businesses, some of which have to do with life?
People experience outages for weeks and months without prior notice, communication or apology. People suffer damages and loss, yet still pay for power.
I am in Lakoto, Ajibode in Ibadan and everybody here has over endured. I guess that there are areas where people suffer this more.
We as a people of this great nation needs to raise our voice against this wickedness.
For instance, if a child suffers Meningitis as a complication from this kind of situation, the parents won't still get medical help. They will be forced to look for money to save the child and also pay electricity bill that is almost not useful.
Car TalkRe: Help by EngRichie: 6:01am On Sep 24, 2019
Can you state the issue with your car? A little information might be of great help.
Car TalkRe: Rebuilding A 4runner 2005 1gr-fe Engine by EngRichie: 1:40pm On Sep 23, 2019
Top cylinder gasket was not properly installed or cylinder head was already cracked as a result of the overheating.

flootintin:
The history of the car was overheating and gasket got burnt. Gasket was replaced but oil is in radiator reservoir now. Got the car recently but never stalled since use.
Car TalkRe: Why Does Transmission Fail After Towing Another Car? by EngRichie: 7:00pm On Sep 09, 2019
And while you tow, some drivers in the towed vehicle match break any how tripling the load.
Car TalkRe: I Need A Certified Automobile Engr./mechanic To Work On My 2003 Toyota Corrola S by EngRichie: 6:52pm On Sep 09, 2019
I thought all the road side mechanics are certified.

Check for vacuum leak, throttle body. Scan the car.

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