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Car TalkRe: I Need A Technician 2.4 Ford Puma Engine (Fixed) by Inception(m): 8:06pm On Jul 15, 2018
EgunMogaji:
When it comes to matters of Defenders one can never be too forward.

The funny thing here is that the first thing that I'll rip out is that weak and pathetic slug of an engine, even functioning grin
Oh dear grin
AutosRe: 2015 Tokunbo Avalon by Inception(m): 1:11am On Jul 15, 2018
HybridWatchDog:
Guy na uncle cosplay post those pre-purchase pics and not the OP. You for look well first before you misfire with your comment. So like you put it uncle cosplay assisted the OP to do the right thing.
Jesus grin
Car TalkRe: Head On Collision Between Volvo XC70 SUV And A Scania Truck by Inception(m): 9:28am On Jul 14, 2018
Talk about structural integrity!
The A pillars showed little or no deformation at all.
Car TalkRe: Obafemi Martin's $350k Mansory Porsche Cayenne Spotted on the Mainland by Inception(m):
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Car TalkRe: A Tribute To My Infiniti G35x 2007 by Inception(m): 10:41am On Jul 13, 2018
chukel:
true. But u no tall.
una don meet before? grin
Car TalkRe: Let's Race!! by Inception(m): 3:50pm On Jul 12, 2018
nwanneni:
I'm in!But you gotta wait for my E220(2009) cdi to arrive from Berlin.i wanna have a feel of that diesel monster on an empty highway.
My c230 kompressor(2006) sports knocked engine because of the pomposity of one ordinary mechanic on this forum.
And you think a Mercedes w212 chassis with a 2.2l CDI engine with 170HP will be a match to an infiniti G35 with a 3.5l engine pumping out over 300 ponies?

oh well.

And oh, is the highlighted really necessary?
Car TalkRe: Mercedez Engineering by Inception(m): 3:01pm On Jul 12, 2018
tensazangetsu20:
I asked for the VIN to know the exact type of 190 we are dealing with here. It's the chassis number located on the driver side door. OBD simply means on board diagnostics. The most common one the OBD 2 is a general universal standard in cars from 1996 but before that there was OBD 1 of which Mercedes cars had from 1989 to 1995. For the 190, It's an 8 pin port near the battery, you can use a multimeter with a dwell function to get the codes.
If you know, you know!

Nice one.
Car TalkRe: Neatly Used Honda Pilot 2008 At A GIVE AWAY Price by Inception(m): 2:50pm On Jul 12, 2018
This is at most a 2005 model.
and it is overpriced.
Christianity EtcRe: Bishop Oyedepo Sends Relief To Idps In Plateau State by Inception(m): 2:02pm On Jul 12, 2018
Elnino4ladies:
He should go and fvck himself
Na wa for you o
Car TalkRe: What Does Your Vehicle Manufacturer Say? by Inception(m): 1:55pm On Jul 12, 2018
GAZZUZZ:
Nigerian 1st owner strayed from the light.

using heavier oil weights does repairable damage to your engine long term.

There might be a buildup of sludge.

Engine would need an overhaul.

That engine will always short synthetic oil 5w20.

You can try other variants of synthetic oil to see if they would work. Start with 0w40 or 5w40 or 15w40. If you get good results, next oil change try 5w30. if it works, stick with it.

Long term Full synthetic engine oil will provide better protection to your engine.

The Oil control rings are shot.
This was typical of that generation of K24 engines due to long intervals of oil changes
Only option is to replace rings or replace engine.
No oil is seen from exhaust because catalyst is still present in car.
Engine will still burn 20w50 oil weight, but much more slowly.
for me that is the oil weight i will recommend for such a car to avoid stories that touch
Catalyst of said car is on its way out.
HealthRe: Some Diseases You Can Detect Yourself Through Smell by Inception(m): 1:22pm On Jul 12, 2018
Vianna:
3 Typhoid Fever
Typhoid fever is a bacterial infection caused by Salmonella Typhi. Its symptoms may vary from from very mild to severe. These symptoms include a gradual onset of high fever, weakness, abdominal pain, constipation, and a rose-colored skin rash. Typhoid is not an extremely common disease in the developed world but is still common in areas with poor sanitation and hygiene. A medical journal article published in 1976 brought attention to the fact that patients with typhoid fever emit a smell that is extremely similar to freshly baked bread. While smelling like a bakery may sound pretty cool, being afflicted with typhoid is actually anything but.
https://edition-m.cnn.com/2016/01/20/health/the-smell-of-disease/index.html
shocked
Car TalkRe: Let's Race!! by Inception(m): 1:20pm On Jul 12, 2018
cmoney22222:
bring it on with my Camry muscle. I no fear you
4 cyl grin

or v6 cool
Car TalkRe: Audi A4 2.0, 2006 Vs Corrola by Inception(m): 8:35am On Jul 12, 2018
Pipedreams:
That's Germany on good terrain
Na true sha grin
Not only that.. with good maintenance culture
Car TalkRe: Audi A4 2.0, 2006 Vs Corrola by Inception(m): 7:55am On Jul 12, 2018
Pipedreams:
Audi? For uber? Nah mate. It's a luxury sedan. It won't withstand frequent driving and stress! Can this Audi go to Sango then back to Ajah and egbeda?? It would wreck u bro. Corolla is the best for the uber hustle
Some audi cars in Germany have hit 500 thousand km...
Car TalkRe: Insearch Of Diagnostic Tool With ECU Programming(J2534 Flashing)capability In PH by Inception(op):
Kashif:
In trying to solve this (yourself), you may have complicated matters.

You have gone changing internal parts, which is sending you chasing your tail on this. It is hard to follow what you have done, which to me, is now looking like a moving target.

You have a Nigeria spec car, and you are throwing US spec parts at it. You may have two options now - 1. Get a US computer and mate with your current transmission. 2. Go to Kia Dealership and let them sell you a Nigeria spec transmission.

Just calm down. Remember what you saw with the U150?
Thanks for the advice bro.I assure you I have not complicated anything at all. However if I follow your advice, I think the latter is easier. The former cannot be done cos the engine management software is only for the GDI engine variants..But. Nigeria spec transmission from KIA? grin Na die be DAT na....

Now back to the question ... Do you think it will work? huh

To be honest I enjoy the adventure this entails. The level of understanding I have acquired in this quest is unbelievable I understand the transmission like the back of my hand. An alternative option I have is to order the gear transfer drive( where the output speed sensor takes it's readings from), the final drive pinion and the final drive gear.I have identified the website where this can be purchase already. For me, that is even more exciting cos I will have a chance of rebuilding the transaxle...

Don't worry something must kill a man grin
Car TalkRe: Audi A4 2.0, 2006 Vs Corrola by Inception(m): 1:56pm On Jul 11, 2018
bjchem44:
The Audi
My heart is for the Audi.
My head is for the Corolla.
EducationRe: Who Can Answer These Questions? by Inception(m): 12:45pm On Jul 11, 2018
calddon:
5. The person that created Nigeria, why was he born? undecided
grin
Car TalkRe: Insearch Of Diagnostic Tool With ECU Programming(J2534 Flashing)capability In PH by Inception(op): 11:05am On Jul 11, 2018
AutoElectNG:
INITIAL COMMENTS
No vex ooo make I ask question.

1. How did you arrive at the initial conclusion that TCU was faulty?

2. How did you arrive at the initial conclusion that the first transmission was not the right fit and that this other one as well is not a right fit?

3. You said you are in a dilemma, but the issue is not very clear? To install the 2013 Sante-fe transmission or to ....

Seems to me that the issues discussed are over and above the capacity of a shade tree mechanic...

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS

To be updated
Question sir:

The final gear ratio of the car as originally designed was 3.367
Doing the swap means the final ratio will then be changed to 3.648
This means the new ratio to the old ratio is now 1.083:1.000

I understand the benefits of this : increased Torque and acceleration at low speed, but my top speed will definitely reduce @ all gears (and i care less about that)

My worry is if the output speed sensor will get better readings than before. With the gear presently on the car, the final drive ratio is 2.885, which when compared to the designed is about 0.857 :1.000. This i believe was causing the shift flares shifting from 2 to higher gears.How the TCU did not register a gear incorrect ratio is a mystery.

Do you think the proposed ratio highlighted will eliminate the shift flare?
AutosRe: Sharp 2004 Nissan Maxima For Sale In Phc @ 930k sold sold by Inception(m): 10:22am On Jul 11, 2018
Costee:
2004 model, 4-speed transmission. Should be a good buy.
Far better than the 2005 model with 5 speed.

It shares the same drivetrain with the 2003 maxima. Cheaper parts too.
Car TalkRe: Insearch Of Diagnostic Tool With ECU Programming(J2534 Flashing)capability In PH by Inception(op): 5:20pm On Jul 10, 2018
buymp
Car TalkRe: Uses Tap Water VS Uses Coolant. by Inception(m): 2:24pm On Jul 10, 2018
nurey:
wrong

impurities in water = Rust

as we all know water is a universal solvent so even the coolant contains water too.

most Nigerians use tap water not distilled water.

water turns to steam at 100degrees centrigrade which most engine even surpass reason why water only should not be used in car cooling system to avoid evaporation grin
Evaporation of water can occur at any temperature as it is dependent on surface area of the liquid exposed.However temperature can increase the rate of evaporation.

Boiling on the other hand occurs at a particular temperature and pressure. The higher the pressure on the liquid, the higher the boiling point.

The reality is that a car's cooling system is usually pressurized as temperature increases, and this means that the boiling point of water in such system is usually higher than 100 degrees Celsius.( by a few degrees).

Tap water is bad because of the calcifying effects(as shown in Gazzuzz's first pics) it can give cooling systems( it is hard water). This can effectively lead to blockage or restricted passages in cooling systems, eventually leading to overheating. this is also bad for the bearings of the water pump.
Car TalkRe: Insearch Of Diagnostic Tool With ECU Programming(J2534 Flashing)capability In PH by Inception(op): 1:38pm On Jul 10, 2018
bump
Car TalkRe: Insearch Of Diagnostic Tool With ECU Programming(J2534 Flashing)capability In PH by Inception(op): 11:15am On Jul 10, 2018
cc. Kashif, Mayor2013, AutoElectNG,Gazzuzz
Car TalkRe: Insearch Of Diagnostic Tool With ECU Programming(J2534 Flashing)capability In PH by Inception(op): 11:06am On Jul 10, 2018
[quote author=AutoElectNG post=69241195][/quote]grin grin
Just keeping myself busy

Thanks a lot for your response.
Car TalkRe: Insearch Of Diagnostic Tool With ECU Programming(J2534 Flashing)capability In PH by Inception(op): 10:31am On Jul 10, 2018
AutoElectNG:
INITIAL COMMENTS
No vex ooo make I ask question.

1. How did you arrive at the initial conclusion that TCU was faulty?

2. How did you arrive at the initial conclusion that the first transmission was not the right fit and that this other one as well is not a right fit?

3. You said you are in a dilemma, but the issue is not very clear? To install the 2013 Sante-fe transmission or to ....

Seems to me that the issues discussed are over and above the capacity of a shade tree mechanic...

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS

To be updated
Good questions...
1)
Transmission was replaced 3 times after purchase from previous owner(valvebodies was also interchanged. ) with transmissions from US spec Hyundai sonata and kia optima 2.4 GDI ( i knew this from the vin stamped on the gearbox bodies). It was the same story ( transmission flares 2-3 , 3-4 not too bad, 4-5 bad, 5-6 not bad) but with no jerking. Only 1-2 engaged normally. This caused the initial conclusion that TCM might have gone bad.

Remember that the car was bought from previous owner with 2013 Hyundai Santa-fe gearbox(2.4L GDI 2WD) installed as it had suffered gearbox failure from previous owner( forward gear refused to engage according to him). Prior to replacement of gear by new owner, transmission adaptation was reset. the reset caused smooth gear shift with no flares for a bout 20-30 km, then harsh engagement set in (particularly from 2-3)

2.
Like as earlier said the first gear installed was from a 2013 Hyundai Santafe 2WD. Gear ratios were all diffrent (1: 4.639,2:2.826, 3: 1.841,4: 1.386, 5:1.000, 6: 0.772, Final drive= 3.648) . The Kia Optima/Hyundai Sonata ratios are(1:4.212,2: 2.637,3: 1.800, 4:1.386, 5:1.000, 6: 0.772, Final drive( US spec)=2.885, Dana spec 2.0 MPI= 3.367)

3.
Right now i have 3 transmissions... 1 from Hyundai santa fe, 1 from us spec hyundai sonata, 1 from kia optima us spec( currently installed on vehicle). I was able to rebuild the Hyundai sonata from the Santa fe by only exchanging clutch packs. This i have tested on the vehicle and it worked (with the same flaring issue of course). There i realized all the similarities and differences.. So now what i intend to do is to swap the final drive and differentials on the Hyundai sonata and install on the vehicle to check compatibility


The mechanic was simply my 10 -11 spanner grin
Car TalkRe: Insearch Of Diagnostic Tool With ECU Programming(J2534 Flashing)capability In PH by Inception(op):
Na wa for Hyundai Kia sef...

After exhaustive investigations and research, i realized that even the transmission replaced is not compatible! The TCU was never at fault.

The Transmission installed was from a KIA optima 2012 US spec vehicle. All drive ratios, compared with the originally designed transmission is the same( gears 1 to 6) but the final drive ratio is different (2.885 for US spec{2.4 GDI engine with 200HP output} ) as against 3.367 for the 'General' spec{2.0 Theta II MPI engine with 162 Hp output}). The general spec is the Nigerian export which Kia motors Nigeria sells.

The implication to this is that the output vehicle speed sensor(VSS) takes readings from the gear teeth from the final drive. Now this already gives a ratio of 2.885/3.367= 0.856 which causes a transmission flare particularly for gear shift 2-3 and 4-5 (as these identified shifts involves the release of brakes first, then the engagement of clutches) .

Now to my gurus: i am in a dilemma. i have a 2013 Hyundai Santa-Fe gear which i dismantled and removed some elements (clutch disks) for future use in case of clutch pack failure( long story for another day) . upon checking i realized that the final drive of this is 3.648 { 2.4 GDI 2WD}. i have confirmed that it will work if i swap the differentials, the final gear and the output speed sensor into the current gear( i don open that one too grin but no pics you hear tongue ) This will give me a ratio of 1.083.
What do you think?

N.B. This is purely from an engineering stand point and yeah yeah i know i will need to buy another gear but i want to be like kashif first and use my leave to have some fun grin
Car TalkRe: My Temperature Guage Doesn't Get To The Middle !!! by Inception(m): 3:37pm On Jul 09, 2018
Eking:
I bought the car as tokunbo.. Came with green coolant. I read its not good to mix green and pink coolants. At the same time I don't know any good Mech in Warri that can flush the whole green coolant from my car, that's why I wanted to continue with the green coolant
That car was never designed to use green coolant in its engine cooling system.It was designed to use pink(Toyota long life coolant premixed). And you bought it as tokunbo? Hmm. something is fishy here.
Car TalkRe: My Temperature Guage Doesn't Get To The Middle !!! by Inception(m): 7:11pm On Jul 08, 2018
One thing I know: Gazzuzz is one of the few human beings I can totally trust. And I have never met him in person.

And for me, he has been very very nice, and even patient. But the experience was not the same for some one I refered him to for vehicle inspection

Point is, HE IS A HUMAN BEING! He is a busy man. And if you respect him, he will respect you.

There was a time I begged him to purchase something for me. I transferred the money without telling him. He promptly refunded it . there I knew I crossed a line.

Customer service? Yep I understand. But you should also understand that his business is governed by policies which is obviously working for him.

If you are not happy with his style, you can kindly move on to the next one.
AutosRe: Tokunbo 2014 Honda Accord Sport Edition by Inception(m): 6:07pm On Jul 08, 2018
Nice ride... Pls post vin
Car TalkRe: Insearch Of Diagnostic Tool With ECU Programming(J2534 Flashing)capability In PH by Inception(op): 8:23am On Jul 06, 2018
Kashif:
Yes, I have used the tool. You agree Maxi Sys can only program BMW and MB. When you say Maxi would confidently work on Most Europeans, remember we are talking about computer reflash, and not just setting changes.

What do you mean by online programming?
When i grow up , i want to be like Kashif, AutoElectNg, Mayor2013, Ehybird.
Car TalkRe: Insearch Of Diagnostic Tool With ECU Programming(J2534 Flashing)capability In PH by Inception(op): 10:18pm On Jul 05, 2018
Kashif:
I sent you a number to call; he should be able to sort you out.
Sent him a mail and waiting for his response

Thanks a lot sir
Car TalkRe: Insearch Of Diagnostic Tool With ECU Programming(J2534 Flashing)capability In PH by Inception(op): 7:01pm On Jul 05, 2018
Kashif:
I sent you a number to call; he should be able to sort you out.
Number was on voicemail sir. Will try again in an hour's time.tho I sent a voicemail to him.

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