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Car TalkRe: My Car Consumes Too Much Fuel, Pls Help by izaac23(op): 11:01am On Jan 06, 2022
I got the OBD 2 device, this is my scan result

Pls gurus, interprete for me what I need to tell my local electrician to fix for me cuz he does not understand this code issues.
Car TalkRe: My Car Consumes Too Much Fuel, Pls Help by izaac23(op): 10:59am On Jan 06, 2022
aieromon:
What is the error code? 19MPG is poor, very poor.

Car TalkRe: My A/C Not Cool As B4 And Changes Engine Sound by izaac23(op): 10:52am On Jan 06, 2022
diportivo:
limawu

ain't nobody bitter here dude

you made a request without stating the sort of vehicle to let people with experience help u with ur issue.....for him he thinks its a keke napep,for me I think its a nissan murano...every other person will imagine what sort of vehicle it is until u fix up

u dey here dey talk upbringing....u ready for the violence??

undecided
Am sorry, I did not know I didn't include the vehicle name, my mistake...
It's Toyota Corolla 2003 model
Thanks.
Car TalkRe: My A/C Not Cool As B4 And Changes Engine Sound by izaac23(op): 10:49am On Jan 06, 2022
melviniyke2002:
Go to any good ac technician to check,maybe ur low on feon(gas),as for d sound u described its ok.
Thank you my person
Car TalkRe: My A/C Not Cool As B4 And Changes Engine Sound by izaac23(op):
Car TalkMy A/C Not Cool As B4 And Changes Engine Sound by izaac23(op):
My A/C in my Corolla 2003 was always top notch that at lowest, it freezes my hands when driving if I don't push the vent away from pouring directly on my hands,

But in recent months, if I engage it at that lowest, the breeze from the vent hardly blow to where I am sitting until I increase it and is not as cold as before atall, (although still manages to get cool)

When I engage the a/c, the engine sound changes when accelerating from a standstill or driving very slow. (It sounds like a spoilt farm truck) but when spead increases, it gets back to normal sound.

Some say it is normal that the engine is loaded, while some say that the sound is coming from the compressor and it needs attention.

Pls, my people help me, wat can I do to remedy this??
Car TalkRe: My Corolla Vibrates On Quick Acceleration by izaac23(op): 10:30pm On Jan 05, 2022
AutoMoTech:
If it not na engine problem definitely it wont show on scan data na.
Just consult a competent tech to help you narrow it down.
I gave the above response "solely based on" the response you provided above.
It was detected by a mechanic that it was wat they call camba and engine sitting that spoil, he changed them and everything is normal now, no bouncing, no vibration whatsoever.
Car TalkRe: How Can I Know An Original Spark Plugs? by izaac23(op): 10:08pm On Jan 05, 2022
Nafizzey:
Did the misfiring stop after you got this 8.8k Spark plug and what's the fuel consumption now compare to before.?
Yes, it stoped, thanks.
I will measure the fuel consumption on Saturday and feed u back when I fuel my car again.
Car TalkRe: My Car Consumes Too Much Fuel, Pls Help by izaac23(op): 9:55pm On Jan 05, 2022
Peppermintflav:
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How do u do this calculation because my own calculation gives me 19.8 miles per gallon ??
Car TalkRe: My Car Consumes Too Much Fuel, Pls Help by izaac23(op): 8:33pm On Jan 04, 2022
Structuralman:
Whenever you start your car, it will be in open loop for some minutes until the O2 sensors kicks in. Open loop means the car is not following any instructions regarding fuel use. More fuel will therefore be consumed. Once the O2 sensors begin to work the car ECU will control the amount of fuel being used by the car using the sensors. This is closed loop and less fuel will be consumed by the car.
But please start by buying an OBD 2 Bluetooth scanner from Jumia. It's very cheap and can detect basic car faults. Simply install torque app on your Android and use the scanner to scan the car. The error codes that will be shown will give you the exact root case of your car consuming too much fuel.
That is clear enough, thanks, I will check the OBD2 now and place order
Car TalkRe: My Car Consumes Too Much Fuel, Pls Help by izaac23(op): 8:15pm On Jan 04, 2022
Just to be sure that my calculation of 19mpg is correct,
I used 29.2 litres of fuel at a distance of 153miles
Someone can help me calculate just to be sure pls
Car TalkRe: My Car Consumes Too Much Fuel, Pls Help by izaac23(op): 7:48pm On Jan 04, 2022
Structuralman:
Check your fuel status with your scanner. Check whether the car is running in closed loop or open loop. Scan it after driving for a while.
I don't seems to grab anything from close loop to open loop u are talking about. Do I have a scannerhuh

Pls explain with english
Car TalkRe: My Car Consumes Too Much Fuel, Pls Help by izaac23(op): 7:40pm On Jan 04, 2022
muyoge:
You can't blow it. It is the device that determines the amount of fuel that gets mixed with air and it's an electrical device.

You cleaned the air filter not the airflow meter.
Pls tell me what an airflow meter is because I used to think air filter is another name for it. Pls explain.
Car TalkRe: Please Recommend A Good Place To Repaint My Car by izaac23(m): 6:46am On Jan 04, 2022
Church
Car TalkRe: Questions and answers thread on Ac System. by izaac23(m): 6:41am On Jan 04, 2022
Hello autologic.

My A/C used to be very cool at lowest that it freezes my hand when holding my steering to drive if I don't adjust the circulation vent away from my hand.

But now, the lowest does not even blow the air strong enough to touch me like before and it's not nearly as cool as before again (although it still cool sha) and when I engage the a/c, it makes this bad dragging sound like the exhaus is blown (but is not) when I accelerate from a static point and the sound clears up when the car is on the run.
Some people say is normal that is engine is loaded up, that why it makes the sound, but some say the sound is from the compressor, that I shud have it checked.

The car is Corolla 2003, pls help.
Car TalkRe: My Car Consumes Too Much Fuel, Pls Help by izaac23(op): 5:58am On Jan 04, 2022
coolcharm:
Plugs

Catalytic converter

Airflow meter

Engine
When I scan my check engine light which always comes up in a matter of days after clearing the previous, I am always told that it is a clucked catalystic converter.
Pls if this is the culprit, how can I deal with this and what is the cost of fixing this cuz I was told by my electrician that is very expensive to fix
Car TalkRe: My Car Consumes Too Much Fuel, Pls Help by izaac23(op): 5:54am On Jan 04, 2022
muyoge:
Have you checked the air- flow meter?
Ask if Corolla uses that, that might be the culprit.

And besides, which engine oil do you use?
If I understand you well, air-flow meter is the air filter on the right black box in the engine bay. If that is it, I have inspected that and blow the filter at a vulcaniser machine. It's still clean and in good condition

And I use mobile 1 5w30 synthetic oil.
Car TalkRe: Upgrading 03/04 Corolla To 05/06 by izaac23(m): 5:49am On Jan 04, 2022
I constantly have check engine light coming up on my car, when I scan, I will be told that is a clucked catalytic converter, pls how can I deal with this gurus??
Car TalkRe: How Can I Know An Original Spark Plugs? by izaac23(op): 11:20pm On Jan 03, 2022
Praxtech:
Find radautworks here. She sells brand new parts with warranty.
Thank you
Car TalkMy Car Consumes Too Much Fuel, Pls Help by izaac23(op): 11:18pm On Jan 03, 2022
I am driving a Corolla 2003, recently, I discovered that the money I use every week to fill my tank has increased tremendously for the past few weeks, I changed plugs, clean the air filter, but it still consumes 19miles per gallon, wat else can I do or check to start working like a Corolla which is known for fuel economy pls.

My pple pls help me.
Car TalkRe: How Can I Know An Original Spark Plugs? by izaac23(op): 11:11pm On Jan 03, 2022
adubam:
No original plugs would cost that cheap. Anyway good too know you've got what u wanted.
I researched deeply about signs to find in an original (NGK) plugs and how to spot a fake one for days, so when I told u I have found an original NGK G-Power spark plugs, u shud bliv me. The 4 cost me N8.8k, is that cheap considering that the fake goes for 3k the whole 4 plugshuh
Car TalkRe: How Can I Know An Original Spark Plugs? by izaac23(op): 7:06am On Jan 03, 2022
Dozieson:
This is rare bro
I have gotten an Original NGK G-Power spark plugs at the cost of N8800 for the four, (i.e, N2200 each plug) and my engine fires very good now compared to earlier. Although my car plugs recommendation is Iridium spark plugs, but am done with plugs. Thanks my pple
Car TalkRe: How Can I Know An Original Spark Plugs? by izaac23(op): 8:28pm On Dec 27, 2021
Dozieson:
Guy most cars in Nigeria are using fake plugs and they are driving fine. I have never had any plug issue with my Camry cars after 9 years
I learnt that overtime, a fake plug can damage engine, that is why I need original sir
Car TalkRe: My Corolla Vibrates On Quick Acceleration by izaac23(op): 8:26pm On Dec 27, 2021
AutoMoTech:
@OP follow this advice.
Since you stated clearly the vibration is from the engine. And also usually when you want to throttle or climb a hill.
I fixed a similar problem recently on an 03 corolla.
Problem was the spark plugs. I replaced with original tokunbo NGK spark plugs and movement was swift.
However in your case pls scan and diagnose the issue first to narrow down the cause.
Whatever is being suggested that it is are only guesses. No go touch wetin no spoil.
#Diagnose #Don'tThrowParts
I will do that tomorrow and get back to you.
But if it's not an engine problem, I doubt if the scan will show... Hence reason for this post to get ideas from experienced pple
Car TalkRe: How Can I Know An Original Spark Plugs? by izaac23(op): 11:57am On Dec 27, 2021
sultaan:
The correct spark plug is written on the emissions sticker on the inside of the bonnet near the latch
I will check now sir,
But getting the original one is tricky, because even the dealers can't tell the difference between the original and a fake

Someone here commented that he got a fake one from Amazon... Fear come catch me oo
Car TalkRe: My Corolla Vibrates On Quick Acceleration by izaac23(op): 11:53am On Dec 27, 2021
Dozieson:
Too risky.

To avoid stories that touches.

Use a very professional mechanic that works in a clean environment

Buy a new CV joint/shaft that is wrapped in a nylon. Tokunbo may have been contaminated.

Most mechanic are careless that is why you have to supervise the work

Also, allow the gear to cool overnight
Noted, thanks. I will call for inspection to be sure is even the problem with the vehicle first
Car TalkRe: My Corolla Vibrates On Quick Acceleration by izaac23(op): 11:28pm On Dec 26, 2021
Peppermintflav:
https://www.samarins.com/glossary/cv_joint.html
Oh... I see, that will be highly risky to touch
Car TalkHow Can I Know An Original Spark Plugs? by izaac23(op): 9:24pm On Dec 25, 2021
My people, I changed my spark plugs due to a mechanic advice when my Corolla 2003 misfired, now I realized the NGK plugs I bought were fake cuz misfire problems are coming up again and it consumes my fuel alot,

Pls how can I know an original spark plugs to buy and how much

If u are selling one and u are sure is original, contact me urgently pls
Car TalkRe: My Corolla Vibrates On Quick Acceleration by izaac23(op): 9:19pm On Dec 25, 2021
Peppermintflav:
Your CV joints are bad change them.
Wat is this CV joint pls?
Car TalkRe: My Corolla Vibrates On Quick Acceleration by izaac23(op): 9:17pm On Dec 25, 2021
JAYUK:
Well,from similar experience,it's the driving shaft cups that's the culprit,you will change many things ,do alignment, wheel balancing,finally you end up changing the driving shaft to have peace of mind.
I don't think it has gotten to this cuz I take care of that car very well, I use mobile 1 5w30 and I really travel, the longest journey I have done with it since almost 3 yrs ago I bought it is 138 miles journey
Car TalkRe: My Corolla Vibrates On Quick Acceleration by izaac23(op): 9:14pm On Dec 25, 2021
Dozieson:
Scan to know if plug have issues.
Hope the shock work have not remove the car from balancing and alignment.
The cheapest way to solve this issue is to scan and get codes, then go and rebalance your car tyres
I have balanced all the wheels and align them, it's still bouncing on motion
Car TalkRe: My Corolla Vibrates On Quick Acceleration by izaac23(op): 9:15am On Dec 24, 2021
Dozieson:
Is it steering shake or whole car vibration?

Did you do any work on the car or car legs recently?

When last did you balance your tires ?
Yes, I have worked on the legs, I changed front shocks because they were bad

Yes, my car alignment and balancing was done recently

The shaking is coming from the engine compartment, not the stearing, and I have also checked my tires, they are all in good conditions

Although I just replace a set of old plugs I removed which was attest by another mechanic that it was better than the one I bought to replace, saying that they are follow come plugs.

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