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Re: Tell Us Your Car Faults. Let's Assess And Fix Them by AsoRockDe1st(m): 2:17pm On Nov 15, 2022

kingreign:
Wetin be ok?

Lol, I have been thinking about my cars fault since o

Re: Tell Us Your Car Faults. Let's Assess And Fix Them by hoyinmide(m): 5:21pm On Nov 15, 2022

Good afternoon
Please I am having an issue with my Acura TL
The vsa check light keeps coming on!!!

Is it safe to drive that way huh

and what may be the cause??

Re: Tell Us Your Car Faults. Let's Assess And Fix Them by AsoRockDe1st(m): 5:27pm On Nov 15, 2022

hoyinmide:
Good afternoon
Please I am having an issue with my Acura TL
The vsa check light keeps coming on!!!

Is it safe to drive that way and what may be the cause??

Is not safe, ur engine is in danger, try to me ur mechanic or a very automobile electrian for diagnosis.

Many things can cause the check light to come up.

Faulty Plugs
Bad Oil pump
Dirt in bottom plate oil filter etc

Re: Tell Us Your Car Faults. Let's Assess And Fix Them by hoyinmide(m): 5:30pm On Nov 15, 2022

AsoRockDe1st:
Is not safe, ur engine is in danger, try to me ur mechanic or a very automobile electrian for diagnosis.

Many things can cause the check light to come up.

Faulty Plugs
Bad Oil pump
Dirt in bottom plate oil filter etc

Oh okay sir but I am not sure it has anything to do with the above listed.

Re: Tell Us Your Car Faults. Let's Assess And Fix Them by AsoRockDe1st(m): 5:33pm On Nov 15, 2022

hoyinmide:
Oh okay sir but I am not sure it has anything to do with the above listed.

Wat do u think u might be the cause?

Re: Tell Us Your Car Faults. Let's Assess And Fix Them by Austinage: 5:53pm On Nov 15, 2022

CamelCase:
I drive a 2006 Toyota sienna, ok I began noticing black sprays of oil behind my rear hatch(butt).. took it for inspection mech said an oil is leaking.. mumu me haven't been guaging my ATF level.

We check and ATF was completely dried.. I topped two littlers of oando ATF and drove home that night. He said we needed to changed the oil seal..

Haven't had chance to go for change yet..

I don't know if this will require dropping the gear box

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0htM6GYGccw

Re: Tell Us Your Car Faults. Let's Assess And Fix Them by vivalavida(m): 6:35pm On Nov 15, 2022

hoyinmide:
Good afternoon
Please I am having an issue with my Acura TL
The vsa check light keeps coming on!!!

Is it safe to drive that way and what may be the cause??

Is your ABS light on?
Have u checked the VSA fuse?
Scan too

Re: Tell Us Your Car Faults. Let's Assess And Fix Them by kingreign(op): 6:42pm On Nov 15, 2022

AsoRockDe1st:
Is not safe, ur engine is in danger, try to me ur mechanic or a very automobile electrian for diagnosis.

Many things can cause the check light to come up.

Faulty Plugs
Bad Oil pump
Dirt in bottom plate oil filter etc

Please this is totally incorrect

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Re: Tell Us Your Car Faults. Let's Assess And Fix Them by AsoRockDe1st(m): 6:47pm On Nov 15, 2022

kingreign:
Please this is totally incorrect

Shey?

Re: Tell Us Your Car Faults. Let's Assess And Fix Them by AsoRockDe1st(m): 6:57pm On Nov 15, 2022

hoyinmide:
Good afternoon
Please I am having an issue with my Acura TL
The vsa check light keeps coming on!!!

Is it safe to drive that way and what may be the cause??

Without VSA, your car will have normal braking and cornering ability, but it will not have VSA traction and stability enhancement. This switch is under the left vent. Press it to turn the Vehicle Stability Assist system on and off. When VSA is off, the VSA Activation Indicator light comes on as a reminder......

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Re: Tell Us Your Car Faults. Let's Assess And Fix Them by AsoRockDe1st(m): 6:58pm On Nov 15, 2022

kingreign:
Please this is totally incorrect

If the VSA System Indicator lights up and stays on, it means there’s a problem with the system itself. If you see it, pull over when it’s safe to do so, and turn the engine off and then back on. If the light returns, then arrange a service inspection to diagnose the fault.

In the meantime, it’s perfectly safe to drive your car, but the VSA system won’t be there to protect you in difficult conditions, so it’s a good idea to drive with extra care until the problem is fixed..

Re: Tell Us Your Car Faults. Let's Assess And Fix Them by kingreign(op): 6:59pm On Nov 15, 2022

hoyinmide:
Good afternoon
Please I am having an issue with my Acura TL
The vsa check light keeps coming on!!!

Is it safe to drive that way and what may be the cause??

Your VSA means Vehicle Stability Assist. It’s part of your traction system and it’s tied to a few components in your car. Scan your Brake/ABS/VSA and post the codes here we shall assist you resolve it remotely. By the way, what year is the Acura TL?

Re: Tell Us Your Car Faults. Let's Assess And Fix Them by kingreign(op): 7:00pm On Nov 15, 2022

AsoRockDe1st:
If the VSA System Indicator lights up and stays on, it means there’s a problem with the system itself. If you see it, pull over when it’s safe to do so, and turn the engine off and then back on. If the light returns, then arrange a service inspection to diagnose the fault.

In the meantime, it’s perfectly safe to drive your car, but the VSA system won’t be there to protect you in difficult conditions, so it’s a good idea to drive with extra care until the problem is fixed..

Lol, I’m not the one with the issue of VSA sir.

Re: Tell Us Your Car Faults. Let's Assess And Fix Them by 9icetoo(m): 7:26pm On Nov 15, 2022

AsoRockDe1st:
Is not safe, ur engine is in danger, try to me ur mechanic or a very automobile electrian for diagnosis.

Many things can cause the check light to come up.

Faulty Plugs
Bad Oil pump
Dirt in bottom plate oil filter etc

Bad oil pump Kwa?
Dirt in sump Kwa.

Oga, leave mechanic work for mechanic na.

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Re: Tell Us Your Car Faults. Let's Assess And Fix Them by hoyinmide(m): 11:07pm On Nov 15, 2022

vivalavida:
Is your ABS light on?
Have u checked the VSA fuse?
Scan too

Yes Abs light is on

Re: Tell Us Your Car Faults. Let's Assess And Fix Them by hoyinmide(m): 11:08pm On Nov 15, 2022

kingreign:
Your VSA means Vehicle Stability Assist. It’s part of your traction system and it’s tied to a few components in your car. Scan your Brake/ABS/VSA and post the codes here we shall assist you resolve it remotely. By the way, what year is the Acura TL?

010

Re: Tell Us Your Car Faults. Let's Assess And Fix Them by vivalavida(m): 3:51am On Nov 16, 2022

hoyinmide:
Yes Abs light is on

I believe if u solve the ABS issue, the VSA light will go off.

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Re: Tell Us Your Car Faults. Let's Assess And Fix Them by kingreign(op): 7:13am On Nov 16, 2022

hoyinmide:
010

Run a scan on the brake/ABS/VSA system and post the code here, I will tell you what to do to solve it.

Re: Tell Us Your Car Faults. Let's Assess And Fix Them by Ogbeniyoung4(m): 4:24am On Nov 18, 2022

kingreign:
This is a thread created for people to tell us their vehicle faults and we on our part can give solutions to their car faults. Where applicable, we may make references using pictures, videos and others to provide answers and solutions.

Please, state the name, model and year of your car, type of transmission and engine, and the location of the car to enable quicker response.

Hello, please I drive a 2011 Toyota Camry, I discovered recently that whenever I start my car the engine is always cool until I on the AC, then it clicked and changes sound, please is it normal?

Happy motoring!!

Re: Tell Us Your Car Faults. Let's Assess And Fix Them by kingreign(op): 12:51pm On Nov 18, 2022

Ogbeniyoung4:
Hello, please I drive a 2011 Toyota Camry, I discovered recently that whenever I start my car the engine is always cool until I on the AC, then it clicked and changes sound, please is it normal

I have not seen or diagnose the car to know the type of sound it produces when you turn on your AC, so I can’t tell if it is normal or not.

Re: Tell Us Your Car Faults. Let's Assess And Fix Them by funkeyuche: 7:44am On Nov 19, 2022

Please can you help me to estimate the cost of these repairs on a Toyota tiny light.
- Brake System is bad. Faulty Brake Master and Wheel Cylinder
- AC is not cooling
- Mud Guard Missing
- Bonnet lock is missing

Re: Tell Us Your Car Faults. Let's Assess And Fix Them by funkeyuche: 7:46am On Nov 19, 2022

Please also help me estimate the repair cost of these Toyota used for uber.

- Broken Wing Mirror
- Power Steering Fluid is leaking
- Engine Oil light is Permanantly on(Oil Strainer and Routine Service)
- No Spare Tyre
- Booth Lock is bad
- Broken Windscreen.
Thank you.

Re: Tell Us Your Car Faults. Let's Assess And Fix Them by timenamoney: 7:49pm On Nov 19, 2022

Can an obd Bluetooth scanner get power from obd port without ECU fuse in fuse box?

Just discovered my obd Bluetooth scanner can't connect to ECU any more but can connect to my android Bluetooth via torque app

Am trying diagnose the issue and get a lot tips online sayings blown ECU fuse can make obd Bluetooth scanner not to get power, but my obd Bluetooth scanner can get power without the fuse and can't connect with ECU

Obd Bluetooth scanner can connect with other cars ECU

What are my looking at?
Toyota Camry 1997 or 1999

Re: Tell Us Your Car Faults. Let's Assess And Fix Them by kingreign(op): 9:17pm On Nov 19, 2022

funkeyuche:
Please also help me estimate the repair cost of these Toyota used for uber.

- Broken Wing Mirror
- Power Steering Fluid is leaking
- Engine Oil light is Permanantly on(Oil Strainer and Routine Service)
- No Spare Tyre
- Booth Lock is bad
- Broken Windscreen.
Thank you.

I guess this is a 1975 toyota crown

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Re: Tell Us Your Car Faults. Let's Assess And Fix Them by kingreign(op): 9:19pm On Nov 19, 2022

timenamoney:
Can an obd Bluetooth scanner get power from obd port without ECU fuse in fuse box?

Just discovered my obd Bluetooth scanner can't connect to ECU any more but can connect to my android Bluetooth via torque app

Am trying diagnose the issue and get a lot tips online sayings blown ECU fuse can make obd Bluetooth scanner not to get power, but my obd Bluetooth scanner can get power without the fuse and can't connect with ECU

Obd Bluetooth scanner can connect with other cars ECU

What are my looking at?
Toyota Camry 1997 or 1999

As long as a 12v power goes into that OBD 2 port, any compatible device you plug in will be powered. But for the Obd2 scan tool to communicate with the vehicle is a different story.

Re: Tell Us Your Car Faults. Let's Assess And Fix Them by timenamoney: 9:23pm On Nov 19, 2022

Trustingod777:
My toyota sienna 2007 consumes 20 liters for a 20km drive from egbeda to ikeja airport. No check engine on dashboard working perfectly but no catalyst Please I need your advice to solve the problem

what is the recommended mile per gallon (mpg) for your car?

Is your fan connected directly to the batry to run continuesly ? It affects fuel consumption and batry life

Is there thermostat in your engine? If No your car is operating in open loop( more fuel) most of the time

Is your check engine light on? If yes use an obd scanner to scan fault code to know if your EGR valve and others sensors e.g (o2 sensor) is working properly for better fuel economy etc

Check the recommended air psi ( air quantity) for your currently use tires type

Check your fuel tank for leaks and tight your fuel cap properly

Check your ECU (brain box) for failure, it should have reported a reason for the high fuel consumption

Timenamoney

Re: Tell Us Your Car Faults. Let's Assess And Fix Them by timenamoney: 10:06pm On Nov 19, 2022

kingreign:
As long as a 12v power goes into that OBD 2 port, any compatible device you plug in will be powered. But for the Obd2 scan tool to communicate with the vehicle is a different story.

Can a 12 volt power get to the obd port without a fuse or with blown fuse at the ECU fuse location in the fuse box under the bonet?

After removing the ECU (good) fuse I still get power, is that proper ?

Where does the ECU get power from?

Is the obd port not connected to the ECU and is the ECU not connected to a fuse in the box under the bonet?

What should I do concerning ECU not communicating with scanner anymore?

I can't drive my lovely car with a check engine light on, especially now ECU can't talk, because Im in love with this car, and can never hurt her because of the love she has shown me for never letting me down anytime

Re: Tell Us Your Car Faults. Let's Assess And Fix Them by kingreign(op): 12:00am On Nov 20, 2022

timenamoney:
Can a 12 volt power get to the obd port without a fuse or with blown fuse at the ECU fuse location in the fuse box under the bonet?

After removing the ECU (good) fuse I still get power, is that proper ?

Where does the ECU get power from?

Is the obd port not connected to the ECU and is the ECU not connected to a fuse in the box under the bonet?

What should I do concerning ECU not communicating with scanner anymore?

I can't drive my lovely car with a check engine light on, especially now ECU can't talk, because Im in love with this car, and can never hurt her because of the love she has shown me for never letting me down anytime

How very knowledgeable are you about your vehicle’s electrical systems?
On a scale of 1- 10 rate yourself.

Re: Tell Us Your Car Faults. Let's Assess And Fix Them by timenamoney: 7:39am On Nov 20, 2022

kingreign:
How very knowledgeable are you about your vehicle’s electrical systems?
On a scale of 1- 10 rate yourself.

lol I'm just this guy that use recommended fuse and knows the accessories and fans should not be connected to the battery directly to achieve 5 or six years usage, a rewire recently jumped wire to successfully run ac, am suspecting that connection is giving my ECU current all the time and may have damaged something, the ECU fuse is supposed blow in case of a voltage issue.

Re: Tell Us Your Car Faults. Let's Assess And Fix Them by kingreign(op): 7:44am On Nov 20, 2022

timenamoney:
lol I'm just this guy that use recommended fuse and knows the accessories and fans should not be connected to the battery directly to achieve 5 or six years usage, a rewire recently jumped wire to successfully run ac, am suspecting that connection is giving my ECU current all the time and may have damaged something, the ECU fuse is supposed blow in case of a voltage issue.

No need for plenty explanations, get a competent electrician to fix that car if it has any electrical issue.

Re: Tell Us Your Car Faults. Let's Assess And Fix Them by autologic: 3:27pm On Nov 20, 2022

timenamoney:
Can a 12 volt power get to the obd port without a fuse or with blown fuse at the ECU fuse location in the fuse box under the bonet?

After removing the ECU (good) fuse I still get power, is that proper ?

Where does the ECU get power from?

Is the obd port not connected to the ECU and is the ECU not connected to a fuse in the box under the bonet?

What should I do concerning ECU not communicating with scanner anymore?

I can't drive my lovely car with a check engine light on, especially now ECU can't talk, because Im in love with this car, and can never hurt her because of the love she has shown me for never letting me down anytime

try to open a new thread for your question and we insightfully look at it together

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Re: Tell Us Your Car Faults. Let's Assess And Fix Them by kingreign(op): 5:18pm On Nov 20, 2022

autologic:
try to open a new thread for your question and we insightfully look at it together

No, you are free to respond to him here brother.

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