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| Anonymous Coward User ID: 12524540  United States08/14/2022 04:34 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Ok here is one. Maybe it's easy to answer. I purchased a 2016 Ford F 150 XL (couldn't afford the T) in 2017. It is a Ecoboost system. That means it shuts off when you are in drive and stopped, with brake depressed, like at a red light, for 40 seconds or a minute. The engine turns off but all your systems remain running, like your AC. When your brake begins to come up, your engine turns back on. You can see and feel when it stops and starts as your lights and radio seem to have a tiny break in them. But you would not notice really. Quoting: sad pony My question: my husband told me to turn this function off (it's a button on the dashboard to deactivate) as he would rather pay more for gas than have to replace a starter or ignition. Sometimes at red lights the truck may cycle thru this 4 or 5 times starting up each time. Do you think starters and ignitions are made longer lasting for all these extra starts and stops? Does it affect my alternator too? I do always turn it off as my husband told me too. Does it matter? Will it wear out my starter, alternator, and stuff like that faster? You should listen to your husband. Yep. Turn off that function unless you want to pay a mechanic $160 an hour plus the cost of a new starter. They did beef up the starters for this duty cycle of stop start cars. Oh, sure they did, wink, wink! Lol. It's a POS Ford...it'll fail just after warranty, just like their "beefy" transmissions that looove to fail at the 150k mark. I had s 1996 Ford truck with the dreaded/infamous Intake Manifold coolant leak that failed at the 36k mark, right after the warranty expired. The Stealer wanted $500 to replace even though it was a design flaw with their slanted bolt design. Yeah. |
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| The Messenger User ID: 69423873 United States08/14/2022 04:38 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Ok friend. I have a 2021 porsche panamera turbo 4.8 twin turbo. Here are the codes: P0021, P0304, P0303, P0300...Had plugs changed 24 hours ago. Car cut of but before then the vehicle engine was rocking from side to side and would no longer start after the battery died. Please help! |
| Anonymous Coward User ID: 12524540 United States08/14/2022 04:38 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Wife came with me to shop mechanic was showing BUTT CRACK Quoting: Anonymous Coward 82558010  Wife wouldn't stop staring Now every oil change she wants to be one to take it to shop Should I be concerned? You're a guy.... what you missed was his rugged good looks and the 6-pack abs that rippled through his work shirt, lol. |
| The Messenger User ID: 69423873 United States08/14/2022 04:39 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Ok friend. I have a 2021 porsche panamera turbo 4.8 twin turbo. Here are the codes: P0021, P0304, P0303, P0300...Had plugs changed 24 hours ago. Car cut of but before then the vehicle engine was rocking from side to side and would no longer start after the battery died. Please help! Typo...I have a 2010 porsche... |
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| Anonymous Coward User ID: 12524540 United States08/14/2022 04:42 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Ok friend. I have a 2021 porsche panamera turbo 4.8 twin turbo. Here are the codes: P0021, P0304, P0303, P0300...Had plugs changed 24 hours ago. Car cut of but before then the vehicle engine was rocking from side to side and would no longer start after the battery died. Please help! Thank the gods you're still under warranty and you won't have to shell out the $200 an hour labor cost, lol. |
| Anonymous Coward User ID: 12524540 United States08/14/2022 04:43 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Ok friend. I have a 2021 porsche panamera turbo 4.8 twin turbo. Here are the codes: P0021, P0304, P0303, P0300...Had plugs changed 24 hours ago. Car cut of but before then the vehicle engine was rocking from side to side and would no longer start after the battery died. Please help! Typo...I have a 2010 porsche... Ooooh, NOT under warranty....my condolences.... |
| Anonymous Coward User ID: 84012448 United States08/14/2022 04:48 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Question for all the experience. Quoting: Anonymous Coward 84012448 2015 Honda Civic....Money light is on Replaced Fuel Cap. Still on Should I use the parts cannon instead of a 200 dollar smoke test? What should I replace first? Evap purge valve or ? That car is turbo? They have a pretty convoluted purge system. Watch a few vids on your trouble code and see what you can find. Sometimes you can follow your nose. I've had quite a few cars come in with rat chewed lines on the top of the tank. Thanks! Not a turbo..1,8 liter NA. I have heard of the rat chewed lines on top of tank, any idea as to cost of replacing tank? Parts and labor approx $1500? |
Trained Noticer
Forum Moderator User ID: 80558422 United States08/14/2022 04:55 PM  Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | 2001 Dodge Ram Diesel Cummins Quoting: Trained Noticer Hard start after sitting, will kill batteries after sitting overnight it takes so much cranking. Even when bumping starter to pre-run the lift pump several times. Disconnected hose at injector pump, ran lift pump, tons of fuel. Once started, runs fine. (I have installed a check valve before and after the fuel filter, so fuel is not draining back that way.) No evidence of fuel leak anywhere. Very frustrating. Any ideas? Thanks in advance.  Check the transfer tubes. If they are leaking you won't build rail pressure and the fuel goes back to the tank via a head gally. Take a wrench 7/8, I think, and go down the line and tighten the large nuts outside where the fuel line bolts to the transfer tube. Don't kill it, the torque spec is 37 ft lbs, but you'll be able to tell if you have a loose one. https://imgur.com/uiIN6XKThanks. Checked 'em all again. All very snug. Could it be a bad injector? Fuel mileage sux, but it does have 380,000 miles on it. Can't imagine it being the VP44 since it runs fine once started.  For those who believe, no proof is necessary. For those who don't believe, no proof is possible. (Stuart Chase) It's easier to fool people than to convince them that they have been fooled. (Mark Twain) |
| Anonymous Coward (OP) User ID: 83635896 United States08/14/2022 04:59 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Question for all the experience. Quoting: Anonymous Coward 84012448 2015 Honda Civic....Money light is on Replaced Fuel Cap. Still on Should I use the parts cannon instead of a 200 dollar smoke test? What should I replace first? Evap purge valve or ? That car is turbo? They have a pretty convoluted purge system. Watch a few vids on your trouble code and see what you can find. Sometimes you can follow your nose. I've had quite a few cars come in with rat chewed lines on the top of the tank. Thanks! Not a turbo..1,8 liter NA. I have heard of the rat chewed lines on top of tank, any idea as to cost of replacing tank? Parts and labor approx $1500? Well a proper diagnosis begins with a leak test with a smoke machine. The machine blows pressurized smoke into the system and the vent is blocked. If there's a leak, smoke will be seeping or streaming out of it. The smoke is also fluoroscopic so you can see where the leak is with a black light. If no leak is seen a flow test is performed and if the flow meter goes to zero then you know you have system integrity and the fault likely lies in the leak detection pump, switch or solenoid. |
| tiger1
User ID: 79267566 United States08/14/2022 05:01 PM  Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Oldest daughter has a 2003 Saturn Vue. If it isn't driven every day, it won't start on the 2nd day of sitting. The mechanic said it was the battery, so they put a new battery in it. After a few days, it started doing the same thing again. She took it to another mechanic who also said it was the battery. So, she stupidly paid for another battery at the 2nd mechanics shop. It started the same thing again in a few days. I am thinking there is a short in the electrical system somewhere. If she wants to go somewhere, she has to put it on charge for an hour, minimum. Praise God from Whom all Blessings flow !!! |
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| Anonymous Coward (OP) User ID: 83635896 United States08/14/2022 05:04 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | 2001 Dodge Ram Diesel Cummins Quoting: Trained Noticer Hard start after sitting, will kill batteries after sitting overnight it takes so much cranking. Even when bumping starter to pre-run the lift pump several times. Disconnected hose at injector pump, ran lift pump, tons of fuel. Once started, runs fine. (I have installed a check valve before and after the fuel filter, so fuel is not draining back that way.) No evidence of fuel leak anywhere. Very frustrating. Any ideas? Thanks in advance. :goob5: Check the transfer tubes. If they are leaking you won't build rail pressure and the fuel goes back to the tank via a head gally. Take a wrench 7/8, I think, and go down the line and tighten the large nuts outside where the fuel line bolts to the transfer tube. Don't kill it, the torque spec is 37 ft lbs, but you'll be able to tell if you have a loose one. [imgur] [link to imgur.com (secure)] Thanks. Checked 'em all again. All very snug. Could it be a bad injector? Fuel mileage sux, but it does have 380,000 miles on it. Can't imagine it being the VP44 since it runs fine once started. :gomergas2: Ooohh... A VP44. I was thinking common rail. Any codes? There were two rpm sequencers in those. I could tell you stories about that pump that would keep you up at night. |
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| The Messenger User ID: 69423873 United States08/14/2022 05:06 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Ok friend. I have a 2021 porsche panamera turbo 4.8 twin turbo. Here are the codes: P0021, P0304, P0303, P0300...Had plugs changed 24 hours ago. Car cut of but before then the vehicle engine was rocking from side to side and would no longer start after the battery died. Please help! Typo...I have a 2010 porsche... Ooooh, NOT under warranty....my condolences.... Awaiting a response from OP |
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| Anonymous Coward User ID: 84015231 United States08/14/2022 05:08 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | OK, I'll ask a question. Quoting: JustmeTX I have a 2015 Honda Crosstour with the 3.5 engine. It has the variable cylinder cutout function so that it will turn off 2 or 3 cylinders when the power is not needed. I bought a little kit that disables this feature. The mileage might have gotten 1 mpg worse. But the power increase is incredible. I bought the function delete kit because I don't like the idea of a camshaft changing configurations 10 times a minute or whatever. Just seems like a really bad design. Also I have heard that the cylinders wear prematurely in the ones that it turns off. Any thoughts or concerns? The kit fakes out the coolant temperature sensor that is used to prevent the feature from working during warm-up. The Coolant temperature gauge still works, but the ECO light never comes on now, and the power is always there. Way overpowered for such a light vehicle. I think it is just under 300 HP. I think you did the right thing. I know the cylinder wear in the disabled cylinders was an issue in early models that were equipped with that function due to lack of oil reaching those cylinders. I think I remember hearing that the problem was resolved in newer models though. I would still keep it disabled either way. |
| Anonymous Coward User ID: 84015231 United States08/14/2022 05:11 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | 2008 Escalade EXT with 6.2L. Engine is ticking intermittently. Only noticeable at idle. Happens with engine cold and hot. Also getting a puff of blue smoke on startup that is intermittent, both cold and hot as well. 160K miles. I’m guessing I need a valve job which I didn’t think would be too costly. Quote from a local MX was ~$5k, or $7K for a new engine. At this point I’m just planning on running it until it fails and then do the new engine. I also have a 2002 EXT with 350K miles, original engine that runs perfect. Leaks a little oil but doesn’t burn it, so I plan to keep the 2008 for a long time. What would you do? Could just be carbon deposits on the valves or the valve seats. Some good fuel injection cleaner or carb cutter type stuff might help to alleviate the problem. You should look into ways to remove carbon from the engine. A lot of stuff for sale is worthless. There is some good stuff out there too though from what I hear. Maybe a good engine flush on your next oil change? |
| Anonymous Coward User ID: 62070264 United States08/14/2022 05:13 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | I'm thinking about repainting my Mustang. Any ideas. you need to click youtube link. [link to drive.google.com (secure)] small pic but great video need to clik link .. |
| Anonymous Coward User ID: 72662529 United States08/14/2022 05:14 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | What's the most obvious reason my lawn mower will only run on choke and what do to two adjustment screws, with stops, on top of the carburetor regulate? Quoting: Anonymous Coward 72662529 Clogged fuel filter. Gelified alcohol from the gas tank can clog it up. Remove fuel filter and blow it out. Will try it. I recently replaced the filter but there was some bad fuel in the line, which also had to be replaced. Could be defective filter too I suppose. Thanks |
| Anonymous Coward User ID: 84015231 United States08/14/2022 05:15 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Ok friend. I have a 2021 porsche panamera turbo 4.8 twin turbo. Here are the codes: P0021, P0304, P0303, P0300...Had plugs changed 24 hours ago. Car cut of but before then the vehicle engine was rocking from side to side and would no longer start after the battery died. Please help! Only one solution. Spend lots of money continuously at the Porsche Dealer until you eventually sell the car for a tiny fraction of what you paid for it. It should be under warranty though right? |
| JustmeTX
User ID: 80193276 United States08/14/2022 05:17 PM  Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | OK, I'll ask a question. Quoting: JustmeTX I have a 2015 Honda Crosstour with the 3.5 engine. It has the variable cylinder cutout function so that it will turn off 2 or 3 cylinders when the power is not needed. I bought a little kit that disables this feature. The mileage might have gotten 1 mpg worse. But the power increase is incredible. I bought the function delete kit because I don't like the idea of a camshaft changing configurations 10 times a minute or whatever. Just seems like a really bad design. Also I have heard that the cylinders wear prematurely in the ones that it turns off. Any thoughts or concerns? The kit fakes out the coolant temperature sensor that is used to prevent the feature from working during warm-up. The Coolant temperature gauge still works, but the ECO light never comes on now, and the power is always there. Way overpowered for such a light vehicle. I think it is just under 300 HP. I think you did the right thing. I know the cylinder wear in the disabled cylinders was an issue in early models that were equipped with that function due to lack of oil reaching those cylinders. I think I remember hearing that the problem was resolved in newer models though. I would still keep it disabled either way. Thanks Justme |
| Anonymous Coward User ID: 84015231 United States08/14/2022 05:17 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Ok friend. I have a 2021 porsche panamera turbo 4.8 twin turbo. Here are the codes: P0021, P0304, P0303, P0300...Had plugs changed 24 hours ago. Car cut of but before then the vehicle engine was rocking from side to side and would no longer start after the battery died. Please help! Typo...I have a 2010 porsche... In that case enjoy reminiscing the good times you had with the car, I'm sure it was awesome when it was new and working good but those days are most likely over. The Germans are not building cars like they used too. No longer built to last and very expensive when they fail. |
| The Messenger User ID: 69423873 United States08/14/2022 05:19 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | ... Quoting: The Messenger 69423873 Ok friend. I have a 2021 porsche panamera turbo 4.8 twin turbo. Here are the codes: P0021, P0304, P0303, P0300...Had plugs changed 24 hours ago. Car cut of but before then the vehicle engine was rocking from side to side and would no longer start after the battery died. Please help! Typo...I have a 2010 porsche... Ooooh, NOT under warranty....my condolences.... Awaiting a response from OP Still waiting for a response from OP. It is a 2010 not a 2021 |
| Trained Noticer
Forum Moderator User ID: 80558422 United States08/14/2022 05:21 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | 2001 Dodge Ram Diesel Cummins Quoting: Trained Noticer Hard start after sitting, will kill batteries after sitting overnight it takes so much cranking. Even when bumping starter to pre-run the lift pump several times. Disconnected hose at injector pump, ran lift pump, tons of fuel. Once started, runs fine. (I have installed a check valve before and after the fuel filter, so fuel is not draining back that way.) No evidence of fuel leak anywhere. Very frustrating. Any ideas? Thanks in advance. Check the transfer tubes. If they are leaking you won't build rail pressure and the fuel goes back to the tank via a head gally. Take a wrench 7/8, I think, and go down the line and tighten the large nuts outside where the fuel line bolts to the transfer tube. Don't kill it, the torque spec is 37 ft lbs, but you'll be able to tell if you have a loose one. https://imgur.com/uiIN6XKThanks. Checked 'em all again. All very snug. Could it be a bad injector? Fuel mileage sux, but it does have 380,000 miles on it. Can't imagine it being the VP44 since it runs fine once started. Ooohh... A VP44. I was thinking common rail. Any codes? There were two rpm sequencers in those. I could tell you stories about that pump that would keep you up at night. No Codes. Yeah, the original VP44 fried on interstate pulling trailer of show horses. Was a very bad day. Bad next day changing it in the rain in the parking lot of the Louisville Expo center (Freedom Hall).  Last Edited by Trained Noticer on 08/14/2022 05:24 PM For those who believe, no proof is necessary. For those who don't believe, no proof is possible. (Stuart Chase) It's easier to fool people than to convince them that they have been fooled. (Mark Twain) |
| Anonymous Coward User ID: 84015231 United States08/14/2022 05:21 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Oldest daughter has a 2003 Saturn Vue. If it isn't driven every day, it won't start on the 2nd day of sitting. The mechanic said it was the battery, so they put a new battery in it. After a few days, it started doing the same thing again. She took it to another mechanic who also said it was the battery. So, she stupidly paid for another battery at the 2nd mechanics shop. It started the same thing again in a few days. Quoting: tiger1 I am thinking there is a short in the electrical system somewhere. If she wants to go somewhere, she has to put it on charge for an hour, minimum. Yep, sounds like something is draining the battery while the car is off. Electrical troubleshooting is required. There are devices that can pick up electrical draw without tapping into the wires. You can start checking the wires when the ignition is off and see if there is current running through any of the circuits. I think Scotty Kilmer did a youtube vid on it. |
| Anonymous Coward User ID: 84015231 United States08/14/2022 05:22 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | ... Quoting: The Messenger 69423873 Ok friend. I have a 2021 porsche panamera turbo 4.8 twin turbo. Here are the codes: P0021, P0304, P0303, P0300...Had plugs changed 24 hours ago. Car cut of but before then the vehicle engine was rocking from side to side and would no longer start after the battery died. Please help! Typo...I have a 2010 porsche... Ooooh, NOT under warranty....my condolences.... Awaiting a response from OP Thanx for the update. |
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| Anonymous Coward (OP) User ID: 83635896 United States08/14/2022 05:29 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | ... Quoting: The Messenger 69423873 Ok friend. I have a 2021 porsche panamera turbo 4.8 twin turbo. Here are the codes: P0021, P0304, P0303, P0300...Had plugs changed 24 hours ago. Car cut of but before then the vehicle engine was rocking from side to side and would no longer start after the battery died. Please help! Typo...I have a 2010 porsche... Ooooh, NOT under warranty....my condolences.... Awaiting a response from OP Hang on.. Delicately mulling this one over. |
