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ScanLine Dan
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Joined: Jun 4, 2026
Topics: 3 / Replies: 11
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RE: P0302 moved after an injector swap—what should be checked before replacement?

A fault that follows the injector is strong A/B evidence. Reinspect both connectors for pushed or spread terminals, confirm the harness was not tensio...

3 weeks ago
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RE: What prerequisites should block a forced DPF regeneration?

The checklist prevented a regen on a vehicle whose differential-pressure hose was blocked and whose calculated soot was only moderate. Repairing the s...

1 month ago
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RE: Accord electronic parking brake will not apply after rear pad service

Verify the right connector is fully seated, inspect terminal position and test power, ground and command at the actuator during the guided exit from m...

1 month ago
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RE: Kia Niro repeatedly needs the 12V Battery Reset after sitting overnight

Charge and test the low-voltage battery, but capture the draw and wake reason before replacing it. Move all keys away, monitor handle-request states a...

2 months ago
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RE: 2018 Volvo XC60 says Start/Stop service required but the main battery tests well

The support battery fell below its load-test limit while its cables dropped less than 0.1 V. Replacing it and performing the specified battery-monitor...

3 months ago
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RE: What measurement order prevents a rotor-runout diagnosis from blaming the new disc?

Measure and record hub-face runout first with the contact point near the rotor mounting radius. Clean the mating surfaces without removing material un...

3 months ago
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RE: 2019 Equinox 1.5T P0299 leaves oil mist around one charge-pipe clip

Support the charge system at the service-specified test points and apply regulated air or smoke below the published limit. Move the pipe gently throug...

3 months ago
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RE: 2017 GLC 300 M274 loses coolant with no puddle after parking

Start by cleaning the residue so you can distinguish an active track from an old spill. With the undertray removed, inspect the thermostat housing, pu...

3 months ago
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RE: 2018 CR-V 1.5T oil level is rising during repeated short trips

Document oil level on the same surface and temperature, then verify actual coolant warm-up against the thermostat specification. Review software updat...

3 months ago
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RE: P0171 and P0174: fuel trims high at idle but improve at 2,500 rpm

The smoke test exposed a split on the underside of the PCV elbow where it bends behind the intake. It was invisible from above. After replacing the el...

3 months ago
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RE: 2018 F-150 3.5 EcoBoost has a two-second rattle only after an overnight soak

Record cold-start oil pressure with a suitable mechanical transducer and capture crank, cam desired and cam actual on both banks from the first revolu...

3 months ago