Monday, March 17, 2014
How to Turn Off Service Engine Soon Light on 2002 Ford Pickup
A 2002 Ford pickup is equipped with an On-Board Diagnostic II (OBD II) computer. This computer reads trouble codes sent from sensors positioned throughout the vehicle, and it keeps track of when the pickup needs to be serviced. When you see the Service Engine Soon light illuminate on your instrument panel, this is information being sent to you from the vehicles computer. Make sure you service the engine first before you attempt to reset and turn off the light. Otherwise the light will just keep turning back on and it wont accurately keep track of when your vehicle needs servicing.
Instructions
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Lift up the hood of the pickup and prop it open. Remove the battery cable from the negative side of the battery using a 1/2-inch end wrench. Let the truck sit for about five minutes. Put the cable back in place and close the hood.
2Put the key into the ignition and start the engine. Look at your instrument panel to see if the Service Engine Soon light turned off. If it didnt turn off, go to an auto parts store and buy an OBD-II code scanner to reset the light.
3Plug the connector on the OBD-II code scanner into the port to the left under the steering column. Put the key into the ignition and turn the car on but dont start the engine. Key into your scanner your pickups make, model and engine size.
4Wait for the trouble code for Service Engine Soon to appear on the scanner. When it does, press "delete." Remove the scanner from the port and start the engine. The light should now turn off.
Monday, December 2, 2013
How to Turn Off the Seatbelt Chime on a 2005 Chevy
You can turn off the seat belt chime on your 2005 Chevrolet yourself from your home garage. The chime is there to remind you that you need to fasten your belt, but many people find it very annoying. Just keep in mind that it is illegal to drive without your seat belt fastened in most states. So leave the chime intact if you live in one of these states, as turning off the chime wont allow you to use the seat belt.
Instructions
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Call a junkyard and ask if they have any 2005 Chevrolet vehicles in your exact model. If they do, ask them if they have any seat belt assemblies. Some yards will remove the seat belt part for you, but you may have to do it yourself at others. If so, make sure you bring a Flathead screwdriver and a socket wrench set with you.
2Cut the seat belt strap with scissors and remove the seat belt clip by sliding it from the seat belt strap.
3Fasten the clip into the seat belt buckle on your vehicle. This will shut off the seat belt chime.
Wednesday, November 27, 2013
How to Turn Off the Traction Control Light in a 2001 Jaguar 4 0
An illuminated traction control light in a 2001 Jaguar 4.0 is an indication that the ABS computer detects a problem with the traction control or anti-lock braking system. This could represent a current problem or a previous problem that has yet to be cleared from the ABS computers memory. An illuminated traction control light will remain on until the ABS computers memory is cleared and reset. In order to clear the computers memory and turn off the traction control light, a connection must be established between the ABS computer and an automotive scan tool. Once a connection is established, the memory can be cleared and the light will turn off automatically.
Instructions
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Rotate the ignition switch to the OFF position in order to turn off the engine.
2Locate the Jaguars diagnostic communications interface port, or DCIP. The DCIP is mounted just out of side, underneath the dashboard, below the steering wheel. The port has 16 connection pins and is the male end that connects to the female end of the scan tool.
3Connect the female end of the scan tool to the male DCIP and turn the ignition switch to the ON position, then power on the scan tool.
4Enter the make, model and year of your vehicle when prompted by the scan tool. Search the menus using the navigation keys on the scan tool and enter the ABS computer menu. Choose the option to read the trouble codes from the ABS computers memory. Write down the trouble codes that display on the screen. These alphanumeric codes have a very high diagnostic value and can explain why the code was triggered, should the light re-illuminate once the codes are cleared.
5Choose the option to clear the codes from the computers memory. Once the memory is clear, the scan tool will indicate this on the main screen. Disconnect the tool and start the Jaguars engine. Confirm that the traction control light is now off.
Tuesday, October 22, 2013
How to Replace the Turn Signal Flasher on a 2001 Jeep Cherokee
The 2001 Jeep Cherokee turn signals and emergency flashers both are controlled by the flasher relay. If your turn signals or emergency lights are not flashing properly and you have verified the bulbs are functional, the relay may be burned out. You can purchase a replacement relay from an auto parts store and replace it at home. Keeping your turn signals and hazard lights functioning properly provides safety on the road.
Instructions
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Position the Cherokees steering wheel in the highest position possible to make it easier to access the dashboard panels.
2Remove the three screws securing the lower dashboard panel below the steering wheel with a Phillips screwdriver. Pull the trim panel off the dashboard.
3Grasp the turn signal relay, and pull straight back to disconnect it. The turn signal relay is mounted just above the fuse box on the drivers side, and the relay is stamped with either "50732" or "TBB89" for easy identification.
4Push the replacement relay into the mounting area until it is secure. Replace the lower dashboard panel. Insert the three screws back into the dashboard panel, and tighten them with a Phillips screwdriver.
5Return the steering wheel to your preferred position. Test the turn signal relay for proper function.
