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How do I reset my ECM Charger?

How do I reset my ECM Charger? To perform a PCM reset locate the interior fuse box in the luggage compartment. Unplug fuses numbered #11, #14 and #16. With the doors locked, turn the key to the "on" position without starting the car. Leave in the ignition for 5 seconds or until You hear a "chiming" sound. How reliable are 2009 Dodge Chargers? In government crash tests, the 2009 Dodge Charger achieved a perfect five stars for frontal crash protection and rear side crash protection. It got four stars for front side protection. How many miles do 2009 Dodge Chargers...
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What are potential problems that could affect DEF?

What are potential problems that could affect DEF? Three issues we see over and over are: Inadvertently putting DEF into the diesel tank. DEF contamination. Improper handling of DEF. Is DEF a problem? But low-quality DEF can still cause problems. If a truck is running low-quality DEF, there are a number of issues that may occur, some of which could even void a vehicle's warranty. This includes catalyst poisoning, deposits, and injector/filter clogging. Repairs can be very expensive and downtime may be extensive. What happens if you have Def in your fuel system? DEF is corrosive and, as you are...
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Can EGR cause low power?

Can EGR cause low power? A faulty EGR valve can cause problems with the flow and operation of the EGR system leading to performance issues including a reduction in power, reduced acceleration and decreased fuel efficiency. It can also cause vehicle emissions to increase. What's the diagnostic code for the EGR valve? Several technical service bulletins for a wide variety of different makes and models have documented different problems associated with the EGR valve system. With some exhaust gas issues you might set a diagnostic trouble code of PO401 or P0402. What does p0404 mean on an EGR valve? Code...
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Is the ECM on my 2005 Cummins diesel bad?

Is the ECM on my 2005 Cummins diesel bad? Just purchased a 2005 Dually 2wd with 167,000 miles from the auction, with a possible bad ECM. Reason I am saying this is because the truck had dead batteries and I have seen the temp people work there, jump start the diesels wrong and short out the ECM. So I am pretty sure when I get it home, that's going to be where I start. Is the ECM on a 2005 dually 2WD bad? Just purchased a 2005 Dually 2wd with 167,000 miles from the auction, with a possible bad ECM....
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Why are my projector headlights so dim?

Why are my projector headlights so dim? Most DIYers think they've got a bad headlight switch or a bad connection in the power feed. But most dim headlights are caused by a corroded ground wire. If your headlights aren't as bright as they used to be, yank one of the bulbs and look for gray or brown residue on the glass. How to select the LED projector headlight bulb? We are all looking for a led headlight bulb that could produce strong hotspot, a perfect distribution of light and crisp cut-off line in xenon projector. But the inner structure of...
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Why do I get blue smoke from my diesel engine?

Why do I get blue smoke from my diesel engine? Once the engine is warmed up, the use of the glow plug is not necessary as the heat of the engine makes ignition of diesel fuel. If a diesel engine has a bad glow plug, it will create blue smoke at startup until it has warmed up. What causes white smoke from a fuel pump? Continuous “light” white smoke 1 A clogged fuel filter 2 Low pressure in the fuel pump (Air in the fuel) 3 Faulty or damaged injectors 4 Incorrect injection timing (Worn timing gear or damaged crankshaft...
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Is a heater core and evaporator core the same thing?

Is a heater core and evaporator core the same thing? A heater core takes heated water directly from the engine and forces it through a matrix of flat metal plates (like on a motorbike cylinder head), a fan is turned on to force cold air through the hot matrix, blowing hot air into the car cabin. An evaporator doesn't. How long does it take to replace a heater core in a dodge ram? 1-12 hours depending on the car! When to replace the evaporator core in a Dodge Ram? To replace the heater core and the Evaporator core, the entire...
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How do I turn off the traction control on my Dodge Journey?

How do I turn off the traction control on my Dodge Journey? If equipped, there should be a switch/button showing a picture of a car with wavy lines underneath. Press this button to turn off traction control. This should then display the light on the dash as a steady yellow light indicating the TC is now turned off. How much does a Dodge Journey traction control light cost? Dodge Journey Traction Control Light is on Inspection at your home or office. Dodge Journey Traction Control Light is on Inspection costs $85 on average. Following is a breakdown of the labor...
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How long can you drive after oil change light comes on?

How long can you drive after oil change light comes on? How long can you drive without an oil change after the oil change light comes on? After your car's oil change light comes on, you should get the oil changed within the next two weeks. At most, once that light comes on, you should get the oil changed before the next 500 miles of driving. How long can I drive on low oil? Low oil is when you oil level is slightly below MIN mark on dipstick. You can actually drive that forever. But there is a critical level...
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Are there any problems with the Dodge Caliber?

Are there any problems with the Dodge Caliber? The 2007 Dodge Caliber problems were extensive and costly. Dodge went all out to promote the Calibre for its 2007 release, spending 20% of their ad budgets on online promotions. It worked out for the first couple of years as the Calibre sold fairly well in 2007 and through 2008. What happens when the starter on a Dodge Caliber goes bad? When a starter goes bad, they will usually not give you much warning first. Also, if you are stuck somewhere and are trying to start your Caliber, the old beat the...