What should I know about the C6 transmission?
What should I know about the C6 transmission?
Jody Carnahan, of Certified Transmission, offers helpful hints for diagnosing transmission problems correctly the first time around. In last month’s issue we discussed the origin of the C6 transmission and how this unit found its way from the automotive world into the ground support equipment industry.
What do you need to know about C6 diagnostics?
The first thing to be aware of is the type of engine powering the vehicle. This will determine what type of vacuum and/or mechanical device is being used to control modulation.
Are there any problems with the Audi A6 C6?
The 3.2 FSI and 4.2 FSI engines have problems with the drive chains. Audi A6 C6 direct injection petrol engines (such as the C6 A6 2.8 FSI, 3.2 FSI and 4.2 FSI) are prone to accumulating soot on the intake valves.
When does the reduced engine power light come on?
The reduced engine power light comes on when the vehicle’s computer detects a fault in any of the systems that allow the engine to run optimally, such as airflow sensors, throttle sensors and oxygen sensors. This light isn’t found in all vehicles out there, nor is it always a light in the vehicles that do have this warning mechanism.
How to reduce engine power in Corvette Z06?
Disconnected the battery, sat for 5 – 7 minutes, reset the codes, started up and did an idle re-learn. It seemed to work initially and then shut off after 1 minute or so going back into Reduced Engine Power.
The reduced engine power light comes on when the vehicle’s computer detects a fault in any of the systems that allow the engine to run optimally, such as airflow sensors, throttle sensors and oxygen sensors. This light isn’t found in all vehicles out there, nor is it always a light in the vehicles that do have this warning mechanism.
What to do when reduced engine power comes on?
If you’re driving and the reduced engine power light comes on, the first thing you should always try to do is get the vehicle back home or to a shop immediately. If you’re already at home and the light comes on, don’t drive the vehicle.
What causes reduced engine power and service Active Handling?
If so, will a bad throttle body, position sensor, or connector wire cause the Service Active Handling, or is it more reverse that “Service Active Handling” will induce the Reduced Engine Power code to protect the car? No matter how much I cleared the codes, the codes always came back.
