How to remove Ford Focus 2008 Launchbox exhaust resonaor

 

This article show a guide on how to remove Ford Focus 2008 Launchbox exhaust resonaor.The “Lunchbox” in this case is the resonator at the end of the exhaust system closest to the exhaust tip.

What You Need?

18” (51mm) of Flexible Exhaust Pipe – 2” inside diameter
$5.99 AutoZone part #17033 – “Flexible Exhaust Repair Kit” is an 18” piece of 2” I.D. flex pipe which includes (1) 2” Exhaust Clamp.

(1) 2” Exhaust Clamp
$2.49 AutoZone part #17124

(1) Exhaust Joint and Crack Seal
$2.99 AutoZone part #00160 (or exhaust seal/cement or your choice)

(1) spray can of Hi-Temp Paint
$5.49 AutoZone part #DE1634 Low Gloss Black Engine Enamel (use any hi-temp paint/color you want)

Tools Required:

Reciprocating Saw with metal cutting blade / hacksaw can be used (see note below)
3/8” and/or 1/2″ socket or box end wrench (to fit exhaust clamp nuts)
Sandpaper (pick a grit between 120 or lower, you’re just scuffing the pipe a little with it)
Manual or Hydraulic jack
Jack stand(s)
Wheel blocks

Instructions:
Locate vehicle on a solid level surface
Make sure it’s in PARK or 1st gear
Make sure the PARKING BRAKE is set and set good
Block front wheels
Now go back and make sure it’s in PARK or 1st and the PARKING BRAKE is set.
SAFETY FIRST: Allows use jacks stands when you are working under a vehicle. Please DO NOT skimp on this, many a weekend warrior has died when the car slipped off the jack.
Raise left rear to provide access to resonator (position jack correctly on vehicle to avoid damage)
Set Jack Stand(s) in place
Note: Service ramps are a great time saver and I believe them to be much safer than using an individual manual or hydraulic jack. For $39.99 you can purchase a pair of 8000lb Rhino ramps at AutoZone. SAFETY FIRST: Use Jack stands even with service ramps, look under my exhaust tip, you can see one there and there is another one on the other side out of view.

Remove Resonator
The resonator is the lunchbox looking thing welded to your exhaust tip (sorry no picture of it in place, but see removed resonator picture below).
Remove it!

Here’s a picture of mine after it was removed. The cuts I made worked out great for installing the flex pipe. You can adjust these cuts to suite your preference. Just remember “measure twice, cut once”.

Install Flex Pipe
Clean the outside of existing pipe where the flex pipe will overlap it, about 2 inches should do. Also scuff this area with sandpaper to allow for better adhesion of exhaust seal.

I wore rubber gloves for the next part, do not get this stuff all over your hands. It is labeled “WARNING! Eye, skin and respiratory irritant”.

Apply a liberal amount of exhaust seal to the outside of existing pipe (the area you just cleaned) and to the inside of the flex pipe before you slip the flex pipe on.

Slide flex pipe on, bending to position tip correctly. (fine tuning of tip position done later)

Now apply a liberal amount of exhaust seal over the end of the flex pipe and existing pipe; fill any gaps between the two. Use enough seal so you don’t even see the joint, basically blend the flex pipe into the existing pipe with the exhaust seal.

Install exhaust clamps (one on each end) and tighten. Position the ends of the clamp up toward the bottom of vehicle so you don’t see them sticking down when viewing the vehicle from the rear.

Check the exhaust seal after tightening clamps, add more if required.

Take a look at your exhaust tip (from behind the car), is it straight and centered? Adjust flex pipe until it is.

Except for painting you are done and you want to wait until after the exhaust seal is dry enough before you paint it. You could of course paint the flex pipe prior to installation, but I was not that smart.If you do paint prior to installing it you will still need to touch it up as areas that were not exposed on the flex pipe when you painted it will be now.

You can leave the car in position and wait, or carefully lower the vehicle and drive it. The heat from the exhaust will help set the exhaust seal. I painted mine after driving for about 10 minutes.

Yes, you do want to paint the flex pipe. Flex pipe is notorious for rusting quickly; the paint will help delay that process (a little). If this is a permanent addition you might do well by finding an exhaust shop that will bend and weld an actual piece of exhaust pipe in place at a reasonable price.

Also, if you move the flex pipe (or it moves on its own) after it’s painted it will expose unpainted areas. Watch for those and hit them with a spray of paint.

Below are pictures of my completed installation (including paint over spray on heat shield, oh well).

You better appreciate the shine on the tip. Took some time with bug and tar remover and steel wool followed by a waxing to get it looking good again all just for that picture.

Well that’s it; I hope you find these instructions helpful.

Ford Flashing Code Read Out by Launch X431

 

Flashing code on some Ford models before MY1996 also can be read out by X-431 after you download USAFord V35.30 or higher. The proper operating procedure is as following:

1.Please update USAFord V35.30 or higher from website:www.x431.com;

2.Select [Ford 6+1 connector];

3.Open hood to find DLC, as figure:

then connect X-431 to the DLC correctly;

4.Please confirm ignition switch is OFF position, then start X-431,and select MY/system to enter;

5.Please turn ignition Key to ON position when X-431 prompt to switch on, then click READ DTC function menu, the flashing code will be read out;

6.If you want to read DTC again, You should switch off ignition first, then click [Home] button on X-431 to back, and repeat above step 4,step 5.

(Solved)Saab 2008 9-3 Aero TTid with a fault

Car model and year: Saab 2008 9-3 Aero TTid

Errors:
It won’t rev from cold at all for about a minute, then sound to pick up a bit and does fine. It has no power and will pull gently but then when pushed come up with limited performance.
It also says dpf full, it has been apparently from before I got it on the last 2 mots, I have taken it off, cleaned it through and back on, still says it, no fault codes read on my generic obd tool that is quite good with other Saabs so a but stuck to what may be wrong.

GM Tech2 yes:
Maybe the ECU is stuck in a regen loop and hasn’t been able to complete, or you could have a DPF sensor problem
Need to get the feedback from GM Tech 2 to see what the pressure values are and then probably force a regen with Tech2 to set a baseline with the ECU.

It is sure GM Tech2 work well with SAAB 9-3.
but you have to have a Saab Card installed which you can buy and do yourself. And if you have a 2003,4 or 5 you will have to have a newer card and a candi adapter and if you have a 06 or above you have to go on line and pay by the hour.
The candi adapter is packed with the GM TECH2 and the card is about 22USD.

Opcom yes:
Might be worth trying Opcom as its cheap and plays well with the TID’s not so sure re TTID though.
Opcom will work mostly OK with TTid’s too.

Tech2 for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado Fuel Injector Balance Manual

2005 Chevrolet Silverado 6.6L Eng VIN 2 2500 HD Fuel Injector Balance Test With Tech 2 Scan Tool (With Automatic Transmission).

Circuit Description

The Fuel Injector Balance test is performed when a misfire, knock, excessive smoke, or rough

running condition exists with no electrical DTCs. During the Cylinder Power Balance portion of the test, the engine control module (ECM) turns OFF individual injectors while the engine is running and the scan tool displays engine RPM. The ECM adjusts for the drop in engine speed, so the power contribution of each cylinder must be felt by the technician. If a fuel injector is turned OFF and there is a different power contribution observed when compared to the other cylinders, that cylinder is identified with the complaint. If the customer complaint occurs during idle or during offidle tip in acceleration, the balance rates are used to identify the cylinder with a fault related to the fuel injector or engine compression. If a fuel injector is turned OFF and the engine noise or smoke disappears, that cylinder has a fuel injector or engine compression condition.

Test Description

The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

4: The balance rate adjustments are utilized by the ECM only at idle. The balance rates are the fuel adjustments for each individual cylinder based on the variations in engine crankshaft speed. A positive value indicates that fuel is being added to each cylinder event, such as with poor engine compression or a fuel injector that is not flowing enough fuel. A negative value indicates fuel being removed from each cylinder event, such as a fuel injector that is flowing too much fuel. The balance rates will change depending on if the transmission is in Neutral or Drive.

5: This step determines if the ECM can control a stable fuel pressure. A high balance rate may be caused by a fuel injector or compression only if the ECM can control fuel pressure.

6: The Cylinder Power Balance Test may be performed at any engine speed or load from idle to wide open throttle (WOT). There is a 5 minute time limit for each test. The ECM and scan tool must both be powered down to reset the timer.

Fuel Injector Balance Test with GM Scanner Tech 2 (with Automatic Transmission)

Step	Action	Values	Yes	No
1	Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check – Vehicle?		Go to Step 2	Go to Diagnostic System Check – Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information
2	Are any DTCs set other than P0300, P0301- P0308?		Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List – Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information	Go to Step 3
3	Does the customer concern occur at idle or during tip-in acceleration off-idle?		Go to Step 4	Go to Step 6
4	1. Start and run the engine until the engine coolant temperature (ECT) is more than 82°C (180°F). 2. Turn OFF all accessories. 3. Hold the brake pedal in the fully applied position. A hiss will be noticeable when the brake is fully applied. 4. Place the transmission in Drive. 5. Idle the engine for more than 30 seconds. 6. Record the Balancing Rate Cyl.1-8 parameters from the scan tool while the engine is at idle speed. 7. Repeat steps 2-6 with the transmission in Neutral. Are all of the Balancing Rate parameters within the first specified range in Drive, and the second specified range in Neutral?		Go to Step 6	Go to Step 5
5	Graph the Fuel Pressure Regulator. Refer to Fuel Pressure Regulator Diagnosis .Is the fuel pressure regulator graph normal?		Go to Step 7	Go to Step 9
6	IMPORTANT: The fuel Cylinder Power Balance Test must be performed under the conditions for which the concern occurred. The concern must be duplicated during the test. IMPORTANT: DO NOT operate the cruise control during this test. Cruise control reactivation after the test may cause a brief extreme increase in engine speed. 1. Observe the cylinder power contribution or other customer concern. 2. Perform the Cylinder Power Balance Test in Special Functions.Do any of the cylinders indicate a different cylinder power contribution than the others, or lessen the customer concern?		Go to Step 7	System OK
7	IMPORTANT: A fuel injector leak into the combustion chamber may result in mechanical damage to the cylinder. If any fuel spray comes out of a glow plug hole during the compression test, replace the fuel injector of the affected cylinder. Perform the Engine Compression test. Refer to Engine Compression Test in Engine Mechanical – 6.6L.Do any of the cylinders have low compression?		Go to Symptoms – Engine Mechanical in Engine Mechanical – 6.6L	Go to Step 8
8	IMPORTANT: Refer to Injection System Components in Engine Controls Component Views . Failure to correctly identify the cylinder positions may result in the replacement of the wrong fuel injector. Replace the fuel injectors on the cylinders that had poor cylinder power contribution, high balance rates, or a noise/smoke change. Refer to Fuel Injector Replacement (Left) or Fuel Injector Replacement (Right) .Did you complete the replacements?		Go to Step 10
9	Replace the fuel pressure regulator. Refer to Fuel Pressure Regulator Replacement. Did you complete the replacement?		Go to Step 10
10	Operate the vehicle under the conditions in which the concern occurred.Does the system operate normally, with no DTCs or symptoms?		System OK	Go to Symptoms – Engine Controls

How to Solve BMW ICOM NEXT USB Device Not Recognized

 

I had bought a BMW ICOM Next with HDD. I connect the 500G software HDD with my computer via USB cable. When the connection is ok, the indicator light of HDD flashes for a while and goes off. The system prompts “USB device not recognized” and “Please insert a disk into Removable Disk (G:)”. What’s wrong with the HDD?

Obd2tool.com engineer replied:

The BMW ICOM 500G Software HDD is a built-in disk. Please remove the original hard driver of the computer and insert the SP269-DS HDD to start.

How to Configure BMW ICOM Next WiFi Connection

How to Configure BMW ICOM Next WLAN to enable WiFi connection?

1. Run  ITool Radar to detect ICOM information

2. Open IE browser and enter ICOM configuration address (based on current real ICOM IP )

3. Select WLAN Settings
Enter WiFi settings
Save Changes.

4. Disconnect LAN cable and restart ICOM, then ICOM will auto connect with WiFi .

5. If using our ICOM software and USB-WIFI,  enter configuration as following:
Mode:802.11n,2.4GHz
SSID:ISAP
Security Type: WPA2 Personal
Pre‐shared Key: BmwAp24h

How to Check Autel MaxiIM IM608 IMMO Support List

 

To check whether the key programming function or IMMO part replacement function is supported or not by Autel MaxiIM IM608, you can go to function viewer APP to check whether it is supported or not.

Step 1: Select Autel Scanner IM Product: IM608

Step 2: Scroll down to select the vehicle make

Step 3: Select the vehicle make

Step 4: Select all or the models that you are looking for.

If you are not sure what triangle and solid circle means, you can click on the question mark on the top right corner to get what it means.

Autel Key Programmer Mercedes Benz all keys lost and add key list

 

Autel Key Programmer support Mercedes Benz All key lost and add key programming and IMMO part replacement list.

The Support List by Autel Key Programmer including Autel MaxiIM IM508 (Need XP400 Pro), Autel MaxiIM IM608, IM608 Pro. Please note some function need extra adapter.

Functions	Modes	EIS type	Supported EIS type
Add key	OBD/on bench	EIS(CAN-line)	W164 -2008、W164 2009-、W166、W169、W172、W197、W204、W207、W209 2006-、W211、W212、W216、W218、W221、W246、W251 -2008、W251 2009-、W639/2009-、W906
		EIS(K-line)	W202、W203、W208、W209、W210、W215(some supported)、W220、W230、W463、W639
All key lost	OBD	3rd  CAN EIS	W164 2009- 、W169、W172、W204、W207、W209/2006-、W211、W216、W251/2009-、W639/2009-、W906（use with G-BOX 8 time faster）
	On bench	3rd Generation EIS：	W164 -2008、W164/2009-、W169、W172、W204、W207、W209/2006-、W211、W216、 W221、W251/2009-、 W639/2009-、W906（use with G-BOX 8 time faster）
	On bench	EIS(K-line)	W202、W203、W208、W209、W210、W215、W220、W463、W639（use with G-BOX 8 time faster）
IMMO part replacement	OBD/on bench	EIS replacement（Read/write/erase）	W164/-2008、W164/2009-、W166、W169、W172、W197、W204、W207、W209/2006-、W211、W212、W216、W218、W221、W246、W251/-2008、W251/2009-、W202(K)、W203(K)、W208(K)、W209(K)、W210(K)、W215 (K)、W220 (K)、W230 (K)、W463 (K)、W639 (K)
	OBD/on bench	ELV replacement（Read/write/erase）	W204、W207、W208、W210、W212、W169(NEC)、W209(NEC)、W211(NEC)、W906(NEC)、W209(Motorola)、W211 (Motorola)、W906(NEC)、W639/2009-、W906(Motorola)

Nissan Consult 3 Plus Reprogramming ECU TCM Guide

 

This article show a guide on how to use Nissan Consult III Plus to reprogram Engine Control Module(ECM) or Transmission Control Module (TCM).

Note:A symptom based TSB isrequired before using this procedure.This procedure does not apply to Nissan LEAF™.

IMPORTANT: Before starting, make sure:

ASIST on the CONSULT PC has been freshly synchronized (updated).
All C-III plus software updates (if any) have been installed.
NOTE: The CONSULT PC automatically gets applicable ECM and TCM reprogramming data during ASIST synchronization.

A screen print for Warranty documentation can be done from the CONSULT PC during this process while still connected to the vehicle.
No DTCs stored.

o Use C-III plus to perform Self Diagnosis for all systems.
o If there are any DTCs other than those listed in the accompanying Symptom based TSB, diagnose, perform repairs, and erase DTCs before continuing.

For conventional and hybrid vehicles; if reprogramming the ECM, take the vehicle for a 10 minute drive in order to meet the following conditions:

Hybrid only: Li-ion battery charging status: 50% or more

Engine coolant temperature: 70 – 100°C (158 – 212°F)

Battery voltage: More than 12.9V (At idle)

Transmission: Warmed up

NOTE:

After reprogramming is complete, you will be required to perform Throttle Valve Closed Position, Idle Air Volume Learn (IAVL), Accelerator Closed Position, and DTC erase.
The abve conditions are required for the IAVL to complete.

ECU TCM Reprogram Guide:
1.Connect the plus Vehicle Interface (plus VI) to the vehicle.

Make sure to use the correct VI for C-III plus (plus VI).

CAUTION: Make sure the plus VI is securly connected. If the plus VI connection is loose during reprogramming, the process will be interrupted and the ECM/TCM may be damaged.

2.Connect the AC Adapter to the CONSULT PC.

CAUTION: Be sure to connect the AC Adapter. If the CONSULT PC battery voltage drops during reprogramming, the process will be interrupted and the ECM/TCM may be damaged.

3.Connect a battery charger to the vehicle battery:

For Conventional Vehicles

Set the battery charger at a low charge rate.

NOTE: The GR-8 (Battery and Electrical Diagnostic Station) set to “Power Supply” mode is recommended.

CAUTION: Be sure the battery charger is connected securely to the battery. Make sure the battery voltage stays between 12.0V and 15.5V during reprogramming. If the battery voltage goes out of this range during reprogramming, the ECM/TCM may be damaged.

For Hybrid Vehicles

Use the GR-8 –Battery and Electrical Diagnostic Station.
CAUTION : DO NOT use a standard battery charger for Hybrid vehicles. Make sure to connect the GR-8 securely to the 12V battery. Make sure the battery voltage stays between 12.0V and 15.5V during reprogramming. If the battery voltage goes out of this range

4.Turn off all external Bluetooth® devices (e.g., cell phones, printers, etc.) within range of the CONSULT PC and the VI.

CAUTION: Make sure to turn off all external Bluetooth® devices. If Bluetooth® signal waves are within range of the CONSULT PC and the VI during reprogramming, reprogramming may be interrupted and the ECM/TCM may be damaged.

5.Turn the ignition ON with the engine OFF or “not ready”.

The engine must not start or run during the reprogramming procedure.

For Hybrid vehicles, make sure the dash warning lights are ON and:

The “READY” light is OFF (not illuminated). OR The ready to drive indicator light is OFF (not illuminated).

6.Turn OFF all vehicle electrical loads such as exterior lights, interior lights, HVAC, blower, rear defogger, audio, NAVI, seat heater, steering wheel heater, etc.

IMPORTANT: Make sure to turn OFF all vehicle electrical loads. Make sure the battery voltage stays between 12.0V and 15.5V during reprogramming. If the battery voltage goes out of this range during reprogramming, the ECM/TCM may be damaged.

7.Turn ON the CONSULT PC.

8.Select CONSULT-III plus (open C-III plus).9.

9.Wait for the plus VI to be recognized / connected.

Serial number will display when the plus VI is recognized / connected.

10.Select Re/programming, Configuration.

11.Use arrows (if needed) to view and read all precautions.

12.Check the box confirming the precautions have been read.

13.Select Next.

14Select Nissan or Infiniti, Vehicle Name, and then the correct Model Year.

If the screen in Figure 4 does not display, skip to step 15.

15.Make sure VIN or Chassis # matches the vehicle’s VIN.

16.If the correct VIN is displayed, select Confirm.

17.Select Confirm.

18.Select ENGINE or TRANSMISSION.

19.Select Reprogramming.

20.Find the ECM OR TCM Part Number (see Figure 9) and write it on the repair order.

NOTE: This is the current Part Number (P/N).

21.Refer to the symptom based TSB that directed you to reprogram the ECM or TCM.

The symptom based TSB is required in order to determine if reprogramming applies to the vehicle you are working on.

If the symptom based TSB indicates that reprogramming applies, continue with the procedure.

22.Select Save.

23.Select Next.

24.Use arrows (if needed) to view and read all precautions.

25.Check the box confirming the precautions have been read.

26.Select Next.

27.Read the Current Part Number and Part Number After Reprogramming. They should be different.

28.Select Next.

NOTE:

In some cases, more than one new part number for reprogramming is available.

If there is more than one new P/N, the screen in Figure 14 displays.

Use the symptom based TSB to choose the correct reprogramming.

If you get this screen and it is blank (no reprogramming listed), it means there is no ECM/TCM reprogramming available for this vehicle.

29.Make sure OK is highlighted green (battery voltage must be between 12.0 and 15.5 Volts).

30.Select Next.

IMPORTANT: Battery voltage must stay between 12.0 and 15.5 Volts during reprogramming or ECM reprogramming may be interrupted and ECM may be damaged.

NOTE: In the next step, the reprogramming process will begin when Start is selected.

31.Select Start.

32.Wait for both progress bars to complete.

NOTE: If the message shown in Figure 18 appears, there is data stored in the plus VI. Select “Yes” to proceed with reprogramming.

33.When the screen in Figure 19 displays, the reprogramming is complete.

NOTE: If the screen in Figure 19 does not display (reprogramming does not complete), refer to the information on the next page.

34.Disconnect the battery charger from the vehicle.

35.Select Next.

NOTE:Additional steps/operations are required before C-III plus will provide the final reprogramming confirmation report.

If reprogramming does not complete and the “!?” symbol displays as shown in Figure 20:

Check battery voltage (12.0 –15.5V).
Ignition is ON, Ready Mode is OFF.
External Bluetooth® devices are OFF.
All electrical loads are OFF.
Select Retry and follow the on screen instructions.
NOTE: Retry may not go through on first attempt and can be selected more than once.

If reprogramming does not complete and the “X” symbol displays as shown in Figure 21:

Do not disconnect the plus VI or shut down C-III plus if reprogramming does not complete.
Check battery voltage (12.0 –15.5V).
CONSULT A/C adapter is plugged in.
Ignition is ON, Ready Mode is OFF.
Transmission in Park.
All C-III plus / plus VI cables are securely connected.
All C-III plus updates are installed.
Select Home, and then restart the reprogram procedure from the beginning.

36.For ECM reprogramming: Perform Throttle Valve Closed Position procedure.

Follow the on-screen instructions (1, 2, and 3) to complete the procedure.

37.For ECM reprogramming: Perform Idle Air Volume Learn (IAVL).

a.Turn the ignition ON (engine running or “ready to drive”position).

For conventional vehicles, start the engine and let it idle.
For Hybrid vehicles; make sure the “ready”or “ready to drive”indicator light is ON (illuminated). The engine will start automatically as needed.
b.Select Next.

c.Select Start.

b.Wait for IAVL to complete.

NOTE:

Listed below are common required conditions for IAVL to complete.

If IAVL does not complete within a few minutes, a condition may be out of range.
Refer to the appropriate Electronic Service Manual (ESM) for specific conditions required for the vehicle you are working on.
–>Hybrid only – Li-ion battery charging status: 50% or more

–>Engine coolant temperature: 70 – 100° C (158 – 212°F)

–>Battery voltage: More than 12.9V (At idle)

–>Selector lever: P or N

–>Electric load switch: OFF (Air conditioner, headlamp, rear window defogger)

–>teering wheel: Neutral (Straight-ahead position)

–>Vehicle speed: Stopped

–>Transmission: Warmed up

e.Select Next.

38.For ECM reprogramming: Follow the on screen instructions to complete Accelerator Pedal Close Position Learning.

39.Erase all DTCs as follows:

a.Turn the ignition OFF

b.Turn the Ignition ON.

c.Wait for DTC erase to complete.

40.Verify the before and after part numbers are different.

41.Print a copy of this screen (Figure 28) and attach it to the repair order.

42.Select Confirm.

NOTE: If you cannot print the above screen:

a.Select Screen Capture.

b.Name the file.

c.Save the file in My Documents.

A copy of the screen is now saved in the CONSULT PC. It can be retrieved and printed at a later time.

43.Close C-III plus.

44.Turn the ignition OFF.

45.Disconnect the plus VI from the vehicle.