Questions tagged [sensor]
An electronic device that monitors a particular parameter and provides data to be consumed by other systems to adjust and/or monitor vehicle systems. Examples include: mass air flow (MAF) sensors, oil pressure switches and transducers, ABS wheel speed sensors, outside air temperature (OAT) sensors.
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Chevy Malibu 2009 coolant sensor
I have a problem with my malibu, I got a code on the obdii reader as though the coolant temperature reading is not correct, so in the car lcd on the instrument cluster I can see Coolant temperature : -...
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Peugeot 207 convertible: "impossible to move roof: outside temperature too low"
My Peugeot 207 convertible from 2007 shows an error when trying to lower the roof.
"Impossible to move roof: outside temperature too low"
According to the manual it should be functioning down to -15 ...
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Wire front camera+sensors+display on SINGLE Ignition switched 12V wire
I want to install front parking sensors & camera (+display). So I have:
Kit of 4 sensors + controller
Camera
Display
Basically I know how to install & wire them, the thing I don't sure is:
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ESP warning light on
Audi A3 8PA 2005my 1.9tdi
Esp warning light is on and diagnosis with VCDS shows fault :-
00493-ESP-Sensor unit (G419): No signal/Communication
No other warning lights are showing. I have tried ...
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Why is my 1993 Cadillac Deville acting like it's out of gas when the gauge says it still has fuel?
I have a 1993 Deville. I put gas in it until it flows out. My fuel data system will say it's full, but then when it reads 15 gallons, the car acts likes it's out of gas. What's wrong?
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Chevy Cavalier 2002 2.2L
My antifreeze is leaking and my ECT sensor is wet. There is also smoke coming from the hose that's for the reservoir overload.
What's going on?
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Replace 2009 Cobalt LNF Fuel Tank Pressure Sensor and Shroud
How difficult is it to replace the fuel tank pressure sensor and shroud on a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (LNF/SS)?
The shop just quoted me over $200 for this. From what I can tell, the parts should be ...
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o2 sensor readings don't make sense to me
I get these readings as showed in the graph below from both o2 sensors and I am having a hard time to interpret them, especially sensor 2 (downstream). The readings are from a short drive around town (...
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06 Jeep Cherokee 8cyl; Auto transmission
It seems that I am annually having to replace the “map sensor” and various parts associated with that. Last week I replaced it again, and next will be the “auto throttle body” or something with the ...
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W204 C180 Manifold absolute pressure sensor
I am trying to install a RaceChip unit in my car. I need to find the Manifold absolute pressure sensor. I am aware that it’s near the air box, but I can’t find it.
Here is where it should be:
Here ...
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Can a bad coolant temperature sensor or a bad wheel bearing hub cause my check transmission light to come on?
I have an 05 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer. The check transmission light will come on and the o/d light will flash after driving it for a while. I know my rear hub needs to be replaced, but recently was ...
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Can steering wheel angle/torque sensor fit to a car that had it optional?
I need to read steering angle from a car for research purposes. My question is - can I fit a steering wheel angle/torque sensor to a particular car that itself has no ESP/ESC (Electronic Stability ...
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Translating raw CAN responses into meaningful min/max/value
http://www.scangauge.com/support/x-gauge/xgauges-for-cansf-vehicles/
This website lists data reported by certain sensors.
Lets take an example:
Gauge = Short Term Fuel Trim Bank 1
TXD = 07E00106
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Fiat 500 (2010) airbag replace - crash sensor help
Recently replaced airbags in a fiat 500 1.2L (2010 model). I've also cleared the crash codes/data from ECU.
I assume I would have to replace the front crash sensor as well, but couldn't locate it. ...
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Threadsealant on radiator fan switch to stop leak?
I've developed a leak from the radiator fan switch and it seems to only be leaking around it and not through it, otherwise it works fine. I've bought a new washer to replace the old one and I'm ...
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How to find the typical ranges for sensor values?
I've recently got an OBD scanner and have found some of the live data streams to be very useful, I was monitoring the timing advance value and observed it fluctuating at idle by 10 deg or so the range ...
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Sudden notification of parking sensor repair on dashboard while driving
So I was driving my Vitara Brezza yesterday morning during rains. When I got my car out of the parking I had performed a reverse and worked as usual without any problems. The car hit the road before ...
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2007 VW Touareg V6 TDI BKS engine query on normal EGT values on idle and load
I have a 2007 VW Touareg 3.0 TDI, BKS engine whose Exhaust Gas Temperature values (Read under Measuring Value Blocks 102.1 and 102.2) are as follows:
102.1 fixed at a constant 551.0C
102.2 fixed at ...
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Emergency brake light is on and stays on
The van (iveco daily, sorry don't know the type anymore) of my father has a brake warning light on. Once I removed te cover I saw it was a single wire that was disconnected from the switch. I thought ...
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Honda Civic 2018 blind spot information system warning
My Honda Civic 2018 had an accident and it was in a repair shop for a while. After the repair, there was a warning on the dashboard with below icon.
When I asked about this from the mechanic, he took ...
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2000 Chevy 3500 Express strange MAP sensor OBD-II readings
A 2000 Chevy 3500 Express 5.7 Vortek has always run fine but has a major problem with torque when towing uphill. By chance I stumbled across the MAP OBD II readings and they are way off. It shows 9&...
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Divide by 2 for "wasted spark" motorcycle rev counter input
My motorcycle just got an upgraded ignition timing method. This new method fires the spark plugs twice each cycle which in turn increases the RPM * 2 according to the tachometer.
Is there a way to ...
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List of sensors on cars
Over the years, I have gone from being frightened to performing repairs involving sensors to feeling like sensors are my best friends. They greatly reduce the guesswork necessary in repairing a car, ...
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Chevy Equinox Cabin (Interior) Temperature Sensor
Does anyone know the location of the Cabin (Interior, NOT ambient) Temperature sensor? This is for a 2012 Chevy Equinox 2.4L LT2.
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2005 Ford Escape (Hybrid) Hood Ajar alarm triggered when left blinker is on
I seem to be having an electrical issue with my 2005 Ford Escape Hybrid. Whenever using the left blinker, the Hood Ajar alarm goes off and continues beeping until the blinker is turned off. It does ...
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P0406 Error - Ford Figo
I bought a second hand Ford Figo 2011. The vehicle has driven around 56k kilometres. Recently there was an issue with the starter motor, which I got fixed. After that the Check light is on. The Ford ...
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02 Taurus no acceleration, miss shifting, and no power
I have a 2002 Taurus 3.0 OHV. I'm getting no acceleration, miss shifting, and no power. I installed a new EGR control valve, differential pressure sensor, air filter, and coolant temperature sensor, ...
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Hi I’ve got a 2013 insignia 2.0CDTI coolant problems
Coolant warning message keeps coming up on dash checked level ok replaced sensor but message keeps coming up help
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ABS/ stabilisation control error
I have polo 1.2Tsi 2015 model, here is the problem : my clutch eas dead and i bought new one and fitted it in, after i started the car it did not move at all, it showed ABS/ STABILISATION CONTROL ...
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Toyota Gaia 2001 model. ABS check light showing. Speedometer not working
My car is showing ABS check light, the speedometer is not working. The fuel consumption is high, and it's slow in changing from first gear.
I don't know if any of these faults are connected. What ...
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Truck fleet monitoring project
I need to design a truck fleet monitoring system and make a prototype of it during my traineeship this year.
I've been looking into the different buse networks that are already implemented in trucks ...
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Need Help Identifying Sensor Connectory - 1996 Chevy G10
I have a 96 Chevy G10/Express Van with a 5.0 V8. I noticed that there is a "dangling" connector, but am having trouble locating where it goes. It is located on the driver's side, and can be accessed ...
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Camshaft position sensor low input on Hyundai Accent 2008
Hi I have a no start on this car. It drove home fine then wouldn't start the next day. Timing, battery, starter, relays, fuses, immobilizer, spark and fuel all check out fine but code is p0342 for ...
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Hyundai Accent mysteriously stopped starting
Just bought an 08 accent with 132 kkm a few weeks ago. Ran great until I drove it home one night and the next morning it wouldn't start. The starter spun but didn't engage flywheel so naturally I ...
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DTC B1227 - An open in outside temperature sensor circuit - AC not working
I have Acura RDX 2007 and the AC does not work. I took it to dealership/mechanics and they saw that the outside air temp sensor somehow banged condenser and had to replace the condenser. The ...
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2020 chrys Pacifica horn won’t blow; Adaptive Cruise cntrl and More won’t work after minor bump to front left corner of bumper
Had minor bump to the left corner of the front bumper. NOw the horn won’t blow; the ACC Adaptive Cruise Contl; Forward Collision Warning won’t work. Engine runs hot at 240 degrees instead of normal ...
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I have a Gardner Denver RBS 145/LHBD Blower, Compatible oil level sensor?
We have a Gardner Denver RBS 145/LHBD blower which shut off due to a low oil level.
The sight glass for the oil level is in an inconvenient spot that also is potentially hazardous to get to while the ...
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Replacing oil pan
When replacing an oil pan, I will have to remove a motor mount and jack the pan up a few inches, followed by wedging sm block by harmonic balancer. To keep it up. I have never done anything like this. ...
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How does garage door opener detect car's trunk door is open?
Today, I accidentally leave my Minivan's trunk door open inside the garage.
When I press the garage door opener's close button, it detected the trunk door, and the operation was canceled.
I have ...
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Ambient temperature sensor peugeot 207cc 2014
My ambient temperature sensor reading always in - so had the sensor replaced and its still showing the same fault. Peugeot 207cc 2014. Can you reset this or can someone help me and tell me what's ...
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If repairs are made to fix Nissan DTC codes, will they still appear in the computer?
I have some codes on my 2019 Nissan Altima indicating a problem with the forward sensor. I was told it was fixed but the codes are still there. How can I tell if this problem existed before I bought ...
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Honda Civic mk7 ABS sensor diagnosing
I have a permanent ABS warning on my dash. I have tried to use an OBDII scanner to diagnose it. However, the car does not support any error codes apart from engine management codes. Therefore I will ...
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Low coolant sensor light doesn't turn on
My '04 Chevy Silverado recently had a coolant leak, and I never received a warning light or dashboard message. I tried unplugging the sensor and still nothing showed up. I tried plugging into a new ...
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After Market Tire Pressure Monitoring System Question
I have looked into the ways that various types of tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS) work. It seems that the typical factory installed active monitoring systems use pressure sensors that are ...
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Flashing overdrive light 2002 ford escape
2002 ford escape xlt-flashing overdrive light comes on after short period of driving. Comes on when approaching 50 mph? Or so...how do I fix it?
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Can the vehicle speed sensor (magnetic type) be activated outside the gearbox?
Could the speed sensor be activated when pulled out of its mount, if I pass a piece of metal near it will the speedometer register it? Does it work using some other data or does it only register ...
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How and what would I get from a car rain sensor?
I am looking for an answer on how to acquire data for the vehicle rain sensor and automatic wiper data from any vehicle.
For example, I know that with Carberry (a Raspberry Pi) it provides a lot of ...
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2014 Chevy Malibu - Code P055B
I keep getting a P055B code, but I have changed out the sensor twice. The mechanic cleared the code but it keeps returning. Any suggestions?
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Fixing a malfunctioning seat belt sensor
I'm in the far end of a road trip, and towards the end of the road trip my seat belt warning started going off erratically. Tapping on the driver side seat belt buckle seemed to silence the warning ...
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Where can I find information about car PIDs?
i'm doing a research and i can't find voltage information from the car sensors, where do you find such information?
finding the voltage range would help a lot.
