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Limp mode in cars

Now let’s talk about limp mood in cars “Limp mode” in cars refers to a restricted operating condition often triggered by a serious problem with the engine or transmission. It’s a protective measure to prevent further damage. Limp mood once activated would limit the vehicle from accelerating above 30mph to 40mph depending on the brand […]

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What are Warning Lights in cars?

Warning LightsWarning Lights are very important, they help to inform you about any malfunctioning in your vehicle. Any time they come on, make sure you try to solve such problem. Resolving issues with Warning Lights would help you save more money, time and stress of running up and down with your car problem; it also […]

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Importance of Event history in Automotive Repairs

Importance of Event History in Auto Diagnostics Technology.With Years of experience in Auto Diagnostic and Repairs, I discovered that diagnosis and repair are more accurate and easier with proper event history of the vehicle. In fact diagnostic tools do have options for event history and records, although this is available for modern vehicles. This shows […]

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On-Board Diagnostics II (OBD II) Protocol

On-Board Diagnostic (OBD II) System/ProtocolOBDII protocol is a software technology inbuilt in cars from 1996 till date that helps in diagnostics and programming of such cars. Just as OBD I, sensors are incorporated into almost all components and systems in the vehicle depending on the model or brand. When these sensors discovers any alteration in […]

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Electronic Control Unit/Module (ECU/ECM)

Electronic Control Unit (ECU) The Electronic Control Unit (ECU) is the brain of the vehicle; it is also called the brainbox. It is responsible for the processing of information, sending instructions and management of the various components and systems in the vehicle. The ECU is a computerized device (it is the vehicle’s computer) that receives […]