Tuesday, March 18, 2014
How to Turn Off the Service Light on a 1997 Nissan Pickup
It can be scary when you are driving and your "service engine soon" (SES) light comes on. There are multiple issues that can cause the light to come on. While some may be simple, others may be a big problem. There is no way to tell for sure at the moment what is wrong unless your Nissan is also acting funny.
Instructions
- 1
Check your gas cap. This is a very common issue that triggers an SES light in Nissans. If the gas cap isnt sealed properly or if it was opened while the truck was running, the light will come on. Replace the cap if necessary. If you took the cap off when your engine was running, you can reset the SES light by disconnecting and reconnecting your battery cable.
2Diagnose the problem with your vehicle by using a universal code reader. This machine reads the error code your truck is giving, and tells you the corresponding problem for that code. Taking it to a mechanic is always an option, but this usually costs money. Take your truck to an auto parts chain and have your SES diagnostic done for free.
3Use the universal code reader by putting your truck into its diagnostic test mode. Turn your ignition on, but do not crank the engine. Depress and fully release the gas pedal five times quickly within five seconds. Wait seven seconds and push the gas pedal down and hold it for 10 seconds. This should cause the SES light to start blinking. Let off the gas pedal. The number of blinks (for example, one blink equals "1," five blinks equals "5," ten blinks equals "0") tells you what error code you have. You can then look it up. After you have your results, hold the gas pedal down for 10 more seconds to erase the memory and reset your SES light.
Monday, February 24, 2014
How to Troubleshoot the Fuel System on a 2003 Chevy C1500 Pickup
Chevrolet is one the leading manufacturers of quality, American-made trucks. If you have a job to do, you want to be able to rely on the power of your truck and that it can handle the job. The Chevrolet pickup can handle most any job unless the fuel system fails. Troubleshooting the fuel system on your Chevy truck is not as tough as you might think. If you decide to tackle the troubleshooting of the fuel system, you might find the issue and fix the problem yourself.
Instructions
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Open the hood of your truck.
2Direct your assistant to sit in the drivers seat and be prepared to turn the key on and off when you prompt.
3Remove the fuel line from the fuel injector unit with the screwdriver set. The fuel injector unit is located on the top of the motor. You will recognize the fuel line because you can follow it back to the gas tank.
4Have your friend turn the key on and off quickly. If you do not see fuel coming out of the fuel line, then you need to move on to the fuel filter.
5Follow the fuel line back from the engine compartment until you find the fuel filter located under the truck. Remove the line coming into the filter from the gas tank side with the tubing wrench set. Ask your helper to turn the key on and off again. If you have fuel flow, then you need to change the fuel filter. If you do not see fuel, then you need to replace the fuel pump in the gas tank.
