What does a pending code on an OBD mean?
Pending codes mean that the OBD-II monitoring system has failed the operation of an emission control system at least once and if it fails again the Check Engine Light will be turned on and the malfunction becomes an Active code. Part 2
Where are the transmission codes stored in a Mercedes?
Specific codes related to the transmission are stored in the TCU (Transmission Control Unit) and come generic codes such as P0705 are stored in ECU (Engine Control Unit). You don’t need to pay anyone to read the codes; you can retrieve them yourself in a couple of minutes with the right OBD II scanner.
Why does my car stall when I put the car in second gear?
If you start the engine, shift into “drive”, and it starts out in second gear right away, (at least for Chrysler products), it’s usually electrical in nature and most commonly due to a failed sensor.
What to do if your transmission is stuck in gear?
If your transmission is stuck in gear and you are far away from home, try this: 1 Pull over and turn the car off. Remove the key. 2 Do not press the gas pedal or any other buttons on the car. 3 Wait 20 seconds. 4 Start the car and drive to see if it is out of limp mode.
Pending codes mean that the OBD-II monitoring system has failed the operation of an emission control system at least once and if it fails again the Check Engine Light will be turned on and the malfunction becomes an Active code. Part 2
What can cause a car to die once it is put into gear?
Car dies after putting it in gear starts right up. I have a 2005 cadillac cts that starts but when I put the car in gear the car shuts off. What could this be? … read more
Can a car stall when put in gear?
Yes, vehicle stalls everytime it is put into gear. Dealer has had the car for a week and has run a full range of tests. Yes, dealer is able to duplicate the failure. One of the most common failures that can cause this problem that I have seen before is the Torque converter solenoid (TCC solenoid).
Why does my PCM stall when I Turn on the engine?
The MAP sensor senses intake vacuum, which the PCM uses to estimate load so it can adjust the air/fuel mixture accordingly. If the MAP sensor isn’t reading right, the PCM will receive bad information and possibly add or subtract more fuel than it should causing the engine to stall.