Is there a national registry for CNG vehicles?
One challenge is the lack of a national database of all CNG vehicles, whether OEM-built or converted. “Each state has its own vehicle registration requirements and only a few record fuel type,” said Yborra.
Is it OK to use CNG in cars?
Using compressed natural gas (CNG) in vehicles has benefited fleets around the world for decades.
What happens to a CNG tank when it expires?
“Last is the timely removal and proper disposal of a cylinder when it reaches its full useful life or if it’s damaged,” Yborra explained. He believes some owners may keep CNG cylinders in service after expiration because either they don’t realize tank life has expired or the tank may appear safe. “Appearances can be deceiving,” Yborra noted.
What does it mean when check engine light is on but no codes?
No code being generated on the reader does not mean the driver is in the clear. In fact, when the light is on, the odds are just as high that there has actually been something wrong for a while even if no code is generated.
Can a car go into reduced power mode with no codes?
Thoughts? Running a scan tool and watching the parameters while the engine is running would be the first thing I would do with no codes stored. This is a rare instance that no codes are displayed yet the engine goes into reduced power mode.
Why is there no code on my engine?
Having no codes yet it wouldn’t come out of limp mode was the clue. As the battery heated up, the plates inside it would warp causing the alternator to go to maximum output. This caused major voltage spikes to the entire system.
What does the reduced engine power warning mean?
Asking what engaged reduced engine power warning message is somewhat like asking what turned on your check engine light —there are too many possibilities to list. Plus, GM has changed its fail-safe strategies over the years, so exactly what can engage the message depends on the year and model of your vehicle.
Why does my engine go into reduced power mode?
This is a rare instance that no codes are displayed yet the engine goes into reduced power mode. The only time I saw this in one of my trucks, I found the ECM was the problem and was started by a faulty battery.