Intake Camshaft repair
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Solenoids are not a programmable part so "No" would be the answer.
In the wrong spot ? They're color marked between Int. and Exh. so you shouldn't have them in the wrong side. ( I don't even know if they can physically go in the wrong side)
Have you driven the car yet ? The car's computer may have not reset yet.
Fwiw. There is a chance you could have damaged the wire plug ins when swapping out the solenoids. If you read through the previous posted link you'll have seen that those solenoid wire connections can be a PITA.
If you got aggravated trying to unplug them, damage to the connector or wire pins could have happened.
In the wrong spot ? They're color marked between Int. and Exh. so you shouldn't have them in the wrong side. ( I don't even know if they can physically go in the wrong side)
Have you driven the car yet ? The car's computer may have not reset yet.
Fwiw. There is a chance you could have damaged the wire plug ins when swapping out the solenoids. If you read through the previous posted link you'll have seen that those solenoid wire connections can be a PITA.
If you got aggravated trying to unplug them, damage to the connector or wire pins could have happened.
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Solenoids are not a programmable part so "No" would be the answer.
In the wrong spot ? They're color marked between Int. and Exh. so you shouldn't have them in the wrong side. ( I don't even know if they can physically go in the wrong side)
Have you driven the car yet ? The car's computer may have not reset yet.
Fwiw. There is a chance you could have damaged the wire plug ins when swapping out the solenoids. If you read through the previous posted link you'll have seen that those solenoid wire connections can be a PITA.
If you got aggravated trying to unplug them, damage to the connector or wire pins could have happened.
In the wrong spot ? They're color marked between Int. and Exh. so you shouldn't have them in the wrong side. ( I don't even know if they can physically go in the wrong side)
Have you driven the car yet ? The car's computer may have not reset yet.
Fwiw. There is a chance you could have damaged the wire plug ins when swapping out the solenoids. If you read through the previous posted link you'll have seen that those solenoid wire connections can be a PITA.
If you got aggravated trying to unplug them, damage to the connector or wire pins could have happened.
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That's your problem. Old school mechanic working on a new school car.
Seriously though. I used to do automotive repair for a living back in the late 70's, and early 80's. You can't use the "old school" thinking on these new age computer controlled cars.
There is a huge amount of knowledge about these cars on this forum. If your dad doesn't want to listen to us, oh well.
Fwiw. It really is hard to discuss repair procedures through a 3rd person not doing the actual work. Since you're not doing the hands on work (and your Dad is being stubborn) I've offered up all I can.
Now, if your Dad wants to join in the forum conversation, I'll be glad to jump back in and try to help.
Seriously though. I used to do automotive repair for a living back in the late 70's, and early 80's. You can't use the "old school" thinking on these new age computer controlled cars.
There is a huge amount of knowledge about these cars on this forum. If your dad doesn't want to listen to us, oh well.
Fwiw. It really is hard to discuss repair procedures through a 3rd person not doing the actual work. Since you're not doing the hands on work (and your Dad is being stubborn) I've offered up all I can.
Now, if your Dad wants to join in the forum conversation, I'll be glad to jump back in and try to help.
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That's your problem. Old school mechanic working on a new school car.
Seriously though. I used to do automotive repair for a living back in the late 70's, and early 80's. You can't use the "old school" thinking on these new age computer controlled cars.
There is a huge amount of knowledge about these cars on this forum. If your dad doesn't want to listen to us, oh well.
Fwiw. It really is hard to discuss repair procedures through a 3rd person not doing the actual work. Since you're not doing the hands on work (and your Dad is being stubborn) I've offered up all I can.
Now, if your Dad wants to join in the forum conversation, I'll be glad to jump back in and try to help.
Seriously though. I used to do automotive repair for a living back in the late 70's, and early 80's. You can't use the "old school" thinking on these new age computer controlled cars.
There is a huge amount of knowledge about these cars on this forum. If your dad doesn't want to listen to us, oh well.
Fwiw. It really is hard to discuss repair procedures through a 3rd person not doing the actual work. Since you're not doing the hands on work (and your Dad is being stubborn) I've offered up all I can.
Now, if your Dad wants to join in the forum conversation, I'll be glad to jump back in and try to help.
-Thanks!
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Are you sure the code is still p0010? That was my question, just because that's what it was before the repair doesn't mean that's what it is after.
The light should go out immediately.
Technically the P0010 refers to the CIRCUIT being bad, not necessarily the part itself. In other words, a visual inspection of the connectors and wires is in order. I am positive that a 74 year old could see if a wire was chafed or scraped or a connector damaged. Most people could tell if a wire was damaged or not.
Did he replace the VALVES or the SENSORS? Should be the VALVES under the air cleaner on top of the engine. The wrong parts (sensors) are on the sides of the engine.
The light should go out immediately.
Technically the P0010 refers to the CIRCUIT being bad, not necessarily the part itself. In other words, a visual inspection of the connectors and wires is in order. I am positive that a 74 year old could see if a wire was chafed or scraped or a connector damaged. Most people could tell if a wire was damaged or not.
Did he replace the VALVES or the SENSORS? Should be the VALVES under the air cleaner on top of the engine. The wrong parts (sensors) are on the sides of the engine.
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Are you sure the code is still p0010? That was my question, just because that's what it was before the repair doesn't mean that's what it is after.
The light should go out immediately.
Technically the P0010 refers to the CIRCUIT being bad, not necessarily the part itself. In other words, a visual inspection of the connectors and wires is in order. I am positive that a 74 year old could see if a wire was chafed or scraped or a connector damaged. Most people could tell if a wire was damaged or not.
Did he replace the VALVES or the SENSORS? Should be the VALVES under the air cleaner on top of the engine. The wrong parts (sensors) are on the sides of the engine.
The light should go out immediately.
Technically the P0010 refers to the CIRCUIT being bad, not necessarily the part itself. In other words, a visual inspection of the connectors and wires is in order. I am positive that a 74 year old could see if a wire was chafed or scraped or a connector damaged. Most people could tell if a wire was damaged or not.
Did he replace the VALVES or the SENSORS? Should be the VALVES under the air cleaner on top of the engine. The wrong parts (sensors) are on the sides of the engine.
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So you did not follow the procedure needed to change them? When people here offer advice....... take it!!! Now, rather than a VERY simple repair being completed successfully, here we go into another game of 20 questions.
I agree Firemangeorge - it becomes counter-productive after a point.
Sorry I am being blunt, but this kind of situation drives many of us nuts.
I agree Firemangeorge - it becomes counter-productive after a point.
Sorry I am being blunt, but this kind of situation drives many of us nuts.
