A 2006 Ford Explorer repeatedly set codes P0161, P0403, P0443, P0645, and P0713—even after two transmission replacements and thorough sensor checks. The root cause was poor pin fitment or contamination near the EGR valve and PCM connector. Wiggling the harness while monitoring PIDs confirmed the intermittent connection issue.
SureTrack Real Fix: 2015 Ford Transit – Crank No Start
2015 Ford Transit-250 with a 3.7L engine had a short crank issue despite starter replacement. No crank signal was detected. After verifying wiring and replacing the crank sensor, the issue persisted. Cleaning spark plugs and using wide-open throttle during cranking restored engine start and resolved the problem.
SureTrack Real Fix: 2013 RAM 1500 ST 5.7L eng. CD EZH
A 2013 RAM 1500 developed a clicking noise when coasting between 24–17 mph. The sound stopped in neutral. After inspecting driveline components and replacing front CV shafts, the issue persisted. Ultimately, replacing the VVT solenoid under the intake manifold eliminated the noise, confirming it as the root cause.
SureTrack Real Fix: 2014 Land Rover Freelander Fix
The customer reported that the check engine light was on in their 2014 Land Rover Freelander. After connecting a scan tool, a P00B8 code was found, indicating a correlation issue with the mass or volume air flow. A subsequent road test revealed a hissing sound, prompting a smoke test that identified a leak from the damaged charge air cooler hose. The hose was replaced, codes cleared, and a successful road test demonstrated proper vehicle operation with no fault codes or warning lights.
SureTrack Real Fix: Land Rover Air Suspension Compressor
This 2019 Land Rover Range Rover Sport had the anti-lock brake system (ABS) light is on. Find out how they discovered it needed the air suspension compressor to be replaced.
SureTrack Real Fix: Shifty Business
Car not shifting properly and no codes? Is it the transmission or something else? Follow this Real Fix to see how a bad camshaft position sensor caused the transmission to not shift at the proper speed.
SureTrack Real Fix: Steering Saturn Success
A SureTrack community member experienced difficulty with a 2009 Saturn vue Green Line that came to the shop after having the steering column & module replaced. The customer assumed only calibration was needed but some fixes just aren’t that simple. Discover what diagnostics steps the technician took, along with guidance from fellow community members, to quickly find the root cause of the inoperative steering assist. See the fix ➤
SureTrack Real Fix: GMC Sierra Repeats Knock
This 2006 GMC Sierra 1500 rolled into the shop with a check engine light, giving the same trouble code from a year prior. SureTrack’s community of expert techs, helped a fellow member solve the tricky diagnosis involving the previous parts used to perform the fix a year ago. See the fix ➤
SureTrack Real Fix: Slipping Honda Trans
This 2015 Honda CR-V EX was towed to the shop, unable to drive, with around 115,000 miles. SureTrack’s community of expert techs, helped a fellow member solve the tricky diagnosis involving the trouble code, C1871 that was found to be due to the transmission slipping. See the fix ➤
SureTrack Real Fix: Silverado Engine Swap
This 2011 Chevrolet Silverado rolled into the shop after undergoing an engine swap. SureTrack’s community of expert techs, helped a fellow member solve the tricky diagnosis involving a faulty filter & a pump with improper pressure. See the fix ➤
