Troubleshooting Articles

Troubleshooting articles are vehicle-specific and provide common solutions to any hiccups you may have with your vehicle. 

Switch Basics If you are experiencing problems and suspect your switch, here is a quick and easy way of testing for proper function. The picture to the right should be used for reference regarding...
  1986-1994 Mercedes troubleshooting guide   When working with the 86-94 MBZ vehicles, it is important to recognize the following:         ...
Checking for Air Leaks Step Three: Placing Vacuum cap over diesel filter input Step Five: Connecting filter output to vacuum gun Step Six: Vacuum testing the diesel filter housing 2nd...
  94-00 GM 6.5L Troubleshooting   The 6.5 GM uses a pump mounted driver (PMD) which is an electronic device mounted to the injection pump. The PMD tends to get overheated and is prone...
Managing your Co-Pilot Settings Having trouble setting up your Co-Pilot or aren't sure of the correct settings for your vehicle? Check here first for some tips on correct...
  75-95 Volkswagen Troubleshooting       Problem: Lacks power, runs rough, stalls on vegetable oil and/or diesel. *Before attempting to troubleshoot this or any other...
  1965-1985 Mercedes troubleshooting guide               These cars are very sensitive to air, even the smallest of air leaks...
  99-03 Volkswagen TDI Troubleshooting       Problem: Lacks power, runs rough, stalls on vegetable oil and/or diesel. *Before attempting to troubleshoot this or any...
    94-97 1st Generation Ford PSD Trouble shooting   These engines work particularly well for SVO conversions. The fuel is warmed as it flows through the fuel rails inside the...
  Heating/Cooling Issues   Once the coolant is refilled, it may be necessary to bleed trapped air out of the system to allow proper circulation. The first thing to try is simply...