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P2185 is a trouble code, showing engine coolant temperature sensor 2 circuit is high  2008 Honda Accord  coolant temperature sensor  Click Here to read about coolant temperature sensor of toyota vehicles when the ECU  of the vehicle is not receiving signal from the coolant sensor or the signal reaching the ECU is low, it'll set that code P2185 and pop up the check engine light.  Symptoms of p2185 the only noticeable symptom is the check engine light, at times the engine may run on rich mixture, causing poor fuel economy. Possible causes of p2185 WATCH THE VIDEO sensor being removed blocked or leaking thermostat low coolant level  air bubble in the cooling system bad coolant temperature sensor Possible solution of p2185 check the sensor location and make sure it's not being removed, especially when you replace the radiator. the brand new radiator don't usually come with the coolant temperature sensor but a drain plug. You need to replace the drain plug with the sensor befor

A must read post   Transmission fluid is the lifeblood of transmission. It ensures the smooth running of the engine and keeps the   transmission temperature   down since gear usually generates alot of heat. but what happens if you put too much fluid in the transmission? What are the signs of an overfilled automatic transmission? leakage of transmission seals puddles of transmission fluid underneath the vehicle foamy transmission oil transmission overheating  failure to shift properly, causing a jerky sensation what are the consequences of an overfilled automatic transmission? oil starvation  reduced lubrication reduced cooling increased frictions damage to parts damage to seals increased wear what are the signs of overfilled manual transmission? leakage of transmission seals puddles of transmission oil underneath the vehicle puddles of transmission oil inside the vehicle foamy transmission oil  tansmission overheating clutch chatter or slipping when applying the clutch difficulty pushi

 Don't ruin your car engine.  Trial and error sucks Know sensor  Knock sensor  Knock sensor  Circuit Description  A flat type knock sensor (non–resonant type) has the structure that can detect vibration in a wider band of the frequency from about 6 kHz to 15 kHz and has the following features. Knock sensors are fitted on the cylinder block to detect engine knocking. The knock sensor contains a piezoelectric element which generates voltage when it becomes deformed. The generation of the voltage occurs when the cylinder block vibrates due to the knocking. If the engine knocking occurs, in order to suppress it, the ignition timing is retarded. MONITOR DESCRIPTION The knock sensor, located on the cylinder block, detects spark knocks. When the spark knocks occur, the sensor picks–up vibrates in a specific frequency range.  When the ECM detects the voltage in this frequency range, it retards the ignition timing to suppress the spark knock. The ECM also senses background engine noise with

Engine coolant temperature sensor helps: In sensing engine coolant temperature and overall engine temperature it helps the ECU/PCM to properly control the fuel injector pulse rate, especially at colder temperature to improve engine performance and avoid stalling  improving drivability, at colder engine temperature it helps in maintaining optimum fuel economy SYMPTOMS OF P0116 IN TOYOTA  Check engine light on hard acceleration, especially at colder engine temperature excessive fuel consumption intermittent engine misfiring - at times everything seems alright, next minute you'll feel difficulty in revving the engine, with shooting sound. You'll have to press hard on the throttle pedal before the engine can move. at times you'll resolve the exhaust is restricted, at other times, the symptom will be that of a bad fuel pump. at times you'll count a misfire from number 1 cylinder. BUT WHEN YOU HAVE ALL THIS SYMPTOMS AND NO DTCs, it's likely that you have a bad fuel pum

As a car owner, you need at least a basic auto diagnostic tool to help you have the first hand knowledge of your vehicle, even before you call a mechanic.  When an original diagnostic tool detected a fault on your vehicle, it will suggest some ways and steps you will take to fix that problem.  If you're connected to Internet, it'll link you to video tutorials of how that particular problem is being solved. What does this means to you? You reduced your repair cost,  when you have the first-hand knowledge of your vehicle, your calling a mechanic is to just tell him what he'll help you do, already, there's no need for further diagnosis,  he/she will hardly lie to you as a means of extorting  some extra money from you  You'll hasten the work as you're going straight to where the fault is, there'll be no need for trial and error. When you earlier diagnose an early check engine light,  it'll  be easier for you to solve it, preventing the faults from escalating

 P0016 is a Toyota malfunctions DTC , that means  the readings of the camshaft position sensor does not correlate with that of the crankshaft position sensor.  crankshaft position sensor cam position sensor Causes of P0016 trouble Code  if you don't change engine oil and filter in time   N ot using the recommended engine oil for the engine    Faulty camshaft position sensor     Wrong engine timing Symptoms of P0016 trouble code        intermittent loss of power         hard starting         hard acceleration         engine overheating           engine vibration when idling with air condition working Different ways to resolve the P0016 trouble code      change engine oil and oil filter, with the recommended oil for your engine         clean   VVTi oil control valve and its filter under it (check pictures below)      check the voltage of the camshaft position sensor, clean or replace it if the voltage is not up to the recommended value        check and repla