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by ELDORADO4TRUCK
Wed Sep 09, 2026 7:08 am
Forum: General Motoring
Topic: After two weeks of sitting, the engine still won't start.
Replies: 8
Views: 24

After two weeks of sitting, the engine still won't start.

4 door, 2.0 litre, 214k miles 2003 Chevrolet Tracker/Suzuki Vitara.

In the past, I've had problems with the engine internally burning a lot of oil. Moving when not in use. Idling at red lights caused the tachometer to occasionally drop to 500.
After two weeks of sitting, the car's engine suddenly ...
by ELDORADO4TRUCK
Fri Aug 28, 2026 9:28 am
Forum: General Motoring
Topic: Arched "A" Pilar Decoration.
Replies: 3
Views: 31

Arched "A" Pilar Decoration.

Has anyone removed the top trim from the A-pillars to allow the cable to be routed behind? I plan to install a dash cam tomorrow. What are some suggestions? Be cautious to maintain a safe distance from the Air Bag.
by ELDORADO4TRUCK
Fri Jul 17, 2026 3:32 pm
Forum: General Motoring
Topic: Front suspension arms for the 2012 E350 CDI A207 convertible
Replies: 5
Views: 303

Re: Front suspension arms for the 2012 E350 CDI A207 convertible

C classes such as A207 and C207 are similar to 204.

Proper e class 212 is the w212 e class.
by ELDORADO4TRUCK
Tue Jul 14, 2026 1:32 pm
Forum: General Motoring
Topic: Problems with CHR products during manufacturing
Replies: 5
Views: 205

Re: Problems with CHR products during manufacturing

Out of all the problems I've had with the construction, the only one that was covered by warranty was a warped rear parcel shelf. The rest were all software-related and were resolved through recalls, including issues with PKSB, map updates, MMU, and Apple CarPlay-Siri.
by ELDORADO4TRUCK
Mon Jul 06, 2026 5:32 pm
Forum: General Motoring
Topic: Failure to Prepare for Heated Catalyst (HCAT) in SMOG Test: Drive Cycle
Replies: 5
Views: 12446

Re: Failure to Prepare for Heated Catalyst (HCAT) in SMOG Test: Drive Cycle

Yes, I did recheck the recall. There is a contradictory statement on cali emissions that states it can prevent a not ready, so I ruled it out at first. However, it does say it would read N/A. Later today, I will meet with the dealer.

Your assistance is greatly appreciated.
by ELDORADO4TRUCK
Mon Jul 06, 2026 5:31 pm
Forum: General Motoring
Topic: Failure to Prepare for Heated Catalyst (HCAT) in SMOG Test: Drive Cycle
Replies: 5
Views: 12446

Re: Failure to Prepare for Heated Catalyst (HCAT) in SMOG Test: Drive Cycle

I appreciate you getting back to me. I see now that my scanner has the wrong monitor labelled; it's the Nox/SCR aftertreatment.

Based on my research, it appears that all you have to do is drive it until the screen clears. My guess is that it needs to execute two deNox and deSox processes.

Indeed ...