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The use of paint codes, whether you have a scratch or huge dent, ensures that in painting, restoring or repairing the exterior of your Volkswagen, you will get a precise match of your autos original color.

Location

The location of the paint codes varies depending on the make, model and year of your VW. The two-to-four number/letter digit code is usually under the rear trunk, under the trunk mat or in the spare tire wheel well.

Other Paint Code Sources

If you are unable to locate your paint code anywhere on your vehicle, check your owners manual. If the information is not available from that source, call a VW dealership, give your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and have the dealer look it up for you.

Benefits of Paint Codes

Paint codes will ensure that you are using the correct color. Do not try to match your paint without these codes; even experts will be unable to do an effective match without the correct information. Even if you try to match colors on the Internet, the quality and shade of the color shown will depend on your computer.

You can retrieve and rest the trouble codes for your 2001 Dodge Ram right from your home garage, saving yourself time and money. The Ram comes standard with an On-Board Diagnostics II computer -- OBD II -- that retrieves and stores all trouble codes sent to it from sensors within the vehicle. When these sensors detect a problem, they send a trouble code to the computer, which lights up warning or service lights on the instrument panel. You can retrieve these trouble codes using an OBD II code scanner. You can buy one at many auto-parts retailers.

Instructions

1

Find the diagnostic port on the drivers side dashboard under the steering column. It will be the same size and shape as the connective end of the OBD II code scanner. Plug the code scanner into this diagnostic port.

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Put the key into the ignition and turn it to the "On" position. Dont start the engine. This will power on the code scanner.

3

Select the "Read Codes" command or something similar within the code scanners menu. Wait while the code scanner retrieves the codes from the computer. Write the alphanumeric codes it displays on a piece of paper.

4

Look up the codes in the scanners manual. Unplug the scanner and have the car serviced or repaired based on the trouble codes.

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Repeat steps 1 and 2. Select "Delete Codes." Wait while the scanner responds to the command. You will know it has finished if you see the message "Command Sent" on the code scanner or if the main menu has reappeared on the code scanner. When the process is complete, unplug the scanner from the port.

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Start the engine and verify on the instrument panel that all warning and service lights have shut off.

You can read the trouble codes on your 93 Mazda 626 right from your home garage, saving your time and money. The On-Board Diagnostics II computer (OBDII) comes standard on the Mazda 626. This computer receives trouble codes from sensors positioned throughout the vehicle that monitor all of the cars functions. When it receives a trouble code, it alerts you by illuminating a warning or service light on the vehicles instrument panel. When you see one of these lights, you can read the codes using an OBDII scanner to pinpoint the problem.

Instructions

1

Put the key into the ignition and turn it to the "II" position. Dont start the engine.

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Look for an open port on the lower drivers-side dashboard, near the steering column. Plug the scanner into the port. The vehicles electrical system will power on the OBDII scanner. Wait for the codes to appear on the scanner.

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Write down the codes on a piece of paper and look them up in the booklet that came with the scanner. The numerical codes will be translated into descriptions.

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Unplug the scanner and turn off the vehicle. Take the codes and descriptions to your mechanic to have your vehicle serviced or repaired.

You can read the diagnostic codes on your 95 Chevy Lumina V6 using an OBD I scan tool. This small computerized device is used to read the codes and reset the computer after repairs have been made. It can be purchased from most auto parts stores. Trouble codes are stored by the On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) computer to help you troubleshoot malfunctions within the vehicle. Some codes pertain to the servicing needs of the Chevy.

Instructions

1

Locate the fuse panel cover near the steering column and open it by pulling downwards on it with your fingers. Find the port inside and plug the OBD I scan tool into this port.

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Put the key into the ignition and turn it to the "On" position but dont start the engine. Turn on the scan tool.

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Wait for the scan tool to retrieve the codes. Write the codes it displays down on a piece of paper. Turn off the vehicle and unplug the scan tool.

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Look up the meaning of the codes in the OBD scan tool manual.

You can read the diagnostic codes for your 95 Chevy Lumina V.6 right from home using an OBD scan tool. This tool can be purchased from any auto parts retailer for the purpose of retrieving diagnostic codes and resetting them. These codes help you troubleshoot problems within your Lumina. The on-board diagnostics computer (OBD) receives diagnostic trouble codes sent to it from various sensors positioned throughout the vehicle. It alerts you to these trouble codes by illuminating a warning or service light on the Luminas instrument panel.

Instructions

1

Find the fuse panel cover under the steering wheel. Pull down on it from the top using your fingers.

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Find the port to the left side of the fuse panel. Plug the OBD scan tool into this port.

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Put the key into the ignition and turn it on but dont start the engine. Find the on/off switch on the scan tool and turn it on.

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Wait for the scan tool to read the codes. Write these codes on a piece of paper. Turn off the scan tool and unplug it from the port. Turn off the vehicle.

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Look up the meaning of the codes in the scan tools manual.

You can clear the error codes on your Toyota Corolla right from your home garage, saving yourself time and money. Corollas made in 1996 or later come standard with an On-Board Diagnostics II computer (OBD II), whereas earlier Corollas come with an OBD I computer. You will need to purchase or borrow an OBD I or II scanner to read and clear the error codes. Sensors are positioned throughout the Corolla that detect malfunctions and send this information in the form of error codes to the computer, which in turn illuminates a warning light on the instrument panel. The sensors also keep track of the regular maintenance needs of the car, and this is displayed on the instrument panel in the form of a service light. Do not attempt to clear the error codes until you have had the vehicle serviced or repaired. The lights will keep turning themselves on if you prematurely reset the computer.

Instructions

1

Plug the scanner into the Diagnostic Link Connector (DLC) on the lower part of the drivers side dashboard near the hood release.

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Put the key into the ignition, and turn it to the "on" position. Dont crank the engine. The scanner will turn on automatically.

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Locate a command on the scanner that says "Erase Codes" or something similar. Select this command. Once the scanner has completed the task, it will display "Command Sent" or just return you to the main menu.

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Unplug the scanner, and start the engine. Verify on the instrument cluster that all warning and service lights have shut off.

Retrieve the ABS codes from your 94 Saturn right from your home garage to save yourself both time and money. The 94 Saturn comes equipped with an On-Board Diagnostics I computer (OBD I), that retrieves and stores all trouble codes, such as the ABS codes. ABS stands for Anti-lock Braking System. When sensors in the ABS detect a malfunction, they send the code to the computer which, in turn, illuminates the ABS light on the dash. You can retrieve these ABS codes using an OBD I code scanner, which can be purchased from any auto parts retailer.

Instructions

1

Locate the OBD I port on the drivers side dashboard near the steering column. Its the same size and shape as the connector on the OBD I code scanner.

2

Plug the scanner into the port and put the key into the ignition. Turn it to the "II" position but dont start the engine.

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Wait for the scanner to turn on and select the "Read Codes" command or similarly worded instruction. Wait for the code scanner to interface with the computer. Write down the codes on a piece of paper.

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Look up the meaning of the codes in the manual. Unplug the scanner and have the braking system repaired based on the information obtained from the codes.

The transmission, whether it be automatic or manual, is the heart of the drivetrain system and is responsible for creating a stepped link in power distribution between your engine and wheels. Depending on the options of your 89 Ford F150 at purchase, you could have either one of three automatic transmissions or a manual transmission. Each transmission has their own pros and cons, and were installed in the F150 depending on the overall purpose of the vehicle.

AOD Transmission

The AOD transmission is a four-speed fully automatic transmission that was improved on over the years for efficiency. In the AOD transmission third gear has a split torque path that provides 40 percent of the engines torque through the torque converter and the remaining 60 percent of torque is transferred through the direct input drive shaft. This transmission functions much like other automatic transmission of the era where manual first gear wont shift until manually shifted to second. As you use manual second the transmission will start and remain in second until manually changed by the driver. Third gear will shift from first to second and finally to third, but will not shift into overdrive.

E4OD Transmission

The E4OD transmission was the second fully automatic option for the 89 F150. With the general use of a torque converter in overdrive, torque converter slippage or wasted energy from the engine is about ten percent. The E4OD used a special torque converter, known as a lock-up torque converter, that implements a clutch disc with the torque converter. When deemed appropriate by the PCM, hydraulic pressure is applied to the clutch disc, locking the engine and transmission together; effectively transferring 100 percent of the energy from the engine without waste. With four fully automatic speeds and the lock-up torque converter, the E4OD was the most fuel efficient of the three automatic transmissions.

C6 Transmission

The C6 transmission was produced from 1966 to 1996 and has went through some changes over the years. The torque converter used had a stall speed of 1800 RPM and the transmission was capable of withstanding up to 300 horse-power of the production line. The C6 was also widely upgraded and used in drag racing and off roading. The C6 was a three speed automatic transmission that didnt feature overdrive or a lock-up torque converter; making it the least fuel efficient of the three available automatic transmissions.

Borg-Warner T18 Transmission

The Borg-Warner transmission wasnt widely used on the 88 to 89 F150 and was limited to a certain application. The T18 was a four-speed manual transmission and was only bolted to F150 trucks with a gross vehicle weight under 8500 pounds, with either the 4.9-liter or 5.0-liter engine. The other stipulation is that the transmission was offered with a slip yoke for two-wheel drive applications only. The T-18 transmission will likely have 13-01 stamped into the side of the case; however, if the transmission has been replaced earlier versions were stamped with T18-1E.

You can display the OBD II codes from your 2002 Nissan Sentra on an OBD II pocket scanner. This pocket scanner can be purchased from any auto parts store. These trouble codes contain information about the vehicle to help you pinpoint an exact diagnosis about your Sentras repair and servicing needs. The On-Board Diagnostics computer stores these trouble codes and alerts you to them via warning and service lights that illuminate on your instrument panel. When sensors positioned throughout the vehicle detect any malfunction, they send these codes to the OBD computer.

Instructions

1

Plug the OBD II pocket scanner into the Diagnostic Link Connector (DLC) on the drivers side dash to the left of the steering column, rotating it until it fits properly. Dont force it to go in, or you may bend the pins.

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Put the key into the ignition, and turn it to the "II" position, taking care not to start the engine. Wait while the OBD II pocket scanner powers on and retrieves the codes. It will display all of the alphanumeric trouble codes on the face of the scanner.

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Write them down on a piece of paper.

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Unplug the pocket scanner, and turn off the vehicle when you are finished.

You can check the ABS trouble codes on your 92 Ford F-150 right from your home garage, saving yourself both time and money. The 92 F-150 comes equipped with an On-Board Diagnostics I computer (OBD I) that retrieves and stores all trouble codes sent to it from sensors positioned throughout the truck. When these sensors detect a malfunction in the anti-lock brake system (ABS), they send a code to the computer which, in turn, illuminates the ABS warning light on the instrument panel. You can retrieve these trouble codes using a small, handheld computerized device called an OBD I scan tool. You can buy one at any auto parts retailer.

Instructions

1

Find the OBD port on the drivers dashboard underneath the steering column. Plug the scan tool into this port.

2

Put the key into the ignition and turn it to the "II" position. Dont start the engine.

3

Wait for the scan tool to turn on. Some scan tools need to be turned on, so you may have to find the on/off switch.

4

Select the command "Retrieve Codes." Wait while the scan tool interfaces with the OBD computer. Write the codes down on a piece of paper.

5

Look up the codes in the manual that came with the scan tool. Unplug the tool and have the Fords brake system repaired based on the information obtained from the codes.

You can manually read the trouble codes set by the diagnostics computer in your 1994 Nissan Altima right from your garage, saving both time and money. The 1994 Nissan Altima has an "Onboard Diagnostics I" computer (OBD I) that retrieves and stores all trouble codes sent to it from sensors positioned throughout the vehicle. When these sensors detect any malfunction in the Altimas powertrain, they send trouble codes to the computer. The computer, in turn, illuminates the warning and service lights on the instrument cluster. You can retrieve these codes using an OBD I code scanner. You can purchase an OBD I scanner at any auto parts store.

Instructions

1

Locate the data link connector (DLC) port on the driver-side dashboard under the steering column. Its the same size and shape as the connector on the OBD I code scanner. Carefully plug the code scanner into this port.

2

Put the key into the Altimas ignition and turn it to the "on" position, but dont start the engine. Wait for the code scanner to power on.

3

Select the command "Read Codes" or something similar. Wait while the code scanner retrieves the codes. Write the codes it displays down on a piece of paper.

4

Look up the codes in the scanners manual to get an exact diagnosis. Unplug the scanner and have the vehicle repaired or serviced based on the information obtained from the codes.