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That is indeed a code for the torque converter, specifically the lock up function. Normally I tell people not to worry about that since the torque converter lockups only function is to save fuel on the highway. Maybe you can try replacing the solenoid for TCC or try unplugging it and see if you get the same symptom. That’s really a shame if Honda designed the vehicle to be basically undrivable due to a nonessential function like that.
No, you will be sent a check for whatever the computer comes back with as the fair market value of the car. Depending on the damage, you may want to elect to buy the car back directly from the insurance company or from the insurance auction to repair or use for parts on another vehicle of the same model.
It says a lot about Eric’s dedication to his channel that he still addresses negative comments he gets and takes it to heart. I appreciate how humble you are in that sense and that’s one of the main reasons I’ve stayed a loyal fan for years. I really don’t get it either, nowadays advertising is literally everywhere, even street signs, I’m lucky there’s not a billboard in my apartment. Having said that, with it being clearly labeled as separate content on this channel has got to be about as honest and admirable as it comes. I’ve watched nearly every single ETCG video there is, and sponsored content does NOT bother me one bit. In fact the only video I disagree with is the video about putting new tires on the front axle, because it goes against industry standard without any real scientific or factual data and it’s a safety issue. I believe those with an audience like ETCG have a responsibility to their viewers, and unfortunately, given the large volume of viewers, it’s extremely likely that somebody didn’t know any better and took that advice and it led to a motor vehicle crash, possibly resulting in injury or death. Such important matters of safety should be left to the experts. So if there’s any criticism to be taken to heart, please let it be directed towards more serious matters like that, and leave the more frivolous complaints alone.
An electric car has antifreeze?
Color doesn’t matter so much, you just don’t want to mix different chemistries. The only way to really be sure is to completely drain, flush, and refill with your choice of antifreeze so you know what’s in there.
Something like 25-30 ft lbs. I went tighter than that though. I think the order is more important, torque the two bolts in the middle on the bottom first and work out from there. Make sure the intake manifold is lined up perfectly with the locator dowels before torqueing down. Good luck.
That is the exact symptom of a manifold gasket leak, I fought with one a few times. Loosen all the manifold bolts and try again, you can probably reuse the gasket but torque the 3 exhaust bolts first. Leave the bottom bolts in just a couple threads to slide the intake manifold on, then tighten the bottom bolts first and the top ones last. You can try flipping the manifold gasket around, or depending on how hard it was torqued you might need to buy another one.
Oh cool, just make sure you use the same shock & spring combo, the Up Country shocks are monotube and are setup for the higher ride height.
One easy way to tell if you might have the up country suspension is if you have the factory tow hooks and skid plates. It is possible to have these and NOT have up country suspension from the factory, but not the other way around. The only other way is to compare part #s or get a build sheet from jeep/Chrysler. However at this age it’s easily possible someone changed out the factory suspension either way.
I painted my Mercedes by myself in a weekend for under $100. Is it show room quality? Absolutely not, but it’s pretty good and from 20 feet away everything looks the same. I used oil based tractor paint which I like better than the automotive paint anyways, much easier to work with and more environmentally friendly. The actual spraying takes maybe an hour or two, prep is where all the work is. But I was doing a color change, if you’re not you basically just mask off lights, glass, and trim and go for it.
There are a few different stock springs that the WJ came with, but the engine doesn’t necessarily indicate which springs the truck came with. They are fit the same and are interchangeable, but it’s hard to know what a spring is and especially with age what effect it’ll have. The only substantially different stock suspension setup that was available was the Up Country suspension package that included different shocks as well. It rides about 1″ higher and rides a little firmer. My brother’s 04 has it, my 01 doesn’t. Now, as for aftermarket suspension, I’m sure there’s all kinds of setups.
I agree with above, try the fuel filler cap first. I’ve never had any EVAP codes in over 100k miles of lifetime ownership of WJ’s so I can’t really give any specific advice, although I did have to replace the rubber boots on some vacuum connections under the hood and that could cause an EVAP code.
The fan relay under the passenger side headlight is a pretty common problem on these vehicles. It is often accompanied by a DTC, sometimes without the check engine light coming on. I believe it’s P1491, if you have that code I would definitely replace the fan relay.
Pull the dipstick and check the condition of the fluid in the junkyard transmission. If it’s red or pink that’s a good sign, brown is fine but if it’s too dark or smells burnt, don’t bother. If possible you can also pull the transmission oil pan and check for excessive metal shavings or debris inside and on the pan magnet. Some is normal but again if the fluid or inside of the pan is shiny from metal filings it’s not a good sign. Keep in mind that if the transmission failed on the original vehicle, this may be a common failure for that model, meaning there’s a higher chance another used unit will have problems as well.