Scanner?

**Nightshade** · 09-08-2007, 11:43 PM

Anyone have a odb2 scanner? Wendy's SX 2.0 has a CEL and I would like to know what that's all about.. I don't have my superchips anymore..

Gary? Are you coming down tomorrow? Can't the superchips read codes from other cars? I don't want to make her have to pay to have the stealership to read them.. and I want to know what's going on.. I think it's just a misfire code.. she needs new wires and plugs REAL soon.. 100k kms and she apparently hasn't done plugs or wires.. (ugh!)

**BlazeHemi** · 09-09-2007, 12:00 AM

I got one but I am way over on the east end. Not much help to you.

Greg

**fnkychkn** · 09-09-2007, 12:22 AM

try the key dance method to retrieve codes.

**Nightshade** · 09-09-2007, 01:25 AM

Originally Posted by fnkychkn

try the key dance method to retrieve codes.

I tried it.. she has an SX 2.0 base..

there is an odo.. but couldn't get the codes to come up.. works on my magnum..

Is there a different key dance for the neon?

**whelin** · 09-09-2007, 05:35 AM

I will bring it Joe.

Originally Posted by Nightshade

Anyone have a odb2 scanner? Wendy's SX 2.0 has a CEL and I would like to know what that's all about.. I don't have my superchips anymore..

Gary? Are you coming down tomorrow? Can't the superchips read codes from other cars? I don't want to make her have to pay to have the stealership to read them.. and I want to know what's going on.. I think it's just a misfire code.. she needs new wires and plugs REAL soon.. 100k kms and she apparently hasn't done plugs or wires.. (ugh!)

**Cdn_Magnum** · 09-09-2007, 09:57 AM

Originally Posted by Nightshade

I tried it.. she has an SX 2.0 base..

there is an odo.. but couldn't get the codes to come up.. works on my magnum..

Is there a different key dance for the neon?

If its anything like the old caravans etc then the check engine lite will flash a sequence.

**Obsidian** · 09-09-2007, 11:14 AM

Originally Posted by Nightshade

I tried it.. she has an SX 2.0 base..

there is an odo.. but couldn't get the codes to come up.. works on my magnum..

Is there a different key dance for the neon?

Hey Joe,

According to this website ..The code descriptions are listed as well.

Without starting your engine, turn the ignition key on and off 3 times leaving it in the on position at the end of the third cycle. This will start the "check engine" light to flash a code(s). The example for codes 12 would be like this. Flash, short pause, Flash, Flash long pause (Next code).

**VelocityBoy** · 09-09-2007, 11:29 AM

I always keep my SC in my car so remind me when we meet tonight.

Cheers,

Tom

**Nightshade** · 09-09-2007, 12:39 PM

Hmm Key dance works if I do it quicker..

P0440

Possible cause is a gas cap not being on right.. and she's had a broken wrist for a while.. Betcha that is the culpret.. she didn't get it on properly and it's throwing codes..

Any idea how to clear the codes on an SX 2.0 (2003)? Will hammer google again, but seems fruitless.

What does that mean?

This indicates that a part of the EVAP control system is no longer fuctioning correctly. The EVAP system consists of many parts, including (but not limited to) the gas cap, fuel lines, carbon canister, purge valve, and other hoses. The (EVAP) emission control system prevents the escape of fuel vapors from a vehicle's fuel system. Fuel vapors are routed by hoses to a charcoal canister for storage. Later, when the engine is running a purge control valve opens allowing intake vacuum to siphon the fuel vapors into the engine.
Symptoms

You likely won't notice any drivability problems.
Causes

A code P0440 could mean one or more of the following has happened:

The gas cap is not installed or working properly
The purge solenoid has failed
The canister is plugged and not working properly

Possible Solutions

With a P0440 OBD-II trouble code, diagnosis can be tricky at times. Here are some things to try:

Remove and reinstall the gas cap, clear the code, and drive for a day and see if the codes come back.
Inspect the EVAP system for cuts/holes in tubes/hoses
Inspect for damaged or disconnected hoses around the Evap purge solenoid
Check and/or replace the sensor
Check and/or replace the purge valve
Have a professional use a smoke machine to detect leaks

**Nightshade** · 09-09-2007, 12:56 PM

got it sorted out.. there are only a few fuses.. so just pulled all the 20A ones till the code was cleared...

All good now...

She was worried yesterday.. she went to Orangeville and called me worried that there was a stream of fluid coming from the car.. that coupled wiht the engine light sent her to canadian tire to get help.. I was under the car at the time replacing my fog light so didn't think about it too much and didn't think to ask if she was running the ac.... argh.. thankfully they didn't start replacing things at crappy tire. condensation.. taught her to grab a paper towel to dab the fluid to see the colour.. clear is fine.. brown/black is oil, orange/green is coolant.. red is transmission.. lol..

Thanks everyone.. :D