Recent content by mlnnc

If you are in the U.S., the major auto parts chains all have loan-a-tool programs where you can check out a pressure test kit for $0 net (after you return it). I've used the kit from AutoZone. The part number is 940427T. The orange adapter fits the DII coolant reservoir. You just screw the...

I understand you replaced the reservoir and cap a year ago. I'd start with replacing the cap again anyway. It's inexpensive, and depending on where you live you can buy one from a local auto parts store and even return it if it turns out the cap is not the problem. Always start with the...

I can't speak specifically to Rovertym, but the Safarigard sliders I found from an '02 Kalahari here at a local boneyard in June last year had been mounted with 5/16 bolts, so that's what I used. The outside diameter of the 5/16 rivnuts is 7/16. That meant I had to enlarge (drill out) the 20...

I agree that the symptoms indicate a problem with the neutral safety switch (aka the XYZ switch). I had this happen in my truck 10 years ago last month. You can check the switch by moving the shifter through PRND321 and observing whether the gears selected are indicated correctly in the...

As others have written, Option B restores ABS, traction control and hill descent control functions. It does not bypass the ABS system. It bypasses a very common solder joint failure point buried deep in the ABS modulator. Here is a link to a "reasonably-priced" scan tool that others on...

Before I jump into adjusting the steering box I'd be checking the steering rod tie rod ends. When I had loose steering about six years ago I found the ones on my truck were very, very worn out and loose.

Yeah, and the sound can make you think you broke the bolt. Fun times! I used a 5/8" impact swivel socket when I replaced the head gaskets on my truck 13 years ago.

No. I think rovercanus is thinking of a DI. On the DII the there is a vac pump that is part of the cruise control assembly. The short hose from the integral pump goes a few inches to the actuator only. The cruise control in my truck was failed a year ago or so. It still worked after it...

I know this is about a D1, but in my truck (thus far) I simply need to pull out the key just a little bit while turning it to get the ignition switch to work. I consider it a minor anti-theft device. Most people would just shove the key in all the way ant try to turn it. The anti-theft device...

Why do you want to delete it? If you don't use it, it can't cause any problems. It's benign. But to answer your question directly, removing it won't cause any vac-related engine management problems.

Cats is slang for catalytic converters. The issue you noted about the truck not starting with the transmission in Park does sound like an XYZ switch problem. XYZ switch is indeed a commonly used term for the neutral safety switch, also called the starter inhibitor switch or the gear position...

If I were you I would next try splicing in the original sensor. My truck had a right rear sensor fault a few years ago. I bought a replacement sensor, and like you, cleared the code but the Boys from South of the Border returned. I removed the new sensor and saw that there was evidence the...

Yeah, ground paths to the ECU for each of the two pairs in the wasted-spark system. Power in through the middle, with the ECU giving a path to ground to complete the circuit.

This thread of mine was for a different purpose, but if you read through it the information is there to enable you to remove the lock cylinder from the two door handles and install the old cylinder into the donor handle, preserving use of the old key. Go to post #13. If I were you going that...

Thank you for the follow-up.