Customer Complaint: ACURA! (Part 1: Turbo P2263, Dome Lights)

[@Charlie1012000]

Use a laser beam to scan for small invisible smog leaks. The beam becomes interrupted and visible when passing through the tiniest smoke stream.

[@braddofner]

I don't work on cars or even want to. Yet I find myself getting excited every time I see a new video from Ivan... keep up the good work!

[@zajac1209]

Same here… :)

[@DarrelllCampbelll]

Its better than anything on TV. He deserves his own car show or I hope he makes millions from KZbin someday.

[@tenmillionvolts]

He does the head scratching so we don't have to, lol

[@volvo09]

Can't wait for part 2! I was expecting an unplugged connector for the dome light, just because of the customer description, but of course the green crustys...

[@Walczyk]

The water intrusion made me think crusties. Ivan got a tip from Keith about this, green crusties behind the driver kick panel

[@jakeandrus690]

If you pop up the secondary lock on that connector where the pins broke you'll find a lot more corrosion to clean off. I used to work at an acura dealer and we delt with this very often

[@omobolajioladeji2118]

Hi friend pls having issue with my rdx turbo

[@hikerJohn]

Cover the intake hose with duck tape and then poke the smoke tube through the tape to have a sealed smoke test(?)

[@allimkhan7540]

Electrical problems are sometimes so difficult to find it takes so much time any kind of water intrusion is the worst thing that can happen in a car. Fantastic Video!!!!!

[@baxrok2.]

Water intrusion is a killer. Thanks Ivan!

[@DaddyBeanDaddyBean]

About 2:20, "where would you start" - I'd start with the scanner, but quickly move on to inspect the area where the water intrusion was and look for corrosion etc.

[@wackey3455]

great work as usual, THANKS IVAN

[@litz13]

Soon as you mentioned the customer complaint about water intrusion on the drivers side, knew immediately you were going to find corrosion. Sooooo many cars have large wire harness connectors and/or fuse blocks on the sidewall of the drivers footwell. Water in that area is baaaaaaaad news.

[@MikeHunt2053]

I have the same exact car and year. Hmmm you try to Disconnect the Bluetooth module under the shifter? It’s a common parasitic draw candidate for these RDXs. I also had intermittent problem with the turbo code. I ended up firing the parts cannon can ended up replacing the worn eye bolt, then the map sensor on the inter cooler and the one next to the boost bypass valve, then bought two new boost solenoids on the driver side behind the valve cover facing the firewall, and that fixed my problems. What I understand is since these are electrical they just wore out overtime and may exhibit erratic readings in random times. Just a thought…

[@htownblue11]

I consistently find myself admiring Ivan’s reliance upon methodical diagnostic methods and not just experience. He knew the Greenie’s struck that connector and it was due to the water intrusion most likely, but still maintained course from start.

[@brianw8963]

Guessing mostly NPR on this one, or close to it. Maybe still something with the boost scenario that might require a part. Great stuff as always. 👍👍🇺🇸

[@windward2818]

With the green crusties pins if you rinse with Deoxit D5 and then blow out excess, it is best to add Deoxit D100L in the little brush bottle and then cycle the connectors 2 or 3 times. This will help clean the wiping surfaces and lubricate the pin contact area fully. You can try this experiment on the bench with a set of oxidized mating pins. Add Deoxit D100L to the pins and then as you cycle the connection you will notice the pin connection become smoother and clean up. This cycling is especially needed with low current circuits using gold plated pins (pressure transducers, knock sensors, etc.), because the pin contacts clean up and mate more easily which will help with low current circuits (which must have a minimum contact wetting current for the pin plating used). For an additional disconnect I keep a stock of Deutsch connectors (DT, and DTM, both have seals so they can be used under the hood or in the passenger compartment). The Deutsch pins come in many different types (crimping tool used) and plating.

[@billziegmond4943]

You do get the good one my friend. I did a NPR on my 08 HHR. The dash storage box wasn't releasing. Took the latch apart and found the button wasn't pushing the latch fully open. Filled the space between the button stem and latch contact with some hot glue then filled down until latch would catch. When press button the lach would fully release. Beats $50 for bone yard part or $150 for oem new one.

[@CROFTY71]

The list you read out Ivan it made me laugh. Then you mention water intrusion. Lol

[@gfbemc0256]

At the 14 minute mark, the intercooler looks like there was some non-factory aluminum welding in the 4 corners, and the black rusted metal brackets do not look original. I am suspecting the intercooler is lifting or splitting under boost pressure. An Evap smoke machine can not create enough pressure to re-create the leak under boost. How about removing the intercooler & inspecting the pipes, hoses, & seals?

[@keltecshooter]

Water leaking is no joke, recently I chased numerous gremlins in a friends 2019 Titan, issues with powertrain and interior from water intrusion that the Nissan dealership insisted they could not find. We got everything fixed and he promptly traded it in , just didn't trust the truck anymore.

[@ua7pyro591]

LMAO new truck too

[@keltecshooter]

@@ua7pyro591 Ha ! He just paid it off too !!!!

[@major__kong]

Instead of bullet connectors, I use something called a handshake or knife connector. Provides a much more secure connection that can be easily disconnected if needed.

[@JoseSilveira-newhandleforYT]

Tough one, Ivan! The dome lights were the "easy" part. Parasitic draw / doors, may also be related to the water intrusion, but in other connector - I saw a network code, and a module may be kept alive through green crusties. But the turbo will be the main course, maybe on Part 2 :-)

[@sabrekat7904]

Ref the 2 broken pins in the block connector - To keep the block connector serviceable, as an alternative to your neat shrink wrap method, could you use an additional length of wire, soldered to each end of the corresponding wires but actually passing through the empty block connector pin / pin socket? If a suitable length of additional wiring is used the block connector could then still be unplugged and the plastic housing slid along the additional wire length to clear the pins and pin sockets for inspection/testing/maintenance.

[@markt5426]

As always Ivan, precise diagnostic and looking forward to Part 2.👍👍

[@2packs4sure]

Ivan next time you do a plug wiring bypass like that instead of doing short wires that are twisted in heat shrink consider a 5 to 10" piece of wire and tywrap the folded up wire on itself,, that way with one clip of your cutter you can easily unplug the connector and have full access... Just a thought...

[@aidanh4550]

Oo this sounds like a fun one

[@scottbbarry1723]

Ivan always uses a full tank of gas and gives the starter a good workout.

[@davidhollfelder9940]

Tip for removable fix for broken/corroded wire/connector bypass: WEGO connector.

[@roxanneabbott8424]

Alright Ivan, what's the dealio?? Can't wait for part 2!

[@TheOnespeedbiker]

Water intrusion and green crusties seems to be causing a disturbance in the force. I suspect this young jeti for days will be chasing the dark force, but capable and strong he is.

[@akaitv6606]

In the Australian ford falcon barra turbo if the reverse lights go out , theres no boost on the turbo , canbus issue when the reverse light blown in a shorted position .

[@Mikeywil0003]

Something I wanted to comment about with the dome light circuit. I noticed that that car has LED replacement bulbs in the dome lights. I have seen those cause some really goofy problems on dome light circuits that are meant to be incandescent. Just something to consider in a diagnosis.

[@JamesAgans]

I owned a 1966 VW bug. It had a 6 Volt battery. In 67, VW went to a 12 volt battery, like the rest of the industry. 12 volts has been fine up until the present day when there are so many modules, motors, lights, cameras, etc etc etc that depend on that single 12v battery. Now, add to that plugs with tiny pins to connect all this stuff, mouse loving protein based wire insulation, and you have a disaster in the making, or as I like to say " A perfect storm of idiocy" It does not take much resistance in these systems to foil that original 12 volts.

[@FixthisCD]

FYI DeOxIT makes an electrical marine grease

[@josephclark7163]

@ 28.06 did you see the sparks? I saw the flash & could hear it as well

[@vg3430]

Turbo engine w/ 180k+ miles and I assume original automatic transmission. My confidence is slowly building on modern turbo reliability.

[@lvsqcsl]

This guy came from 4 hours away? Did he plan a vacation to do this? I hear Pennsylvania Furnace is nice this time of year! You didn't loan him the Toyota to drive the 4 hours home, I hope. Great video!

[@nickchannel5364]

Now I know to watch all Ivan's acura videos be cause I am a 6 month owner of a Honda, thankfully not turbo.

[@evertondawes52]

Waste gate leaking, tightened actuator rod

[@bgpwrddy]

Welcome Back ThinkTool!

[@AP9311]

Weird stuff is going on. But i want to see part 2 to see how it makes sense. But you didn't make any progress on the boost leak, but i understand that with wiring stuff.

[@hughjass1274]

I LOVE your garage decor! :)

[@keltecshooter]

MAGA country!

[@Paramount531]

Me too!

[@jusb1066]

Yeah the twice impeached

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

@@jusb1066 Yeah he did a phenomenal job considering how hard the Swamp rats were trying to bring him down! Imagine how much more good could be accomplished if all govt officials were actually working FOR THE PEOPLE :)

[@jgoncalodm]

​@@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics For the sake of clarity, could you please name a few of those great things he made?

[@6996brandyl]

This Acura sounds like a 2 hour fix, Plus you have a video on an Acura MDX with water intrusion on the driverside , sounds like the same water leak

[@mattbrown5511]

The water infiltration was a dead giveaway. Green Crusty strikes again. I do believe that should be the first question asked by every practicing mechanic/technician.

[@lorrinbarth1969]

If the car is not fresh from the factory it has boost leaks. Smoke testing is not sufficient, you need to pressure test it.

[@NoWr2Run]

COME ON IVAN SAY IT ? WE FIXED 1 THING ON THIS ? SAY IT IVAN, LMAO.

[@petepeabody8905]

This is quite a challenge. The owner, hey can I just hang out while you wave a magic wand. It shows how ignorant people are about these things. Yes ignorant means little knowledge, not stupid for those who question that term. Hey at least they asked. great job so far Ivan........Pete

[@andrewbunker233]

Hey we’re is part 2 😂 it’s been a year

[@petar443]

On freeze frame - app sensor 631%. Could this be the problem with the code p2263. i think.

[@Bok6969]

When somebody comes to you and says to you to wait for the car and then tell you that 1000 different problems on the vehicle you should say no thank you close the door😅

[@justins.2415]

A big problem with the automotive repair industry is good diagnostic is not rewarded. Let’s say a tech spends 20k on the best diag equipment, studies,and trains. Tech “A” without that equipment or knowledge charges hours for diag and thousands on parts. Then tech “B” with the best stuff and procedures finds a bad ground in 45 minutes. There is no reward for the investment. I am a really good diag guy and I left the industry because I had to repair 2 or 3 times as many vehicles as a hack to make the same money. Fixing these problem cars from shops was so easy for me it was funny but after some time I became resentful and couldn’t do it any more.

[@lustfulvengance]

You either got to get in with a shop that pays hourly or move to Marine, heavy truck, or equipment where you get paid hourly. Also aviation is hourly pay but you have to go to school and get your a&p license to do that.

[@justins.2415]

PineHollow you are very good. And the way you go through your process with what information you have at each point in time is great. I watch to see if I could beat you punch on a given car. Occasionally you do smoke me but I smoke you also. Picking the correct direction in the start of a diag when you have limited information is the biggest time savor.

[@brianw8963]

Perhaps You are like Me and did not reward Yourself adequately. I only do it as a hobby and don’t need it for income, but a great mechanic/ tech with a more or less word of mouth reputation can do very well in my area.

[@RobMonte]

I can relate fully

[@scottw1287]

I totally can relate

[@phprofYT]

UART? See. I told my computer architecture class serial ports are still a thing.

[@kevinbarry71]

Where would I start? I would drive it to Pennsylvania.

[@SuperDd40]

If you were in Canada, according to the government this car would qualify for "MAID" Mechanical Aid In Dying. LOL.

[@mikecalvin1402]

Good work Mr.😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅

[@pantherplatform]

Sounds like a dome stick situation...

[@evertondawes52]

Battery drain, cause by hand’s free link module

[@GregoryGlessnerViolin]

Only 1/4 tank of gas. 😩 Why do people bring their cars on empty?

[@GregThompson-u6g]

ivan this where you are at your best a small electrical night mare

[@TH-1207]

Do you have some kind of deal with the police so they leave you alone when ripping down those back country roads?

[@aymenmohamed1134]

👍

[@bobspurloc]

I think u didnt use male/female connectors knowing the water damage frustrations are going to get worse. my Q7 is plagued with water damage from the insanely dumb design of the roof draining onto the down tubes instead of into them. they glue the tubes together after 5+ years glue deteriorates and water starts flowing down the outside of the down tubes onto the bose amp, the nav system, the phone circuit and thats just the rear damage, I cant see what the front ones are doing!

[@onenikkione]

another YT'er recommends getting rid of a Acura after 5 years.

[@kerrylewis2581]

Can this Acura be fixed in two episodes? Stay tuned PHAD fans...

[@volvo09]

I see the paint is peeling off the roof, just like my 09 civic si... there isn't a hint of clearcoat left on my roof. 😂

[@mikefoehr235]

Does waxing regularly prevent clear coat delamination? My theory is wax and wash help keep clear coat more elastic and prevents drying out and then peeling away. I have never seen this on any Toyota I have owned. I wash and wax regularly.

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

@@mikefoehr235 For some reason red-colored Toyotas from the 90s gradually turn to pink haha

[@mikefoehr235]

@@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics Toyota was ahead of its time...their cars were transitioning.

[@neilmurphy845]

That noise sounds like either a plugged cat or maybe a vacuum leak somewhere

[@johnt.848]

Seeing that Acura SUV listed as a Truck made me laugh.

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

hah according to AllData anything that isn't a sedan or a wagon must be a "Truck" xD

[@taylorsvilletony773]

So you do have a Avoca Smoka...🤣

[@anonimity5548]

His might be a Pennsylvania Smoka 😉

[@richardnilsen8950]

🐛🐛🐛🐛🐛🐛🐛 Green crusties wins again Reeking havoc make rubber boots for kick panel Connectors 👍👍

[@jessicav2031]

Wow, the state put a nag symbol on the back of the inspection sticker? Talk about distracting. Someone needs to put some tape over that... 😅

[@johnt.848]

Considering how many idiots still drive with no seatbelt on, it is required.

[@zx8401ztv]

Dam verdigris strikes again!!. I had to smile at the peddle. Push On... Now PUSH OFF!! Ooow touchy :-D Twisting wires together... That's Ma boy :o) . Well the engine has plenty of warp, must be a minor fault.

[@ICantBreve]

*Cringe, a tarbro. NA all the way*

[@SS-cc3km]

1st 😊

[@alanrobison1758]

Love your Trump flag brother!

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