My CHEAP Bentley Is A NIGHTMARE It's Been On FIRE

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Using AutoAStat I found out my 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has some unbelievable stories. It came out of Florida, it was only $12,000, and all it needed was keys or the immobilizer replaced with one from a Cayenne... it turns out the keys work perfectly but there are so many problems, fire, hacked up wiring harnesses, missing parts, and possibly a broken steering column. If the steering column doesn't work the car can't even begin to start. Working on a Bentley is like staring down a black hole.
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[@Vidsinmotion2]

Why does it have a different interior in the Copart photos?

[@WatchJRGo]

You noticed…. Different wheels too. But it’s is 100% the same car. I found out today Bentley put a mechanics lien on the car after the Copart sale.

[@aarontuchardt7540]

Reach out to Pine Hollow Auto Diagnostics. I’ve worked with him to diagnose some crazy stuff. He might be able to help!

[@edpoints1127]

@@WatchJRGo I thought the same thing about the interior. Why was it changed? On the same type of topic, isn't there 1 place that should have EVERYTHING that happened to a vehicle? I understand you have sponsors. Besides that... Carfax? Etc... Elon needs to get involved and straighten this out too. 😅😅😅 Seriously though - floods, fire, accidents, theft (who knows what has happened until they're recovered). A buyer shouldn't have to use multiple platforms to find such things out. SMH

[@AlfaGiuliaQV]

@@edpoints1127 Nonono for god´s sake, not Elon😂

[@neilmurphy845]

@@aarontuchardt7540 Yes Ivan is just amazing

[@richardbrunner9539]

please don't stop, this is a great series. love it!!

[@anthonyblacker8471]

It's definitely a heck of a challenge, but this is probably one of my favorite cars you've bought. I LOVE working through issues like this. It totally sucks all that wiring is totally butchered like that, I am not a professional mechanic by any means, but man I stand behind whatever work I do. It seriously makes me nauseous looking at that hack wiring they did. You'll get it JR, I know you will, and it'll be the nicest damn car you've ever owned.

[@ImGdiddy]

There is little wonder that this car got salvaged. There are few if any “expert” technicians that would have any desire to sort this mess out. Too many chefs have spoiled the soup on this one. As sharp and tenacious as JR is, I would bet that he will solve this mystery. Looking forward to the next episode.

[@actschp1]

I'd like to see what an electronics tech thought of it. I'd bet they would pull their hair out trying to trace down every single fault.

[@andrewnorris5415]

It is interesting that the proper Bentley computers can guide you thorough a trouble shooting session. But they would charge a fortune per hour for the labour.

[@philipparana9225]

@@actschp1 I build harnesses, I would prob just put a new harness in it. For a professional to build one would be more than the car

[@dekkerlundquist5938]

This car is an epic challenge. Really looking forward to seeing more of you working through this car's issues.

[@andrewhillman9632]

Now this is interesting, love watching this saga unfold!

[@ToasterCoasterAdventures]

you mean dumpster fire, yeah I love it too, soo much better than hoovie as JR does the work himself

[@scotttennessen9514]

Impressive video content, obviously Jons ability to learn on the fly is a strength. Your Two wire connector could be a spare for other options. The BMW 7 series uses a similar harness with extra connectors for same body series that require more options. looking forward to seeing you solve this puzzle and educating your audience.

[@BrassMtn]

Amazing man. That is so much dang work!! Good luck with this crazy car! I really hope to see you sort it out!

[@coaty79]

After seeing cleetus video about the Porsche he just bought a listing saying "running and driving" should be taken with a pinch of salt

[@glennthomas7435]

Or a five ton Army truck full!

[@rexpontiusful]

Great work! Could it be that the steering column lock is prevented by the gear selector that thinks it is in Drive/Sport? Like a safety mechanism they prevents the steering lock whenever the car is in drive??

[@1960Murf]

Really enjoying this series. I was wondering what was going on with it, not having seen anything for a while. Keep them coming.

[@dhalvorson8622]

Love this car. Really hope you can get it sorted out!

[@kevinberry5793]

I am loving the step by step diagnoses…..much to my surprise. Keep up the good work. You will get it!

[@joecrancher2008]

I love the way this channel GETS STUFF DONE!

[@ahmedlaymoun9407]

i hate that the car is so messed up, but I am also wildly entertained.

[@Norway00]

Really cool serie! Looking forward to the next episode on this beauty!

[@marcpearson3955]

This one is so interesting, please keep on pushing with it!

[@michaeljewett875]

I have a feeling it’s not the steering column lock module, but all stemming back to the fact that the car is “stuck” in drive. The steering column lock actually has a lockout, just like on all cars, which is enabled when the vehicle is in a in-motion gear. Think about it… if the car died on the highway or had some type of catastrophic failure while moving or at speed, the steering column needs to remain unlocked so the direction can still be controlled while attempting to come to a safe stop. If it locked, you’d have zero steering control, as dangerous as losing brakes, probably worse. I say start there and NOT at the column. Get the car to read as in park and who knows, then you can trace down the next issue or it might then even start.

[@dmbassett]

geez somebody really messed up that Bentley. chopped wires etc.

[@cjeffcoat2]

Hey man, keep it up. I can’t wait to see this thing run.

[@michelswerissen6544]

Loving the content,keep going.

[@MrMeanrick69]

Why he doesn’t have a Million Subs yet is beyond me for real??? Come on Guys

[@ToasterCoasterAdventures]

100%

[@jamil_cars]

He should have at least 3 mill by now

[@paulsinnett85]

Him and Alex from legit street cars both i dont get why either of them are not atleast triple the subs they are at

[@MrMeanrick69]

@@paulsinnett85 I agree 100%

[@seanwieland9763]

John Ross puts out content daily and I watch it daily. I’m doing my part.

[@MikeG_9]

Yo JR‼️ 🍻 Thanks for the update. 👍

[@transtubular]

I'm betting that someone disabled the steering lock because they couldn't get it to work properly because of either the fire melting a wire, or because someone else cutting too many wires.

[@WatchJRGo]

It can’t start without it, such a crazy system 😬

[@froggymicb]

@@WatchJRGo trick the system into thinking it's working. Surely it's just a few limit switches to fool?

[@TheMadmaxx1970]

I'd take a guess that some wiring that relates to the steering column got crispy and was replaced with part of that hack wiring job and is shorting causing the steering column to not allow the start?

[@ajw828]

Looking forward to how this one turns out! Keep it up!

[@doingyamom]

I haven’t seen the entire video but I hope you don’t give up on this car! Imo this is one of my favorite series I’ve seen you work on. I hope it gets fixed

[@johnsonrepp]

Exact same thing happened to my bentley. Water gets behind the firewall because of the rain water build up in the cowl. Water gets to the kessy module and under the passenger seat. The steering wheel won’t lock, the gears shift and the car can roll, all while not starting at all. Took the Bentley dealer 4 months and $8,000 to fix it.

[@dmann1209]

Good deal, now I am hooked on what is the problem. Excellent troubleshooting techniques.

[@adasterdezaster2865]

Take it to the finish JR. Love this kind of content. The interior looked different on the Copart pics.

[@died4us590]

That 12,000 was a bit much for all the gremlins running around that rig. Hopefully you can sort it, flip it, and make a profit. You don't usually give up, so i think with enough digging, you will get it figured out. Good luck, and G-d bless.

[@Timoastra]

Worst case he could part it out. Engine/transmission alone should be worth at least 6k. Interior a few thousand, and wheels a few thousand.

[@ShadsGarage]

I'm enjoying this car. I have no desire to own one but I like the fact that you're in there winging it and learning as you go. That's how I roll.

[@ben6119]

I would check why it isn't recording the shifter position first. It may not allow the column to lock unless it thinks it is in park.

[@michaeldecker2725]

I am speechless and in awe. Rooting for a victory on this project. Thanks for taking us along.

[@Vacationtime247]

Finding and fixing electrical car problems is one of the most difficult and time consuming issues for most mechanics. For guys working out of their garage, they can be a nightmare. VT247

[@WatchJRGo]

I really need to get the interior out of the car 😳

[@brandonbeneficial6160]

After reconnect the broken wires I would troubleshoot the PRNDL before the column because I would assume if in will not register that it’s in “park” the column would not lock

[@andrewharrison7027]

Good video, very interesting Looking forward to finding the problem.

[@RealRickCox]

I've been waiting for this! Good gried - wouldn't have guessed it had been on fire. That makes troubleshooting this a MAJOR headache. I'm glad this is something YOU'RE doing and not me. :)

[@aceadman]

Holy moly. This should be a very interesting series. You are a truly brave man. Mercifully, I think this will be a lot more fun to watch than to do. 😊👍👍

[@htownblue11]

Listen JR, if this project isn’t a good excuse for the most epic KZbin Auto collab between you and Pine Hollow Diagnostics (Ivan), I do not know what does. That could be the most viewed video you ever had. It’s the partnership no one knew that they absolutely needed.

[@BradColemanisHere]

I love to hate this thing. I'm completely unimpressed by the car, and completely impressed with your diagnostics.

[@31dknight]

another great video from JR. time to get the Bently running

[@WatchJRGo]

Getting closer I hope! 💯

[@tfrogginhfroggin]

Can't wait to hear what you find. That column shifter seems like a big deal in order to start.

[@capetownguy7438]

love it cant wait for the next vid on this car.

[@unstablebobgable]

Whenever Watch JR Goes drops the new videos I drink the shot of whiskey and cold Bartle Skeets and pack up the Hash Pipe with Rocky and get all schmoked up.

[@aaronjoshua198]

There's 2 points on that shifter where the ecu knows what gear it's in One is the neutral safety switch itself And the second is actually attached to that sliding shutter mechanism on the shifter There's a small piece of metal attached to the underside of it that corresponds to little Hall effect sensors under the aluminum PRNDLS trim piece You should inspect the whole mechanism and make sure everything in there is ok

[@rhodesm6683]

Of all the car channels I subscribe to, this Bentley has got me most intrigued. I hope you continue working on all of the gremlins. I think with your skillset, you can troubleshoot all of the defects. Good luck and cheers from Guam USA👍

[@balesjo]

What seriously intrigues me is WHO was responsible for butchering all of these wiring harnesses! Did they take it to a teenage shade tree mechanic to work on it? Seems impossible to think someone trained on the Bentleys would screw things up this badly. Keep at it, we're rooting for you!

[@Hard_Right]

@@balesjo florida is FULL of shade tree mechanics, and they all speak perfect english 🙄

[@rhodesm6683]

@John Bales: My thought is that someone got this before John Ross and most reputable shops will not work on these types of cars, because they don't have the special tools, diagnostic equipment required. The next best alternative is to do it yourself. You see the results over and over. KZbin car channels exist IMHO because people generaly get in over their heads. John Ross knows his limitations. Thats why I enjoy his channel so much👍

[@JonBlondell]

Pretty daunting task! But your knowledge is growing exponentially!!

[@rubbishcar]

Yes, new episode!

[@dc-gm9tm]

It's always fun seeing the damage people do before you owned a car.

[@stettsfamily8097]

Finally some good content!

[@GrotrianSeiler]

Very interesting video. Very interesting project. The history behind this car and what was done to it is pretty major. Too many cooks in the soup is what happened.

[@WhatDoify]

Second school of thought: Typically a stirring wheel will not lock if the vehicle is in gear. If the computer thinks the car is in gear, it more than likely won't actuate the motor to lock the steering wheel (safety mechanism). I would lean more towards the gear shift/position sensing mechanism before ripping the steering column out.

[@pops55650]

I would give up, but you are good with wiring so keep at it. It’s sad how people just hack away at wiring, putting in audio or car alarms etc.

[@twatchko01]

Please don’t give up on this car. Keep going and get this thing back to perfection.

[@gregwhitaker438]

This must be a frustrating project for you, but I’ve really enjoyed watching you work though a diagnostic process on this one. Good luck!

[@supericeman1]

This Bentley series is really good, it's such a great suspenseful series!

[@jonathanj.4800]

Yeah I wonder if it's dead.

[@collinreesejones5525]

John Ross, you have a set on you, you have more tenacity than anyone I know, likely why I LOVE your videos and always will! Bless ya for keeping me fascinated always! 😎 I really pray you get this Bentley back to normal... 🤗 Take it to the Wizard to use his Bentley computer 😀

[@shonasophia]

Epic tenacity, anyone else would have set fire to that thing. Watching with interest to see if you figure it out.

[@johnamckinley]

I would part this car out. Wire by wire detective work sounds incredibly painful and still fraught with risk that the car will never get to a place you want, drivability-wise.

[@duanebuck193]

Years ago my FIL picked up a Mercedes that had a dash fire and melted almost all the wires in the dash area. I spent weeks replacing wire by wire and got it to start, but it wouldn't stay running. He got disgusted and sold it to a friend that discovered that I missed one wire in the harness - once it was replaced the car started and ran like a champ. He ran the car for years and always felt guilty that he bought it (I didn't - I was tired of chasing wires!). That said, it's kind of fun watching you go through almost the same process in trying to get this up and running again.

[@GenMaster124]

Well you’ve started this project JR…so need to see it through to the end 👍🏻👍🏻

[@2wheelz420]

Dude your troubleshooting skills are out of this world

[@indecentvideos3762]

I am glad you are having issues...it means more videos. And more videos means more $$$$$.

[@nigelkemp9492]

Hi JR. I recently had a similar steering lock issue on my Range Rover L322 (BMW parts). A small hole drilled near the actuator and a squirt of CRC fixed the prob. I wonder, however, if the issue is that the ecu thinks the transmission is in drive. Don’t autos refuse to start unless in park or neutral? Just a thought. Best wishes and thanks for the interesting vids!

[@AncientAudiophile]

How about the whole wire harness swap? Huge job, but could still be faster and more reliable solution. Given that there are used wire harnesses available.

[@michaelgrow8630]

Thanks Gabe.

[@judgementalTX]

My guess is steering defective puts it into a safety mode where it prohibits driving. Just in case the column is insecure or likely to start going crazy moving in and out. That would be my first port of call.

[@SpaceTech54]

Bentley!!!! Love The Content.

[@thenintari]

What a nightmare, excited to see if you can fix it

[@paulmancinelli5911]

If you can rebuild an R8 in your garage, this should be a walk in the park. Unfortunately, it may be a uphill walk, in the dark, during a snow storm. Good luck.

[@kat4g64]

@watchjrgo: Before you do anything else, make sure the transaction plug wire harness is in properly. I had a 7 series BMW with the same problem after I did some transmission work on it and didn’t turn the lock on the transmission plug harness all the way.

[@RobJaskula]

Oof, how tough is the interior to get out? That might be the next move? This is a cool car! Haven't been this into one of yours since the Rampage or the EXP! Good luck 🤞

[@ronseasyfixjustdoit5098]

Great video

[@dontuno]

Good luck JR, this is one hell of a task! I sincerely hope lady luck makes an appearance sometime soon.

[@starkyslp16]

This one is a fun puzzle! Glad it's not up to me to solve, but interesting to watch how you attack it

[@williamwales6619]

Only time i have ever seen anything like that was in a scrappie. Hats off to you for trying to trouble shoot this. Good luck with it.

[@yodasbff3395]

That car is a nightmare, you have to have the patience of job to work on it.

[@gobr4380]

Thanks!

[@robertcarly4186]

I'm sure that you will get it sorted out and I hope it's sooner than later.

[@bradleykurtz5536]

You got me with the PRNDL!!

[@sirroundsound9104]

Love the T-shirt!

[@davidascher1801]

The suspense!

[@brianaugust1594]

Any Updates?? This is my Favorite Car so Far‼️ Thanks...

[@1968roadrunnerred]

You are my car hero.

[@craiggotgame]

I’m more inclined to think the shifter and all the hacked up wiring may be the issue. If the car thinks it’s in drive, there may be a feature to keep the steering from locking. I wonder why it’s not recognizing that it is in the various gears?

[@sliverhi]

You gotta get this one running. Don’t give up and make more vids on it.

[@mph5896]

I personally like a good wiring puzzle "if" you have the right tech diagrams available. Diagrams showing connector location, connector pinout, system diagrams are a must to even have a chance to diag a system that is that bad. I would guess the car was "altered" in multiple places in order to be able to get it out of gear and steer. Just need to find out where the alteration was done and return those places back to stock.

[@jamesr5741]

I would probably make sure the wiring harness has been visually inspected and fixed before diving into other issues. Even if it is pulling 12v, the wires could move around and cause shorts. Whatever was spliced in probably wasn't fused properly, the wires heated up and caused a minor fire.

[@GeorgeKistler]

Looks like time to go acquire some A8 column parts and the prndl from LKQ! Go JR! I would start with the prndl - logically the computer should not allow the wheel to lock if the car is in gear - driving safety and what not. I think the 2 wire is a red herring, lighting of some kind would be my guess.

[@jimschafer9196]

Great progress looks like two P words patents and persistence or maybe tenacity too, great content looking forward to the next phase of trouble shooting this bad boy. Bummer no having the Bentley tool to "STARTHERE" guide.

[@frankkelly2245]

Patience of a saint JR.

[@lutha1720]

You might consider stripping some of the interior to check thr rest of the harness and repair, or get a used harness if possible. I'm a lazy guy and last bmw I came across with a botched harness I just sought a used one much easier than rebuilding and testing a harness,

[@WatchJRGo]

Yup, I’d love to get the whole interior out it would really help 🍻

[@tehfalcon]

@WatchJRGo I HIGHLY suggest getting ahold of ODIS with a VAS5054a, will help you troubleshoot and fix, the autel isn't up to the task on VAG cars.

[@glennthomas7435]

JR, You could be the only person on the planet to have the background to trouble shoot this halloween nightmare outside of a Bentley Instructor tech. I hope you keep it in the site and continue to tear it apart and fix all the wiring if you have the stamina to stay with it. GOOD LUCK!!

[@isaacfalvey]

Your description is very accurate. This is a nightmare.

[@PhaedruS007]

Man, you are IN IT right now! Previous Owner electrical hell is real.

[@JackBWatkins]

If anyone can fix it, JR can. If anyone is going to punt it down the road to someone else, JR will. Will it stay or will it go!!!

[@lucaswl5692]

this thing is so dope!

[@WatchJRGo]

It sure is pretty 💯

[@eddybulich3309]

Enjoying the Bentley series a great deal. My wife likes to watch murder mysteries. I like to watch JR and his automotive CSI. WHO KILLED THE BENTLEY :)

[@gregoryday7643]

You can do it. GO JR.