Experiencing car trouble is frustrating, especially when it leads to unexpected breakdowns. Imagine being stranded twice in a week due to a non-starting car. This was the reality for one car owner who sought professional help, only to encounter misdiagnosis and further complications. The initial issue pointed towards a fuel pressure solenoid problem, indicated by an OBD2 reading, potentially related to the Obd2 P0002 code. Let’s delve into this scenario and understand the complexities of diagnosing and resolving such automotive issues.
The car owner initially took their vehicle to a local garage after experiencing repeated non-starting incidents. An obd2 scanner had previously flagged an error associated with the fuel pressure solenoid. During the first garage visit, the mechanic reportedly started the car and found no immediate fault, except for some wires rubbing against a pipe near the fuel pressure solenoid. The mechanic reattached a connector, attributing the problem to loose wiring, and charged £150. The garage’s receipt detailed the work as:
carry out diagnostic Diagnose and rectify intermittent non start carried out diagnostic for expected fuel pressure related faults, no faults found suspect cleared. carry out extended road test no fault found. Investigated potential low pressure fuel pump fault, no low pressure fuel pump fitted to this model. Investigate under bonnet found wiring error to fuel pressure control solenoid carry out repair with new connectors.
Diagnostic 40 Investigate and rectify 1.5@55 = 82.50
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Despite the repair, the car broke down again shortly after, exhibiting the same non-starting issue. This time, a recovery truck mechanic was called. Using a jump starter, the recovery mechanic got the car running and conducted a battery test, which came back as satisfactory. However, the diagnosis shifted to an alternator fault. This new assessment suggested that the battery was draining while driving due to insufficient charging from a failing alternator, ultimately leading to the car not starting after being turned off. This was a stark contrast to the initial diagnosis focusing on the fuel pressure solenoid and potentially related to the obd2 p0002 code which often indicates issues within the fuel pressure regulator control circuit range/performance.
The frustrating experience highlights the challenges of intermittent faults and the importance of accurate diagnosis. While the initial obd2 reading might have hinted at a fuel pressure solenoid concern, perhaps related to a P0002 code, the root cause turned out to be an entirely different issue – the alternator. This case underscores that while obd2 codes provide valuable starting points for diagnosis, a comprehensive and experienced approach is crucial to avoid misdiagnosis and ineffective repairs. For car owners, this situation serves as a reminder to seek reputable garages and potentially obtain a second opinion when facing persistent car problems, especially after an initial repair fails to resolve the issue.
