LexBrett

Just got car back from douche mechanic. As expected, he broke several things. I may need my help from everyone:

1. The VSC and VSC OFF lights are illuminate. No CEL or codes otherwise. I'm going to reset the battery and hope that works.

2. The car is smoking. I'm assuming that is because there is oil on the exhaust manifold since I had the engine rebuilt. Hopefully it will go away.

3. The douche broke my air conditioner. I tried to recharge but it wouldn't hold pressure. Could hear an audible hissing sound. Will look at it tomorrow to see if I can find source of leak.

More to come soon. Will need your technical support as well as moral support!! BTW the engine feels incredible!!

FlopTop04

For the VSC error, do the reset with the jumper on the OBD2 port.

There could be left over oil from pulling the valve covers but that indicates sloppy work. If it continues, look for oil leaks at the valve covers.

With an engine swap, they had to separate the A/C lines. Check there for the leak.

Realistically, if this work was done as repairs for the accident, isn't the insurance company paying the bill? Call the adjuster, show him the issues and ask for his recommendation on another shop to finish / correct the repairs.

LexBrett

Unfortunately it's more com

LexBrett

Unfortunately it's more complicated. Criminal mechanic and non responsive adjuster. I've had enough. Will fix the stuff myself. Other legal consequences may be spearheaded on my part as well, but can't discuss.

MrMark

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Damn....that totally blow !!!

The bad thing about accidents is finding a trustworthy and capable repair shop that can take care of all the fixes.

Good luck brother.....

Prasha

If your legal issues are 'spearheaded' use a third party reputable mechanic and services to fix the pending issues on your car.

LexBrett

Yeah there is an audible "hissing" almost positive I can locate the leak

LexBrett

How do I do the VSC reset? I saw the thread sawing to "short" pins number 4 and 14. Does "short" mean stick in a metal pin?? And which ones are 4 and 14? Thanks

FlopTop04

Here is a link to an OBD2 connector pin-out : http://www.obdtester.com/obd2_connector

Yes, just use a thick paper-clip and short the pins together. Here is the procedure :
1. Car off.
2. Insert the paper-clip. ( OBD2 Pin 4 to 14 )
3. Car ignition to ON ( don't start the engine ).
4. Watch the instrument panel and wait for the VSC light to flash rapidly.
5. Ignition to OFF.
6. Remove paper-clip.
7. Turn ignition to ON ( don't start the engine ).
8. Wait 15 seconds.
9. Start the engine.

Some members have purchased an OBD2 male plug and internally jumped pins 4 and 14 together to simplify this common task. Plugs go for under $3. Easier than crawling under the dash with a flashlight and counting the pin holes... I got one because every time I connect the Toyota TIS mini VCI scanner cable it gives me that issue.

LexBrett

You guys are priceless thank you :-))

Mujininzoo

Lex, glad you're back on the road. Good luck with the fixes.

Bgw70

It's to bad your own insurance company will not fix the car they are insuring...next thing you know, they will drop you because the car is messed up because they would not fix it correctly...

Damn, that is a vicious loop!

I am gonna laugh if you tell me you had the good hands people with accident forgiveness!

SlvBullet

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Good luck Brett. I'm sorry you've been having so much trouble.