how to clear permanent codes. what is stored codes pending codes and permanent codes explanation 

Thanks for info. Awesome video and explanation. Drive cycles.. lol who knew.. I wish the launch scan tool had an explanation about that, but, who needs them when I found your video.. I have a permanent code for my DPF. I got a replacement one cleaned and tested but still have the permanent code.. I had 3 litres of engine go through it after the exhaust side of my turbo collapsed in on itself so cleaning wasn't an option. I look forward to doing some drive cycles to get my 4wd out of limp mode

Excellent explanation! Great job seriously !

Awesome tutorial , very detailed instructions

THANK YOU! I didn't know what INC meant on my scan tool. Now I know. I'm hoping mine will clear after a long trip. (O2 sensor bank 1 sensor 2 voltage high appeared after running through car wash with underbody blast. Hoping it was just moisture in the connector.)

I had a permanent code for 02 season after I replaced it i did exactly what you showed in this video and it disappeared so thank you and yes driver it ,stop it, open the door for 50 seconds and drive it again do that for a couple time and will solve the problem thank you again i had my my emotions test passed already

Thanks man you a big help ty..

Thanks for your video I did subscribe

As what @JaboTheMechanic have said in the video. Sometime even if you have fixed everything. You gitta have the computer RE-programmed because the permanent code woudn’t erase. He said that maybe you need to update the TSB (technical service bulletin) for a program update.

I kept waiting for you to explain what a drive cycle is.

Thanks so much big dog

Video starts at 4:10 youre welcome

Be sure to look up the prescribed drive cycle for your car. They’re usually very specific but the benefit is you aren’t randomly driving and guessing if you’ve done / driven enough. This is the fastest route to clearing the permanent codes after your repair.

A Note for CA owners who may come across your video when they are trying to pass a SMOG check. You do not have to clear a Permanent code in order to pass a smog check. All you have to do is drive at least 200 miles and do at least 15 warm up cycles (Different from drive cycles) Then the SMOG machine will ignore any permanent codes you have in there. Other than getting a smog check there is no need to worry about a Permanent Code in your car. Nothing is broke and there is nothing more to fix. Don't throw any more parts at it!.

I’m months away from being exempt but have to get emissions one last time for renewal. Small evap leak not fuel cap not purge valve… it seems like it was only when you fill the tank completely, but now it’s showing check gas cap off and on and eventually check engine light. I really would like to fix it but if it’s prohibitively expensive…

You didnt show how to clear a permanent code. You just explained what needs to be done before the PCM itself erases the code, not you. No help.

I got a foxwell elite with bmw software for a 2003, but it is still the same basic stuff. There really aren’t many other options than any other five dollar ELM OBD…. Now I regret spending over $100 on it, six months after purchasing, they will not even support or update, maybe it’s just me but that won’t cut it

The only way to clear permanent coach is disconnect the battery for 20 minutes. Or do enough drive cycles either way you got to do the drive cycles to pass emissions

What do you do when the car doesn't start to do drive cycles

Please help my codes on bimmer link error no present but stored and I have a check engine light on . Before a mi have a vacuum leak and error was present . Please need help I have bimmer link to reading codes . Thanks

2016 mustang GT......40 drive cycles after fixing random misfires caused by IMRC.....This is a major headache for people who don't understand how ECU and PCM work......The quickest way other then drive cycles is to flash the computer and load new program.....

Hello there i have a question So i have sonata hybrid 2016 limited and there were a permanent code for p1235 obd 2 and i few drive cycles and now the code is pending ... What should i do to clear it so i can pass smog in California?

I have a cylinder 2 misfire which is a pending code and not a stored code, Or permanent code. Replaced spark plugs which have been installed for about 24hrs now from my comment and pending code is still there. Is there a way to clear pending codes on the foxwell nt301 or does it clear after a certain amount of drive cycle?

I got a 2013 camry p0302 misfire changed spark nd coil nd injector the chek engine pnly turns on at high way speeds sometimes with the traction controls car symbol but it only says misfire and spark plugs not oily wet what can it be

I have mass air flow sensor code. Do i delete the code then switch to new sensor or do i switch to new sensor then delete code?

Interesting what you said about the permanent codes on the newer years. I just ran into this yesterday and i have an innova computer that couldn't erase it. This is the first time I've ever had that problem as it's always deleted bad codes till now. So i think I've cured the problem and i take it i need to drive it to erase it.... My issue appears for now to be generated from a dead battery i was unaware of after attempting a remote start from inside the house 3 times not knowing the battery had died. This dropped it to 8 volts and i believe this caused a TCM code to pop up. At least i pray that's all that happened. 2019 Chrysler 300. I haven't driven it yet, i hope this is correct as I'm worried how it's going to handle shift points when i get on the road with another battery. But hey, others say you can short the battery cables for several hours and remove these type codes any thoughts on that? Thanks for your insight!

So, turn on keys, open door, take keys out, close door and turn keys on again will clear permanent codes?

Will disconnecting the battery for overnight erase a permanent code?

I got stored code P0171 on 2006 Honda Civic si 2.0 coupe everything is fixed what can I do to fixed this issue I have no vacuum leak,thank you ahead keep on your helpful videos🙏

Do you know if VW trouble codes are recorded by the vehicle ?

I have a pending code. I fix tge issue and im readiness is all good. Pass smog but still have that pending

You could earn 100000 subscribers if you could figure out how to reset the service. Light for service oil. That's days on permanently after your car approaches 200000 miles. BMW with an N52 motor.

what about anti lock sensors and brake codes?

Can the dealer clear a permanent code w/o completing the necessary drive cycles?

My 13 Infiniti g37 was over heating caused a the fan fuse was blown I change sb it it’s not over heating no nomore , the code p01217 says it’s over heating is a permanent code that pops up can’t pass smog , so I drive 15 cycles and still there can’t seem to get rid of the code pls help ??

How can i clear a pending P26c8 code on my 2018 buick lacrosse?

So I have a permanent code p0087 “ Car runs fine can u guide me what is the issue

I have permanent TCM code P0882 and my scanner will not erase it. What scanner can u use to clear it?

This is a really bad system the companies brought on this vehicle. They gonna expose ppl to go back and forth to a mechanic that they didn't even know he fixed the problem or not, until they found out after those cycles. Which is terrible!!

Got a permanent codes for P0420, P0455 & P0441. Fixed everything from sensor, gas cap, pcv valve, purge valve & canister. Mine goes from STORED, PENDING to now its PERMANENT. Drove it around for cleared the codes and drove it around for 20-50 miles then the codes would re-appear back again. So i cleared it again then same issue. After 20-50 miles. All 3 codes would pop up again. So how can i fix this? As soon as it would pop up just continue driving it for 200 miles and see how it goes? NOTE: as soon as i replaced the parts mentioned above. The car is smoothe to drive already. Got no issue except for the codes. Any help @Jabo the mechanic

If you tune a code out with hp tuner will the perm code eventually go away? p0449

2017 gmc sierra permanent p0420 cat code.

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To much jabber confusion. Get to it or stop.

You don't seem to have a whole lot of knowledge about what you're talking

This is how to scam the buyers.

Dude you went thru that in seconds…. Clicking and scrolling? Slow down a few seconds and stop talking 100 miles an hour….. I had to get a notepad and rewind every 2 seconds….

That information is wrong. A driving cycle means that the car cooled down to at least 120f and warmed up to at least 170f. Other than that it won't count as a driving cycle, at least on Toyotas 2010+. You could manage to have a water hose blasting cool water on your plugged temperature sensor(no need to remove from the car) to trick the computer that driving cycle happened 😊

My car has a permanent code but it won't start so now what do I do I fixed the part but still won't start

This dude talks alot

CONFUSING AS HELL....YOU DIDN'T EXPLAIN DRIVE CYCLE..as though everyone knows

@JaboTheMechanic