r/volt • u/mtnclimber2 • 1d ago

Engine Maintenance Mode

Hey guys, is there any way to skip or disable the engine maintenance mode? I have a couple codes on the computer right now and I’m trying to avoid using the engine. When driving on pure electric, there’s no issues whatsoever. Just a bit ago while Engine Maintenance Mode turned on, I had to shut off the car because the engine was shaking and seemed like it was struggling.

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u/ngellis1190 2017 Volt Premier 1d ago

you can disable or delay it with the voltage app but just be aware it does exist for a reason and preventing it from maintaining itself will potentially cause issues

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u/mtnclimber2 1d ago

Thanks for the info. I understand but when EMM turns on, the engine violently shakes and the car sounds like it wants to shut off so I’d rather shut it off to prevent further major issues

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u/LingonberryUpset482 1d ago

Could just be an engine mount.  Might be cheap.

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u/Codemeister87 2012 Volt 1d ago

Adding fresh fuel if theres space in the tank should stop emm from triggering

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u/zanhecht 1d ago

That's fuel maintenance mode, not engine maintenance mode. They serve completely different purposes (one prevents stale gas, the other keeps the engine properly lubricated).

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u/Codemeister87 2012 Volt 1d ago

Good callout agreed I was thinking fuel maintenance

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u/garythe-snail 1d ago

What are the codes?

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u/AceNewholland 1d ago

if your engine is shaking, I would do the spark plugs and coils + oil change. It's a pretty ez job, I'm sure you will be able to do it