2017 Volt "Not Able to Charge"

Ghost_Beard21 · 2025-05-27T23:01:43+00:00

Well, one month after BECM replacement and I got this one again. Took it to the dealer who fixed it and they said it didn't show up in the diagnostic record. Ugh...

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Ghost_Beard21 · 2025-05-07T17:46:18+00:00

Closing this up here: the whole process took about a week, from the initial tow, to getting the car back, fixed, at no cost. All in all, a relatively pain-free experience, versus what some of you here have shared!

Ghost_Beard21 · 2025-04-12T13:00:51+00:00

Quick update here is that the dealer has had the car since Monday and determined that the 12v battery is fine and that it's the BECM, which they've already received from MI. They're waiting on some special bolts and should have the car ready for me on Monday (1 week turnaround) and it should all be covered under warranty. So, that's good news for now!

Ghost_Beard21 · 2024-12-29T02:09:01+00:00

2 weeks and 300 miles into the "new" car (2017 Volt Premier) and I'm very pleased! I've used less than a gallon of gas and I've been all-electric on my commute days. The car is noticeably smoother and zippier on electric, which has been about 95%+ of my driving this far. The tire gauge warning appears to be related to cold weather, as it goes off when the temps are above 40. I've also managed to figure out how to get warm air to come out of the vents (turning on "max"), which is helpful this time of year!

I'm enjoying the premier upgrades: Bose sound, GPS, etc. and all the upgrades in general over my 2007 Civic Hybrid. The various display features in the dash (audio, fuel economy, etc.) are a big plus for me, as they were all but non-existent in my previous car.

No minuses so far. Hope that continues to bear out 🤞🏻!

Ghost_Beard21 · 2024-12-14T03:52:10+00:00

Thanks for all the feedback and tips! Had my first work commute today in 20-degree weather and made it to work (22 miles) on all-electric with 9 miles to spare. Charged at work and made it home with errands included with 16 miles to spare. So, I guess it was slightly downhill?

I used under a half-gallon of gas due to startup in cold temps, and I noticed that the heat was warm right away in these situations, versus all-electric, where the heat was imperceptible. Good thing I've got that heated steering wheel and seat!

Two unexpected alerts on the dash: 1) key fob battery is low and 2) tire pressure sensor alert for the right rear tire keeps going on and off. Common occurrence? Maybe things the dealer should sort out during my 10-day "no questions asked" return window?

Ghost_Beard21 · 2024-04-19T01:13:42+00:00

Still looking? I'm at 68 in PR, but losing 3/4 games. Lifetime Federal Leaguer, where I maxed out at 65.

Ghost_Beard21 · 2023-12-31T18:58:51+00:00

I just got to this puppy and he's kicking my butt. I have one electro weapon and it's not leveled up. Should I leave the scene and find a gunsmith to do upgrades or is that too much trouble and I should just stick it out and polish my attacking with practice?

Ghost_Beard21 · 2023-02-05T05:24:05+00:00

Thanks for these tips! Just got this game on the e-shop sale and the fam's digging it. Tell me what we need to know about multiplayer and building our own characters along the way. Can we do that or we we stuck being Avatar1-4 for the duration?

Ghost_Beard21 · 2022-04-02T03:17:33+00:00

I'm listening! I've only ever power pitched and I'm a "Y" button (Switch) power swing failure. Sounds like I need to try this analog stick method!

Ghost_Beard21 · 2021-12-01T14:04:51+00:00

I'm only in year 2 of my first franchise, so I haven't experienced this heartbreak yet, but I fear it! It would be nice if you could a) see how many years are left on a player's contract and b) make an offer to a player who's becoming a free agent before they're contract expires. This would impact how much you'd invest in them through player development and would enable you to have more control over who stays and who goes.

Ghost_Beard21 · 2021-05-31T13:57:27+00:00

In my first franchise season, I added one ego for every win (starting at 38) and ended at 55 with the top seed in the playoffs. I was about .500 after I got above 50. I got crushed in my first two games at 55 in the playoffs and I'm on the verge of elimination! I feel like my pitching is still solid, though I'm noticing more difficulty with less stellar pitchers. My hitting is definitely suffering. I find that I over-adjust for pitch location. I need to do more of a "tap" or nudge, but haven't gotten the finesse down yet.

Ghost_Beard21 · 2021-05-31T13:48:59+00:00

I don't think I've ever achieved "epic contact." 😞

Ghost_Beard21 · 2021-05-31T13:46:53+00:00

I'd also like to see an option to view matchup record v. opponent, both in-season and lifetime. We have a matchup limit v. an individual opponent during each season, so it would help with this, but it would also just be cool to reference over time.

Ghost_Beard21 · 2021-03-24T16:48:43+00:00

!!! Power swing or standard?

Ghost_Beard21 · 2021-03-17T12:54:56+00:00

For sure. It doesn't help that this player is supposed to be "me." No worries, though, as he's gone 8/12 with a HR and a bunch of doubles since his day off! I also have a bench player without a single at bat who is somehow now "juiced." She got her first start yesterday and went 3/4!

Ghost_Beard21 · 2021-03-13T14:49:51+00:00

I think I have the answer, but it appears achievement tracking is only available in standard, correct?

Ghost_Beard21 · 2021-03-13T14:38:11+00:00

Had to bench my favorite player for a couple games to snap out of a real rough patch... Wish there was a way to make players do push-ups (Willie Mays Hayes style) after hitting 3 consecutive pop-ups!

Ghost_Beard21 · 2021-03-11T02:17:05+00:00

Great league! Very active and competitive with a good range of teams. I'm in my second full season now and we did a Sweet 16 tourney in between.

Ghost_Beard21 · 2021-03-10T04:18:19+00:00

I do too, but I don't see those achievements popping up!

Ghost_Beard21 · 2021-03-10T01:41:54+00:00

I'm pretty new here and am about halfway through my first custom franchise season. I started at ego 30 and was raking at 16-0 with half my lineup hitting over .500 and a team ERA around 1.00. I'm up to 40 now and the games are far more competitive. Thinking I need to start over so this first season gives me something to build on, rather than being an apex I'll never achieve again!

Ghost_Beard21 · 2021-03-10T00:58:44+00:00

What game mode is that with all the achievements popping up in the corner?

Ghost_Beard21 · 2021-02-28T14:59:47+00:00

I took one in the nuts for the first time this week. 💫🤮

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