| Subject | Date Asked |
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| Noise from driver side tire | 10/27/2009 |
Q: once I hit 15 MPH in my 04 Chevy Blazer I get a whirring And here recently a grinding noise from the ...
A: Chris, First of all, there is no way that you should be driving on a tire that is bad let alone one ...
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| GMC Truck | 10/23/2009 |
Q: I have a 2004 GMC 2500 HD 4x4 and when I am driveing dowm the road the truck drifts from side to ...
A: Chance, If you are somewhat mechanically inclined, I would suggest that you purchase a repair ...
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| GMC Truck | 10/22/2009 |
Q: I have a 2004 GMC 2500 HD 4x4 and when I am driveing dowm the road the truck drifts from side to ...
A: Chance, Wow, it's time to check all steering bushings, tie rod ends, ball joints, wheel bearings ...
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| Ranger 4WD Rear Drive Shaft | 10/21/2009 |
Q: I have a vibration in my rear drive shaft of my 2004 Ranger. I removed the shaft and drove it in 4 ...
A: Rich, Normally the u-joint should take care of the vibration problem. Make sure that you replace ...
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| 2002 Chevy Suburban 4wd | 10/21/2009 |
Q: The transfer case engages from 2HI to 4HI to 4LO and the front differential actuator is working. Why ...
A: Rick, Some of the Chevy transfer cases used a clutch assembly to drive the front differential. If ...
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| Ranger 4WD Rear Drive Shaft | 10/20/2009 |
Q: I have a vibration in my rear drive shaft of my 2004 Ranger. I removed the shaft and drove it in 4 ...
A: Rich, This does place some stress on the front end, as the front end of a 4-wheel drive vehicle is ...
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| service 4 wd light | 10/18/2009 |
Q: the 4wd does not work in my 2000 chevy blazer. the service 4wd light was not coming on when i ...
A: Matthew, Many times, this is caused by a bad ground, or broken wire. Since the 20 amp fuse was ...
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| mazda frnot wheel bearing 4wheel | 10/17/2009 |
Q: How to replace front wheel bearing on 4 wheel drive
A: Joe, As each vehicle has different specs for torque settings and methods of ...
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| 4x4 stuck in low and wont disengage | 10/17/2009 |
Q: The other day on my way home from college I couldn't see out my back window and I thought the button ...
A: Quinten, First of all DON'T drive it in 4-low. This will tear up the transfer case, and is very ...
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| chevy 4x4 rear end rebuild | 8/19/2009 |
Q: What list of parts are needed to rebuild the rearend of a 1994 silverado 4x4
A: Jamie, This is something you need to research yourself. I would suggest that you purchase a repair ...
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| Bad sounds | 8/18/2009 |
Q: I have a 95 Jeep Wrangler 4cyl Manual. I have been encountering some strange sounds whenever I am on ...
A: Brandon, The 4 cyl YJ had a terribly weak car transmission, the AX5. I would check out the ...
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| removing the 4 wheel drive capability from 1996 chevy blazer | 8/18/2009 |
Q: How do i disengage the 4 wheel drive on my 1996 chevy blazer
A: Donna, As I rarely drive a Chevy, I am not positive what transfer case you have, but I am assuming ...
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| 98 Jeep Cherokee runs rough at idle | 8/17/2009 |
Q: I have a 98 jeep Cherokee that had a bad water pump and overheated. After replacing the pump, it ...
A: John, You said that you over heated the engine. Did you change the plugs, and give it a good tune ...
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| 1995 ISUZU TRUCK RODEO 4WD NOISE | 8/15/2009 |
Q: I GOT A 1995 RODEO 42WD 3.2L MFI SOHC 6CYL AND WHEN I PUT IT IN 4WH OR 4WL IT STARTS TO MAKE A ...
A: Larry, This is quite common with 4-wheel drive vehicles. This is due to the transfer case gear ...
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| toyota 4runner | 8/14/2009 |
Q: I thinking about purchasing a 2003 4runner, v8. It has all wheel drive. Why did Toyota go to all ...
A: Ron, For a question like this, I would suggest that you do a search on Google for this model. From ...
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| any chance? | 8/14/2009 |
Q: I have a 4 wheel drive 94 suburban that i love to take to the beach and mob on the dunes. i don't ...
A: I don't deal much with Chevys, but here are some sites to check out. ...
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| loose transfer case& broken trans mount | 5/16/2009 |
Q: I had a trans leek between the transmission and the transfer case on my 2003 chev silverodo 2500 hd ...
A: Bruce, The mount that broke is constructed with a rubber material and is very susceptible to ...
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| axles | 5/16/2009 |
Q: i have a 1998 chevy k2500 4x4. this truck has doesn't have hubs.when i'm in 2 wheel drive making a ...
A: Edgar, I'm not familiar with that vehicle. If it has full time 4-wheel drive it will do that. ...
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| steering vibration | 5/14/2009 |
Q: Hi i have a2008 nissan patrol wagon and from brand new has had a vibration in steering at 101klm to ...
A: Mike, The common cause of this type of vibration is, tires, bent rims, bad bearings, etc. Another ...
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| 03 GMC Yukon 4x4 Switching on its own. | 5/13/2009 |
Q: I own a 03 GMC Yukon. The 4 wheel drive changes on its own. When I start the truck up it goes from 2 ...
A: Shaun, I'm not familiar with this rig, or what type of transfer case it has. It sounds like it has ...
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| 1996 Chevy Tahoe missing | 5/12/2009 |
Q: 96 Chevy Tahoe 5.7. Misses at regular driving speed but mostly noticeable on inclines. Also, only ...
A: Wayne, Run a compression test. Could be bad rings or bad valves. Also, run a system scan on the ...
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| 4 wheel drive | 3/12/2009 |
Q: When i engage the 4wd. in my 91 blazer 4.3l automatic the light shows that it is engaged but it ...
A: David, The easiest way to trouble shoot this is to purchase a repair manual from your local auto ...
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| 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo V8 | 3/12/2009 |
Q: When I drive in low range 4x4, a screetching (metal-on-metal sound comes from the left front tire. ...
A: Frans, Sounds like a brake problem. I would pull the front wheel and check the brakes and the ...
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| The heater blower motor suddenly quit | 1/17/2009 |
Q: The heater blower motor suddenly quit. I own a 1991 GMC Suburban and today the heater blower motor ...
A: Mike, Check all the wiring, switches and the fuses. It's quite common for a motor to go bad with ...
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| 1983 ford truck body switch to a 1983 bronco frame will it work | 1/16/2009 |
Q: i have a 1983 ford150 short box witch the frame has a big twist in it so i bought a 1983 ford bronco ...
A: David, With the right fabrication tools, you can make most any body fit on another frame. You need ...
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| 4x4 | 1/15/2009 |
Q: i have a 97 s10 blazer that wont go into 4x4. the buttons on dash seem fine, the transfer case ...
A: Mike, Without actually looking at the Blazer, it's almost impossible to guess what part needs ...
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| 4wheel drive | 1/15/2009 |
Q: i have a 94 gmc jimmy 4.3 vortec and i can only get it in 4 low..what could be wrong for it not to ...
A: Tyler, I don't know the circumstances of where you are driving, or your shifting technique. Is it ...
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| 1989 isuzu trooper wont start | 1/14/2009 |
Q: I have replaced the fuel pump, fuel filter, Engine relay, all 4 fuel injectors, I finally rerouted ...
A: Larry, You've replaced a lot of parts. Most of them will contribute to a rough running engine, but ...
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| transmission | 1/13/2009 |
Q: gear releases when in 4th. This does not seem to happen when 4 wheel drive is engaged.
A: Frank, There are several things that can do this. The first thing to check, is your motor and ...
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| squeak under truck when driving | 9/29/2008 |
Q: could it be a U joint squeaking or something else?? thanks
A: Jeff, This is a very vague question. This could be anything from a dry bushing in the suspension, ...
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| Rear Axle on 1990 4x4 toyota | 6/29/2008 |
Q: Matt. My truck is leaking rear axle fluid on drivers side wheel I noticed it yesterday. Is there a ...
A: Norman, There are seals on all vehicles axles. I would suggest that you purchase a repair manual ...
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| CRANK NO START TOYOTA | 4/30/2008 |
Q: MY 1990 4RUNNER SR5 3VZ 6CIL THE PROBLEM IS SOMETIMES NOT EVERY TIME,THE MOTOR CRANKS NO ...
A: Robert, First, get a repair manual at your local auto parts store (around $20). These are great ...
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| 1995 toyota four runner | 4/29/2008 |
Q: Can i remove the front drive shaft on this model for summer?, I would like to increase my fuel ...
A: Larry, You should be able to remove it, but it wont make enough difference in mileage to be worth ...
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| 03 ford expedition 4x4 lights flashing | 4/29/2008 |
Q: I just removed my 22inch rims and put the factory rims and tires back on Saturday. My truck is in ...
A: Inez, The flashing could have been a bad or dirty connection at the transfer case, possibly from ...
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| body lift | 2/29/2008 |
Q: i just bought a 3" body lift recently and i can't figure out how to put it on. Can you tell me how ...
A: Chris, You should have received a complete set of instructions that came with the lift kit. This ...
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| going from dive o reverse | 1/11/2008 |
Q: i got a 1995 chevy 1500 4x4 iwht 94,000 miles when i go from drive to reverse it takes a few seconds ...
A: Davey, It sounds like your valves are gummed up. I would suggest that you take the vehicle to a ...
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| Range Rover Vogue 1986 | 1/11/2008 |
Q: I own a Range Rover vogue 1986. Would you please be able to tell me where the inertia switch is ...
A: Reay, I would purchase a repair manual for your Rover at a local auto parts store. They cost ...
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| 1989 Toyota 4Runner vaccum lines | 12/13/2007 |
Q: I recently rebuilt the engine, now when i start it up it will die 2 to 3 times before it will take ...
A: JT, You need to purchase a Chilton's or a Hayne's repair manual for your vehicle. They can be ...
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| When NOT to use 4WD | 12/12/2007 |
Q: A friend of mine has a 4WD truck, and in the recent bad weather (snow), her father placed the truck ...
A: Joe, With the information you have given me, I would check the brakes. It sounds like something ...
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| 1995 chevy 1500 4x4 blows a fuse everytime we put it into 4 wheel drive | 12/11/2007 |
Q: We just got a 1995 Chevy Silverado 1500 5.7L for a family member. Every time we try to put the truck ...
A: S S Sounds like you have a dead short. Try tracing out the wires from the transfer case and 4x4 ...
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| engine swap | 12/11/2007 |
Q: I have a 4.8 in my 2000 chevy silverado and i want to swap it for a 5.3 or 6.0. How hard would that ...
A: Phillip, I would suggest that you contact one of the companies that specializes in adapters and are ...
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| JeepGC making loud humming noise when started | 10/31/2007 |
Q: I'm hoping you can lead me in the right direction here. I have a 95JeepGC. It started getting cold ...
A: Jennifer, The first thing that I would check, would be your fan belt. If it is slipping then it ...
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| 95 wrangler clutch | 10/31/2007 |
Q: i was just driving one day in my 95 wrangler and all of a sudden my clutch pedal would go all the ...
A: Chris, Check the clutch master cylinder and make sure you have fluid in it. Also, look for leaks ...
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| 1993 explorer | 10/30/2007 |
Q: the 4x4 switch does nothing , does not light up or engage the 4x4.the fuses in the engine ...
A: Stephen, It sounds like you may have a faulty switch, or bad wiring. The electronic module on the ...
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| 1999 GMC Jimmy | 10/14/2007 |
Q: The left brake light will not work, only the right one. Also the running lights and signal lights ...
A: Alex, Replace the bulb. If this doesn't work look at the contacts inside of the housing and see if ...
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| 2000 Montero Sport | 10/14/2007 |
Q: green neutral light was flashing, while on the highway? not sure what that means. thanks in advance ...
A: Julio, You need to check out your owner's manual and see if this is an indication of a bad ...
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| 1997 Dodge ram 4x4 longbed lift kit | 10/13/2007 |
Q: I want to level out my dodge ram truck. I believe this means raising the front about 1.5 to 2 ...
A: Lewis, The amount of lift you want is determined by the size of the tires (IE 31", 33", or 35"), ...
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| 4WD indicator light problems | 10/11/2007 |
Q: The 4WD indicator light in my instrument panel on my '88 Jeep YJ won't come on. It still goes into ...
A: Garrett, Your model is slightly different than mine according to the manual. My manual doesn't ...
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| 4WD indicator light problems | 10/11/2007 |
Q: The 4WD indicator light in my instrument panel on my '88 Jeep YJ won't come on. It still goes into ...
A: Garrett, Are you sure that it is actually going into 4-wheel drive. On the passenger side of the ...
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| 93 Blazer Turn Signal | 10/10/2007 |
Q: The turn signals on my S10 Blazer aren't working. I noticed that the fuse for the turn signal is ...
A: Jim, Sounds like you have a dead short in your turn signal wiring. I would start by seeing if your ...
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| Rebuilding differential in 2000 Chevy K2500 4x4 | 10/10/2007 |
Q: I have a 2000 CHEVY K2500 4x4. It's an 8600lb. truck with a 14 bolt differential. Where can I find ...
A: Josh, As far as free instructions or manuals, I don't know of any. If they are free, I'm not sure ...
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| Hesitation on a 2000 Chevy Silverado | 10/9/2007 |
Q: I have a 2000 Chevy Silverado with a 4.8L with about 114000 miles and when I start it and take off ...
A: Tom, This could be several things from water in the gas to needing an engine overhaul. The first ...
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| 99 Jeep Wrangler Sahara high pitch squeak | 10/9/2007 |
Q: I have a 99 Jeep Wrangler with 95K miles. The past 2-3 weeks I noticed that there is a high pitch ...
A: Ann, You are right. If it was an air leak in the manifold, you should be able to cause the problem ...
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| 2006 f150 4x4 broke-under warranty | 10/8/2007 |
Q: I put a 6" fabtech(installed by professional) and i was at work check doing a routine Silt discharge ...
A: Jake, This shouldn't be a result of the lift unless something was installed improperly. I would go ...
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| 1999 Chevy Truck | 10/7/2007 |
Q: When my trucks shifts from 1st to 2nd gear it jerks. I have had the transmission serviced like I am ...
A: Elaine, I don't know how many miles you have on the truck, but you may need to have a shift kit ...
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| 1994 s10 blazer | 10/7/2007 |
Q: I have a 94 s10 blazer with push button four wheel drive. It is a rocker switch that has an amber ...
A: Dennis, I am not real familiar with the Blazers, but I would suspect that one of the buttons is for ...
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| Blazer jumps into 4-wheel-drive | 10/6/2007 |
Q: I have a 1999 Chevrolet Blzaer ls, 6-cyc, four-wheel drive automatic, 107,000 miles, well ...
A: Rodney, Sounds like your 4-wheel drive switch, or wiring is shorting out. Check out the switches, ...
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| 94 s10 blazer 4wd is stuck on | 9/22/2007 |
Q: ok i have a 94 s10 blazer and the 4wd comes on and off, it is electronic and the 4hi light is on, it ...
A: Nick, The EGR valve should have nothing to do with your problem. This valve is an exhaust gas ...
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| 1994 gmc 4x4 ball joint change out | 9/22/2007 |
Q: yes sir i'm having trouble changing out the upper ball joints on my gmc 4x4 1994 1500 series, i got ...
A: Wayne I would purchase a repair manual for the GMC at a local auto parts store. They cost around ...
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| Front axle removal Chevy blazer 1997 | 9/21/2007 |
Q: On the front driver side what holds the axle in place at the gear box? Is there a bolt or a clip ...
A: Wil, The axle may be held in place at the front differential by a c-clip. This depends on the type ...
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| Clicking when turning in 4 hi | 9/21/2007 |
Q: I have a 1994 jeep yj sahara and noticed a clicking noise when i turn in 4 hi. is this normal? how ...
A: Marco, This could be a number of things. The components to check are the universal joints on the ...
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| 93 ford explorer | 9/20/2007 |
Q: While driving, i lost all oil pressure, drove for about 5 minutes like this, got home, parked it, ...
A: Andy, First, driving it for any length of time without oil pressure is not good. It sounds like ...
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| Radiator | 9/20/2007 |
Q: transmission line removal from Dodge Ram radiator
A: Roger, Usually, just the right size wrench is needed to pull the lines. Sometimes 2 wrenches are ...
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| 1996 Chevy Blazer 4wd WON'T Disengage | 9/19/2007 |
Q: I have a '96 chevy blazer and one day I accidentily hit the 4 wheel HI button. Well I went to hit ...
A: Jeremy, First of all, don't drive it until you get it fixed. Driving it in 4-wheel drive on a hard ...
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| 89 4.9l BRONCO | 9/19/2007 |
Q: I just put new head gasket, intake manifold gaskets on her an she still acts like she is out of time ...
A: Mason, First of all, did you check the timing, and ignition components? Why did you replace the ...
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| 1999 GMC JIMMY 4WD NOT WORKING CORRECTLY | 9/18/2007 |
Q: i HAVE A 1999 GMC JIMMY THAT THE 4WD ISN'T WORKING CORRECTLY IN. WHEN I TURN THE VIHICLE ON ALL THE ...
A: Andrea, It sounds like you have a short in the control module, or a shorted switch. This may not be ...
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| RE: Suspension Lift on 98 4Runner | 9/18/2007 |
Q: I recently purchased a Stock 98 4Runner 4x4 SR5 with a 3.4L V6. I am looking at options to lift ...
A: Conor, The lift you need would depend on the size tires you want, and how extreme the trails are ...
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| F250 doen't disengage properly | 8/5/2007 |
Q: I have a 2001 F250 4x4.After leaving the beach yesterday I noticed the front driveshaft still ...
A: Mark, If you are positive that the hubs are unlocking, then there is a chance that the transfer ...
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| f-150 shift from park | 8/4/2007 |
Q: My 94 F-150 started not shifting from park until it has run for a couple of moments. I understand ...
A: Ken, I would replace the fuse anyway. You may have a bad or dirty connection in the fuse block. ...
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| 89 jeep cherokee 4L auto | 8/3/2007 |
Q: The other day I was driving and while I was pressing on the gas peddle I wasn't getting any ...
A: Aaron, Normally low fuel pressure would be due to a bad fuel pump. In your case, I would guess ...
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| 1997 Ford Explorer XLT | 8/3/2007 |
Q: My explorer is leaning about 1 1/2" to the drivers side. What causes this and how can it be fixed?
A: Patrick, Sounds like a broken spring, or suspension component. To a lesser degree bad body mounts. ...
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| 89 jeep cherokee 4L auto | 8/2/2007 |
Q: The other day I was driving and while I was pressing on the gas peddle I wasn't getting any ...
A: Aaron, This could be several things. Before you changed the fuel pump, you should have checked to ...
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| car alarms prestige | 8/1/2007 |
Q: I ahve a 2000 toyota 4 runner, with a prestige car alarm. My car alarm always goes off ans was ...
A: Erika, Many of the newer vehicle alarms are tied in with the computer system. If you can't find ...
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| 1998 Chevy Blazer | 6/5/2007 |
Q: Our son owns a 1998 Chevy Blazer that he took to South Jersey this past weekend (we are North) he ...
A: Kathy, I'm not sure why it would switch into 4wd low just from over heating. It is possible that ...
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| driveline question | 5/24/2007 |
Q: Hey i have a 2000 gmc sierra 1500 with a 4 inch lift. i was recently on the highway when ...
A: Casey, First, check out your drive line angles. With the lift, you would need to make sure that ...
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| brakelights | 5/23/2007 |
Q: I have a 97 GMC Z71. The center high mount brake light works, the hazards work, the left and right ...
A: Doug, It may not be the brake light switch since the center mount works. I would get a test light, ...
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| 2001 GMC Jimmy 4x4 not working | 5/21/2007 |
Q: I have a 2001 Jimmy where the 4x4 will not engage. I have replaced the vacuum actuator, cable, and ...
A: Erik, Change the fluid in the transfer case, and check for metal shavings, or any other indications ...
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| Reverse and overdrive | 4/4/2007 |
Q: I've got an 1990 ford f150 ext. cab 4x4, and it will not go into reverse or overdrive. What could be ...
A: Ralph, Sounds like you have an automatic. This could be a linkage problem, if it is a stick shift, ...
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| jeep | 4/3/2007 |
Q: I have a 1989 cherokee 4.0 that runs great and has plenty of power, but under exceleration it ...
A: Steve, It sounds as though you may have some water in your fuel. Try using some gas additive/fuel ...
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| stuck in 4 wheel low | 2/21/2007 |
Q: I have a 1992 jimmy. It has a button you push to put it in 4 high or 4 low. We put it in 4 low and ...
A: Dana, Is it going into high range when you select 2-Wheel drive, or is it actually staying in low ...
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| 1984 s-15 pu | 2/21/2007 |
Q: will not lock in to 4 wheel drive has a vaccum problem any ideas on what it could be or how to ck it
A: Mark, Start out by tracing all the vacuum lines that run from the transfer case to the switches and ...
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| 4 wheel low will not disengage | 1/18/2007 |
Q: I have a 1998 expedition. I can't get the 4 wheel low to disengage
A: Pat, To give you a simple answer would be extremely hard without looking at the truck. This ...
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| my truck | 1/9/2007 |
Q: I have a 2005 for f-150 xlt supercab 2 wheel drive pickupturck that i bought new in 05. I want to ...
A: Vinnie, I don't know of any direct conversion kits specifically for this purpose. I would contact ...
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| nissan d21 brakes | 1/8/2007 |
Q: Hi i have a nissan D21 4x4 the year is 1997 p reg i recently replaced the full brake system meaning ...
A: Darran, It sounds as though you still have air in the brake lines. Make sure that you are bleeding ...
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| 99 toy 4runner back hatch | 1/8/2007 |
Q: the back hatch on my 99 4runner wont open . the lever seems locked even when its not. how do you ...
A: Michael, I would suggest that you purchase a repair manual for the 4-Runner. I don't have any ...
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| toyota truck repair | 1/7/2007 |
Q: i have a 1989 toyota v6 5 speed 4 wheel drive that i have been trying to change the fuel filter on ...
A: Bobby, The first thing to try, is to spray the bolt with a good penetrating oil, and let it sit ...
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| 66 bronco engine swap | 1/6/2007 |
Q: Will a 1990 4.6 bolt to the 3 speed tranny?
A: Tony, You may need a conversion kit. The best place to answer this question would be Advance ...
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| my baby f250 | 1/6/2007 |
Q: i own a 1996 f250 4x2 and i want to convert it into a 4x4 straight axel i have the 460 xlt extended ...
A: Vinny, I don't know of any direct conversion kits specifically for this purpose. I would contact ...
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| electronic 4x4 not working | 12/1/2006 |
Q: I have a full size 1989 ford bronco with the electronic locking 4x4. I have a repair manual but it ...
A: Jerry, I would start at the transfer case, and start checking the wiring, and making sure that the ...
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| 4x4 will not engngage | 11/11/2006 |
Q: I have a 1995 nissan pathfinder and it will not engage into 4 wheel drive automatic with auto hubs
A: Robert, I'm not familiar with which transfer case the Pathfinder has. also, is this a new problem, ...
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| dodge track bar | 11/10/2006 |
Q: Had truck inspected, failed due bad track bar, said bar could snap,how do you tell. Thanks, Tom
A: Tom, Visually inspect the track bar for cracks, or see if it appears bent. Make sure the bushings ...
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| ford explorer 1994 | 11/10/2006 |
Q: My oil gauge show low but when I check the oil, it is on the full level.
A: Julie, Most oil gauges work off of a pressure switch, and if it is showing low oil pressure, this ...
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| 1989 Cherokee clutch adjustment | 11/9/2006 |
Q: Good day, Carl. I have a 1989 Jeep Cherokee (4.0L, 5MT). The clutch on this jeep engages WAY out ...
A: Rob, This Jeep should have a hydraulic clutch linkage, and is not adjustable. It sounds like your ...
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| 4 wheel drive | 11/8/2006 |
Q: I have a 1995 Nissan 4 wheel drive that keeps jumping out of 4 wheel drive or wont lock in sometimes ...
A: Roy, Most transfer cases have a spring loaded ball that rides in a detent on the shifting forks in ...
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| can I turn my 4x2 jeep liberty to a 4x4? | 10/3/2006 |
Q: how much would it cost?
A: Eduardo, It would be cheaper, and less trouble to trade it in on a 4x4. It would take a major ...
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| isuzu trooper 4x4 service light | 10/3/2006 |
Q: I have a 96 isuzu trooper and the four wheel drive light is on. The starter went out a while back ...
A: Todd, I would start, by tracing out the wiring near and around the starter. You may have broken or ...
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| towing a car with another car | 9/4/2006 |
Q: i have a 1992 ford taurus 3.0 dual overhead cam great tranny great engine bum cv axle starting to go ...
A: Jared, I've been known to do that sort of thing. You may have no problems, but there is always the ...
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| oil leak | 9/4/2006 |
Q: I have a 91 suburan that I just put a remanufactured engine in and the part that the oil cooler ...
A: Tina, I'm not sure about a specific name, as this is usually part of the engine block, and doesn't ...
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| clicking noise 2003 silverado | 9/3/2006 |
Q: I bought my 2003 silverado 2 months ago. It has 37" tires and 6" of lift. A few weeks ago I noticed ...
A: Tonya, I would bet that your first guess is probably right. Sometimes a u-joint can be bad, or dry ...
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| jeep wrangler suspension not level | 9/1/2006 |
Q: I have a 88 wrangler yj,it has 98,000 original miles. i purchased the vehicle about a yr ago. I ...
A: Ricky, First thing to do, is to measure the front and rear springs to make sure they are all the ...
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| dodge 1999 9.2 chry anti spin rear axel 355 ratio | 9/1/2006 |
Q: 2chry anti spin diff with a 3.55 ratio this info is from the under hood sticker. on the carrier ...
A: John, This is a new one to me also. I haven't had a chance to tear into one of these. I always ...
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| 4WD High/Low Lights Blinking | 8/1/2006 |
Q: When I got into my 1998 Mountaineer the other day and started it up I saw that my 4WD High and 4WD ...
A: Jason, I'm not familiar with which transfer case you have, but it sounds like you may have a bad ...
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| lifting my jeep | 7/16/2006 |
Q: I have a 93 jeep cherokee sport, I am goin to put a 4 inch suspension lift on it, the olny problem ...
A: Nathan, If you want to do the more extreme trails like the Rubicon, then you would need a minimum ...
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| truck didnt want to go then quit working | 7/16/2006 |
Q: i have a 1998 dodge ram 1500 the i was driving going about 45 when i pushed the gas it boggged out ...
A: Ian, This could be numerous things. The first thing to do, is see if it's due to lack of gas, or ...
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| steering stabilizer | 7/15/2006 |
Q: I have removed the old stabilizer from my 99 jeep cherokee. the old bolt is still in there, its ...
A: Jason, If you're talking about the steering damper/stabilizer, as opposed to the stabilizer bar, ...
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| Jeep Cherokee 4WD | 7/15/2006 |
Q: I have a 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo. When I shift the vehicle into 4WD everything is fine, but ...
A: Lynn, I have the same model, and the same problem. The manual says to accelerate, and back off a ...
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| Jeep Cherokee front end shake | 7/14/2006 |
Q: I own a 1999 Jeep Cherokee Classis 4x4. I was driving on the highway when I hit a serious ...
A: Lynda, You may have bent a tire rim, lost some tire weights, or broke a shock. I would have the ...
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| 1997 explorer suspension | 7/13/2006 |
Q: and the vehicle drives great but it makes a noise in the suspension when I go over bumps or drive ...
A: James, It's hard to say what the problem is without actually hearing it, but I would suspect that ...
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| Diffs | 7/13/2006 |
Q: Hey there... I have a 77 ford f150 currently on 33's. My question is.. I've shot a diff, (front) and ...
A: Morgan, This depends on how hard you run the Ford. If you really like to hammer it, then check ...
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| lift kit extras | 7/12/2006 |
Q: i have a cherokee 98 xj that i want to lift. but am conserned that ill have to buy more stuff than ...
A: Sherif, Sorry this is getting to you so late. I actually sent a response, but it looks like it ...
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| 4x4 problem | 7/12/2006 |
Q: I have a 2000 Chevy Blazer 4x4. The vehicle won't go into 4x4 Hi but will go into 4x4 Lo. Where ...
A: Harry, That is unusual, as it is usually low range that has the shifting problem. I am not ...
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| Headlight electrical problem | 7/11/2006 |
Q: my 97 ford explorer rightside headlamp doesnt come on after replacing the burnt out one,I check the ...
A: Daniel, Get a test light, and check out the wiring to the right headlamp to make sure that you have ...
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| temp gauge reaches 230 | 7/11/2006 |
Q: I have a 1999 Chevy Silverado that had developed a fluid leak it was due to a bad thermostate seal. ...
A: Anthony, I have seen this happen due to air in the cooling system. Sometimes when changing ...
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| petrol pressure on a range rover se 89 | 7/10/2006 |
Q: I'm trying to make this beast work. I have a ranger rover voge se v.8 petrol, 1989,and it just will ...
A: Jay, Sounds like you may have a faulty carburetor float, or needle valve. This would allow the ...
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| Toyota 4runner Meltdown! | 7/10/2006 |
Q: 0 v6. I'm in the process of making it an all time mudding vehicle, it has 4-5 inches of lift and ...
A: Brad, This is a new one to me. It doesn't sound like the computer or the distributor. It sounds ...
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| Service engine soon | 7/9/2006 |
Q: I saw the ansewr for the "service engine soon" on the GMC jimmy. I just bought a 1995 Chevy Blazer ...
A: Steve, Sounds like the standard mileage warning. After so many miles, usually somewhere between ...
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| Jeep trouble | 7/9/2006 |
Q: Hey Carl, I went off roading today in stock Jeep Wrangler and got bogged down in a sinkhole pretty ...
A: Saif, Yep, seen this more than once. Depending on how deep you were, and what the composition of ...
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| wheel backspacing? | 7/7/2006 |
Q: I have a 04 Wrangler "X" with the stock aluminum 15-7" wheels. I am wanting to raise it just a bit ...
A: Greg, The amount of lift you need, will be determined by the size of the tire you want to run. I ...
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| 1987 jeep cherokee | 7/7/2006 |
Q: i own a 1987 jeep cherokee pioneer 4x4. 6 cylinder. sometimes (not all the time) when i start my ...
A: Tina, The idling problem sounds like a vacuum leak. You can look under the hood, and see if there ...
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| 1997 ford explorer xl | 6/22/2006 |
Q: Two questions: One, the 4wd light flashes periodically then goes away. 4wd works fine, is there ...
A: Mike, The first thing that I would suggest, would be a complete tune up. Many times the buzz in ...
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| ford truck coil | 6/21/2006 |
Q: i just put a 6 inch lift on my 79 ford f150 coils in front and just springs in back the coils in the ...
A: Kyle, The coil springs can tend to flex out a little. If the springs were part of the lift kit, ...
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| Hood Vent Leak | 6/20/2006 |
Q: I have a 2006 Wrangler, parked outside under the hot Miami sun daily for 5 months. Now that it has ...
A: Eric, This seems to be a common problem with the Wranglers. The vent drain on most of these is a ...
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| Grinding when going into 4 wheel high | 6/20/2006 |
Q: I slipped my 1994 suburban into 4 wheel high tonight and going in and coming out of 4 wheel drive it ...
A: Billings, I'm assuming that you are talking about going into low range, and out. If your rig is an ...
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| clock | 6/19/2006 |
Q: how do I re-set the clock in my 1992 Ford Explorer 4WD standard shift?
A: Elizabeth, I have 3 cars, and each one uses a different method for setting the clock. If your ...
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| 1992 S10 4 wheel drive circuit | 5/25/2006 |
Q: My Hayes manual for a 92 S10 has little on the function of the 4 wheel drive circuit. My truck ...
A: Ken, The first thing that I would do, would be to take the S-10 to a reputable lube, or ...
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| 4x4 LOW NOT ENGAGING | 5/25/2006 |
Q: this is Diego writing from Lima, Peru. My vehicle is a 2003 Explorer Sport Trac 4x4 that I imported ...
A: Diego, Sounds like you have a bad relay, or solenoid (control module). I would suggest that you ...
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| ford explorer | 5/22/2006 |
Q:
A: Justin, If this has happened in the past, and tapping the solenoid worked, then I would suspect ...
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| rear wheel bearings | 4/17/2006 |
Q: Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 1998 I have been told that the rear wheel bearings need to be replaced ...
A: Michele, Take the Jeep to a reputable shop, and get another estimate. As far as new, or used goes, ...
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| Chev K20 4WD Not Working | 3/30/2006 |
Q: Dash light indicates engaged. Shaft from Transfer Case to Fr. Diff. rotates but no drive. The 4WD is ...
A: Richard, It sounds like you have a type of automatic hub, and they are not engaging. Most 84 4x4's ...
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| Help about front suspension bottoming out | 3/27/2006 |
Q: I am wondering what your thoughts are. I have a 97 yukon with 115k on it. I recently replaced the ...
A: Todd, This is a very good possibility. I suggested the overload, or gas filled shocks, as this ...
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| Help about front suspension bottoming out | 3/27/2006 |
Q: I am wondering what your thoughts are. I have a 97 yukon with 115k on it. I recently replaced the ...
A: Todd, I don't know which type of shocks you bought, but I would suggest either an overload type, or ...
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| 2003 Chevy Tahoe 4 wheel drive | 3/23/2006 |
Q: My car is always in 2 wheel drive and we had to put in in 4 wheel high due to the snow. I put it ...
A: Stacie, First of all, it is hard on a 4-wheel drive vehicle to not run in 4-wheel drive for long ...
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| Ford Explorer 4X4 | 3/23/2006 |
Q: ,I was doing a search and came across you- "As far as the overdrive goes,in slow traffic, it's ...
A: Renee, When you're on the highway, there is no problem using overdrive. In the city during stop ...
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| should I lift my 2003 Rubicon? | 3/22/2006 |
Q: Carl. I just purchased a 2003 Rubicon (don't tell anyone--it's the special edition Tomb Raider ...
A: Larry, We have several stock Rubicons in our club, and they do just fine. It sounds like yours ...
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| 2002 Jeep Wrangler Sport TJ | 3/22/2006 |
Q: I am about to buy a 2002 Jeep Wrangler Sport TJ edition and received the car fax. Everything on ...
A: Phunter, You say that the suspension has been worked on. Without knowing the particular Jeep that ...
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| '86 s-10 blazer brake lines | 2/1/2006 |
Q: i just got a 86 s-10 blazer from my brother and there is a leak in the brake line, near the front on ...
A: Dan, This is a simple fix, but you may need to buy a special open end wrench that is designed for ...
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| Mercury Mountaineer AWD | 1/10/2006 |
Q: Approx 96,000 miles on a 2002 Mercury Mountaineer and problem has started that sounds like a 4-wheel ...
A: Dale, First,double check the tire pressure. It is very important on any 4WD vehicle that the tires ...
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| 94 Wrangler Seirra Edition | 1/10/2006 |
Q: My jeep will crank over (starter engages) but is getting intermittent electrical signal to the coil. ...
A: Darren, According to my book, an error code 12 states "Problem with the battery connection. Direct ...
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| interior lights, security system | 1/8/2006 |
Q: after installing a stereo in my 1993 Grand cherokee Limited 4wd, the interior lights and the ...
A: Ronald, I don't know who installed the stereo, but it sounds like the wires were tapped into the ...
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| turn signals on 95 Chevy blazer s-10 | 1/8/2006 |
Q: I need help. My turn signals don't work. I checked the fuse and it was fine. I checked the bulbs and ...
A: DeAnna, It's true, that the switch rarely goes bad, but they do sometimes. In, or near your fuses, ...
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| Front defroster on 1997 Jeep Cherokee | 1/7/2006 |
Q: We have no air blowing out of the front center defroster vents in our 1997 Jeep Cherokee. It blows ...
A: Scott, You probably have a duct tube that has pulled apart under the dash. I would suggest that ...
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| 1996 Toyota Tacoma | 1/7/2006 |
Q: I have a 1996 toyota tacoma 4 wheel drive standard cab pick-up. It has a 5 speed manual ...
A: Laura, Without looking at it, it's extremely hard to guess what is wrong. From what you have ...
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| electric door locks | 1/6/2006 |
Q: i have a 2000 jeep cherokee 4 wd. my automatic door locks stopped working. when i pressed the switch ...
A: Mike, If you hear a clicking, it sounds like the electrical components are ok. The problem I have, ...
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| Camber Bolt | 1/5/2006 |
Q: I own a 1994 k1500 4x4 blazer 350. I was told that I could not get a front end alignment because ...
A: Mike, It's hard to say without looking at it. I would check another reputable alignment shop. If ...
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| 4x4 alxes | 1/4/2006 |
Q: whats the biggest tire size that should be used with 1/2 ton axle's?
A: George, This depends on the size motor, and how heavy your throttle foot is. I run 35x12.50x15 ...
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| 4 wheel drive not engaging | 1/4/2006 |
Q: I have a 1995 tahoe and am having problems with the 4 wheel drive engaging. I don't use it that ...
A: Adam, To give you a simple answer would be extremely hard without looking at the truck. This ...
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| 93 Ford Explorer Repair Question | 12/17/2005 |
Q: I have a 1993 Ford Explorer, 4.0L V6. I recently had the intake gasket replaced. Shortly ...
A: Jeff, The first question, is why did you have the intake gasket replaced? Was the Explorer having ...
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| '95 Ram, 4 wheel drive question | 12/16/2005 |
Q: Carl- I have a question about my '95 1/2 ton Ram. When I have 4x4 engaged, there seems to be a too ...
A: Chris, Definitely, check your drivelines, and u-joints. Also, if you have a lift, check the ...
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| wheel bearings | 12/15/2005 |
Q: 2000 Olds Bravada all-wheel drive needs front wheel bearings. Do I need to unload the torsion bars ...
A: Robert, You need to purchase a Chilton's or a Hayne's repair manual for your vehicle. They can be ...
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| '94 Jeep Loud Whining Noise | 12/15/2005 |
Q: I just had a transmission place look at it. They said it's coming from the transfer case AND they ...
A: Emily, Sorry to hear that the damage was so bad. You might check around, and see if you can find ...
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| '94 Jeep Loud Whining Noise | 12/14/2005 |
Q: I have a '94 Jeep Grand Cherokee that's 4wd all time. 148K on vehicle, engine approx. 82K. ...
A: Emily, It sounds like the front differential, axle, or wheel bearings. The mechanic who looked at ...
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| S-10 Blazer 4X4 1989 | 12/12/2005 |
Q: What goes on inside the front diff. when the vacume acc. is engaged? My diaphrame is brokken open ...
A: Ray, I'm not familiar with the system used in the Blazer. On the Jeep's, this diaphram operates a ...
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| 1991 Jeep Cherokee Sport, No Start | 12/12/2005 |
Q: I had a problem about 3 weeks ago when my jeep would not start. The battery seemed fine and the ...
A: Frank, I would suggest that you start by buying a repair manual. You can purchase a manufacturer's ...
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| Chevy Z-71 4X4 | 12/11/2005 |
Q: I have a Chevy Z-71 4x4 offroad and the tires are still almost new. Late last week taking a small ...
A: Jim, It sounds like you may have a front wheel bearing, front axle bearing, or steering component ...
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| 4WD S-15 JIMMY | 12/9/2005 |
Q: I JUST PURCHASED A S-15 4WD AND WOULD LIKE TO KNOW HOW TO PROPERLY ENGAGE THE 4WD. IT HAS ROCKER ...
A: Tom, I would suggest that you find a user's manual for the S-15. All vehicle manufacturers have a ...
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| 4 wheel drive at speeds over 30 mph | 10/31/2005 |
Q: Mr. Brandt, you may not be the one to answer this question but I'll give it a shot.I recently bought ...
A: Grace, First of all, it sounds like the Hyundai does not have true 4-wheel drive, but an all wheel ...
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| different maf | 10/31/2005 |
Q: I have a '93 Ford Explorer w/4.0L V6.It started sputtering and idling rough. I pulled codes 157 & ...
A: Ralaroco, As I have stated, I'm not a mechanic by trade, and every vehicle has different codes. ...
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| 2000 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4.0L | 10/19/2005 |
Q: I have a 2000 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4.0L. I bought the vehicle used approximately 6 months ago. In ...
A: Anthony, First, I would suggest that you purchase a repair manual for your vehicle. You can ...
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| 4WD service light on 2004 suburban | 10/6/2005 |
Q: The service 4WD light came on in my 2004 Chevy Suburban, the vehicle will not go into 4WD when the ...
A: Steve, The first thing that I would do, is to purchase a Chilton's, or Hayne's repair manual for ...
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| 2003 Wrangler hard top rear window | 10/5/2005 |
Q: Over the past several months the rear window works its way from behind the tail gate and rattles as ...
A: Steve, I checked out the 2003 Wranglers, and you are right, there are no latches on that model. ...
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| 2003 Wrangler hard top rear window | 10/4/2005 |
Q: Over the past several months the rear window works its way from behind the tail gate and rattles as ...
A: Steve, The gas shocks should have nothing to do with holding down the window. Normally, they are ...
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| airbag light flashing | 10/4/2005 |
Q: I have a 2002 Jeep wrangler with an airbag "off" switch down by the gearshift. When in off mode ...
A: John, Get the Jeep to a shop, and have them run a diagnostic test for the airbag. This could be ...
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| HELP! | 9/24/2005 |
Q: I'm not sure if you can offer a suggestion about this problem, but it's worth a try. I have a 2005 ...
A: Dan, This is a first for me. I have seen similar situations, but they have always been in a ...
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| suspension/steering problem on 02 Taco | 9/21/2005 |
Q: Hey, Mr. Brandt, Question for you.. I drive a 02 double cab 4x4 Taco with the 16" stock alloy ...
A: John, You didn't say what size tires your are running, but anything 33" and larger can be a real ...
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| 89 4RUNNER ENGINE MOUNT | 8/29/2005 |
Q: HOW DO YOU REPLACE THE ENGINE MOUNT WITH ON A 89 4RUNNER WITH V6. IS IT WORTH TO DIY OR PAY A SHOP ...
A: Willee, Rather than trying to go into a detailed explanation by e-mail, I would suggest that you ...
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| 4runner Rear Suspension | 8/25/2005 |
Q: I just replaced the leaf springs in my 1988 4runner due to the rear end sagging significantly. I ...
A: Jeff, Every brand spring has it's own characteristics, such as being stiff, or soft. The brand you ...
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| Tire size on Si;verado Pickup | 8/24/2005 |
Q: I would like to get some larger tires for my wife's 2003 Silverado 1500HD LT pickup. The tires are ...
A: Tony, The amount of lift you need, will be determined by the size of the tire you want to run. I ...
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| Timing chain for a 74 jeep cj5 | 8/24/2005 |
Q: I was wondering if you could help explain how to set a timing chain for a 74 cj5 jeep. I'm not sure ...
A: Raymond, The simplest way for you to do this accurately, would be to purchase a repair manual. ...
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| 1992 ford explorer park | 8/23/2005 |
Q: could you tell me what could possibly be wrong? for a few months now the transmission on my ford ...
A: Keith, I would suggest that you contact your local Ford dealer, and see if there have been any ...
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| Problem with 4wd | 8/23/2005 |
Q: I have a problem with my 4wd lights they all stay on . The 2wd, neutral, 4wdlo, 4wdhi and the ...
A: A.G. I am not familiar with the shifting system on this vehicle, but from what you have said, I ...
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| 2000 ford f-150 bounce | 8/15/2005 |
Q: I have a 2000 Ford F-150. I have a 6" suspention lift and a 3" Body lift. I am currently running 39" ...
A: Adam, You have found the magic problem with large tires. Anytime you run 33" or larger tires, they ...
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| Suburban tires | 8/13/2005 |
Q: 2004 Chevy Suburban (Bought used, no accidents reported) Problem: I have a wobbling sound when I ...
A: Roland, Is it a wobbling "sound", or can you actually feel it? It sounds like a tire problem. ...
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| 94 pathfinder ignition/starter problems | 8/13/2005 |
Q: The starter is ok from bypassing the ignition. Though I could still have it backwards. I need ...
A: Dave, Sorry I can't be of more help, but it's hard to tell you all of the possibilities without ...
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| 94 pathfinder ignition/starter problems | 8/12/2005 |
Q: I have replaced the starter and still won't start. I have measured all contacts at the inhibitor ...
A: Dave, First of all, I'm not sure what you are calling the inhibitor relay. If you have an ...
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| 1993 jeep grand cherokee | 8/12/2005 |
Q: my jeep has once in a while problem i will be driving down the road and all of a sudden will start ...
A: Jeff, This is a common problem if you have oversize tires. If you have rotated the tires, balanced ...
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| Track Bar | 8/11/2005 |
Q: Hey there- Would this still be the case if I hadn't told you about replacing the bearings? I didn't ...
A: Maureen, Sorry about this answer being late, but I sent it off once, and it seems that it didn't ...
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| Track Bar | 8/10/2005 |
Q: I have jeep question, I have a '95 Jeep Cherokee, I have been searching the web for info. about ...
A: Maureen, First of all, this doesn't sound like the track bar, and replacing the bearings, ...
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| Toyota front locking hubsthe | 8/9/2005 |
Q: Is it possible to replace the stock front differential hubs on a 1994 Landcruiser with full time 4WD ...
A: Michael, I'm sure that this can be done, you just need to remember to lock in the hubs when you are ...
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| 1998 Cherokee cooling. | 7/17/2005 |
Q: A few weeks ago I was in utah. I was in some mountains on the freeway and whenever I would go up a ...
A: Dan, I think that you found the problem. Normally, when a vehicle is overheating, you will see the ...
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| 1998 Cherokee cooling. | 7/16/2005 |
Q: You may not have the answer to this but I can't find anyone else. How do I make sure there are no ...
A: Dan, This is common on most of the newer Jeeps. I have a 94 Wrangler, and 2000 Grand Cherokee, and ...
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| chevrolet avalanche | 7/16/2005 |
Q: Can you take off the body armor of a Chevrolet Avalanche?
A: I don't have any idea, but you can purchase a manufacturer's shop manual for it from a dealer. They ...
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| Jeep Cherokee Repair | 7/14/2005 |
Q: I just purchased a 1996 Jeep Cherokee Sport. I have two questions. Why is there condensation ...
A: Kim, There should be no condensation coming from the air conditioner. It sounds like you may have ...
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| 2003 Wheel Bearings | 7/8/2005 |
Q: I was hearing a vibration and humming noise as I turned the wheel to the right. I took it in to see ...
A: Vanessa, Please, please go to another reputable shop and get another estimate. You can, even call ...
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| ABS light on lifted Silverado | 6/29/2005 |
Q: Any help on a 2000 Silverado with the ABS light on? Fabtech 6" Suspension lift, 315/75's, 3" body ...
A: Dan, I'm not familiar with the ABS system on the Silverado, but many of the newer vehicles have a ...
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| tire knowledge | 6/28/2005 |
Q: I want to know the proper way to inflate and check tire pressure with a non electronic tire gauge. I ...
A: Edward, This is pretty straight forward. The main thing, is to make sure you are pressing the ...
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| 1994 Ford Explorer | 6/27/2005 |
Q: I drive a '94 Ford Explorer, it's the first 4x4 vehicle I've ever driven, and I don't have an ...
A: David, 1) As far as the overdrive goes, if you are driving around town in slow traffic, it's ...
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| Steering noise | 6/23/2005 |
Q: 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee with all the time 4 wheel drive. I have a front end/wheel noise: it sounds ...
A: Patrick, Since you have replaced most of the parts that I would suspect, your next step, is to ...
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| 1998 Toyota 4Runner | 6/22/2005 |
Q: My son replaced the shocks and struts on his 4Runner a few months ago. Now he complains that while ...
A: Scott, Check out the shocks, and struts to make sure that they haven't come loose, or nothing has ...
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| 1999 GMC Jimmy stuck in 4x4 | 6/22/2005 |
Q: Our 1999 Gmc Jimmy is stuck in 4 wheel drive low and we can not get it back into 2 wheel drive. It ...
A: Vicky, I'm not familiar with the system used on the GMC, but I would suspect a faulty switch, or ...
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| 4WD Switch | 6/20/2005 |
Q: On my 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited this message comes up: "Serivice 4WD Switch". The Jeep is ...
A: Roger, Normally if there is a problem, the associated light should stay on. I have a 2000 Grand ...
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| trachtech ezlocker | 6/20/2005 |
Q: Sir, I'm trying to install an ezlocker in the rear of my '89 FJ75 Landcruiser. It's a c-clip ...
A: Al, I have installed several of the ezlockers, and I did have similar problems with one of the ...
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| service light for 4 wheel drive | 6/18/2005 |
Q: Service light for 4 wheel drive came on. What could be the problem. Must it be repaired by the ...
A: Deanie, On many vehicles, this light is set to come on at a specific mileage, usually around 60,000 ...
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| start problems | 6/15/2005 |
Q: my jeep will not start, it turns well but just doesn't get started any suggestions
A: Ed, Two problems can cause this. These are, no gas, or no spark. Check to see if you are getting ...
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| rims | 6/6/2005 |
Q: I sent my suv to the dealer for a brake job.When I was washing my car about a week later,I noticed ...
A: Alex, As far as brake cleaner goes, it evaporates extremely fast and should not cause the problem ...
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| installing a steering stabalizer | 5/25/2005 |
Q: I have a 1988 chevy K1500 pickup that did not come with a steering stabalizer stock. I have a ...
A: Gary, I can't be of much help without seeing the directions. Most steering stabilizers will have a ...
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| Clicking | 5/18/2005 |
Q: I have a 97 ford explorer AWD 5.0L and when I move slow like backing up or pulling forward I hear ...
A: Don, Can't give you a very good answer without driving, or listening to the Ford. I have seen this ...
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| Stalling | 5/16/2005 |
Q: I have a 1990 Jeep Cherokee Pioneer. I gave someone a jump start a few weeks ago and now it just ...
A: Chuck, There is a good chance that you burned out an electronic component when you jumped the ...
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| suspension lift | 5/14/2005 |
Q: i purchased a 3" superlift kit,it came w/a helper spring set-up: this kit is basically a leaf ...
A: Dave, I don't know what you paid for the lift kit, or what vehicle you have, but you can get ...
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| pinon shaft | 5/14/2005 |
Q: i have a 98 dodge ram 1500 4x4. I am replacing the seals and bearings on the rear axel. I am having ...
A: Terry, Be careful pounding on the shaft. There may be a keeper, or clip that needs to be removed ...
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| Brakes | 5/11/2005 |
Q: I have a k1500 x-cab 4X4 that I use in the woods a lot. I was told that it made a lot of difference ...
A: Prentiss, There are many different types of brake pads. The major difference, is the material that ...
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| Steering Regaling | 5/11/2005 |
Q: 5ltr. LWB 1996 model with steering regaling at 100km/h speed, front wheel road with axel boshes ...
A: Yassin, It sounds like you have replaced all of the normal parts that could cause this. One thing ...
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| Engine swap?? | 5/10/2005 |
Q: Carl. We have a 1986 Ford Bronco II and wondered if it is possible, feasible to swap out the 2.8L ...
A: Kenndra, This type of swap is possible, and done quite often. A good place to contact, would be ...
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| 4x4 conversion. | 5/8/2005 |
Q: i have a 1979 ford 1/2 to truck with the 351/400 modified engine. i am the second owner and i smokes ...
A: Jamie, The best place to start, would be Advance Adapters. They supply kits for just about any ...
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| clunking noise | 5/7/2005 |
Q: I have a 2004 ford excursion 4x4 6.0 dsl. my problem is sometimes [85% of the time] when i back up ...
A: Roy, This could be a loose suspension or transmission/transfer case component, a broken or bad ...
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| jeep front end | 5/5/2005 |
Q: we have a 99 jeep grand cherokee, and the front end feels "loose". the vehicle travels to the left ...
A: Kirk, I would take the Jeep to a reputable front end shop. What you are describing, can vary from ...
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| 94 jeep grand cherokee | 5/4/2005 |
Q: i have a 94 grand cherokee with 180,000 miles that is making a clicking sound from the front end at ...
A: Jason, Most mechanics wouldn't try to answer your question without driving, or listening to the ...
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| what are lockers? I have an... | 5/3/2005 |
Q: what are lockers? I have an 87 Jeep Cherokee, I want to get lifted and have BIG tires on it. I have ...
A: Crystal, Let's start out with the steering. This problem can vary from worn out steering ...
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| 1999 Chevy Tahoe wont startt | 3/2/2005 |
Q: When I Turn the ignition, the engine turns but will not engage. or a better way of putting it, the ...
A: Craig, The first thing I would check, is the fuel rail on your fuel injectors. There should be a ...
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| Ball joint removal | 2/13/2005 |
Q: I have a 1998 Ford Ranger 4x4 I am try to replace the ball joints on the right side. I am having ...
A: Fred, Talk to one of your local auto parts stores. In some cases there are special tools for this. ...
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| wheel bearing replacement | 2/12/2005 |
Q: i have a '01 chev silv. 2500hd 4x4 and need to replace the front wheel bearing, could you give me ...
A: Robert, You need to purchase a Chilton's or a Hayne's repair manual for your vehicle. They can be ...
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| Noise in 1995 Toyota 4Runner | 2/12/2005 |
Q: I have a 1995 Toyota 4runner. Recently, when I hit the brake or release it to accelerate, my ...
A: Nicole, If it's coming from under the floor boards, I doubt that it would be the shocks. If the ...
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| '88 Chevy Cheyenne | 2/11/2005 |
Q: I have owned small 4 wheelers (Atv's) before never a full sized PU. My Question is is it normal for ...
A: Oldwild, I'm not sure what you mean by "Freeze". Whether you are in 2-wheel drive, or 4-wheel ...
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| 1979 4x4 wheel bearings | 2/11/2005 |
Q: I'm needing to know how to replace them in detail.
A: Ron, You need to purchase a Chilton's or a Hayne's repair manual for your vehicle. They can be ...
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| Chevy Blazer Parts | 2/8/2005 |
Q: I have a 1988 S-10 blazer that has possible axle problems. I have an opportunity to acquire a 1994 ...
A: Roscoe, I'm not familiar with all of the possible replacement alternatives for the S10. You might ...
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| DID TOWING CUSE DAMAGE? | 2/8/2005 |
Q: IF MY ALL-WHEEL DRIVE OLDS BRAVADA GOT TOWED, AND I WAS NOT THERE TO PUT IT INTO NEUTRAL, COULD THAT ...
A: Logan, Every vehicle has it's own towing specifications. Normally, the damage done by towing ...
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| Overheating 89 | 2/7/2005 |
Q: My brother has a 89 laredo limited with 4L engine and he's facing overheating problems to the point ...
A: Peter, Actually, the closed system is a fairly dependable system. Normally, any heating problems ...
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| 94 Explorer | 2/7/2005 |
Q: I don't know if you can answer this, but I have a 94 Explorer Limited 4x4. It has push button 4x4 ...
A: Mindy, I don't know where you live, but in my area (on the coast), we have a lot of corrosion ...
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| 4WD | 2/6/2005 |
Q: The sound is coming from the front drivers side. You are correct that I have automatic hubs and is ...
A: Wayne, It sure sounds like a hub. I have seen them break on several occasions. If you do have to ...
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| 4WD | 2/6/2005 |
Q: I have 1988 Forb Bronco that I have been restoring. The problem is in the 4WD, it goes into 4WD ...
A: Wayne, It sounds like you have a locking rear end. They will make a clicking sound when in a turn, ...
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| 1992 FORD EXPLORER 4 W/D | 1/7/2005 |
Q: FOR THE PAST MONTH, WHEN I ENGAGE MY 4 W/D FOR SNOW DRIVING, I COULD HEAR AN OCCASIONAL "THUMP" IN ...
A: Kevin, Without, physically looking at, or listening to the problem, it is real hard to say what is ...
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| hook up accessory mirror with light | 1/6/2005 |
Q: Our 89 wrangler has no interior lights. we bought an inside replacement rear view mirror with map ...
A: Steve, You don't have to go through the existing fuse box. All you need to do is to find a ...
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| Jeep 4-wheel drive | 1/6/2005 |
Q: I bought a 2000 Jeep Cherokee Sport a couple of years ago and I used the 4-wheel drive during the ...
A: Mike, Actually, the transfer case operates the rear end also. I'm not sure which transfer case you ...
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| 86 Jeep Comanche Timing Pulley | 11/29/2004 |
Q: Carl, I recently purchased a 1986 JEEP Comanche 4x4, V-6, A/C, A/T, 093,650 miles, very nice ...
A: Paul, This is not good. This is called a harmonic suppression damper, and helps to balance the ...
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| air suspension | 11/28/2004 |
Q: I had brakes replaced on my 1999 Lincon Navigator today 11/28/04 and whenI got the car back I ...
A: Chris, I hate it when this happens. I have had several similar occurrences. Just to cover ...
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| Bearing or Rear Axle Replacement 97 JCGL | 11/28/2004 |
Q: Sir, I suspect the rear axle bearings on my 97 JCG limited need replacing. There is a "roaring" ...
A: Mark, First of all, I'm not familiar with the term JCGL. That year Jeep should be a TJ Wrangler, ...
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| 95 chero sport rear washer | 11/27/2004 |
Q: Rear washer line has seperated in tail gate. Is there a way to repair/get to the line without ...
A: Brad, I'm not sure how you access this line. I'm sure that there is an access hole for this. I ...
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| battery | 11/26/2004 |
Q: I hope you can help. I have an 86 full size Bronco with a plow. I bought a new battery for it, ...
A: Dan, Sometimes, a dirty, or bad switch can cause a drain such as this, but may not be quite enough ...
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| VACUUM SYSTEM FOR 4X4 CHEVY TRANSFER CASE | 11/26/2004 |
Q: The vacuum hose seems to collapse keeping the wheels locked in. I have to pull the hose off to run ...
A: Tom, Sounds like your line, is not a vacuum line. A line designed for vacuum shouldn't collapse. ...
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| mercury mountaineer front end | 11/25/2004 |
Q: i have a1997 mercury mountaineer and their is a clunking sound in the front differental.it sounds ...
A: Dan, I would try to confirm where the sound is actually coming from. If it is on the outer end ...
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| thermostat | 11/24/2004 |
Q: I hope you can answer this. I have 93 Jeep Grand Cherokee, with a 4litre engine. I simply want to ...
A: Dwayne, I have a 2000 Grand Cherokee, and just changed the thermostat in it, and had no problem ...
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| Steering Wheel Clunk | 11/23/2004 |
Q: I have a 1998 Eddie Bauer Ford Explorer with 60K in mileage. When it is cold there is a very ...
A: Bryan, Sounds like you may have a power steering pump problem, or a problem with the steering box. ...
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| 93 ford escort | 11/21/2004 |
Q: my 93 escort wont start I canged the starter about 3months ago ran fine now it wont start turn key ...
A: Joe, Double check the battery under a load. Many batteries can show 12 volts, but may drop in ...
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| liquid leakage | 11/18/2004 |
Q: My 1997 4X4 Grand Laredo has some liquid leakage from two hoses located under the radiator and ...
A: Hu, You are correct, that should be transmission fluid. Automatic transmissions circulate the ...
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| 1995 Explorer Transmission | 11/18/2004 |
Q: Transmission isnt shifting properly and O/D light is flashing.Using AutoXray tool it shows codes 646 ...
A: MIke, This is just a guess, but many of these transmissions are shifted electronically, and due to ...
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| Vibration/Shaking while Braking | 11/15/2004 |
Q: I own a 2001 Cherokee Sport. When I brake hard from high speed I have a very noticable ...
A: Mike, It is possible for a small amount of grease, or oil to get on the brakes in this manner, but ...
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| 95 Jeep Cherokee Country - brake problem | 11/15/2004 |
Q: I have a weird problem with my brakes when it rains. This happens when I drive out of my driveway ...
A: Bobbie, This may be occurring due to hard brake pads/shoes, warped rotors, or a leaky brake ...
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| clutch adjustment | 11/13/2004 |
Q: I have a 1984 ford F-150 with a 300 straight 6 how do i adjust the clutch so its not so tight its an ...
A: Ben, As far as I know, there is no way to adjust a hydraulic clutch. I would suggest that you ...
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| front rotor removal | 11/13/2004 |
Q: How can I get the front rotors off of my 1996 Ford Bronco 4x4? I have them torn apart as far as ...
A: Marty, Rather than trying to go into a detailed explanation by e-mail, I would suggest that you ...
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| 1996 Jeep GC road noise | 11/12/2004 |
Q: I have a 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo. It has the six cyl. eng. and is 2WD. When I am on the ...
A: Bill, I would suggest that you have someone ride with you, and have them try to locate the general ...
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| "clunk" is coming from transfer case | 11/10/2004 |
Q: Carl, Thank you for your quick response. I removed the Driveshaft last night and started it up and ...
A: Travis, I'm not sure why they say that you need to remove the transmission. I have removed my ...
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| Hello,
I have a 94 Wrangler... | 11/9/2004 |
Q: I have a 94 Wrangler I6, 4.0, 5spd stick. While parking the boat in the back yard, my jeep started ...
A: Travis, Normally, I would suspect a u-joint, or drive line problem. In your case, since you ...
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| Cherokee Dash Lights | 11/8/2004 |
Q: I have a 1993 Cherokee Sport with automatic transmission. Vehicle has no drink holders so I usually ...
A: Whoops! Tom, Something like this has happened to all of us at one time or another. I would ...
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| mechanical | 11/8/2004 |
Q: sir, I am an engg: student frm india i am in final year.i would like to do a proj. on new ...
A: Shinoj, Great, in fact, I worked in California for the Department of Transportation as an Engineer ...
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| 2000 Chev Suburban 4x4 | 11/6/2004 |
Q: Is the front drive shaft suppose to turn when running in 2H (2 wheel drive)? The service person at ...
A: Earl, If you have automatic hubs, or fixed hubs that can't be released, then the front drive line ...
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| 96 JGC Front End Hum/Vibration | 11/6/2004 |
Q: Hey Carl - I have a 96 JGC Selec-Trac 4x4 that has served me well up to 103K miles. No problems at ...
A: Kevin, It sounds like you may need to have your front bearings replaced, or at least checked, and ...
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| 4wd quit working | 11/3/2004 |
Q: I have a 1995 K2500 4wd Chevy Suburban. This past spring the 4wd quit working - it will not engage. ...
A: Darrell, Without seeing the vehicle in person, all I can do, is to give you some suggestions. It ...
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| 4wd only works in low range | 11/3/2004 |
Q: I have a 1995 Ford Bronco, 157000 miles. Push butoon 4wd seems not to lock but when pushing low ...
A: PK, First of all, if you are trying to check out 4wd, make sure that you are not on a hard surface, ...
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| Ford Ranger 4X4 | 11/1/2004 |
Q: I have an '03 Ford Ranger 4x4 with a 4.0 V6. Although I rarely use my 4-wheel drive, I travel ...
A: Richard, As far as longevity, routine maintenance is the best thing that you can do. Use a good ...
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| 4x4... | 11/1/2004 |
Q: My 2000 Chevy Blazer is stuck in 4 wheel drive. When I push my 2 wheel drive button on the ...
A: Brian, If the transfer case is in a bind, then driving in reverse can relieve some of the pressure. ...
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| 88 dodge 4x4 off road | 10/31/2004 |
Q: keep breaking transmission nose cone or throw out bearing sleeve in 1988 dodge 1500 4x4 veh does ...
A: Greg, This may be a drive line problem. Check the angles of the drive lines (front and Rear). ...
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| Rear suspension | 10/31/2004 |
Q: I have a 94 Isuzu Trooper 124,000 miles and the rear end bottoms out very easy over bumps. The ...
A: Tim, It is possible for springs to start sagging due to normal wear, and fatigue. A good brand ...
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| noise when i brake | 10/30/2004 |
Q: the back bushings that . the springs ride on seem to be dry and make noise when i stop going ...
A: Carlton, I am not familiar with deep creep, but I assume that it's a penetrating oil. First of ...
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| Rear turn signal and fuse box | 10/26/2004 |
Q: I have two questions and hope you have some advice for me. First, I am a proud owner of a Jeep ...
A: Chris, This could be as simple as a shorted bulb. When you check the bulbs, make sure that you ...
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| lower ball joint | 10/24/2004 |
Q: i need to know how to remove the lower ball joint on the drivers side on a 1979 f-150 4x4. please ...
A: Kirk, Rather than going through a complete description of this process through an e-mail, I would ...
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| 1980 F250 | 10/24/2004 |
Q: I just purchased my first 4x4 truck and wondering if I have a problem with my front end. The front ...
A: Alex, This is common with the Ford front suspension, as it is not a solid front axle. If you are ...
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| Rear Bearings, 97 Cherokee Sport | 10/23/2004 |
Q: I've heard a 'thump, thump, thump' that increases and decreases relative to speed. Thought the ...
A: Karl, Normally, you wouldn't feel a rear bearing problem in the steering, but it is possible. If ...
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| putting chevy motor into a jeep cherekee | 10/22/2004 |
Q: I'm looking at purchacing a 90' jeep cherokee with a 4.0L inline six ,with an automatic. It ...
A: Greg, The people to talk to about any conversion such as your planning would be Advance Adapters, ...
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| 1998 GMC Jimmy | 10/20/2004 |
Q: I'm starting to have little problems with my Jimmy. 1)After putting the truck into 4wheel, it takes ...
A: Jason, What kind of terrain are you driving in when in 4-wheel drive? If it is a hard, or paved ...
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| 4x4 electric shift | 10/20/2004 |
Q: 89 full size bronco w/electric shift. cannot get out of low range & 4x4. indicator light flickers
A: Ronnie, It sounds like a bad ground, or faulty connection. As far as the wiring goes, you should ...
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| 2000 Suburban | 10/19/2004 |
Q: I have a 2000 Suburban 1500 4x4. Recently the vehicle has started to pull to the right when driving. ...
A: Ran, I hate to say it, but it sounds like the alignment shops are not doing their job. Anytime you ...
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| 1994 Jeep Wrangler | 10/18/2004 |
Q: Lately I've noticed a strange high pitched screaming noise coming from under the hood. Could it be ...
A: Josh, Usually the water pump makes a growling sound when it starts to go bad. They usually start ...
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| best sport utility | 10/17/2004 |
Q: I currently drive a 2001 Ford Expedition. I am considering trading it for an SUV that is considered ...
A: Carolyn, I really hesitate to recommend any particular vehicle to anyone. The reason for this, is ...
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| Vibration | 10/15/2004 |
Q: I have a 1998 5.9 Grand Cherokee, I have already had the Hybrid shaft and frontend diff rebuilt ...
A: TJ, The u-joint must be the right one, and has to be tight. Any play at all, will give you a ...
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| Front driver tire noise, 2000 Bravada | 10/14/2004 |
Q: Bought new tires, returned tires got better new ones still have rolling noise. Down shifting to 2nd ...
A: Ron, It's hard to diagnose noises without, actually driving, or listening to the vehicle. What you ...
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| AWD and tires | 10/13/2004 |
Q: I purchased a used '94 Aerostar E-AWD. I know this is not even close to an off-road vehicle, but as ...
A: Paul, In any AWD, or 4-Wheel drive, it's extremely important that the tires be a matched set. If ...
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| astro van awd | 10/12/2004 |
Q: i get a loud clunk from underneath the van under hard acceleration or even holding the brake in and ...
A: Mark, This can be a hard one to diagnose without, actually driving the van. I would suggest that ...
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| 2003 Jeep/ CD stereo installation | 10/11/2004 |
Q: I have just bought a 2003 Jeep Wrangler hard door soft top and I would like to install a CD stereo ...
A: Ryan, I haven't had a chance to work on a 2003 model yet, so I'm not familiar with the dash layout. ...
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| rear suspension | 10/6/2004 |
Q: I recently bought a 1973 ford F-100 4x4 short box. It has a 4.5 inch suspension lift(rancho).It has ...
A: Chris, This is a very common problem. Try to stay away from blocks, as they put more strain on the ...
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| 94 Jeep tail light prob | 10/5/2004 |
Q: I have a 94 Jeep Grand Cherokee v8 5.2l and all three of my tail lights have all of a sudden stopped ...
A: Chris, How about the turn signals, backup lights, and tail lights. If they are all having ...
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| 92 jeep cherokee tire sizing | 10/5/2004 |
Q: i just baught a 1992 jeep cherokee laredo 4x4 and am interested in running bigger tires on the ...
A: Le Tran, As far as lifting for looks, I don't suggest that. The main reason, is that anytime you ...
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| Dodge Durango Power Windows | 10/4/2004 |
Q: My vehicle is a 2004 Dodge Durango. My back, driver side, window won't go down, even if I use that ...
A: Kellie, Originally, I would have suspected the switch, but now that the window doesn't work with ...
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| towing a Chevy Blazer 2001 | 10/3/2004 |
Q: I have a car caddy, and want to tow a 2001 Blazer. Do I have to do anything to the drive train to be ...
A: Mike, On most 4-wheel drives, it is recommended that you put the transmission in gear, if it is a ...
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| power antenna | 10/2/2004 |
Q: Hey I recently had my power antenna mast replaced by toyota dealer. I have purchased a pioneer head ...
A: Eric, It sounds like the antenna cable may have come unplugged from the radio itself, or came loose ...
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| front axle auto lock keeps goin in out on its own | 9/30/2004 |
Q: i have a 89 toyota p/u xtra cab sr5 v6 4x4 with automatic 4x4 seems to be 3 piece front axle?? ...
A: Jonny, Wow, I'm not sure what's going on. First of all, do you have hubs on the front end? If you ...
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| Ford 9" gear change | 9/29/2004 |
Q: I recently put 33" tires on my '81 Ford Bronco. My plan was to also do a gear change. My problem is ...
A: Cory, Your Dana 44's will work just fine. As far as lockers go, are you planning on doing some ...
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| Jeep Headlamps | 9/29/2004 |
Q: I've got a 1995 Jeep, LTD SE model and have been having problems with the headlamps, initially I ...
A: Sarah, You can test the relay, by running a wire from the battery to the positive side of the ...
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| 2001 S10 tailgate strap installation | 9/28/2004 |
Q: I am trying to remove the old tailgate straps and put new ones on (old ones broke). The torx bolts ...
A: Jeff, I don't know of any websites, but you can purchase a repair manual for your rig. A Chilton's ...
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| Thump Noise on Newly Lifted Jeep | 9/26/2004 |
Q: I have recently gotten the Jeep Bug, I have had many off road vehicles in the past and was brought ...
A: Michael, This can be anything from a faulty shock mount, to a loose body bushing. If the bar pin ...
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| Car pulls to the right | 9/26/2004 |
Q: I have a 1997 Ford Explorer (Eddie Bauer) with 4 wheel drive. My car pulls to the right. I put air ...
A: Bill, There are a few things that can cause this. You have checked the first, being tire pressure. ...
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| cut off switch on feul pump after a rear end accident .i need to know where the reset switch is on a 1994 v6 explorer?thanks | 9/23/2004 |
Q: i am looking for the reset switch is on the 94 explorer.this would be the switch that shuts off the ...
A: Robert, Sorry for being so late with the answer, as I couldn't seem to get onto the website for a ...
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| weird Jeep noise when starting and shutting down the engine | 9/22/2004 |
Q: I have a 1996 cherokee sport 4wd. automatic. I am the sole owner, and have all records. Yesterday, ...
A: Carla, This sounds like it may be the fan belt, idler pulley on the belt, or another belt driven ...
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| 4 wheel drive | 9/21/2004 |
Q: I just bought a 1989 jeep cheerokee 4 wheel but the guy said there was something wrong with the ...
A: Kim, First of all, you need to find out what the real problem is. Not going into 4-wheel drive can ...
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| lift kits | 9/20/2004 |
Q: i have been looking for a lift suspention for a 95 mazda b2300 only 4 inch one that also does not ...
A: Eric, As far as the lift goes, I would purchase an off-road magazine or two, and contact some of ...
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| possible gear damage | 9/20/2004 |
Q: I have a 1985 Chevy Blazer S10--- I was wondering since I don't have sufficient vacuum to engage ...
A: Randy, I'm not familiar with the setup on the Blazer, but it should be similar to the Jeep, and ...
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| Spark plug gap | 9/18/2004 |
Q: I purchased new Champion double platinum spark plugs for my 2003 Subaru Forester and have no idea ...
A: Paul, I'm not sure on that model. This is real unusual that the manual wouldn't have the gap ...
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| 1999 jeep 4.0 | 9/18/2004 |
Q: carl i'm replacing engine i can not seem to split motor from bell housing any ideas what i'm doing ...
A: Jack, I'm not sure what stage you are at in removing the motor, but you have to realize, that you ...
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| 4-wheel drive wont lock in | 9/17/2004 |
Q: cant figure out why wont the 4-wheel drive lock in when I need it to..on 1992 chevy truck c-1500
A: Johnny, To give you a simple answer would be extremely hard without looking at the truck. This ...
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| Ball Joint Replacement cost | 9/17/2004 |
Q: Mr. Brandt, My 98 GMC 1500 4wd Pickup needs new ball joints...what is a ballpark figure I should ...
A: Buddy, This amount, can vary greatly from area to area. Where I live, standard shop rates are $85 ...
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| 01 Montero Sport -lights on the dash... | 9/16/2004 |
Q: I had the four wheel drive engaged about three weeks ago in my 01 Montero Sport and when I hit the ...
A: Nate, It sounds like you may have a broken ground wire, or a stuck switch on your parking brake ...
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| clicking noise up front at takeoff | 9/14/2004 |
Q: My 99 Jimmy 2dr 4wd has a clicking noise at takeoff, and i am not sure what the problem is. I did ...
A: Chris, Hard to say, without listening to the sound. I would have someone walk alongside of the rig ...
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| Lift kits | 9/13/2004 |
Q: I bought a blazer with a lift kit already on it and I need to replace some parts. Is there a way to ...
A: Pete, Without talking to the person who installed the lift, it's real hard to tell. You may be ...
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| suspension and steering | 9/12/2004 |
Q: I need to replace the left upper ball joint and both front control arms on my 94 Chevy T-10 Blazer ...
A: Pete, As each brand, and size lift kit requires different modifications, I wouldn't know on this ...
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| Airbag Light and Instrument Panel | 9/11/2004 |
Q: I have a 98 cherokee sport 2wd. The problem I have is this. My airbag light stays on constantly ...
A: Joey, It sounds like you have a loose connection, or a bad ground in the instrument cluster. It ...
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| repair or trade? | 9/9/2004 |
Q: Now divorced, I have no vehicle knowledge. I have a 97 Grand Cherokee (Orvis) w/108,000 m that I ...
A: Dana, Boy, this is a tough one. If I could see the Jeep, and check it out in person, it would be ...
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| more power? | 9/8/2004 |
Q: hey I just purchased a 2001 tj 2.5 with 40, 000kms. I was wondering what recommendations you have ...
A: Josh, You can only get so much out of the 4-cyl, but a start would be to install a free flowing air ...
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| 79 jeep | 9/2/2004 |
Q: My father bought a 79 Cj. How much should he expect to pay for three new motor mounts and ...
A: Lynda, A set of polyurethane motor mounts cost, around $70 a pair, and stock replacements, around ...
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| Wrangler Transfer Case replacement | 9/2/2004 |
Q: I have a '92 YJ 4.0 w/5spd and am looking for a used NP231 transfer case to replace the one in it ...
A: Brad, As far as I know, the transfer cases should be interchangeable. Just to make sure, you ...
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| hood release | 9/1/2004 |
Q: I own a 95 Chevy Tahoe and the hood release is not working. I can hear the cable moving as I pull on ...
A: Sylvia, Sometimes, you can bend a stiff piece of steel rod, such as a welding rod, and hook the ...
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| Natural gas smell in Toyota Tacoma? | 9/1/2004 |
Q: Hey again. So I've been smelling what seems to be natural gas sort of smell in the Toyota Tacoma. ...
A: Mike, Depends on what you are calling a "natural gas" smell. If it is closer to rotten eggs, then ...
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| 97 Tacoma Leaf Springs | 8/31/2004 |
Q: I found a place that has used leaf springs for Toyota Tacomas. Can I put a newer leaf (from the ...
A: Mike, You can use any of the springs, as long as you make sure both sides match. If the newer ...
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| 86 Jeep Cherokee Trans/Transfer Noise | 8/30/2004 |
Q: I have a 1986 Jeep Cherokee 4x4 with a 2.5 cyl, 5 speed/NP 207 Transfer with 190,000 miles. When you ...
A: Ray, Without, actually listening to the noise, or driving the Jeep, it's hard to guess what the ...
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| 98 Jeep Cherokee Classic - start/stall | 8/29/2004 |
Q: Carl, I am the "new" owner of a 1998 Jeep Cherokee Classic 4x4 with 87K miles. After stop-and-go ...
A: Joan, If you had that much rust and debris in the tank, your fuel injectors, and fuel filter may be ...
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| Ford Clutch | 8/25/2004 |
Q: The clutch in my 2002 ford explorer sport has gone out and i was told that the you can not bleed the ...
A: Jason, Most hydraulic clutch systems have a bleeder valve on, or near the slave cylinder. Any of ...
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| 2000 Grand Cherokee | 8/24/2004 |
Q: I have a 2000 Grand Cherokee and have had an issue where I hit about 75 miles per hour I have a ...
A: Krista, I would advise you to take the Jeep to a reputable shop that specializes in 4 wheel drive ...
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| Check Engine light | 8/22/2004 |
Q: I have a 98 Jeep Grand Cherokee with a 6 Cly. and a automatic trans. The check engine light came on, ...
A: Fred, The most common failed component that will cause the check engine light to go on is the ...
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| WHEEL NUT SIZE | 8/20/2004 |
Q: I have a 98 Bravada. I need to grease the bearings. I dont have a socket large enough for the nut ...
A: Bob, I don't have any specifications for the Bravada, but you can purchase a manufacturer's shop ...
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| oil in air filter | 8/20/2004 |
Q: i have a 1995 jeep cherokee sport. i am getting oil in the air filter . the pcv or ccv valve are ...
A: Shawn, A small amount of oil is not too uncommon, but you may have some wear on the engine ...
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| 1991 GMC TURN SIGNAL COMBO SWITCH | 8/16/2004 |
Q: I have a 1991 GMC F/S PU, my right blinker will not blinkin the back, but it will in the front. I ...
A: Adriane, It sounds like a broken wire, or bad contact. Check and see if the right brake light ...
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| 4x4 | 8/15/2004 |
Q: where can I find step-by-step online info on how to repair jeeps (eg. clutch, hardtops, holleyn ...
A: Will, As far as a website goes, I doubt very much if you could find one that could supply all of ...
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| Suspension | 8/12/2004 |
Q: My wife has a 1993 Nissan Pathfinder, 4 wheel drive, manual shift. I would like to make it as safe ...
A: Jim, Try not to listen to most of the bad information out about SUV's being so dangerous. Yes they ...
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| Ball Joints | 8/12/2004 |
Q: My daughter took her 96 ford explorer, non 4x4 to get it aligned today. They told her that the ball ...
A: Penny, This wear is normal, especially with the mileage. I'm not sure about the cam, as there is a ...
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| Tahoe windows | 8/11/2004 |
Q: I have an 02 Tahoe and we want the glass in the back doors to go all the way down, not just half ...
A: Susie, As far as I know, this is a factory installation, and not adjustable. I have a 2000 Grand ...
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| 98 jeep grand cheer. 5.2 v8 | 8/7/2004 |
Q: have knocking/clunking noise and vibration visable in front wheels upon hard turn to right. removed ...
A: Vaughn, I would guess that you have a bad wheel bearing in the front end. Another possibility, is ...
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| Jeep Pinging | 8/7/2004 |
Q: 1995 Jeep wrangler. Repairs: tires, slightly larger than stock, fuel line, battery, dealer tune up. ...
A: Marshall, Sounds like you need to join our 4x4 club with your toys. Anyway, as far as the shop ...
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| lft kits | 8/6/2004 |
Q: i have bought a 79 bronco. it came with a 3" body lift on it. my question is if i'm wanting to keep ...
A: Brandon, There is no substitute for a suspension lift. With a body lift, you are raising the ...
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| 1988 jeep cherokee laredo starting issues | 7/5/2004 |
Q: ok i have a 1988 jeep cherokee laredo that now will not start without starter fluid. we've changed ...
A: Erin, Well, it seems as though your boyfriend can't do it. First of all, if your fuel filter is ...
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| electric fan | 7/5/2004 |
Q: '88 Cherokee 4.0L. I was driving a rough forest road in 4wd at slow speed. When I parked and shut ...
A: Ross, Well, the first thing to do, is to replace the reservoir bottle, and the radiator cap. This ...
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| jeep cherokee | 7/4/2004 |
Q: i own a 94, jeep cherokee 2 door SE, 4x4. it has the awesome inline 6 (i thank the lord every day) i ...
A: David, You've run into the main problem with the Cherokee, as far as large tires go. They don't ...
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| altitude jumper wire | 7/3/2004 |
Q: I have a Jeep Cherokee 2.5L. A label under the hood says the vehicle is intended for use above ...
A: I haven't seen this before on the 4 cyl, but I've seen this on the older 4.2 ltr six, so I tried to ...
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| lift kit 95 explorer | 6/30/2004 |
Q: why cant i find a lift kit for my 95 ford explorer ive looked every where they go up to 94 then they ...
A: I have had similar problems with my 96 Ford F250, and my Jeep WJ. What I would suggest, is to ...
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| Improving traction | 6/30/2004 |
Q: I own a Nissan Patrol 260 2.8 Diesel, 1991. The vehicle is stock except for the shocks (EMU ...
A: Carlo, Let's start with tire size. The 31's should do just fine. If you are having trouble in the ...
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| axels | 5/26/2004 |
Q: i have a 95 jeep yj and its rear passenger axel shaft is bent causing my rear tire to wobel how ...
A: Nick, Before you replace anything, make sure that it is a bent axle, and not a bent rim. If it is ...
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| Front-end Shakes | 5/26/2004 |
Q: I have a 2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD (18.5k miles) that has been giving me "shaking" problems for ...
A: Jen, I would suspect bad shock absorbers, or a bad steering stabilizer. Visually check them for ...
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| rear transmission seal | 5/25/2004 |
Q: 99 Wrangler leaking gear oil. I know it's the transmission and not the transfer case. How in depth ...
A: Ron, The first thing I would suggest, is that you purchase a repair manual for your Jeep. They can ...
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| electrical problems | 5/25/2004 |
Q: I have an 85 cherokee and recently as i attempted to start it I lost all electric as if a short had ...
A: Dave, It sounds like you have lost a ground connection, or blew a fusible link in the ignition ...
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| REAR HATCH FLIP WINDOW | 5/24/2004 |
Q: My 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee the rear hatch window release button stopped working I get nothing when ...
A: Bob, The first thing I would suggest, is that you purchase a repair manual for your Jeep. They can ...
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| 1977 Jeep CJ7 Steering Column | 5/24/2004 |
Q: ------------------------- What models of cars' steering columns can be adapted to a 1977 CJ7? ...
A: Vickie, Most of the wrecking yards should be able to look up replacement parts on their computer. ...
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| Front wheels "crimp" when I make a sharp turn | 5/23/2004 |
Q: I have a '94 Grand Cherokee with quadrotrac all wheel drive and 4.0 L I6. After driving for more ...
A: Art, This could be caused by several failing components. If you do have a limited slip ...
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| serpentine belt | 5/21/2004 |
Q: I have a 95 jeep cherokee 4.0l and the serpentine belt has been replaced several times but an ...
A: Roger, Many times, this noise is due to a worn bearing in the idler wheel. A quick check to see if ...
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| 1977 Jeep CJ7 Steering Column | 5/20/2004 |
Q: Do you know where I can find a tilt wheel steering column for my 1977 CJ7?
A: Vickie, Check out your area for wrecking yards. There are several different vehicles that have ...
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| Amp | 5/20/2004 |
Q: Do you know anywhere I could hide an amp in a 1989 jeep wrangler since it has no locks on the doors. ...
A: Nick, There are a few companies that sell locking, steel boxes just for this. Check out some of ...
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| steering will not return to center posistion | 5/19/2004 |
Q: I have a 1988 Jeep Wrangler with 111K miles. After I complete a turn the steering wheel will not ...
A: Dan, It sounds like you have a valve problem in your steering box, or power steering pump. Another ...
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| I'm looking for a recommendation Re: replacement tops. | 5/19/2004 |
Q: I've been shopping for a good deal on a decent replacment top for my 1995 Sahara. Came accross the ...
A: Sherie, I'm not familiar with the "Pavement Ends" brand, but if it's cheaper, you might contact the ...
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| Liftgate Struts | 5/17/2004 |
Q: It looks like Express Auto Parts has 2 different struts for my 97 Grand Cherokee (one for the ...
A: Travis, You should call around to some different auto parts stores, or look in some Jeep ...
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| 1995 jeep cherokee | 5/17/2004 |
Q: The A/C in my 1995 cherokee is blowing cold air,but it only comes out of the vents for defrosting ...
A: Sean, It sounds like you hit all the bases. The only other thing that I can think of, is that one ...
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| Front Wheels start "Crimping on sharp turns" | 5/16/2004 |
Q: I have a '94 Grand Cherokee" with full time all wheel drive. When the car is warm (after driving ...
A: Art, Without riding in, or driving the Jeep, it is extremely hard to diagnose this problem. I ...
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| tire size problem??? | 5/16/2004 |
Q: Put 33" tires on my 89 Wrangler, 4.2L, Automatic 6 months ago with no problems. Now the ...
A: Megan, Yes, the tires can cause more drag on the transmission, but, this depends on how you drive ...
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| Turn Signal, Windshield Wipers, High/Low Beams | 5/15/2004 |
Q: Where would I look to find a replacement thing on the left hand side of the steering wheel for a ...
A: Nick, The first place to check with, is any of your local wrecking yards, preferably one that ...
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| front end shimmy during breaking | 5/15/2004 |
Q: 1999 Jeep Cherokee V6; Front end shimmees during breaking. All other steering and front end ...
A: Rex, It sounds like something in the alignment came loose. I would contact the shop that did the ...
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| Computer number | 5/14/2004 |
Q: I have a Cherokee Laredo 4.0 1991 High output,AT, it needs the computer becase the last one is ...
A: Roberto, Your local Jeep dealer should be able to supply you with the appropriate part number. ...
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| Better Gas Mileage | 5/14/2004 |
Q: What do you recommend to increase my gas mileage for my 2000 Wrangler Sahara? I read where an ...
A: Rick, I have heard of the Tornado, and actually purchased one. I wasn't impressed, especially the ...
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| Body Lift Kit | 5/13/2004 |
Q: I am unable to find a body lift kit for a 1988 Jeep Cherokee. Does anyone offer such a kit. ...
A: Warren, As the Cherokees are unibody construction, body lifts are not offered. I do not recommend ...
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| Possible fuel pump problem | 5/12/2004 |
Q: I Have a 2000 Wrangler Sport with the 4.0 engine. It has recently been difficult to start, and I do ...
A: Randy, This should be an easy one to troubleshoot. This could be, nothing more than water in the ...
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| Lift kit problem | 5/12/2004 |
Q: I have a 2000 TJ Sport, I put a 2" Skyjacker block lift with new Nitro shocks. At the same time I ...
A: Randy, The first thing you need to do, is to contact the company you purchased the lift from. This ...
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| Air Conditioning | 5/11/2004 |
Q: Jeep Gr Cherokee 1996 Laredo. Air Conditioned air coming out of vents goes off momentarily then ...
A: Rusty, This can be caused by several things. It sounds like you may have a loose wire connection, ...
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| Steering wheel shakes | 5/11/2004 |
Q: I have a 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo (6 cyl) with close to 60,000 miles. Every now and then the ...
A: Nadine, I've had the same problem, more than once. The normal cause of this problem, is: 1) Out ...
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| turn signals | 5/10/2004 |
Q: The hazard lights on my 1999 Jeep Cherokee Sport work however when I use the turn signals they do ...
A: Al, I don't have a manual for your model, but the flasher unit, is usually located on, or near the ...
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| Interior water leak | 5/9/2004 |
Q: I own a 1999 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4x4, with a 4.0L. My problem is that there is an interior water ...
A: Scott This can be caused by a leak in the windshield seal. Another possibility, is a heater core ...
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| jeep belt replacement | 5/9/2004 |
Q: I have a 1996 Jeep Cherokee, with V-6 engine. I bought a new serpentine belt, but I cannot get it to ...
A: Jim Some of the Jeeps have a spring loaded idler that can be pried up to replace the belt. Others, ...
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| FUEL MILEAGE AND TRANNY SENSORS | 5/8/2004 |
Q: I HAVE AN 89 CHEROKEE I6 4.0 FUEL INJECTED AND I AM GETTING ABOUT 200 MILES TO A TANK ON HIGHWAY ...
A: Jonathon, First of all, I would get the tranny checked out and repaired asap. As far as sensors ...
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| airbag indicator light on | 5/7/2004 |
Q: We were driving the jeep about three weeks ago and we made a sharp corner and heard a snap inthe ...
A: Steve, It sounds like you may have broken a main ground wire, or positive wire inside of the ...
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| electrical | 5/6/2004 |
Q: jeep cj-7 1983 6 cyl. 258 i need to know the pin out of the carburetor connector? (stepper motor) i ...
A: J-F, As I don't have manuals for all models of Jeeps, I suggest to most of the people with wiring, ...
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| Air Conditioning | 5/6/2004 |
Q: My buddy and I both have 97 wranglers and we both have the same problem. The air conditioning does ...
A: Mark, Sounds like a bad vacuum line, or one that has not been located correctly, that links the ...
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| 86 Jeep Comanche ignition locked in on position | 5/5/2004 |
Q: My ignition is locked in the on position. Do you have any suggestions or advice? It is a 1986 Jeep ...
A: Rhonda, Sounds like you may have a broken tumbler. Try to work the steering wheel back and forth ...
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| Gas gauge | 5/5/2004 |
Q: I just bought a used 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. I filled it up this weekend and this morning as I ...
A: Angela, This can be tough to trouble shoot. It sounds like you may have a bad ground, or loose ...
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| The various soft tops for a TJ | 5/4/2004 |
Q: Hey Carl, just a question here. I have an aftermarket soft top w/ hardware that came with the used ...
A: Shane, There are only a few manufacturers of tops, with Bestop being the most common. I have seen ...
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| 1997 Grand Cherokee-clunking sound | 5/4/2004 |
Q: I have a 1997 jeep grand cherokee with 130K. It makes a clunking sound when you turn left or right. ...
A: Terri, Sounds like a universal/CV joint on the end of the front axle going bad. Another ...
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| rear window glass replacement | 5/3/2004 |
Q: I need to replace the rear window glass for my 1988 Cherokee, got any tips or tricks ?
A: Steve, As it would be hard to explain the process in writing, I would suggest that you purchase a ...
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| jeeps...serpentine belts... | 5/3/2004 |
Q: need to know where to find the spring-load device that will make installing the serpentine belt ...
A: Keith, On my 94 Wrangler, the idler pulley is fixed. The belt is adjusted by the power steering ...
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| Exhaust hangers for 89 pioneer 2x2 | 5/2/2004 |
Q: I have a 89 Pioneer 2x2 inline 6. I've just gone through exhaust hell, and now I have a new ...
A: Brent, What I would do, is to talk to some of your local muffler shops, and see if they will weld ...
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| frontend | 5/2/2004 |
Q: I HAVE A 2002 TJ WRANGLER W/A 3.5'' LIFT & 33'' GOODYEAR A/T.RIMS ARE 8'' DEEP,JEEP RAN BEATIFUL FOR ...
A: Jerry, I've had the same problem, more than once. Go to a different shop, preferrably one that ...
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| Rear Bumperettes | 5/1/2004 |
Q: One of my rear bumperettes is dented and has a form like a "W". The shape is supposed to be a "U". I ...
A: Nick, The only easy way to get the shape back, is to replace it. They are not overly expensive. ...
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| 89 jeep cherokee | 5/1/2004 |
Q: I got bullshited by a so called friend that said he could swap 4.0l engine for me well he left my ...
A: Joey, Whoops. That's not the first time I've seen this happen. I would contact a company called ...
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| 84 jeep cj-7 motor | 4/30/2004 |
Q: Sorry, I realize this is not your line of questioning but I'm at my wits end. Here's the problem. ...
A: Mike, This is a tough one, unless I could be there to help trace out the missing vacuum lines. The ...
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| transmission rear seal | 4/29/2004 |
Q: I am trying to replace the rear tranmission seal on a 1996 Cherokee Sport. I have removed the drive ...
A: Pete, First of all, I believe that you are working on the transfer case, unless you have a 2 wheel ...
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| suspensions | 4/29/2004 |
Q: I am going to change out the stock axles on my 1978 CJ5 to Dana 44s front and rear. I'm trying to ...
A: Jim, Jim, As this is a controversial issue, since many drivers do not like the spring over, I am ...
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| lower transmission line removal at radiator | 4/27/2004 |
Q: when i got ready to remoove my radiator i discovered the top tranny line was threaded and the lower ...
A: Ernie, Some of these lines require a special tool for removal, and installation. I would suggest ...
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| Wrangler 1999, Sahara | 4/26/2004 |
Q: Carl, I own a 1999 TJ Sahara, the d-35 in the rear failed, spider gears broke and that took a hunk ...
A: Bill, If you plan on doing any hard core off roading, the dana-44 would be much better than the ...
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| alternator noise | 4/26/2004 |
Q: I have a 1995 jeep wrangler 6 cylinder with 50K miles. The other day i noticed that everytime i ...
A: Dino, This could still be the serpentine belt. They do tend to squeal if they are not tight ...
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| Torx screw | 4/25/2004 |
Q: How do I remove a torx screw from the exterior of my Jeep that has a stripped head? The screw head ...
A: Joe, You can check with Sears, as they have screw removers for this type of problem. I have a set ...
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| axle info | 4/25/2004 |
Q: i have a 78 cj-5 and it has what looks to be a dana 44 in the rear. the only number is c- 32055 in ...
A: Major, This sounds like it may be a casting number. The stock rear differential for your year CJ, ...
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| 1968 | 4/24/2004 |
Q: I know this isn't your field but i'm haveing trouble getting my grandfathers 1968 cj started.I get ...
A: Wayne, Since you have flames shooting out the carb, you know that you must be getting spark. Make ...
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| jeep repair | 4/23/2004 |
Q: I've got a 98 Jeep grand cherokee ltd. It's got 67,000 miles on it. I just took it in for it's first ...
A: Seth, Sounds like you went to a Jeep Dealer. I would take the Jeep to a different reputable shop ...
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| Bad Rear Diferental Bearing | 4/22/2004 |
Q: I just learned that the whining noise [which started a week ago] from my well maintained 1993 Grand ...
A: Kevin, This sounds a bit high. I would estimate the cost to be $600 or less. For $950, you should ...
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| rear retainer bar | 4/22/2004 |
Q: I bent the rear bow that goes over the rear window on my Jeep Wrangler 2002, is there a way to fix ...
A: Gin, This depends on how bad the bend is, and if it is a smooth bend without any kinks. I would ...
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| 98 Jeep GC: Vibration at certain speed | 4/20/2004 |
Q: I own a 98 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo (6 cyl.) with 68500 miles on the odometer. In the speed range ...
A: Christopher, I would still suspect a tire problem. See if you can find a shop that does wheel ...
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| 1985 Jeep Cherokee | 4/18/2004 |
Q: I need to know the torque specifications for the flexplate of a 1985 2.8 v6 4x4 automatic Jeep ...
A: Tish, As I don't keep manuals on all Jeep models, I would suggest that you purchase a repair manual ...
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| fuel delivery | 4/18/2004 |
Q: my jeep cheeroke 1990 will run for about 5 min. and then just die. Has good spark but when I check ...
A: Richard, Sounds like an electrical problem, and loses spark after it warms up. I would try to ...
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| serpentine belt configuration | 4/17/2004 |
Q: need to know serpentine belt configuration, in the process of replacing water pump on a 96 jeep ...
A: Betty Ann, If this isn't shown on a diagram under the hood (sometimes on a paper fastened to the ...
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| overheating | 4/17/2004 |
Q: My 2000 GC Jeep, 6 cyl seems to be running hot. The temperature gauge needle sets on the upper end ...
A: Mike, This could, very well be a thermostat gone bad. The normal operating temperature on the ...
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| fuel filter | 4/16/2004 |
Q: i would like to know where the fuel filter is located in a 1997 jeep grand cherokee laredo
A: Bonnie, It should be fastened to the frame, in the fuel line running from the tank to the engine. ...
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| Jeep Cherokee Sport Steering Stabilizer | 4/15/2004 |
Q: I just had my 2000 Cherokee Sport inspected. The steering stabilizer is leaking fluid and should be ...
A: Robert Boy, they must be charging plenty for labor. I haven't replaced one on that model, but have ...
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| Jeep Repair | 4/15/2004 |
Q: I've recently backed my 1995 jeep into a tree, the left rear break light is cracked and the back ...
A: Michelle, This depends on where you order the parts from. I would suggest that you purchase a 4x4 ...
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| oil pressure | 4/14/2004 |
Q: I have a 1997 Jeep Wrngler 6 cyl. I was driving today and the check gauge light came on. I noticed ...
A: Joe, I really suspect that you have broken a wire, or have a faulty oil pressure sending unit, or ...
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| suspension knock | 4/14/2004 |
Q: I have a knock and noise when I am driving slow and turning coming from my front end. I have ...
A: Brian, Wow, you have covered everything that I would have suggested. It is possible that the ...
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| removing a water pump | 4/13/2004 |
Q: I have a 94 Jeep Grand Cherekee. I need to know what tools I need to use to remove the fan?(which is ...
A: JOHN SMITH The easiest way to check this out, would be to go to your local auto parts store, and ...
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| Siezed engine | 4/13/2004 |
Q: I own an inline 6,'92 Jeep Wrangler. I recently ran it through about four feet of water, killing the ...
A: One thing that I should have mentioned, is that when you submerge like that, you need to check all ...
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| Wheel offset and backspacing | 4/12/2004 |
Q: I am looking at getting some new wheels for my 95 cherokee sport and right now it has the factory ...
A: Casey, A normal back spacing for non-factory rims is 4". An 8" wide rim will be more than enough ...
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| CD Player | 4/10/2004 |
Q: I got the speakers hooked up, now I'm putting in a CD Player and I can't figure out where the hot ...
A: Nick, You should hook up the positive wire to the acc (accessory) side of the ignition switch. ...
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| Jeep Speakers | 4/9/2004 |
Q: I need to know how to reach the front speakers in order to replace them. It is a 1989 Jeep Wrangler. ...
A: Nick, You should be able to reach them from under the dash. This can be a little akward, but can be ...
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| Clutch assembly | 4/8/2004 |
Q: Carl I'm sorry if this isn't in the specified field, but if you've got the time I'm willing to ...
A: Jim, Are you saying that the clutch is slipping, and not engaging, or is it hanging up. If it ...
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| Thumping sound | 4/5/2004 |
Q: When i turn there is a thumping sound coming from underneath the car, what could that be and how ...
A: Katrina, It sounds like you have some worn out suspension components. This can vary from shocks, ...
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| Thumping sound | 4/5/2004 |
Q: When i turn there is a thumping sound coming from underneath the car, what could that be and how ...
A: Katrina, It sounds like you have some worn out suspension components. This can vary from shocks, ...
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| Leaf Springs | 4/2/2004 |
Q: I am looking at buying a super cheap Cherokee for the sole purpose of going offroad for next to ...
A: Brett, First of all, you can measure the CJ7 springs, and see if they match up with the Cherokee's ...
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| Steering Stiffness | 4/2/2004 |
Q: I have a 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee that I lifted 2.5" and put 32" BFG's on. Lately I have had ...
A: Adam, Without looking at the Jeep, I would guess that you have a power steering pump going out. ...
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| squeaking noise | 4/1/2004 |
Q: when I get in and out of the front seat of my 2002 Jeep Liberty the car makes a loud squeaking ...
A: Kate, First, you need to find out where the squeak is coming from. Is it the seat, or the ...
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| Jeep Wrangler Fog Lights | 3/31/2004 |
Q: Could you please send me a link or photo of some sort, (wiring diagram), or even instructions for ...
A: Jeff, The easiest way to check this out, would be to go to your local auto parts store, and ...
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