| Subject | Date Asked |
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| 2000 Explorer V8 | 11/17/2009 |
Q: I recently had my truck in for a recall and asked them to check for a coolant leak that I could ...
A: Change any bad hoses,seals,belts,clamps and anything else you see corroded or worn.You will need to ...
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| 1987 cressida | 11/16/2009 |
Q: I have a 87 cressida with 201,000 miles on it . Starting in cold weather is tough. The problem is ...
A: Service and maintenance could be a factor also the catalytic converter could be worn out.With the ...
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| 1994 4r70w question | 11/16/2009 |
Q: i have a 1994 ford f150 4x4 with a 4r70w auto tranny i am going to put a used tranny in it will ...
A: This truck has a vin # and the only transmissions that will fit will have to be the same matching ...
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| 1999 Ford Windstar side window | 11/14/2009 |
Q: I need help identifying the name of a part. I have a 99 Ford Windstar and on the back side window ...
A: The window components are,the glass,the runners,rubbers,window mechanism which should include all ...
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| oil leak | 11/12/2009 |
Q: I have a BMW 323i 1999, and for 3 weeks I've been hunting down a oil leak that I can't find. I've ...
A: By left side i take it you mean the passenger side?.This would be the usual place as the oil ...
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| ford pickup | 11/10/2009 |
Q: i have questions on 2 differnt trucks, both 1994, the first one is a gas that when it is cold the ...
A: The voltage source will be from the pcm.I would test the vacuum with a gauge before you buy anymore ...
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| ford cougar sw MY 99 | 11/9/2009 |
Q: I have a ford cougar when i use the aircondition it get overheated, and when i stop the car after ...
A: It could be the fan switch or it may be the cooling system needs more work.Depending on the ...
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| standard transmission-mazda 626 | 11/6/2009 |
Q: my son has a used mazda 626, recently he took a trip and before he came back, his clutch had lost ...
A: The clutch itself is ok,its the slave/master cylinder you need to replace.One or both are losing the ...
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| Sticky Shifter button on Shifting Lever for 1995 Saturn | 11/4/2009 |
Q: 1995 Saturn SL1. The side button on my shifter lever for the automatic transmission is often hard ...
A: A lot of cars are electronically controlled by solenoid and these can stick.There are some that have ...
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| engine checklight on V6 camry | 11/4/2009 |
Q: the check engine light comes on my 1996 V6 camry. i have done a diagnostics by bridging Te1 and E1 ...
A: This car should be obd2 but anyway if you managed to get the code.The knock sensor is on the ...
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| fuse location/name | 10/29/2009 |
Q: I have a 2003 honda civic ex and the clutch on the a/c will not engage when the a/c is turned on... ...
A: Fuse will be in the fuse box and the cover usually says which it is.Did you look at all the ...
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| fuel pressure ford contour 2000 | 10/27/2009 |
Q: My problem is this - When I start the car with a fuel pressure gauge attached at the fuel rail I get ...
A: The evap system returns unused fuel to the tank.This is a sealed system and may be blocked.There are ...
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| 1997 subaru outback | 10/27/2009 |
Q: k so I have two 97 subaru outbacks. one white and one blue. I drove the white one and the engine ...
A: Does the engine even turn over in the second car?Im thinking this is in the wiring in the white ...
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| Timing belt | 10/25/2009 |
Q: 2004 honda odyessy 96k. Runs fine except one instant while stopped at lite, engine became loud, ...
A: The engine will not tell you when it is time to change the belt,unless it breaks then you will ...
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| Brake Pads | 10/23/2009 |
Q: This morning the light came on for brake pads on my 2002 Z3 3.0.1 roadster. Does that mean for front ...
A: You can shop around for pads and sensors then take them to the shop of your choice.The time for this ...
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| Brake Pads | 10/22/2009 |
Q: This morning the light came on for brake pads on my 2002 Z3 3.0.1 roadster. Does that mean for front ...
A: The pads could be worn either front or rear as this car has sensors on both axles.You will need to ...
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| 2007 Suzuki Grand Vetara Breaks | 10/20/2009 |
Q: I was changing the fron break pads and rotors tonight. First side went great no issues. When I ...
A: Rarely on a 2007 would you have a bad caliper.Try putting the old pad in the caliper so it is being ...
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| Fuse? | 10/17/2009 |
Q: Last week, My 2002 Saturn SC2 (3 dr coupe) had several problems ALL appear AT ONCE. I'm already ...
A: Your handbook will list all the fuses you need to check.The key will be on the covers.From what you ...
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| fuel issues | 10/16/2009 |
Q: 1997 gmc sierra truck runs fine but recently if it sits for a couple days it takes a lot of ...
A: Could be a sign of the fuel pump on its way out.Change the fuel filter and have the engine tuned ...
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| heater blows cool air | 10/14/2009 |
Q: I have a 2007 Ford Taurus. The heater blows cool air. Airconditioning blows cooler air. There have ...
A: Are the hoses to the heater at the firewall getting hot?If so,the problem could be the valve for the ...
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| ford injector | 10/13/2009 |
Q: I have a 1994 Ford Mustang,3.8 liter, in my shop. Came in with a code of number 6 cylinder misfire. ...
A: So the injector was switched to no effect and that would mean the pulse is constant to #6 injector.I ...
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| 1990 Ford F350 steering | 10/13/2009 |
Q: My ford f350 has sudenly become dificult to steer to the right? I can still drive the truck but it ...
A: Possibly the steering box is on its way out.Look also at the steering components,tie rod ends,inner ...
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| ford injector | 10/13/2009 |
Q: I have a 1994 Ford Mustang,3.8 liter, in my shop. Came in with a code of number 6 cylinder misfire. ...
A: Did you do a compression check on #6 cylinder?A fouled plug would not be lack of fuel but more like ...
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| Convertible Top Removal | 10/12/2009 |
Q: Can you tell me how to remove the entire convertible top in one piece on a 1985 Toyota Celica GTS ...
A: Make sure you get all the wiring for the hydraulic unit which goes in the trunk.Get the unit also if ...
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| 94 s-10 blazer 2 wheel drive 4.3 vortec CPI | 10/12/2009 |
Q: i have replaced the fuel pump,fuel filter, injectors, ingntion switch, fuel relay. i dont know what ...
A: Test the fuel pressure when you crank it.If its good then the injection relay is possibly bad.Did ...
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| Starting 1997 Ford Taurus | 10/11/2009 |
Q: I just bought a 1997 Ford Taurus with 126,000 miles. It runs well though there is a slight studder ...
A: You could look at the plugs and also clean the MAF sensor,thats the large sensor between the intake ...
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| crankshaft/camshaft sensors | 10/10/2009 |
Q: The check engine light came on in my 2004 Nissan Sentra SE-R and the code indicated that the sensors ...
A: You could check with the dealer for any recalls but do not hold out any hope of Nissan giving any ...
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| 1994 toyota camry 2.2 | 10/9/2009 |
Q: car ran but rough checked and found timing was erratic replaced distributor(reman complete) and the ...
A: Very rare for the pcm to go out on this car.If you have spark and good compression and fuel,the ...
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| 87 Nissan Sentra, open loop ecm. | 10/7/2009 |
Q: Just swapped E16I engine with same engine and year, but had 3 wire O2 sensor. ECM Mode 1 shows no ...
A: Closed loop is when the engine is at normal operating temp,open loop is when the car is cold.The ecm ...
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| Toyota vibration | 10/6/2009 |
Q: My 99 Corolla has a vibration similar to an unbalanced tire at 59mph up to 74. Last year I replaced ...
A: Possible causes of wheel wobble are bearings,inner tie rods worn,struts,tires,outer tie rods worn.To ...
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| 1994 Camry 7 obd codes+possible vac leak | 10/5/2009 |
Q: I had my engine light checked at autzaone and it said Cylinders 1-6 missfire, Too Lean. Now theres ...
A: The lean mix is probably because of a major air leak into the manifold.You will need to do a vacuum ...
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| 87 Nissan Sentra, open loop ecm. | 10/5/2009 |
Q: Just swapped E16I engine with same engine and year, but had 3 wire O2 sensor. ECM Mode 1 shows no ...
A: The o2 senors would not be different as they are on the exhaust.They were on your original exhaust ...
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| Pontiac Grand Prix 3.1 V6 Dies when comes to a stop | 10/5/2009 |
Q: I own a 93 pontiac grand prix 3.1 V6 Automatic. I took the car for a 40 km drive today and i noticed ...
A: EGR failure is one option.A blocked egr or plugs,more options are,wires,ignition,fuel flow,air leak ...
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| 1994 Camry 7 obd codes+possible vac leak | 10/4/2009 |
Q: I had my engine light checked at autzaone and it said Cylinders 1-6 missfire, Too Lean. Now theres ...
A: You can use any electrical parts from other cars.As long as they are the same model,year,engine.This ...
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| oxygen sensor | 10/4/2009 |
Q: I'm trying to change the oxygen sensor on my 1989 sierra pickup(305 engine)as the local mechanic ...
A: The sensors are extremley tight as it has been subjected to extreme heat.You will need to use vice ...
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| 92 ford explorer won't start | 10/3/2009 |
Q: I have an 92 automatic Ford explorer that won't start. It appears that the gas has been taken out of ...
A: The two things you need to check are fuel pressure and ignition spark.The fuel pressure must be ...
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| 1994 Camry 7 obd codes+possible vac leak | 10/3/2009 |
Q: I had my engine light checked at autzaone and it said Cylinders 1-6 missfire, Too Lean. Now theres ...
A: Explain "sub"?You cannot substitute parts from other engines as they will not work.The engine and ...
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| 1997 nissan sentra will not start | 9/30/2009 |
Q: Starter was tested battery is good. When ignition is turned on lights come on but I don't even hear ...
A: If the battery has been disconnected,the disable circuit or alarm may be activated.There will be an ...
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| 1999 honda civic car dying while driving srs light now on | 9/29/2009 |
Q: for the last several months my 1999 honda civic has been dying while I am driving down the road ...
A: Have you had anyone look at this?It doesnt really tell me what the problem is because i need to know ...
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| Hyndai accent that won't start when the engine is warm. | 9/28/2009 |
Q: I have a 2004 Hyundai Accent which I have trouble starting when the engine is warm. First thing in ...
A: Do you have a check engine light coming on?This could be the purge solenoid valve for the evap ...
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| No start | 9/27/2009 |
Q: 1991 toy camry 2.0 My car was running good. Had oil leaks. I changed valve cover gasket and dist o ...
A: Check first for spark.Remove one plug and insert in the plug wire then earth it to the head and ...
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| 1991 Toyota Pickup radio harness | 9/20/2009 |
Q: Not many of the colors going into the harness match that of a Kenwood deck. Is it because of the age ...
A: The original radio in the truck should have a diagram printed on the cover somewhere.Any radio shop ...
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| cruise control | 9/17/2009 |
Q: The cruise control on my 1990 Taurus has stopped working. I'd like to see if I can clean contacts or ...
A: Its a bit more complex than that.You have on the cruise control,relay,fuse,cable,modulator,throttle ...
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| engine coolant leak | 9/17/2009 |
Q: I have 1989 Ford Lincoln town car. My is engine 5.0l. Engine coolant is leaking from behind the ...
A: Possibly a core plug is leaking.Thats also known as a freeze plug.They are put in the engine block ...
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| 93' lexus es300 cam timing | 9/16/2009 |
Q: Sean, Aloha! My 93' es300 blew the head gasket and after I got the heads back from the machine shop ...
A: Number 1 cylinder is at the back of the engine,drivers side right rear maybe thats why it will not ...
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| Montero Sport smoking tailpipe | 9/14/2009 |
Q: I have a 2002 Mitsubishi. Montero Sport that I bought in March of 09. I haven't really had any ...
A: Possible leak at the intake manifold will cause white smoke and sputtering.White smoke would mean ...
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| my 1995 acura integra chokes | 9/12/2009 |
Q: when i press the accelerator on my manual 95 acura integra all the way down for some reason at ...
A: That would be close to maximum rpms,possibly a small hesitation may be caused by clogged fuel filter ...
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| noise | 9/9/2009 |
Q: I have a 2007 Nissan Frontier Nismo with a V6. While the engine is running at all speed I have a ...
A: Are you sure it isnt a pulley?Most timing chains are lifetime of the car and never give trouble.Its ...
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| 96 saturn no stsrt, no crank | 9/7/2009 |
Q: 1996 saturn 12 volts to starter and 11.45 volts when key turned to start position, but starter won't ...
A: Get a remote starter wire and hook it direct from the battery.Press start on the trigger and see if ...
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| dodge question | 9/6/2009 |
Q: what will a blown intake gasket do to my 1994 dodge ram it idles rough and loses power about halve ...
A: It may be a vacuum leak or blown intake gasket, but i would look at other possibilities such as egr ...
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| ignition distributor | 9/5/2009 |
Q: We are having a problem with our s-10 chevy blazer. It is stalling out. We replaced the ignition ...
A: If you push the gas pedal does the engine still run?If the ignition module/distributor fails,the car ...
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| Instrument cluster not working | 9/4/2009 |
Q: My 1997 Plymouth voyager's Instrument cluster (Temp Gauge, Speedometer & Fuel Gauge) is not working ...
A: Sounds like bad connection to the dash panel.Its still going to need diagnosing regardless of what ...
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| bleeding cooling system in | 9/2/2009 |
Q: just rebuilt my 1.8 Integra R engine,filled the cooling system,ran the car,then topped it up with ...
A: If your fan is not coming on,it may be the sensor is bad so make sure it is connected.Its also known ...
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| 1999 Taurus Boil Over | 8/31/2009 |
Q: I have a 1999 Ford Taurus with a boil over problem. I change the expansion tank and cap (twice) not ...
A: It sounds like you have a leak at the head gasket.It is most likely blown across the water ...
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| PLUGGED FUEL FILTER?? | 8/27/2009 |
Q: Sean,I read your expertise and i think this may not be to far out of your range.Sean,about a month ...
A: If the car sat that long,the fuel should have been replaced.The filter will need changed and most ...
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| 2002 325i Blower Regulator | 8/27/2009 |
Q: How do I replace this part? Thanks!!
A: The blower is behind the ashtray.Below the radio and in front of the gearshift.Remove the panel/s ...
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| 2002 Mini Rev Counter | 8/26/2009 |
Q: About a year ago the tachometer/rev counter in my 2002 Mini Cooper stopped working. I took it to a ...
A: The car will run fine without a rev counter, but if the smog shop says you need it then thats ...
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| piston,pin &rings | 8/23/2009 |
Q: i have a 2001 4.6 romeo engine that lost compression in the #4 cyl( the piston is cracked)., i ...
A: Your problem is why the piston cracked in the first place.Any junk yard will not sell one piston as ...
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| 1997 Geo Tracker Brake bleeding | 8/23/2009 |
Q: I just replaced the driver's front caliper and can not get much brake pedal again. I have bleed the ...
A: You should not have had to do all this if you crimped the flex hose before removing the ...
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| Overheating problem | 8/21/2009 |
Q: My 2000 Mercury Cougar is overheating. I took it to the a mechanic and they replaced the radiator ...
A: It may be the head gasket but ask how they determined this.Did they do a leak down test or are they ...
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| My mini cooper (N reg 1995) electric fan won't kick in | 8/18/2009 |
Q: I have an N reg mini cooper who’s been playing up a tad. Whomever owned it before me did not put any ...
A: Could be the sender or fan itself.Test the fans before buying anything.Flush radiator also and the ...
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| 1998 Ford Escort - Whine | 8/16/2009 |
Q: Single mom here wondering: 1) if a whine from the engine area when the a/c is turned on and ...
A: The average life on your car depends on the maintenance.On most Fords i would expect the engine to ...
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| Nissan Altima wont run under 2000 RPM | 8/9/2009 |
Q: 94 Nissan Altima 220,000 miles. Wouldn't start one morning. Did compression test (on cold engine) ...
A: Poor idle can be the IAC,but this is more like a fuel problem.Did you check the pressure ...
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| bmw 316 | 8/9/2009 |
Q: have a 1995 316i lately have replaced filters,ht leads, plugs etc then when your driving loses power ...
A: Possible causes,MAF sensor,vacuum leak,ignition module which would cause a misfire,TPS sensor,cam ...
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| ford cooling system problems | 8/6/2009 |
Q: i have a 1969 351 windsor and its a new engine. it idles with no problems but as soon as you go to ...
A: Yes,you could remove the thermostat as this engine is not computerized and the only thing will be ...
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| Craked brake pads | 8/5/2009 |
Q: I was recently told that my Ford Freestar has heat craked rear brakes. Will it still be safe to ...
A: Cracked brake linings are due to overheating the brakes.Either too much load such as a truck or ...
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| 94 Toyota Celica A/C Recharge | 8/5/2009 |
Q: I bought a A/C recharge kit from the auto parts store, and Im trying to recharge my 1994 Toyota ...
A: If you are sure you have the high side(red cap marked H),look at the passenger side near the ...
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| 1999 Acura TL | 8/4/2009 |
Q: My TL is experiencing random misses on all cylinders. It has been suggested to me that I replace ...
A: Misfires can be caused by many things.If the cam sensor has a problem,the check engine light will ...
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| Vapor Lock??? | 8/4/2009 |
Q: I own a '98 5.4L Chevy 1500. I had the fuel pump replaced about a year ago. I'm not sure if this ...
A: With the chevy trucks it is possible.It depends on the type of pump which was installed.I have heard ...
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| 2001 Plymouth Neon | 8/2/2009 |
Q: When the neon starts while its still in park it revs up and does not stop. How can I fix this ...
A: This sounds like a major vacuum leak at the intake manifold.Check all vacuum hoses are connected and ...
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| 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue | 8/1/2009 |
Q: Overheating: checked fuses, replaced relays,& replaced water pump. After all that, still ...
A: The overheating is down to the fans not working.I assumed you tested the fans ,thats the first thing ...
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| jaguar xj-6 fuel smell | 7/30/2009 |
Q: I recently bought a 1987 xj-6 that had been setting out for 9 months with a bad fuel pump. I ...
A: If this has 2 filler caps,theres a good chance one of the vent tubes is broken or cracked.Im afraid ...
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| 2005 Mustang GT Throttle Body Issue | 7/28/2009 |
Q: I get an error light and engine goes into "Failsafe Mode". Sometimes this happens and I get no ...
A: They are talking nonsense,you dont need a new throttle body.The tps is simple to replace but needs ...
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| Rough idle on 1990 Toyota Pickup | 7/24/2009 |
Q: I have a 1990 Toyota pickup V6 3vze. When I start it it idles very rough, then dies after about 10 ...
A: This is a problem,i cannot advise you further as someone else has worked on this and i do not know ...
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| Rough idle on 1990 Toyota Pickup | 7/24/2009 |
Q: I have a 1990 Toyota pickup V6 3vze. When I start it it idles very rough, then dies after about 10 ...
A: Oil in the cleaner is possible valve stem oil seals or worn rings.There is no certain way to test ...
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| Rough idle on 1990 Toyota Pickup | 7/22/2009 |
Q: I have a 1990 Toyota pickup V6 3vze. When I start it it idles very rough, then dies after about 10 ...
A: Have you done a compression test?Low compression and worn valves will cause rough idle.Other causes ...
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| AIR BAGS | 7/18/2009 |
Q: IN CA CAN I SELL A TRUCK 1999 WITHOUT AIRBAGS TO A PRIVATE PARTY
A: I dont see why not.Problem is,the new owner cannot smog the vehicle until the srs sytem has been ...
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| air conditioning | 7/17/2009 |
Q: I am replacing a leaking condenser on a 2002 Saturn L100. I am taking out the old refrigerant, ...
A: Yes you will need to add the correct amount of oil if the system is empty.Check with your nearest ...
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| noisy humming sound when turn car off due to air shocks | 7/14/2009 |
Q: I had my car repaired yesterday. It is a 2000 Chev Ventura van, and the back shocks had to be ...
A: The best thing to do is go to your local dealer and ask him if it is normal.If it is not,go back to ...
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| isuzu Big Horn "skipping" when cold | 7/14/2009 |
Q: 1 turbo intercooled diesel 284,000km regularly serviced, i have had the car 3 years from 230km. runs ...
A: There is no solution other than stripping the transmission/transfer case.I think you have a problem ...
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| VW Window Problem | 7/13/2009 |
Q: 2000 vw passat window began to roll up (from all the way down) and then about 8 inches up it fell ...
A: The sealer around the sound proof cover will be black and sticky but re -usable.If you are removing ...
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| 1984 Buick Lesabre | 7/10/2009 |
Q: Sean, I have a 1984 Lesabre that was passed down to me from my late dad mint condition but it does ...
A: No,go to one of the online parts stores and they will give you the options as there are many vin ...
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| Changing rear brake pads on 1995 BMW 318is | 7/8/2009 |
Q: Will I need any special tools/equipment for changing the rear pads of a 1995 318is?
A: No special tools, but you might want to use a c clamp to push the caliper pistons back.Use one of ...
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| Power steering | 7/6/2009 |
Q: I have a 2005 Saturn Ion II and sometimes when I am running the car the power steering will randomly ...
A: This car has an electric motor on the steering column so its possibly the motor going out or the ...
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| Clutch plroblem on Rover 45 | 7/5/2009 |
Q: I have a 2001 rover 45 and the clutch is playing up when I push the clutch in the pedal stays on the ...
A: This sounds more like a gearbox problem.I have never seen this happen so,i would try to run through ...
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| mitsubishi diamante engine noise | 7/3/2009 |
Q: What can I do and how easy would it be to take out the lifters and clean them?
A: Camshaft clack is caused by worn cam lobes or a collapsed lifter/s.It is not a matter of cleaning ...
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| 1995 Honda Odyssey Clicking Noise | 6/30/2009 |
Q: When I am driving for about 5 miles, the ABS light comes on suddenly. When it comes on a ticking or ...
A: The SRS light is the airbag system and can only be reset by a shop or qualified mechanic.The ...
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| Battery Install | 6/29/2009 |
Q: I am trying to install a battery in my 2001 Toyota Rav 4. There is a seperate wire with a plug ...
A: When you remove the terminal,you should not have to remove any wires from the starter.Both terminals ...
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| 1995 GEO TRACKER | 6/28/2009 |
Q: I KEEP BLOWING THE FUSE FOR THE FUEL PUMP IN MY 1995 GEO TRACKER. I HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT I HAVE A ...
A: Most likely a short in the pump itself or the relay.Have you checked the relay also?Try changing the ...
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| speedometer/rev counter | 6/27/2009 |
Q: on starting off my speedo and rev counter wont work after a few miles one or the other will work or ...
A: Common fault with this car.The dash can be repaired and i have had to send clocks away to a shop in ...
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| Electrical probs | 6/25/2009 |
Q: My 2001 Saturn LS series has lost power to the locks,dome light,gas and temp. gauge, the ac does not ...
A: Did you check the relay for the door locks?This is a problem which might end up being a major fault ...
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| 93 Ford Explorer won't start | 6/25/2009 |
Q: only clicks when key is turned. relaced solenoid, starter relay. Had battery and starter tested, ...
A: Does the engine turn over if you turn the crankshaft?Place a socket on the big crankshaft nut and ...
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| BMW pusher fan motor stopped working | 6/23/2009 |
Q: My BMW 1997 740IL, the pusher fan is not working, it worked when it was hooked up outside the car. ...
A: As i have already said,the fan will not work if the a/c system is not working and as you tell me it ...
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| 94 325i bmw fuel filter location | 6/19/2009 |
Q: and are there any special tools needed to complete the job - thanks steve
A: This filter is under the car towards the rear of the drivers seat.Release the fuel pressure before ...
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| Eclipse Engine | 6/18/2009 |
Q: I have a 98 Mitsubishi Eclipse GST 5sp. The problem I am having is when I first start the car the ...
A: This is a complex problem and could be many things.The EGR,mass air flow,vacuum leak,fuel ...
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| mini cooper | 6/17/2009 |
Q: I have a 2002 mini and I can't get it to go into 1st or 2nd I really don't trust car dealers any ...
A: I assume this is the 6 speed getrag gearbox.Basically the box is in need of a rebuild even though ...
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| 98 audi a4 quattro | 6/15/2009 |
Q: hood latch cable broke came completly out i took front grill off to view mechanisism better but ...
A: There is a website called Audi World and it will tell you how to open the hood.It will explain that ...
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| electrical no power | 6/11/2009 |
Q: i have a 2000 chevy S-10 . recently changed starter 3 days later altenator starts acting up . was ...
A: Something is wired incorrectly.Go back over what you did and look at it.This is not the safety ...
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| 2001 Jetta Temp | 6/9/2009 |
Q: . I am in a jam. My 2001 1.8t 65K is not coming up to temp in cool weather, and thus not blowing ...
A: As i said before,the turbo will need serviced and inspected.This is a job for a pro and best to let ...
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| 2000 Jetta v6 GL | 6/8/2009 |
Q: We just bought our daughter a 2000 Jetta, her passenger side window fell down and now will not work, ...
A: No recall on this that i know of and with the year you would be lucky getting any warranty on this ...
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| strut with spring | 6/7/2009 |
Q: 96 camry 4cyl le and 98same Priced strut/spring/top @210 each @ APW Don't really want to mess with ...
A: The strut will come off as one unit complete with spring.If you want to change the shock only,you ...
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| A/C on toyota sienna | 6/3/2009 |
Q: On Sienna 2004 minivan stop working A/C. I did check fuses and presures in system - all OK. Pump ...
A: This system will need to be looked at by a a/c tech.The Walmart gauge is not accurate.It is possibly ...
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| 90 Dodge Dynasty won't start | 6/1/2009 |
Q: My car will not start. I don't get a click when I turn the key and the batter appears fine as lights ...
A: Test the battery for load.The lights may work and the radio but the battery must have at least 12.50 ...
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| 1994 Lexus ES300 Thermostat | 6/1/2009 |
Q: Do you by any chance know where I can locate the thermostat in a 1994 Lexus ES300? My car is ...
A: It is located between the large hose that goes into the engine.The housing will be on the cylinder ...
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| 1994 Dodge Intrepid Battery Cables | 5/26/2009 |
Q: Battery cables disintegrated... How do I replace?
A: Disintegrated?I assume by corrosion and not burnt out.Simply trace the wires to where they connect ...
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| 2003 volkswgn jetta; flooded drivers side; | 5/25/2009 |
Q: 2003 volkswagon jetta retains water on driver's side after it rains. The car has a sunroof that does ...
A: One reason is the sunroof even though it doesnt open.The roof has 2 drains and at the front,small ...
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| 2000 Nissan Frontier Carrier Bearing | 5/21/2009 |
Q: I took my truck in to a local mechanic and they called me back with a repair estimate of almost ...
A: Its not a really good idea to rebuild a d/shaft as they can be bought new or used, a lot ...
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| 2000 Nissan Frontier Carrier Bearing | 5/20/2009 |
Q: I took my truck in to a local mechanic and they called me back with a repair estimate of almost ...
A: The driveshaft is usually cheaper to replace as a unit and if you search online,you will find one ...
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| 98 Camry P0172 and P0125 codes | 5/19/2009 |
Q: A few months ago my 98 V4 Camry starting having the check engine light come on periodically. I when ...
A: I assume you mean a V6?Toyota do not make a V4.The mileage can be a fact.With high mileage it is ...
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| starter too flywheel | 5/14/2009 |
Q: have you ever in 40 years .Heard of a new starter taking the flywheel ,off at the center 1992 ...
A: In short,no.This must be one powerful starter to do this as the flywheel on this car is bolted on ...
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| '85 RX7 intermittent starting | 5/13/2009 |
Q: 1985 RX7 GSL_SE ..Starts most of the time, however 1 out of eight tries will not ignite. Fuel is ...
A: There should be a safety switch but this will not cause the no start problem.Did you do a ...
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| 1995 Lexus SC 400 | 5/13/2009 |
Q: My lexus gets the smell of gas in the driving compartment. I have had the fuel lines checked and ...
A: There are injection seals and fuel line couplings but if you checked them all and they are ok then ...
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| 1992 Q45 infiniti | 5/10/2009 |
Q: i have a 1992 q45 infiniti and my air conditioner don't blow cold air out but the fans work, what do ...
A: The a/c system will need serviced and by the age of your car,most likely a complete overhaul.Most ...
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| 2004 ford crown vic. | 5/6/2009 |
Q: why is my car jeking, has a hard time accelerating, and has a pinging sound to it.
A: Pinking is a problem with your fuel mix/ignition timing and should be repaired as soon as possible ...
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| '96 Land Rover Discovery brake failure | 5/2/2009 |
Q: I have a '96 Land Rover Discovery VIN starting with SALJY1242TA... It has a WABCO ABS system that is ...
A: Did you consider the brake booster?The cycle factor is unusual and i would think this is not ...
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| 1999 ford zx2 taillight | 4/28/2009 |
Q: I'm trying to remove the passenger side tail light assembly. I've removed the two screws according ...
A: I would check inside the trunk to make sure there are no more screws.If the book says it comes off ...
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| air condition | 4/26/2009 |
Q: I have an mazda mpv 2001 the problem I have is with my air condition last year it was very cold can ...
A: The only solution is have the system serviced by a professional a/c technician as you will not be ...
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| steering colum removal | 4/25/2009 |
Q: Question How do you remove the steering wheel off of a 2000 VW Jetta. It is a 5 speed and I need to ...
A: You do know the airbag will need to be removed and if you are not familiar with this procedure i ...
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| timing belt alignment | 4/25/2009 |
Q: have 1998 mazda mpv 3.0 engine changed timing belt without aligning timing marks on crankshaft and ...
A: You will need the manual to see where the timing marks are.The timing marks should have been aligned ...
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| 2002 Jaguar 3.0 S | 4/23/2009 |
Q: Check Engine light came on car, it turns off almost everytime I stop. I have to restart the car. ...
A: This could be a oxygen sensor problem on the intake on bank 1.The sensor controls the intake of fuel ...
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| 2002 camry stalling problem | 4/21/2009 |
Q: My 2002 camry has about 130,000 miles. about 6 months ago it started stalling at stops, when ...
A: Possibly the IAAV valve is sticking.This will not show on the obd.The valve is on the throttle body ...
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| non running mazda 626 v reg | 4/21/2009 |
Q: Hi i dont know if you can help or point me in the right direction but i have a Mazda 626 its a 2000 ...
A: After further investigation into your problem, i discovered these cars are not allowed to have new ...
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| Honda civic 1981 PVC Valve | 4/21/2009 |
Q: Can you tell me where the PVC Valve is? perhaps a description of it so I can find it. It has been ...
A: How many miles are on this car?Did you try a compression test across the cylinders?I think its more ...
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| Engine stops after start | 4/14/2009 |
Q: I have a small car from 2006 (Mini). Recently I have a problem with the engine: It stops immediately ...
A: Other possible faults,blocked fuel filter,low fuel pressure.The engine on this car is somewhat ...
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| 99 ford taurus 3.0 se | 4/7/2009 |
Q: My first question is once a week when I start my car it seem to want to choke off or rough idle and ...
A: The heater problem could be a fault in the hot/cold unit or a stepper motor.Abs sensor or solenoid ...
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| 99 Camry check eng.lt. on codes;p0171 p0401p0446 p1133 | 4/7/2009 |
Q: I/we have a 99 toyota camry that has check engine light on, and sometimes bucks/jerks at steady ...
A: Many problems.the first code po171,lean cylinder bank one,p0401egr fault,po441,evap flow ...
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| 1993 honda civic iac valve error code | 4/6/2009 |
Q: I purchased a used 1993 honda civic that has a rebuilt engine and seemed like a good deal at $1000. ...
A: The sure way to tell for vacuum leak is use a gauge.If there is a leak at the throttle body,replace ...
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| oil light on toyota previa 1996 | 4/4/2009 |
Q: 4 manuel trans i had the oil light come on so i changed the oil pressure switch but it was still on ...
A: Are you driving with the oil light on?Firstly,the oil should be changed every 3000 miles.If the ...
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| 2000 VW Bug | 3/29/2009 |
Q: Our 2000 bug is manual, with 224000+ miles. It's been a great car, but in the last year it's ...
A: There is a module for the central locking and this is possibly faulty.It is somewhere under the dash ...
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| overheating after 15 or so minutes | 3/24/2009 |
Q: i have a 91 240sx automatic,so here is my problem,my car keep on overheating after 15 minutes and ...
A: It depends on how many miles are on the engine and what condition it is in before you overhaul the ...
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| 2000 Maxima - CES light on but no codes | 3/18/2009 |
Q: The CES light is on on my 2000 Maxima. When I check for a code, it shows up as "No Codes". The first ...
A: These are called ghost codes.Check engine on but no codes stored in the PROM.(Memory).It can be a ...
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| Pontiac Sunbird 1994 | 3/18/2009 |
Q: My car is a definite shame. It seems if its not one thing its another. Here are some problems and ...
A: My advice is to sell it.It sounds like this is a money box with no bottom.The first thing would be ...
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| 2003 Mercedes Benz C230 | 3/15/2009 |
Q: I have a C230 Mercedes Benz Kompressor (2003) and it has been acting up as of late. When I have the ...
A: The check engine light is there to help find the fault.You need to read the obd code with a special ...
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| Dropped cylinder? | 3/14/2009 |
Q: I have a 1992 Mazda 323 Astina. It has about 270,000kms, I think it has dropped a cylinder, it idles ...
A: I have never heard of a dropped cylinder.Dropped valve yes, but this sounds more like a ...
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| BMW vehicle Repair Codes | 3/13/2009 |
Q: My engine light is on...Had a scanner check to see if the problem was a loose gas cap...He ...
A: The codes p1188 and p1189 are fuel control for bank no1.The p1250 is a manufacturer code and this ...
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| oil coming out my air filter | 3/12/2009 |
Q: hey,I have a 1996 pontiac sunfire and oil go in my air filter when i drive my car and turn it on ...
A: It would be more economical to get a used motor or another car.Rebuilding the engine with the rings ...
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| bolt broken | 3/7/2009 |
Q: How Do I remove and replace a Broken Bolt from a 1991 honda accord water pump housing, just above ...
A: If you have a stub remaining,there is a tool called an easy out which you can buy at any parts ...
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| poor engine performance only when fuel level is low | 3/6/2009 |
Q: My girlfriend has a 99 Galant. When the fuel level gets down to about 1/4 tank, it begins to run ...
A: When the car starts to do the poor running,scan the code and it will tell you where to look as there ...
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| 1990 Buick Regal 3.1L V-6 (No Spark.) | 3/2/2009 |
Q: My daughter drove the car home one night and it would not start the next day. I checked the fuses ...
A: No,not the pcm,i mean the ignition module which is usually with the coil packs.On most GM cars such ...
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| 1990 Buick Regal 3.1L V-6 (No Spark.) | 3/2/2009 |
Q: My daughter drove the car home one night and it would not start the next day. I checked the fuses ...
A: It will be either the module or the crank sensor.The module is under the coil pack and can be tested ...
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| 78 F-150 lighting problem | 2/28/2009 |
Q: Ok first off all my hazards and blinkers work fine w/o the head lights on when you turn the head ...
A: No it didnt confuse me.It means that there was a previous fault and the person who fixed it took the ...
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| 78 F-150 lighting problem | 2/28/2009 |
Q: Ok first off all my hazards and blinkers work fine w/o the head lights on when you turn the head ...
A: The wiring can be a pain especially if someone has been in there.Best to get a wiring ...
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| Renault Senice head gasket | 2/26/2009 |
Q: my car is over heating all water keeps coming out of the water bottle when i take the cap of when ...
A: If the engine got really hot because of the fan not working then it would blow the gasket.A blown ...
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| BMW repair | 2/23/2009 |
Q: I have a 2000 E46 BMW 318IA with the auto air cond. At times the heater fan intermittently stops and ...
A: It would cost more to fix than buy a used one.I would get a second opinion first as these are ...
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| 96 Avalon side mirror | 2/20/2009 |
Q: Passenger side door mirror and backing knocked out while driving during wind storm. Mirror housing, ...
A: No,these are fitted in the factory and are impossible to remove or refit without breaking the ...
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| condensation in oil | 2/12/2009 |
Q: I drive a 2006 dodge caravan with a 2.4L 4-banger.I recently changed the oil and found a high amount ...
A: White smoke would be coolant and oil burns blue if it does burn it.The fact that the oil is brown or ...
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| condensation in oil | 2/10/2009 |
Q: I drive a 2006 dodge caravan with a 2.4L 4-banger.I recently changed the oil and found a high amount ...
A: Where was the condensation?How many miles are on this engine?Its unlikely the head gasket and also ...
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| Struts or springs | 2/10/2009 |
Q: I have a concern about my cars struts or springs, hopefully you can help me. I have been hearing ...
A: This would depend on how much mileage is on your car.If you have more than 100k,then i would suggest ...
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| 1999 Olds Intrigue Overheating-another question regarding the one that was posted on 1/26 | 2/10/2009 |
Q: My car doesn't technically overheat, it gets up very close to the red. When I am driving on the ...
A: The head gasket is the last resort to fix and it could be the fans are not working.Watch and see ...
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| 1998 nissan sentra | 2/9/2009 |
Q: on a cold morning 8deg. my car stalled and sputtered as if it ran out of gas.both the fuel pump and ...
A: How does it do when it is not cold?Your problem could be fuel pressure.You will need to test the ...
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| 1995 Mazda B4000 losing oil | 2/8/2009 |
Q: This truck has 150, on it. I just had one of the heads replaced, as it was cracked. It has never ...
A: I would agree that the upper rebuild can put pressure on the lower end and its nearly best to ...
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| oil leak | 2/7/2009 |
Q: I am in need of advice. I have a 93 chevy s-10 blazer. 4x4 w/4.3 vortex engine. I have a massive oil ...
A: It really depends on how fast you are losing oil.I mean if it drains the sump in say 1 hour then ...
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| oil leak | 2/6/2009 |
Q: I am in need of advice. I have a 93 chevy s-10 blazer. 4x4 w/4.3 vortex engine. I have a massive oil ...
A: It could be the main crank seal and you have 2 of them,one front and one rear as well as the oil ...
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| Coolant Service Light- 1988 Cadillac Eldorado | 2/5/2009 |
Q: I was driving home and all of a sudden the coolant service light came on. My car didn't overheat, ...
A: Assuming you have plenty of coolant in the radiator, then the sensor may be faulty.Check the ...
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| Audi TT | 2/4/2009 |
Q: Not sure if you can help, but you were the only person it gave me to ask. I have a 02 Audi TT and ...
A: There will be a relay also so you will need to check that.If you can hook up 2 wires from the ...
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| AC Hose Replacement | 2/4/2009 |
Q: I have a 2002 mercury mountaineer and need to replace the ac hose assembly. I was wondering if you ...
A: Unlikely to find any help with a/c as its always a specialist job similar to airbags.It can be ...
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| gmc jimmy 1996 | 2/2/2009 |
Q: my truck got stolen when i got it back the ignition was gone. and i tilted the steering wheel and ...
A: Your best bet would be to rewire the ignition as theres no way to tell what damage has been done by ...
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| Replace cabin filter 2000 lexus es300 | 2/1/2009 |
Q: How to replace cabin filter
A: Remove the floor mats and pull back the carpet at the accelerator pedal and you will see on your ...
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| Toyota Avensis AKA Sienna, Engine removal | 1/31/2009 |
Q: My son has locked up the engine on his Toyota Avensis ( the Australian 4 cyl. equivelant of the US ...
A: Yes,as with many Toyota cars new and some old ones such as the Camry,the engine/gearbox will have to ...
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| 1992 Olds 88 | 1/31/2009 |
Q: Are there settings on the tps and/or how do you test it? ANSWER: The tps can be set but you will ...
A: Code 14 and 21,as you seen will be engine temp too high and tps sensor range also too high.The ...
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| Nissan 180sx | 1/29/2009 |
Q: I recently imported a Nissan 180sx from Japan. Unfortunately since I got it, over two months ago, I ...
A: That sounds like the fuel pressure regulator.Look at it and see if there is fuel leaking into the ...
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| Nissan 180sx | 1/28/2009 |
Q: I recently imported a Nissan 180sx from Japan. Unfortunately since I got it, over two months ago, I ...
A: How do you know its running rich?Is the check engine light on?I assume you have did the usual tune ...
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| My car is overheating | 1/26/2009 |
Q: Hey I have a 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue and it keeps overheating and if you turn the heater on thats ...
A: Look at the thermostat and see if it has a screw on top or near the main hose.A bleed screw will ...
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| My car is overheating | 1/25/2009 |
Q: Hey I have a 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue and it keeps overheating and if you turn the heater on thats ...
A: Does this car have to be bled?Some olds are different from others.If there is air in the system then ...
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| water coming in on the floor | 1/21/2009 |
Q: i have a 2000 buick regal.for the past few months we've noticed water on the floor of the front seat ...
A: Possibly a leak at the windshield.As i am from Ireland,we get a lot of wet weather and have sealed ...
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| cold weather raw gas fumes in cabin | 1/20/2009 |
Q: respond. 2003 honda pilot EX with 84K miles. I live in SF Bay Area. Problem: Off and on raw gas ...
A: Yes,any leak at the evap system will cause fumes in the cabin as the evap lines run all the way ...
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| 97 Honda Civic Rough Idle | 1/18/2009 |
Q: I have a 97 Honda Civic Ex. My engine light has come on 4 times in the past year and a half. Each ...
A: Possibly the distributor is bad causing the misfire.I know its hard to find these intermittent ...
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| subaru outback clutch problems | 1/16/2009 |
Q: I HAVE A 1997 (MFG. DATE 11/96=EARLY 1997). THE CLUTCH IS NOT FULLY RELEASING WHEN I TRY TO PUT IT ...
A: If the hydraulic pressure is ok and you still have no clutch, then the clutch itself needs ...
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| BMW Persistent Camshaft Sensor Error | 1/13/2009 |
Q: I have a 1997 328i with a 140k miles which recently gave me a camshaft sensor error. I replaced it ...
A: This was a problem with these models and the codes.Persistent faults such as brake light ...
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| Instrument Cluster does not work ,Help needed so my gradson can use this car to start collage | 1/12/2009 |
Q: Need Help! Grandson needs car to start college this month and I want to give him this car. It is a ...
A: You will need to read the codes to find out what is making the check engine light come on.Then you ...
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| Instrument Cluster does not work ,Help needed so my gradson can use this car to start collage | 1/11/2009 |
Q: Need Help! Grandson needs car to start college this month and I want to give him this car. It is a ...
A: The pcm must have power otherwise the car will not run.Code 03 means nothing as any obd2 engines ...
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| 95 pontiac grand prix 3.1 | 1/9/2009 |
Q: no heat temp gauge fluctuates extreme high to low. i tried to bleed air out of coolant- no coolant ...
A: The problem could be a worn out water pump or blocked system.I would not let the engine run to very ...
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| Mass Air Anemometer | 1/9/2009 |
Q: I have a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart...I have an aftermarket airfilter which is pretty much a ...
A: You mean the air flow meter?Yes it sounds like you have taken water in this sensor and shorted it ...
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| 1992 toyota camry will not turn over | 1/7/2009 |
Q: I have a 1992 camry that starts off and on.Battery does not have any sparks. I cleaned the terminal
A: You need to test the battery with a proper meter to see if it has 12 volts.A good fully charged ...
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| Blazer rough running then no start | 1/5/2009 |
Q: Hoping you can help me on this. I have a 1997 Chevy Blazer 4X4 with a 4.3 in it. A week or so ago I ...
A: You need to find out if it is fuel or ignition.Test fuel pressure with proper pressure tester for ...
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| Subaru Dashboard Light Replacement | 1/2/2009 |
Q: Sean, Happy New Year! 2003 Subaru Baja. The bulb that lights the fuel gauge has gone out. Three ...
A: There are several screws on the face of the clocks.Remove these and lift the clock unit forward to ...
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| brakes | 12/31/2008 |
Q: brake pedal goes to floor when car is not moving when pressure is applied,but when brake pedal is ...
A: Them its obviously something they did or didnt do.I would go back to them.I cannot guess whats wrong ...
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| brakes | 12/31/2008 |
Q: brake pedal goes to floor when car is not moving when pressure is applied,but when brake pedal is ...
A: You have lost hydraulic pressure and you have air in the system.You will need to check the front and ...
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| 2002 Subaru won't start | 12/29/2008 |
Q: My Subaru 2002 Legacy SW won't start. It'll grind and after trying a few times over an hour, it'll ...
A: On this car,as it is a modern complex engine,you will need to determine which is at fault.The ...
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| got a question | 12/29/2008 |
Q: so i put an aftermarket edelbrock carb on my stock ford 460 and now when i put it in gear the car ...
A: I dont see why the engine dies when warm if it runs good when cold.The choke would make it do the ...
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| no spark 90 lumina 2.5 | 12/27/2008 |
Q: i have 90 lumina 2.5 that stared running on 2 cylinders 1&4.removed and replaced crank postion ...
A: Check ignition relay and all fuses.Its nearly always the ignition module that goes bad but if you ...
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| 1987 Crown Vic | 12/26/2008 |
Q: I have an 87 Crown Vic-it was running great until my brother put some fuel injector cleaner in the ...
A: The thing that has happened is the injector cleaner your brother put in may have loosened any rust ...
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| 2001 VW Jetta GLS 1.8L Cooling | 12/26/2008 |
Q: I have a 2001 VW Jetta GLS 1.8L with ~83K miles. Recently I noticed that my temperature guage is ...
A: With the outside temp a lot cooler,the engine will not heat to where it usually does.My own car does ...
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| 1989 Suburban poor running | 12/26/2008 |
Q: 89 suburban 1500 with 350 the RPM will tidal from regular idle speeds to almost dying and sometimes ...
A: The vacuum must be tested with a gauge and the fuel pressure is the same.Its ok to say there seems ...
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| got a question | 12/26/2008 |
Q: so i put an aftermarket edelbrock carb on my stock ford 460 and now when i put it in gear the car ...
A: When the engine is cold,the choke operates increasing the idle.When the engine heats up the choke ...
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| Mercury Grand Marquis - replace spark plugs | 12/25/2008 |
Q: The service manual of my 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis recommends changing the spark plugs at 100,000 ...
A: Autolite and motorcraft are the same thing,both made by Ford.A basic tune up is ...
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| nissan 1992 clutch master cylinder push rod adjust | 12/24/2008 |
Q: On my 1992 nissan truck 2WD should the clutch master cylinder push rod have a few MM of play before ...
A: The adjuster on the master is for free play on the pedal and usually you dont need to adjust it.You ...
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| nissan 1992 clutch master cylinder push rod adjust | 12/24/2008 |
Q: On my 1992 nissan truck 2WD should the clutch master cylinder push rod have a few MM of play before ...
A: You should not need to adjust the rod as it is set in the factory.Why do you want to adjust it?If ...
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| transmission problem | 12/23/2008 |
Q: i am trying to find a ring and pinion gear set for a 1995 nissan maxima i have tried nissan dealer ...
A: If the dealer says no,then i wouldnt know anywhere else.If the factory doesnt supply these parts ...
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| 2000 Eclipse V6 3.0l Strange noise! | 12/23/2008 |
Q: Strange noise while letting off of the clutch and/or pressing on the gas. I know ya don't like ...
A: Possible hub bearing worn.If it is coming from the wheel it can only be one of either,hub ...
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| 1987 Crown Vic | 12/22/2008 |
Q: I have an 87 Crown Vic-it was running great until my brother put some fuel injector cleaner in the ...
A: It will be under the car near the passenger wheel at the rear.It is fairly difficult if you have ...
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| toyota tacoma's blower motor | 12/22/2008 |
Q: where is the ac heater blower motor in a toyota tacoma pre runner 4 cylinder 2.7 pickup truck ...
A: Looks like it is bolted to the heater unit and is held by 3 screws/bolts.I am not sure if it is the ...
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| shop work | 12/21/2008 |
Q: My question is simple. (maybe) I brought my S500 back into shop because it was doing the same thing ...
A: Yet another dealer horror story.One of many i have heard and have had many dealings with these ...
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| L Reg Bmw | 12/20/2008 |
Q: Cheers
A: Its condensation build up.Thats with most high mileage bmws and also volvo have the same thing on ...
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| 92 Toyota Previa | 12/20/2008 |
Q: You can hear the blower fan kick through all of the speeds just like it should, but yet you can't ...
A: There may be some of the vent seals rotted with age or they may have came off the plastic ...
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| 93 ford explorer | 12/20/2008 |
Q: im not exactly car savvy, and im not sure if its the battery itself or the terminal, im just going ...
A: You will not get a shock changing the battery or terminals and many people think this.Its 12 ...
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| I THINK MY FUEL FILTER IS CLOGGED | 12/19/2008 |
Q: My van is running rough and choking to the point that it died in traffic and would'nt start again up ...
A: The fuel filter will be inline under the rear axle on the drivers side.If you look at the fuel lines ...
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| heater control valve | 12/18/2008 |
Q: i have a 98 ford explorer and i cant find the heater control valve i was told it was on the block i ...
A: The heater valve is usually on the firewall.If you follow your heater hoses you will see it.They are ...
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| 1990 Chrysler Issue | 12/18/2008 |
Q: **I have a 1990 Chrysler New Yorker. **6 cylinder **3.3 liter **Fuel Injected I just put in a new ...
A: It would be a good idea to do the usual tune up,wires,plugs,cap ,rotor,filters as it is the ...
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| 1995 Mazda B4000 losing oil | 12/17/2008 |
Q: This truck has 150, on it. I just had one of the heads replaced, as it was cracked. It has never ...
A: Its going somewhere if its using that much.Its either being burned off mixed with the coolant(check ...
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| 84 monte carlo | 12/16/2008 |
Q: why dose my 84 Monte Carlos engine shake a lot in the morning it shakes for a good 10-20 seconds and ...
A: You will still need to run a diagnostic on the engine because parts do not last forever.Any one of a ...
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| 92 Honda Prelude Sir | 12/11/2008 |
Q: my 92 Honda Prelude Sir while im driving i sometimes get the brake light coming up then the ABS ...
A: Have the brake pads looked at and the abs sensors also.With the year of this car its possibly a ...
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| problem starting on a hill | 12/11/2008 |
Q: On two occasions i parked my Audi A4 TDI estate on a hill facing down, and it would not start. when ...
A: Yes i have seen this before with low fuel the feed line is on the lower of the tank but because of ...
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| clutch bleeding | 12/10/2008 |
Q: i need a step by step guide to bleeding my clutch on my 96 eagle talon. The clutch goes all the way ...
A: Have you installed the new master and slave cylinders?If you need pics of these parts,google them or ...
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| 84 monte carlo | 12/9/2008 |
Q: why dose my 84 Monte Carlos engine shake a lot in the morning it shakes for a good 10-20 seconds and ...
A: It could be many things.I dont know how often you service the car so it could be in need of a tune ...
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| Uneven turning | 12/8/2008 |
Q: Good morning I have a 1987 toyota PU 2wd that I had a friend change the tie rods, after which I had ...
A: You will need to start from scratch to fix this.The rack will need to be centered and the steering ...
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| Check engin light | 12/5/2008 |
Q: three years ago I converted my 1994 honda civic from an automatic to a stick shift and ever since ...
A: The terminal for the obd is under the passenger side kick panel.If you remove this panel you will ...
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| 94 geo wipers not working | 12/5/2008 |
Q: why aren't my wipers working for my 94 geo prizm? I'm in cold weather right now, would that have ...
A: They should work hot or cold unless they are stuck to the windshield?If they are simply not ...
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| 1994 Lexus ES300 Timing | 12/4/2008 |
Q: I had to replace the water pump and one cam gear. I marked everything good before tearing down but ...
A: The valve timing is always set at 0 degrees at tdc and both cams on their marks in line with the ...
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| Check engin light | 12/4/2008 |
Q: three years ago I converted my 1994 honda civic from an automatic to a stick shift and ever since ...
A: Have the code read and that will tell you what the problem is.There are many places that will read ...
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| 2004 BMW 325i Power Window | 11/29/2008 |
Q: I have determined that the power window motor has malfunctioned on my 2004 325i front driver side ...
A: You must disconnect the battery and wait 5 minutes for the SRS system to disarm.Then the airbag will ...
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| Starting a 1962 Wolesley Mk1 | 11/28/2008 |
Q: I understand this is a British car and may not be your usual cuppa, but any ideas that can help ...
A: I am familiar with this car and have worked on many of them.First clue is the fuel reservoir under ...
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| brake booster | 11/24/2008 |
Q: I am having a problem with the brakes on a 1995 GM Commodore. The brake pedal intermittently goes ...
A: A faulty booster will not hold the vacuum and is easily tested by driving and applying the brakes ...
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| Starter stuck in Geo Prizm 1994 (manual transmission) | 11/23/2008 |
Q: I was going to run some errands and I started my Geo Prizm as usual (right now it is cold weather ...
A: The starter could jam up again so,remove it and have it tested which is usually free at a good parts ...
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| Alternator Problem | 11/23/2008 |
Q: I've got a 2001 Maxima se(automatic), within the last 3yrs- i've had to change the alternator and ...
A: 4 alternators in 3 years is not good.If i were you i would either get rid of the car or have it ...
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| Ford E-450 Airbag Indicator Light | 11/22/2008 |
Q: I have a motorhome on a 2003 Ford E-450 cutaway van chassis. It was equipped with an Omega GPS 2000 ...
A: If the srs system has been disarmed by a short or finds a fault,the system must be reset by a dealer ...
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| 1999 mercedes C280 | 11/16/2008 |
Q: I took my car to the autozone and had it put on the reader and here is what came up. P0305-PCM ...
A: Yes the 170 code is common for fuel trim failure.Weak or rich mixture will result if the maf is ...
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| 87 honda accord hatchback | 11/15/2008 |
Q: I have 87 honda accord hatchback, brake lights stay on with key removed, fuses under dash ...
A: Replace all the fuses.If you look under the brake pedal,there is a small push button type switch ...
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| 1999 mercedes C280 | 11/11/2008 |
Q: After my car has sat all night and I try to start it in the morning it will start and die right away ...
A: On this model there are many reasons and components that will cause this.I would change the fuel ...
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| 88 NOTCH WONT START @NIGHT | 11/10/2008 |
Q: I HOPE YOU HAVE SOME ADVICE THAT WILL HELP. I'VE GOT AN 88 NOTCHBACK 5.0. IT IS BEING TEMPERMENTAL ...
A: When you turn on the key,the first thing to activate is the fuel circuit and the relay will click.On ...
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| toyota avensis heater blower problem | 11/9/2008 |
Q: I am having a problem with my 98 avensis. when i switch the ignition off, the interior heater ...
A: Sounds like the switch for the blower is faulty.Thats the first thing but with the wiper switch ...
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| 88 NOTCH WONT START @NIGHT | 11/9/2008 |
Q: I HOPE YOU HAVE SOME ADVICE THAT WILL HELP. I'VE GOT AN 88 NOTCHBACK 5.0. IT IS BEING TEMPERMENTAL ...
A: The tps will not cause this.If you are getting a good spark,then its got to be fuel.How about the ...
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| raw gas smell | 11/7/2008 |
Q: Why when i start my 2005 altima v6 in am when cold i smell raw gas thru the ac/heater vents? I have ...
A: Look at the fuel injector rail while the engine is running and see if there is gas leaking around ...
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| O2 SENSOR TOYOTA SIENNA | 11/6/2008 |
Q: I HAVE A CHECK ENGINE CODE THAT WAS TRANSLATED AS BAD O2 SENSOR. SENSOR 1 IN BANK 2. CAN YOU TELL ME ...
A: Sensor one is always the front sensor and sensor two is the rear or after the cat.Bank 1 and 2 tells ...
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| 1987 wiper switch | 11/6/2008 |
Q: 1987 custom deluxe pickup, windshield wiper switch is not working. Will a similiar vehicle ie 87 ...
A: Best way is to take the old one to a junk yard as i wouldnt know offhand.The guys in the yard will ...
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| honda related | 11/4/2008 |
Q: i have a 1992 honda accord with a f22a6 motor manual and it drives wonderfully under normal ...
A: This engine sounds like it has a lot of miles?In the 150k plus region if im right.You need to do a ...
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| 1993 Suzuki Sidekick brake failure | 11/4/2008 |
Q: My 1993 Suzuki Sidekick brake pedal had been creeping to the floor for a few weeks, then abruptly ...
A: Bench bleeding the master is common as i have done so an many units.I dont know how you installed ...
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| coil packs | 11/2/2008 |
Q: my2004 6 cylinder skyline ,after replacing the alternator,has started melting no.6 coil.any ideas ...
A: The alternator circuit and the ignition circuit are 2 different systems altogether so i dont know ...
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| 94 lexus es300 is blowing hot air out of vents periodically without ac\heat on | 11/1/2008 |
Q: my 94 lexus es300 is blowing hot air out of vents periodically without ac\heat on but cooling gauge ...
A: The thermostat is ok if the car is not overheating and the heater is working as it should.Hot air ...
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| 1990 Nissan Engine Swap | 10/31/2008 |
Q: I have a 1990 Nissan D21 Pickup 2wd, and i was wanting to set it up for drifting, i have not yet ...
A: It would be cheaper to buy a car designed for rallying such as a Subaru impreza.The cost of upgrade ...
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| Radiator Temp. gauge rising | 10/30/2008 |
Q: I am not sure if I did some thing wrong but here it is. I was checking the anti-freeze in my Susuki, ...
A: Remove the radiator cap and check the coolant in there as well as the bottle(cold engine).The fact ...
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| 2004 explorer | 10/29/2008 |
Q: my 2004 explorer recently shut off while driving down the road. while coasting down the road i ...
A: If the computer did not store the code why it shut off,then it is impossible to find .I would be ...
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| Floor Heater | 10/24/2008 |
Q: I have a 2002 GMC Envoy and my air-conditioning worked perfectly all summer. Now that it is getting ...
A: Could be a stepper motor ,the climate control unit,or the vents may be stuck with dust.Either way ...
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| saturn horn | 10/23/2008 |
Q: how do you disconnect the horn on a 1999 saturn 4 door? for some reason during the night last night ...
A: The horn has a relay so simply pull it out.If you cannot find it then look under the bumper and ...
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| Missing Fuse Panel in 1990 Toy Corolla | 10/22/2008 |
Q: I just bought a 1990 Toyota Corolla. Inside dash light is out & no tail/back lights. Everything is ...
A: If you dont have a handbook,try a chiltons manual or if you like you could go to a junk yard and get ...
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| 1990 Toyota Truck clutch fluid | 10/22/2008 |
Q: We drove the truck on Monday...no problems @ all. Went out to drive it this morning and the clutch ...
A: Sounds like the slave cylinder is leaking.You will need to replace both master and slave to repair ...
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| Damaged Camshaft | 10/22/2008 |
Q: Several weeks ago I was driving my car around Ireland. Staying overnight at a Dublin Hotel I parked ...
A: A clue here is the fact that it wouldnt start for the recovery people.Im thinking they used easy ...
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| VW Passat '95, charging problem | 10/20/2008 |
Q: I have a 95 VW Passat TDi. Once started it runs ok but the revs stick at 0 and it appears to only ...
A: "Appears" to be charging is guessing.I would get a meter and find exactly what voltage you are ...
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| 2005 VW Passat | 10/20/2008 |
Q: I have a 2005 VW Passat. As I was driving the other day the ABS and ASR lights came on, the cruise ...
A: Possibly a fault in the module for the ASR.Both the ABS and ASR are supposed to work together as ...
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| No spark | 10/20/2008 |
Q: I have a 92 Mitsubishi Eclipse Turbo... It was running perfectly on the freeway when I felt it a ...
A: As this car is a turbo,the fact that smoke came out of the engine is not good.There is a high ...
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| 1996 E350 fuel pump | 10/18/2008 |
Q: I turn the key to the on position and test for power at the pump and come up with nothing. Could ...
A: It could be the relay or wiring/fuse.You may not get power unless you crank the engine as the pump ...
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| 99 dodge stratus | 10/16/2008 |
Q: i have a 99 dodge stratus and when i try and turn either left or right it don't want to turn and it ...
A: Unsafe,it sounds like you have a major leak at the power steering.Either the rack and pinion or one ...
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| Crankshaft Sensor 2005 Hyundai Sonata | 10/16/2008 |
Q: Do you know how to change the Crankshaft sensor on my 2005 Hyundai Sonata? If so, please tell me ...
A: On most of these cars it is right above the crankshaft pulley(thats the big one at the bottom of the ...
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| 1995 mercedes s420 | 10/13/2008 |
Q: My car can not stay above idle and car dies out. Dealer states asr unit as problem? ... Had ...
A: This unit is extremely complex and hard to diagnose.Did your ASR or ESP light come on the dash?If so ...
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| Nissan Truck Suspension | 10/12/2008 |
Q: I have a 97 Nissan ext cab truck. I am the second owner and it now has about 110,000 miles on it. ...
A: There are heavy duty aftermarket shocks and many applications so shop around and find whats best for ...
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| Replace Windshield Washer pump on 92 Accord | 10/9/2008 |
Q: G'day, I need to replace my windshield washer pump on '92 Accord 2 door LX Automatic(130k). Tough ...
A: If you remove the wheel,you will see a plastic inner protector in the wheel well and if you remove ...
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| Engine sputtering and rpm is going up and down | 10/8/2008 |
Q: my mercedes benz c230 kompressor is having difficult problems. When i start the engine it revs up ...
A: First question is did your check engine light come on?If not then its a fuel/air issue.It could be ...
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| starter | 10/7/2008 |
Q: It has been having intermitten problems starting- sometimes it would work and sometimes not. ...
A: I assume when you say it would not start,you mean the engine would not turn over.The solenoid will ...
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| 1995 Toyota Camry - 2ns email | 10/6/2008 |
Q: Radiator replaced twice within 2 years. Got it back after 2nd radiator and new water pump was put in ...
A: All Japanese cars and most modern engines run hot,at almost 90c.Sometimes more so(120c). There is a ...
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| 1993 Nissan Altima Fuses Blowing | 10/1/2008 |
Q: Why does my tail light keep burning out my fuses?
A: Either a short in the wiring or wrong bulbs.There are many different ampage settings for tail ...
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| my rpm | 10/1/2008 |
Q: i have 1995 camry 2.2 aut. transmission my rpm keep going up and down when the car on neutral or ...
A: Idle control solenoid or a leak at the intake gasket.You will need to have the system vacuum checked ...
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| Toyota Camry 88 overdrive concern | 9/29/2008 |
Q: Most of the time when I'm driving my Toyota camry 1988 above 20 or 30 MPH, the overdrive light ...
A: The overdrive has a lot to do with the transmission .The engine should not lose power so i would ...
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| 1999 Grand Am | 9/28/2008 |
Q: I installed a new ignition lock assembly in my car. It turns over fine but won't start. The security ...
A: If you had the battery disconnected then its possible the anti theft system is engaged.You will find ...
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| clutch | 9/27/2008 |
Q: how do u replace a clutch in a 93 probe gt...and can u explain where each certain part will be ...
A: Depending on your knowledge and what tools you have,i would say this is a fairly difficult job even ...
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| 1991 plymouth acclaim v 6 oil filter housing | 9/27/2008 |
Q: I have replaced the oil filter housing on 1991 Plymouth acclaim. I removed the old gasket between ...
A: There is a torque spec but nearly all the engine bolts such as these are light torque between 10-12 ...
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| 99 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 9/26/2008 |
Q: Just curious if this engine is a non-interference engine? ANSWER: Most Mitsubishi engines are ...
A: There is a very slim chance you didnt hit the valves with the pistons.About one in a hundred,not ...
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| 96dodge truck 1500 5.2 | 9/24/2008 |
Q: constance miss or poping until about 40mph then it smooths out and no problem until a re-start
A: Misfires can be caused by many things such as wires,plugs,coil pack,depends on how often you service ...
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| balljoints | 9/23/2008 |
Q: I have a 1988 corolla that needs a right front ball joint. How hard is it to change it. Does it just ...
A: Right front,has upper and lower so you might as well change both at once.Theyre not that expensive ...
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| 2000 bmw 325 ci | 9/22/2008 |
Q: parked car,next morning try to start,nothing happens. starter does not activate,good battery,got ...
A: Another possibility is the neutral safety switch so try to start it in neutral and move the shifter ...
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| fuel flow direction | 9/22/2008 |
Q: 1988 volvo 740. I recently replaced the in tank pump assembly and still have a no start condition. I ...
A: No spark could be the angle sensor.Its unusual for the ecu to go bad on these cars.The angle sensor ...
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| fuel flow direction | 9/20/2008 |
Q: 1988 volvo 740. I recently replaced the in tank pump assembly and still have a no start condition. I ...
A: What is the fuel pressure from the feed hose to the rail?Does this car have 2 pumps or 1.Some models ...
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| 1987 Audi 5000CS Turbo | 9/20/2008 |
Q: I was wondering if you could tell me what weight of motor oil to use and what grade of fuel is ...
A: Depends on the mileage.With high miles i would use Castrol high mileage 20/50.You can use regular ...
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| Heater Core | 9/19/2008 |
Q: I have a 2005 Nissan Frontier LE. The other day I heard what sounded like water running near the ...
A: If the coolant isnt leaking into the cabin,its nothing to worry about.Most cars will gurgle in the ...
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| 2000 Subaru Legacy Outback | 9/18/2008 |
Q: I am having a problem with the drivers side window. I have checked into replacement of the moter and ...
A: The window issue is the switch and not the motor if it goes up and down ok.If you test the motor ...
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| low air flow from 2003 Toyota Corolla AC | 9/18/2008 |
Q: My 2003 Toyota Corolla has low air flow whether through the vents or out the defroster. The ...
A: This would be a major job as all the ducts are under the dash and are not easy to get at.Also you ...
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| Radiator/Coolant pressure problem | 9/17/2008 |
Q: I have an 87 Saab 900-no turbo...Replaced the thermostat, but pressure is still building up in the ...
A: Its the only possible cause as these are the symptoms of a blown head gasket.Air lock will not do ...
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| 1990 Geo metro Sluggish between 1/4 and 3/4 throttle | 9/17/2008 |
Q: I have just purchased a 1990 geo motro the has been parked for the past year. It was parked after ...
A: The bad running and the fact the car sat for a year are a clue.Fuel that sits that long is going to ...
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| 1995 chevy berretta | 9/13/2008 |
Q: my key gets stuck in the ignition when i put the tilt wheel in different postions i just got a new ...
A: There must be a problem with the barrel lock and it may be installed incorrectly.Or,the mechanism ...
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| Reset PGM-Fi light | 9/13/2008 |
Q: I bought a 1987 Honda Accord lxi and have done a lot of work on it. I replaced almost everything ...
A: Which make of sensor did you replace the original one with?Aftermarket will not work on this car and ...
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| 1987 BMW 325is - Problem With Headlights | 9/12/2008 |
Q: I was replacing my headlights this evening and now they don't come on at all. I searched around for ...
A: If its blown,it needs replaced,question is why did it blow?You may have shorted something so you ...
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| 2000 VW Jetta Electrical Problem | 9/11/2008 |
Q: My power windows will not lower or raise, I have no interior lights and the heated mirrors are not ...
A: Sounds like a mountain of problems so,i would take the car back to whoever replaced the engine as i ...
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| 94 Altima Stalling | 9/9/2008 |
Q: When it stalls and I try to turn it back on it just sounds like it ran out of gas. I already checked ...
A: Possible causes of stalling are.MAP sensor,MAF sensor,idle air control solenoid,incorrect fuel ...
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| probe 1996 problems | 9/8/2008 |
Q: i have a ford probe 1996 GT and i having bad problems. the monitor will not reset and can't reset ...
A: The pcm is faulty then,try a different computor.This is a rare thing for the computor to do but not ...
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| Ignition timing on ford Sierra 1990 | 9/7/2008 |
Q: How do i do the ignition timing on my 2.0ltr dohc engine carburettor Ford sierra 1990
A: How do you mean "do"?The valve timing is set by crankshaft and camshaft marks which line up and are ...
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| 1990 corolla dx slow pick up | 9/6/2008 |
Q: I have a 1990 Toyota corolla that from takeoff takes forever to pick up speed. once it gets going ...
A: I assume its automatic.If the transmission isnt slipping in first then it could be engine problems ...
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| Ford Expedition 2000 model XLT | 9/6/2008 |
Q: I seldom use my expedition since I have other cars that is more economical to use. Fact is this ...
A: No compression on #1 can be a sticking valve lifter as these are hydraulic.The oil in the cylinder ...
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| no 4way flashers or turn signals why | 9/4/2008 |
Q: have a 2000 kia sophia 1.8 and the 4way flasher or the turn signals do not work. if it is the hazard ...
A: Unlikey the switch as the turn signals dont work either and theyre on a different circuit.Check the ...
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| jetta tdi | 9/3/2008 |
Q: I own a 2005.5 VW Jetta tdi, the turbo seems slow to kick in. Once it kicks in a puff of black ...
A: The turbo needs serviced and cleaned out.The turbo on this car,and most cars,require regular service ...
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| BMW X3 (2004)- Hard Start | 9/2/2008 |
Q: I have a very peculiar situation. The colder it is, the better the performance. Once going about the ...
A: I assume your warranty is up?The gas smell is bad as its a fire hazard and needs looked at right ...
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| 2003 Hyundai Tiburon Tuscani | 8/31/2008 |
Q: My son bought this car a year ago and the engine makes a ticking noise which seems to come and go ...
A: The ticking noise could be in the drive train,camshaft or valves,really no way to tell but it should ...
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| Mercedes battery failing | 8/26/2008 |
Q: The battery in my 1996 Mercedes C280 used to go dead after a few days. Now it goes dead after less ...
A: Normal drain is approx.02 ohms for most cars,radio,computor,clock etc.You will need to remove every ...
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| heat from center console | 8/24/2008 |
Q: I drive a 1995 Acura Integra GSR, manual transmission. Tonight on the highway I noticed a gentle ...
A: Did you try changing the vent settings?Warm air coming thru the foot well is normal for this time of ...
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| 1997 328 i crank no start | 8/16/2008 |
Q: I have a.m. 328i it will crank in the morning for about 3 tries then will start again after work ...
A: If you had the sensor replaced by a shop,didnt they ask why the 2nd and 3rd went bad?I would think ...
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| 1998 Dodge Caravan Sport Ignition Chime | 8/14/2008 |
Q: Where may i find the chime located in the dash on my Dodge Caravan. It keeps chiming while key is ...
A: Best way is to listen and trace it that way.Its under the dash usually the drivers knee.You need to ...
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| Subaru Forester driver side window won't come up | 8/6/2008 |
Q: I tried to get the door panel off, but it doesn't come out easily. I don't want to force it unless I ...
A: The motor needs replaced and removing the door panel will be easy once you remove all the ...
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| 1995 ford taurus does not start | 8/6/2008 |
Q: I have a 1995 taurus, that started with no problems and was not started for a month or so. Now it ...
A: You need to check for either spark or fuel.Then go from there.There could be any one of many causes ...
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| 1995 grand prix cranks but wont start | 8/3/2008 |
Q: i have a 1995 Grand Prix 3.1L V6. It died the other day while driving, now all it will do is crank ...
A: If it tried to start with the fuel added then its a fuel problem.When you say the fuel pump works,it ...
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| Tail light Fuse | 8/2/2008 |
Q: the tail light fuse on my 2002 nissan xterra keeps blowing.This same fuse runs the parking lights, ...
A: There has to be a short somewhere so you need the wiring diagram.Usual causes are in the trunk as ...
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| ls400 brake lights | 8/2/2008 |
Q: I have a ls 400 and the the third brake light you know the one on the back deck inside the window ? ...
A: Have you tested the bulb holder with a test meter as its the only way to see for sure if you have no ...
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| 2000 Mitsubishi Galant-ES Starting trouble? | 8/1/2008 |
Q: I am facing starting trouble problem with my car 2000 Mitsubishi Galant-ES. If I don't start my car ...
A: If the battery is good,it may be something causing a drain overnight,The usual causes are lights ...
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| engine on its side | 7/31/2008 |
Q: Hey. I have a inline 4 honda engine. Before I even thouhgt of it I turned my engine on its side so ...
A: I dont know why you turned it on its side as all coolant and oil is easily removed with the engine ...
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| hydraulic line leaking at clutch master cylinder | 7/28/2008 |
Q: I have a 93 chevy c1500 pickup and my hydraulic line to clutch master cylinder is leaking where it ...
A: Its best to replace all 3 at the same time,master/slave and hose.Remove all 3 parts and refit new ...
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| Overheating BMW | 7/24/2008 |
Q: I have a BMW 520i (2000). I have noticed that when I am driving for about 1/2 hour or more the ...
A: The gauge will stay in the middle on all BMWs.This is where it should be,normal temp is from 90c to ...
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| Hydraulic line | 7/23/2008 |
Q: Im installing a new clutch in my truck and have ran into a snag. Can you replace the clutch master ...
A: There is a special tool for removing the line its a clutch line coupling tool.If you search around ...
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| 1997 G3500 chevy van | 7/15/2008 |
Q: Can I drain the transmission fluid all the way till its empty and fill it with new fluid? How much ...
A: You can drain %70.The fluid that is in the torque convertor cannot be drained unless you remove ...
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| electrical drain issues | 7/12/2008 |
Q: my car seems to be fine until i start the car the alternator and the battery are both new but when ...
A: If the alternator is not putting out 13 volts or higher then its faulty.Usual drain is .02 which is ...
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| starting problem on 1992 Ford Explorer EB | 7/12/2008 |
Q: There has been a bit of funkiness in the sound of the starting the last month or so. Sometimes did ...
A: If the battery is good and the alternator is good,then the last link is your starter motor.You ...
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| starting problem on 1992 Ford Explorer EB | 7/11/2008 |
Q: There has been a bit of funkiness in the sound of the starting the last month or so. Sometimes did ...
A: The battery sounds like it is done.Take the battery to the parts store and have them do a load ...
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| volksvagen passat | 7/11/2008 |
Q: My passat has a curious problem. The drivers door switches do not work and neither the wingmirrors. ...
A: How did the wires become broken?If all was repaired then look at your fuses.This car has a strange ...
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| 1994 toyota previa will not start | 7/10/2008 |
Q: so IV place a good one in it's place after doing so IV heard the horn "very low sounding, and the ...
A: Its possible your battery is still dead.Did you check to see if the one you put in was fully ...
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| Using high octane gas | 6/29/2008 |
Q: I have a Honds Civic Si and Mercedes Benz C230 sports coupe, both using ONLY high octane. Can a ...
A: Use only whats recommended.What part of the country are you in,here in california the fuel is ...
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| 1985 Ford F350 6.9 diesel | 6/25/2008 |
Q: When I crank it will turn over but it will not start, what do You think is the problem?
A: On this truck there are so many reasons for non start,it would be guessing to say exactly what is ...
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| 1995 Maxima | 6/13/2008 |
Q: Car starts when cool out , but as soon as it gets hot you have to turn the key many times , then she ...
A: Did you check the vacuum hoses for leaks and also the intake boot.You may have a leak on the evap ...
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| 2002 Nissan Altima 2.5 | 6/8/2008 |
Q: Just had hose replaced and system recharged. Compressor works good for 5 min til engine hot. Then ...
A: You need to go back to whoever fitted the hose,it seems like the gas is low.It may be that there is ...
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| Hyundai Coupe front wheel bearing | 6/7/2008 |
Q: How do I replace a front wheel bearing on a 2001 Hyundai Coupe 1.6 please.
A: You must remove the drive shaft and the complete hub.Take it off the car and the new bearing will ...
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| How to add freon to a Mitsubishi Expo 1994 | 6/6/2008 |
Q: I would like to know what kind of freon I need to buy and how to add it. It seems to be low now ...
A: It could be R134A or R12,you need to be sure as the gas will not mix.When you know which,buy the ...
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| Power problem 1987 Honda Accord LXi Hatchback | 6/4/2008 |
Q: This morning I found my car had a dead battery. After I jumped it and drove it around/let it run to ...
A: Have the alternator tested.It should be putting out 14 volts approx if the battery was dead.Also ...
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| 2000 Eclipse GT vacuum noise | 5/26/2008 |
Q: I have a 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT. 3.0 V6. Recently a vacuum ticking noise started coming out of ...
A: If the lifter is worn it will need replaced.As for the vacuum click,the switch is probably a bsv,bi ...
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| 2004 nissan sentra | 5/23/2008 |
Q: I bought a spec-v that was rebuilt by a guy in North Carolina, he told me the car had a small engine ...
A: If you cant access the obd,there is a wiring/ecm problem.I would check all the wiring and possibly ...
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| 2001 HYUNDAY ELANTRA power window switch | 5/20/2008 |
Q: I have a 2001 Hyunday Elantra. My question is how to replace a power window switch on the driver ...
A: You will need to remove the door panel and it should pop off.You will be able to disconnect the plug ...
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| Nissan Maxima '97 -190,000 miles | 5/19/2008 |
Q: I would like to know if a Nissan Maxima with 190,000 miles is a good buy. The person is selling for ...
A: Thats a lot of miles but if the car has been maintained,oil changes and transmission serviced often ...
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| 1954 oldsmobile | 5/18/2008 |
Q: I have a 1954 olds 88 with power steering and hydramatic trans.I installed a rebuilt carb and fuel ...
A: Did you flush out the fuel system?If the carb is rebuilt,you may need a bigger pilot jet to raise ...
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| 2002 Kia Sportage 4x4 | 5/15/2008 |
Q: My timing belt went and we decided to buy a new engine rather than try to guess what was harmed on ...
A: Yes,the top 2 at the bell housing are tough.The best way is to use a long 1/2 inch extension and ...
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| no pedal while bleeding brakes | 5/15/2008 |
Q: ,1991 toyota 4x4 pickup auto, we change front brakes, pads rotors calipers and master cylinder. ...
A: What method are you using to bleed the brakes?As you have removed the master cylinder,you need to ...
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| 1993 Civic SI, No spark, no fuel | 5/12/2008 |
Q: I have a 1993 Civic Si with the D16Z6 engine. I went to eat one day, got food, and when I came out, ...
A: Replace all your original parts and check the EFI fuse.Look under the dash as well as there are ...
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| pajero cam and crank timing | 4/29/2008 |
Q: i have a pajero 3500 v6 24 valve and stripped the cambelt to change the front crank seal that was ...
A: What you should have done first(before you removed anything) was mark the engine cams at TDC.Crank ...
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| 2003 Nissan Sentra SE-R, removal of horn relay | 4/27/2008 |
Q: Sean, I have a 2003 Nissan Sentra SE-R. The horn doesn't work, I checked the fuses and replaced ...
A: There is something wrong along the horn circuit as the fuse shouldnt blow if all is normal.Sounds ...
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| Mercedes 230E won't start | 4/27/2008 |
Q: Having problems with 1988 Mercedes 230E. When turning the key it just makes a click sound and does ...
A: Get someone to turn the key and verify the starter is getting power,and the "click"is definately ...
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| lexus es300 air filter | 4/26/2008 |
Q: I went through the manual and there is no reference to removal of the air filter. The question is ...
A: The filter is listed so it does have one.It is usually at the end of the big rubber hose that goes ...
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| What should the low side pressure be? | 4/25/2008 |
Q: 91 Toyota Truck w/R22 engine, & R12 A/C refrigerant. What should the low side pressure be when the ...
A: What are you using to measure the pressure?Also,what reference manual do you have for this?Low ...
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| Starter location on Nissan NX | 4/25/2008 |
Q: I am trying to "find" the starter on a 1992 Nissan NX 2000. can you tell the general area to look?
A: It is nearly always at the bell housing between the engine and transmission.You may need to raise ...
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| Fusible Link | 4/23/2008 |
Q: I have a 1995 Chevy Lumina APV recently the air cleaner came in contact with the back of the ...
A: The best way to be sure is take the old one to the dealer and get the exact fuseible link.If the car ...
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| 2003 Honda Accord Turn Signal Problem | 4/22/2008 |
Q: I have a 2003 Honda 4 cyl. The Left side turn signals don't work. I have changed both the front ...
A: This would be a hands on repair as it could be anywhere in the wiring between the turn signal and ...
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| 1994 honda accord dies | 4/16/2008 |
Q: My 1994 honda accord while driving 45 mph the speedodometer goes to zero and the abs light flickers. ...
A: The problems may not be related as it sounds like 3 different issuesThe speedometer is the speed ...
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| Mercedes SE 300 1990 | 4/15/2008 |
Q: My husbands car dies all teh time. He thinks it's a vacuum leak. At a normal idol (1000-1200) it ...
A: It could be a vacuum leak and the only way to tell is get a vacuum tester and see.It may be a ...
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| BMW 88 535i | 4/15/2008 |
Q: This car had an idle problem, now it won't start. No spark or injection pulses. reference sensor ...
A: If the sensor is not reading as per spec,replace the sensor.Thats a start,but have you eliminated ...
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| BMW 88 535i | 4/15/2008 |
Q: This car had an idle problem, now it won't start. No spark or injection pulses. reference sensor ...
A: No,the speed sensor will not cause this but you might want to check the crankshaft sensor.Also the ...
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| 91 ford ranger engine losing power drastically | 4/12/2008 |
Q: I have a 91 ford ranger v6 3.0 and my check engine light is on and when i start the vehicle it ...
A: You will need to scan the computor to find the codes.If you dont,you will not be able to find the ...
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| Starter on a 1998 318ti | 4/10/2008 |
Q: Sean Iam having problems with my starter.When I turn the key its makes this very erratic noise and ...
A: If you go to Google and type in "how to remove the starter on a bmw 318ti"it will have pictures and ...
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| Car Restoration plan | 4/8/2008 |
Q: Sean: My question was whether or not you knew of a GENERIC plan for restoring a car. What to do ...
A: If the paint is bubbled with rust then it will have to be stripped to bare metal.Most people use a ...
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| Car Restoration plan | 4/7/2008 |
Q: Sean: My question was whether or not you knew of a GENERIC plan for restoring a car. What to do ...
A: Each rebuilder has his own procedure so its what you want to do first.If it were me,i would remove ...
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| Wheels | 4/7/2008 |
Q: I am wondering if the bolt patteren on a 1988 F150 is different than a 1998 F150.I am looking at ...
A: The bolt patterns may be similar but body style may not work for interchanging wheels.Your best way ...
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| 1980 Corolla Ignition System Problem | 4/5/2008 |
Q: I have a 1980 Toyota Corolla, it quit on me(I don't know if the circumstances lead to the problem or ...
A: If you are sure its the igniter,try ebay or Napa as they are good for older car parts.Autozone also ...
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| Toyota Tundra | 4/4/2008 |
Q: How can I reset the Engine Service Required light ( oil change required ) on a 2006 Tundra six ...
A: You can try this but usually its a trip to the dealer to reset it.I have never tried this but im ...
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| Water | 4/3/2008 |
Q: I have a 1999 Toyota Camry. A few days ago I noticed that the rear passenger side floor was soaked. ...
A: Condensation on the inside is normal.It happens that when the water hits the windshield it will find ...
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| 99 miata | 4/3/2008 |
Q: fuel pump removal, if tank has to be removed how does it come out.
A: This is a in tank pump.You will need to raise the car as to have enough room to lower the tank.This ...
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| dodge stratus air flow sensor | 4/3/2008 |
Q: does a 2006 dodge stratus sxt 2.4 have a mass air flow sensor?
A: I cannot seem to see one for this car online so it will be a dealer part.It will have one on the ...
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| Water | 4/2/2008 |
Q: I have a 1999 Toyota Camry. A few days ago I noticed that the rear passenger side floor was soaked. ...
A: If all doors are closed and door rubbers are ok i have found that the windshield is usually the ...
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| 92 honda accord | 4/2/2008 |
Q: I'm not sure if my tranny is failing, or if it could be an easy fix. When i'm driving, randomly the ...
A: The engine/transmission are 2 seperate units so did you change both or do you have the original ...
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| 2002 jetta cooling fan stays on draining battery after turning car off. | 3/30/2008 |
Q: We got this car used without a owners manual. Is there a simple fix for this? It drains the ...
A: There is a sensor for this.It will work from the coolant temp so when the engine cools it should ...
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| e90 Steering Wheel | 3/27/2008 |
Q: I own a bmw e90 without the sports package and I'm considering changing my ...
A: You will need to ask the dealer if this is compatible as if your car has not been wired for the ...
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| check engine and code | 3/26/2008 |
Q: My check engine light has been on even after I paid huge$$$ for the mechanic to fix and run through ...
A: Multiple misfires could be plugs or wires.You will need to have the problem looked at by a good ...
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| Possible Spark plug issue | 3/25/2008 |
Q: I have a strange lil problem where my car seems to be working fine except when the car heats up and ...
A: Could be anything not related to the service.Spark plugs may be the problem if the proper ones were ...
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| about my 93 integra | 3/24/2008 |
Q: i have some problems that i can't figure out on this car.....first of all the car makes the power ...
A: The clutch problem is the assembly especially the throw out bearing and pressure plate.They will ...
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| power steering pump | 3/20/2008 |
Q: I put a power steering pump in a 1993 suburu, and it still doesn't work. Did I do something wrong, ...
A: Assuming you have a clean system then the bleed procedure is,raise the front wheels off the ...
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| Tinfoil in oil pan/valve cover | 3/19/2008 |
Q: My girlfriend has a 95 Honda Civic, automatic, 4 dr. Recently she lost her oil cap. I sealed the ...
A: If you cant get them out by removing the valve cover,i would leave them in until the next oil ...
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| power steering pump | 3/19/2008 |
Q: I put a power steering pump in a 1993 suburu, and it still doesn't work. Did I do something wrong, ...
A: When you say it doesnt work,how do you mean?Do you have no power steering or is there something ...
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| 98 S10 won't start | 3/18/2008 |
Q: I was driving my 98 S10 and the engine quit and would not restart. There was no unusual noise, no ...
A: The fact that when you put fuel in the throttle body and it starts, is a clue to fuel problems.Check ...
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| bad car problems | 3/18/2008 |
Q: I have notices that under my oil cap is a yellow thick substance, nothing shows up in dipstick, ...
A: valves.It is caused by condensation in the crankcase.Or lack of regular oil changes.You may need to ...
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| Kia Inspection | 3/17/2008 |
Q: My battery went dead about a month ago. I hooked it up to a battery charger. Now I can't pass ...
A: There is something wrong here with your car or the test centre.A dead battery should not cause all ...
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| Toyota Camry Struts | 3/11/2008 |
Q: I have a 1996 Toyota Camry LE (2.2litre, 4 cylinder, automatic, 4 door) and it has over 150000 miles ...
A: Must be a pushy parts guy.You do not need springs as they dont wear out.I have never replaced a ...
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| 88 BMW Oil pressure | 3/11/2008 |
Q: After doing an "engine swap" on a BMW 325I, I have no oil pressure. I swapped the oil pump with a ...
A: Some oil inside before you fit it is enough.Did you check the oil pressure guage?Try a new pressure ...
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| Water leaking onto floor of my 99 Toyota Camry | 3/6/2008 |
Q: I have a 99 Toyota Camry LE with almost 80,000 miles on it. The other day it rained really hard & ...
A: Check that the drains for the inner fenders are not blocked by leaves and dirt as i have seen this ...
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| Wheel bearings or ? | 3/6/2008 |
Q: I have a 1992 Saturn SL 2. It shakes when you get it on the highway, up around 50 to 60 depends. ...
A: What to do?Well,thats your call either have it repaired or sell it and buy a new car.Sounds like a ...
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| Shifting Problem | 3/4/2008 |
Q: I sometimes have trouble shifting from Neutral to 1st gear from idle (at traffic light). It seems ...
A: Could be worn shift fork in the box itself.Has the gearbox been serviced at all?A change of oil and ...
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| Turn Signal Dodge Ram | 3/4/2008 |
Q: My left rear turn signal/tail light are out. I've replaced the bulf and flasher relay. The relay ...
A: I assume the fuse is ok?Even if the fuse looks ok,replace it with a good one.It is unlikely the ...
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| reset oil and airbag | 3/4/2008 |
Q: I have a 1998 BMWis can you please tell me where the plug is on the car to reset oil and airbag and ...
A: Yes,there is a special scan tool to reset the oil and srs light.The scan tool is kinda expensive so ...
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| An old car common engine shaking problem | 2/28/2008 |
Q: I ask an old car common problem. My 97 Honda Accord LX now has been over 15,000 mileages. Its engine ...
A: The belt will snap when it gets worn out and thats when you are too late to replace it.The belt ...
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| An old car common engine shaking problem | 2/27/2008 |
Q: I ask an old car common problem. My 97 Honda Accord LX now has been over 15,000 mileages. Its engine ...
A: If your engine needs rebuilt,its best to fit a used low mileage or rebuild the complete engine top ...
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| 1990 ford E250 wont start | 2/26/2008 |
Q: i have a 1990 Ford E-250 that will not start. When i turn the key theres aclick noise that comes ...
A: If you turn the key and the starter doesnt crank,its a common fault for the solenoid to be suspect ...
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| 1997 Prizm vibration issues. | 2/26/2008 |
Q: My Geo seems to have a common issue with vibration. I have two questions: When I hold the brake and ...
A: The dog bone is on the top of the engine and looks like,,,,,,a dogbone.Its called a torx mount by ...
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| Rough Idle + whistling noise | 2/26/2008 |
Q: My 1995 318i runs very rough at idle. And there's a whistling sound coming from engine (think its ...
A: A leak at the intake manifold is the likely problem.Whistling is air being drawn in through the ...
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| An old car common engine shaking problem | 2/25/2008 |
Q: I ask an old car common problem. My 97 Honda Accord LX now has been over 15,000 mileages. Its engine ...
A: Cold start problems could be worn valve stem oil seals which will foul the plugs but will clear once ...
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| 1996 honda prelude smoging it.. | 2/24/2008 |
Q: ok, i have a 1996 prelude i just bought. i have been told that since the battery has been out of it ...
A: Do not see why you would have to drive it for so long.Some cars have "relearn" on the computor but ...
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| 03 Mitsubishi Eclipse / Manual Trans | 2/22/2008 |
Q: When shifting from first to second gear, second gear requires alot of force to engage(It's very ...
A: If your car has been off the road for more than 20 days i believe the lemon law will apply.This is ...
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| 2000 SLK230 driver side window | 2/22/2008 |
Q: The driver's side window goes down about 6 inches and then stops. I want to know how to remove the ...
A: You must remove the seat switches and all visible screws carefully.These are plastic and are fragile ...
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| Saturn Trans Shift Cable Installation | 2/20/2008 |
Q: I need instructions on how to install a transmision shift cable for a 5 speed, Saturn 1995 SL 2 ...
A: It looks like a double cable.Best way to fit the new one is look carefully at the old one.You may ...
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| car care | 2/19/2008 |
Q: How do I install a clutch cable on a 1991 VW Golf?
A: I suggest you get a Haynes or Chiltons for this car as this is a real pain to do.But,if youre going ...
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| 1996 Saturn High Idle | 2/17/2008 |
Q: , have a 96 saturn sl2,dualoverhead cam..have a prob with it ideling at 1500-2000,have had teh codes ...
A: A leak at the intake manifold will make it idle high.With a vacuum guage,make sure you have vacuum ...
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| honda not cranking | 2/16/2008 |
Q: I have a 96 honda v6 that was in an accident , the honda rolled over. I put a new battery on it but ...
A: It may have a alarm switch which is usually under the dash on the drivers side.A small black button ...
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| Idle | 2/13/2008 |
Q: When I start my 2001 Ford Taurus after it's sat overnight, it idles rough, like it wants to stall. ...
A: What did the "tune up" include?It is a misfire when the car is cold and could be a leak at the ...
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| 98 prelude...leak problem | 2/12/2008 |
Q: Hey I have a 98 prelude and the other day I found a puddle on my backseat floor driver side...as ...
A: Its doubtful that it is the A/C.It wouldnt leak that much.I dont know if you were running the A/C,i ...
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| 99 Concorde | 2/12/2008 |
Q: I try to pull the hood release lever but the hood does not open. How can I open the hood?
A: Depends where the cable has snapped.It may be under the dash.If its under the hood,you may be able ...
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| 94 bmw 525i | 2/11/2008 |
Q: my son has a 94 bmw 525i and he has been having issues with it not starting when it got cold. He ...
A: I would start with a basic tune up.Plugs,cap ,rotor,wires.Fuel filter,air filter.If it still ...
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| 2001 Honda Civic speedometer | 2/8/2008 |
Q: The speedometer on my son's 2001 honda civic has been intermittent and is now stuck on 120mph. What ...
A: There is no cable like the older simpler way.Modern cars have a speed sensor on the transmission ...
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| toyota camry temp gauge | 2/7/2008 |
Q: Temp gauge much cooler than normal. Coolant level ok. Car seems to use more gas, hard to tell. ...
A: Some sensors on your car are controlled by the temp.Especially on start up when the computor is in ...
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| 1993 Nissan Sentra | 2/7/2008 |
Q: OK, I bought a used 93 Sentra that seemed to run well when its running, Tho, at times, esp. if its ...
A: Have you looked at the usual tune up components?Plugs,cap,rotor.Air filter/fuel filter.A bad cap ...
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| back tail light | 2/6/2008 |
Q: I have a 99 Mitsubishi galant es and was hit on the front passenger side. After the accident my ...
A: Best place is a junk yard.Take the old wiring with you to compare what you need.Cut it off a good ...
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| back tail light | 2/5/2008 |
Q: I have a 99 Mitsubishi galant es and was hit on the front passenger side. After the accident my ...
A: Most any body shop can fix this as they are working on the body damage.Its most likely the wires are ...
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| back tail light | 2/5/2008 |
Q: I have a 99 Mitsubishi galant es and was hit on the front passenger side. After the accident my ...
A: The lights are connected by left and right circuits.Its possibly the fuse for this side or wiring ...
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| coolant loss | 2/5/2008 |
Q: what kinds of problems occur with gradual internal coolant loss. About a month ago I had noticed ...
A: It shouldnt have internal leaks with only 55k on the engine.Make sure there are no hose leaks ...
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| 2003 suburban drivers side window and door switches wont work | 2/5/2008 |
Q: I have a 2003 Chevy Suburban, the drivers side control panel on the door wont work, all the ...
A: There are too many components for all these fuses to blow at once.You have ...
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| honda prelude 1988 | 2/4/2008 |
Q: just wondering on the 1988 honda prelude 2.0L is the bolt on the crankshaft pulley left hand or ...
A: Its a standard thread and turns the normal way to remove it.Anti clockwise.The rope down the number ...
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| CV JOINT REPLACEMENT ON 2001 VW JETTA 2.0 | 2/3/2008 |
Q: IS A TASK ONE CAN DO ONESELF OR IS A PRO MECHANIC NEEDED. CAN YOU GIVE SIMPLE INSTRUCTIONS IF SO?
A: The cv joint/driveshaft is fairly difficult and best left to a pro if you have never did this kind ...
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| 1996 dodge grand caravan | 2/2/2008 |
Q: When I tried to dim my headlights something snapped and no they are stuck on bright. The lever ...
A: The lever on the steering column will have to be replaced.Its a fairly simple job and you need to ...
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| 1994 corolla electrical problem | 2/1/2008 |
Q: My friend has a '94 corolla DX 2dr ht that runs quite well and until now has had no down time ...
A: If the battery is ok it must be the alternator.There is no other way for a major power drain to the ...
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| 1993 F150 5.0 V8 | 1/31/2008 |
Q: My truck is missing very very bad. Its using way too much gas and has pitch black smoke coming out ...
A: Running too rich would be the o2 sensor first off but you have changed it so,it could be the fuel ...
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| Brake Dash Light | 1/30/2008 |
Q: I have a 97 Mitsubishi Montero Sport. The brake Light on the Dash is constantly on when I am ...
A: There are 2 brake lights,one for fluid level and one for park brake.Both have switches and the fluid ...
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| Throttle Position Sensor | 1/29/2008 |
Q: I have a 94 Geo Tracker 1.6l 4cyl TBI. Can you tell me how to adjust the TP Sensor if I have no ...
A: If you go to Google and type in "throttle position sensor adjustment geo tracker 1994",you will see ...
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| blower resistor | 1/29/2008 |
Q: i have a ford explorer Eddie bower 2001 can t locate the blower motor resistor i got a manual that ...
A: If you go to Rock Auto,online website,type in the year and make of your car and the blower motor ...
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| 1991 honda civic 4wd wagon | 1/28/2008 |
Q: hey there, i recently had the clutch replaced on my vehicle. it is shifting hard, has a hard feel to ...
A: The clutch kit comes with,pressure plate,friction plate,throw out bearing and pilot bearing and all ...
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| 1991 honda civic 4wd wagon | 1/28/2008 |
Q: hey there, i recently had the clutch replaced on my vehicle. it is shifting hard, has a hard feel to ...
A: The clutch may be installed wrong or the throw out bearing is about to collapse.The clutch should be ...
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| Nissan Quest 2000 brake lights dont work | 1/27/2008 |
Q: All three brake lights dont work. Running and backup lights are fine. Changed fuze and brake switch ...
A: The brake lights dont have a relay they have the fuse.You already changed the switch on the pedal so ...
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| Nissan Runs Cold Heater Blows Cold | 1/24/2008 |
Q: 1990 Nissan Maxima, V6, 5 Speed, The temperature gauge would read cold and the heater would run cold ...
A: First off,did the coolant level drop?Thats after you were on the freeway.Check the coolant level ...
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| fuse diagram | 1/24/2008 |
Q: i need to replace a fuse for my hazzard light where can i find it 1996 jimmy
A: If you have no handbook,i assume you checked under the fuse lid.This may be a hazard flasher unit ...
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| 89 acura Integra RS | 1/24/2008 |
Q: I recently picked up this car to put my other in the garage. I need to know what would cause the car ...
A: You need to do the basic tests such as fuel and ignition to see which has failed.Fuel pressure test ...
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| toyota camry 1991 cold weather starting problems | 1/23/2008 |
Q: I've owned a Toyota Camry 1991 4 cyl for almost 5 years. Hot or very cold, it would start on the ...
A: Did you change the fuel filter when you had the tune up done?I would also check the fuel pressure ...
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| toyota camry 1991 cold weather starting problems | 1/23/2008 |
Q: I've owned a Toyota Camry 1991 4 cyl for almost 5 years. Hot or very cold, it would start on the ...
A: Its a common problem due to the cold.The fuel in your EVAP system is mostly what starts your car ...
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| 96 nissan pickup 2.4liter | 1/21/2008 |
Q: I get@ 28-30 mpg in the summer but in the winter it drops down to @17-18 mpg. I have taken it to the ...
A: It is because the atmospheric pressure changes ie..the weather is colder.On your car there is a MAP ...
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| 99 honda civic | 1/20/2008 |
Q: I have a 1999 honda civic 1.8l engine. My car doesn't like to start after -10, even if it is plugged ...
A: At minus 10,the fuel/air mix is probably frozen and the car starts because you are bypassing this ...
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| 92 ply acclaim 4 cyl 2.5L non-turbo single pt inj | 1/19/2008 |
Q: The car was on the freeway when the engine just stopped. When i tried to restart it would crank but ...
A: You need to check the fuel pressure and the spark to determine which has failed.You say there is no ...
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| 95 Ford Windstar Engine Computer | 1/18/2008 |
Q: My Scanner try's to scan and keeps saying "vehicle not responding". The engine runs, but there's no ...
A: What was the problem?Even though you replaced the computor,it may be the one you put in isnt ...
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| 1985 S10 hood latch | 1/17/2008 |
Q: The pull latch cable won't open the hood on my pickup. What will I need to do to get the hood open? ...
A: The old fashioned coat hanger way.You will need to look under the grille and try to see if you can ...
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| 93 Eagle Talon Wont start cold, runs good once warmed up | 1/17/2008 |
Q: I own a 1993 Eagle Talon,1.8, 5 speed manual transmission which I just love to drive. However, the ...
A: I read some more of your car engine data.198000 miles is making me think it may be compression ...
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| 93 Eagle Talon Wont start cold, runs good once warmed up | 1/17/2008 |
Q: I own a 1993 Eagle Talon,1.8, 5 speed manual transmission which I just love to drive. However, the ...
A: Did anyone do a compression test?Its very unlikely a computor fault as the car runs ok when hot.Have ...
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| 91 motor in 93 | 1/16/2008 |
Q: i recently swaped a 93 1.6 for a 91 1.5 because of money.i got it fired off for a split second it ...
A: If the belt is ok and the timing is correct,valve and ignition,then look for spark at the plugs or ...
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| me with the '97 maxima | 1/15/2008 |
Q: Sean, thank you for all your help thus far. I just came back from looking at it. I have not driven ...
A: Heater and system may need bled.It may have air in the system if i remember correctly this system ...
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| Help w/ '97 Maxima | 1/15/2008 |
Q: A friend has blessed me and family by donating to us a very well maintained '97 Maxima. Literally, 5 ...
A: If the engine got so hot it stalled,its most likely damaged the cylinder head/gasket.Your next step ...
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| How to get my talon's headlights out? | 1/13/2008 |
Q: i have no clue how to get the headlights out of my 1998 eagle talon because i can't find the screws ...
A: No,you dont need to remove the bumper.You need to remove the turn signal first.If you look at the ...
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| Help w/ '97 Maxima | 1/12/2008 |
Q: A friend has blessed me and family by donating to us a very well maintained '97 Maxima. Literally, 5 ...
A: You say anti freeze?What do you mean?.Leaking or overheating?I need more information such as ,does ...
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| Suzuki Grand Vitara | 1/11/2008 |
Q: My automatic Grand Vitara has started to thrust itself into gear instead of smooth gear change - any ...
A: I dont do any work on automatic transmissions,however,harsh shifting can be caused by,worn clutch ...
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| AIR BAG | 1/10/2008 |
Q: i NEED TO KNOW HOW TO TAKE OUT THE AIR BAG OF MY 1995 GMC JIMMY TO REPAIR THE IGNITION ...
A: I wouldnt recommend this if you have never had experience with SRS systems.It can be dangerous but ...
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| Power Window Problem | 1/10/2008 |
Q: I have a 97 VW Passat with power windows. The other day, I came to find one of the rear windows ...
A: Remove the door panel and trace the door motor wires.There should be 2 going to the switch.You can ...
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| 94 Toyota Camry Washer Hose Problems | 1/7/2008 |
Q: I have a 94 Toyota Camry 4 cyl. and am having a hard time trying to fix my Washer problems. I can ...
A: This is a common problem because the nozzles on the hood get blocked with dirt.You need to get a ...
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| Hard to start | 1/6/2008 |
Q: I have a promblem starting my 1988 chevy silerado. When i try to start it starts real slow with a ...
A: This sounds like a bad short from the starter.I would remove the starter immediately and have it ...
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| Honda Accord 96 Model - Transmission Problems | 1/3/2008 |
Q: i currently own a Honda Accord 96 model... it has 228 ,000 km's on it, a automatic and everything ...
A: I dont do any work on automatic transmissions these days but from what you say it sounds like the ...
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| Jetta brakes | 1/3/2008 |
Q: Sean, I just changed the rear brake pads on my 03 Jetta. They were almost completely gone. When I ...
A: You have air in the system.When you removed the piston you allowed the air in so you must bleed all ...
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| 95 ford f150 supercab 5.0 v8 fuel injector repair | 1/2/2008 |
Q: #6 cylinder is not getting fuel through the injector / How do I un clog this ? Thanks Ron Smith ...
A: Its more likely the injector isnt working.You will need to remove it anyway to test it.It will ...
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| Toyota Camry Brake Rotor | 1/1/2008 |
Q: I cannot figure out how to remove the rear rotor on a 2004 Toyota Camry XLE. I broke a wheel stud ...
A: Driving on 4 studs is ok temporarily.If the rotor has any screws then you need to remove them and ...
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| corvette anti-theft | 1/1/2008 |
Q: I have a 1999 Corvette and every time i crank it the car will run for five or six seconds and then ...
A: Test fuel pressure with a tester.At the rail it should be 45psi approx constant.See what you find ...
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| 1991 Prelude 2.0 | 12/31/2007 |
Q: How do I locate and replace the fuel pump?
A: The pump is in the fuel tank.However,you can access it by removing the back seat and between the ...
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| BMW 540i 2000 - minor electrical nuisance | 12/31/2007 |
Q: This is what's happening and I believe they are all related to the same source. I just do not know ...
A: A fault such as this is a major headache to pinpoint.If things happen when you slam the trunk or do ...
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| power locks | 12/31/2007 |
Q: I have a 1998 Volkswagon Passat. The rear drivers side door isn't unlocking. Reluctantlty I took ...
A: The lock can be removed by removing the torx screws at the door check.Im thinking the window has ...
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| 2000 KIA sportage low oil pressure | 12/31/2007 |
Q: -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Here is what ...
A: The oil change and valve cover are probably not related.It does sound like a oil pump problem and ...
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| hard start | 12/30/2007 |
Q: '97 Mazda Protege 1.5L Once started, it's easy to start within 4 hours. When cold, takes 1 or 2 ...
A: The fuel pressure sounds ok at 45 approx at the rail.It should fall after the engine is shut off ...
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| 98 Legacey outback 2.5 DOHC timing tensioner | 12/30/2007 |
Q: We are changing the timing belt and cam and crank seals on my brothers 2.5 DOHC engine. (along with ...
A: As far as changing the tensioner,its your decision and with high mileage,probably best to renew ...
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| 87 mercedes benz 300sdl turbo | 12/28/2007 |
Q: Sean, the transmission shifts ok but not at the right speeds.Where would be a good place to to start ...
A: This is a problem for the transmission guys as i dont work on them.However,i know some transmissions ...
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| Fuel Pump | 12/28/2007 |
Q: I have a 1998 Chevy Tahoe LT 4WD with 135K miles on it and I replaced the fuel pump around 70K ...
A: Sounds more like electrical.Its possible you may need plugs or wires.I believe this car has DIS,no ...
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| 1987 toyota van | 12/28/2007 |
Q: The sound of an open door (the ringing/buzzing noise) stays on after the doors are closed and the ...
A: Theres a small relay under the dash which causes this irritating noise as i know.Its most annoying ...
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| 86 toyoto 4x4 22r short bed NOT a turbo | 12/20/2007 |
Q: hey sean, i have an 86 toyota 4x4, i also have the haynes repair manual the covers 78-89 which has ...
A: When you press the clutch thats a clue.It sounds like the throw out bearing has gone out or the ...
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| stalling in '97 Maxima | 12/19/2007 |
Q: My maxima starts and then stalls. It just started doing it today. Air filter is new. If its the ...
A: Will not be the air filter thats causing it to stall out.Its more likely to be one of many ...
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| stalling car | 12/18/2007 |
Q: I have a 99 grand vitara suzuki. A few days ago i changed the fuel filter because it was stalling ...
A: It is more likely the EGR valve or a vacuum leak.If your fuel pump goes out,it will not start at ...
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| 96 jeep grand cherokee laredo linkage problem | 12/17/2007 |
Q: I have a 96 jeep grand cherokee and it has over 200,000 miles on it but has a new engine. Recently i ...
A: Is this a transmission problem or steering problem?If transmission,then it sounds like your ...
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| Problem Starting 1992 Ford Escort LX in the cold weather | 12/17/2007 |
Q: I have a 1992 Ford Escort LX. It started last year but this year she will not start at all once ...
A: Ok,i see what you mean.Even though the radio works,it will not have enough amps to crank the ...
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| accord | 12/17/2007 |
Q: I have a 92 accord the problem is at idle it reves from 1000 rpm to 2000 rpm put it in gear stays at ...
A: Check the fuel pressure regulator and look for vacuum leaks.Do the usual checks for ignition timing ...
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| Problem Starting 1992 Ford Escort LX in the cold weather | 12/16/2007 |
Q: I have a 1992 Ford Escort LX. It started last year but this year she will not start at all once ...
A: The possible causes are the MAP sensor or the MAF sensor.If the battery is ok,and the engine turns ...
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| no start talon 2.0 | 12/13/2007 |
Q: 95 eagle talon non-turbo 2.0. NO start condition. No spark at coil, no fuel at rail or injectors not ...
A: If youre getting codes and no codes then there is a problem with the computor.This car is OBD1 if ...
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| brake lights | 12/10/2007 |
Q: I have a 2000 toyota tacoma. My brake lights work when my head lights are off, but when I turn my ...
A: Check the bulbs in the brake circuit on the side lights only and see if the brake lights are staying ...
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| Auto Repair | 12/9/2007 |
Q: We have a 1991 Chevy S-10 Pickup that will not release the hood latch to open the hood. We need to ...
A: Can be tricky to open.With a long screwdriver and old wire type coat hanger,look under the front of ...
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| Slight knocking noise on my 2001 Honda Accord 4cyl | 12/7/2007 |
Q: I just purchased a 2001 Honda Accord EX on Monday and it has a 1,000 mile / 1 Month Warranty ...
A: Seems that if they gave you a warranty,they must honor it and if youre not happy with the sound,they ...
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| 1996 Nissan Altima fuel starvation? | 12/6/2007 |
Q: I have a '96 Nissan Altima that started idling roughly only occasionally for about two weeks but ran ...
A: Fuel pump will not do this.If it was,it would stop completely.Its more likely to be the EGR valve or ...
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| engine racing some times | 12/6/2007 |
Q: 94 Gmc jimmy 2wd/ all power/air/mpi tuned well /new manifold gasket/checked for vaccume leaks/ Some ...
A: Could be a leak at the intake.As the engine heats up the metal expands and seals the leak which will ...
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| CV Joints | 12/4/2007 |
Q: I have a 96 Honda Accord. I think the CV joints are failing (I hear clicking when I turn). How ...
A: Its much easier these days to replace both axles instead of the cv joints as many cars have non ...
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| car wont start | 12/2/2007 |
Q: my daugther has a 1988 mx6 Mazda. she drove to the store this morning and when she came out cart ...
A: The engine turns over ok?.Could be either fuel or spark so you have to determine which first as it ...
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| no horse power | 12/2/2007 |
Q: My son has a 86 jeep commanche pick up. When the engine is warm he loses power. He says there is no ...
A: You have a misfire on these 2 plugs it seems.Do a compression test on the 2 cylinders and check the ...
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| HORN | 12/2/2007 |
Q: MY HORN WASNT WORKING SO I WENT TO LOOK AT THE FUSE BOX UNDER THE HOOD, AND FOUND THE FUSE HAD ...
A: If the brake lights are working on the same fuse then i take it you dont have them with the fuse ...
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| no horse power | 12/1/2007 |
Q: My son has a 86 jeep commanche pick up. When the engine is warm he loses power. He says there is no ...
A: Whats the mileage?This could be a factor with high miles and possible worn valves or piston ...
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| Brake/Pad warning light. | 11/29/2007 |
Q: I have a 1998 (S Reg) Vauxhall Vectra. The on board computer in the dash displays "brake light" and ...
A: Did you replace the sensors at the same time as the pads if not,that could be the problem or it may ...
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| Brake Lights | 11/29/2007 |
Q: I have a1995 Honda Civic. The shifter is stuck in park, unless I used the lock release button. So I ...
A: The problem could be in the brake/shift cable.You need to remove the consule and have a look.It may ...
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| 1994 Ford Explorer, six cylinder with injection | 11/29/2007 |
Q: Turn the key on and for 2 to 2.5seconds you hear the hum from the fuel pump. Gas is getting through ...
A: The hum you hear is the start up feed for the inital run motor.Even though you hear the pump and see ...
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| 91 beretta 3.1 GT | 11/29/2007 |
Q: my car runs for about 10 mins and then dies. we have replaced many things, such as... fuel pump and ...
A: Thats a new one i havnt seen.If i was working on this car,i would think its the fuel pump but,you ...
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| 2004 Audi A4 Cabriolet Clutch Failure | 11/28/2007 |
Q: My clutch has failed for the the 2nd time in just over 3 years.The car warranty period expired in ...
A: Same as the VW cabriolet with awful clutch problems.The fault is in the design.I cant say why it ...
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| 91 beretta 3.1 GT | 11/28/2007 |
Q: my car runs for about 10 mins and then dies. we have replaced many things, such as... fuel pump and ...
A: When it runs,does it run ok or hesitate and splutter.If you start it again or try to,does it start ...
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| 2002 F350 7.3 | 11/27/2007 |
Q: my truck wont start when hot,it will crank good but no start.When temp gauge get's to almost cool it ...
A: Possible cause,faulty throttle position sensor or air flow meter.Did your have a check engine light ...
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| Mercedes 300SEL suspension knock | 11/25/2007 |
Q: I have a 1988 Mercedes 300SEL that makes a knocking sound in the front suspension on the drivers ...
A: With the age of the car,its most likely the upper and lower suspension arms/bushings which are worn ...
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| Setting the timing belt for 1993 Mitsubitshi Expo | 11/25/2007 |
Q: I need to know what the small belt below the timing belt is. I need to know where and how to adjust ...
A: You are in the wrong area to adjust the timing.If your car has a cap and rotor,thats how the timing ...
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| BMC clock light | 11/24/2007 |
Q: How do I turn off the clock light on the dash,... What is it for anyway? ANSWER: Which light do you ...
A: BMW.Ok...i thought you had an old BMC.they were out in the 60s in England..but anyway,the clock you ...
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| Subaru Crankshaft repair | 11/23/2007 |
Q: I own an '89 Subaru wagon, (manual) and have recently had a knocking noise coming from the engine. ...
A: The symptoms sound like a worn main bearing on the crankshaft.There is no way to tell how long it ...
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| car cranks but won't start | 11/19/2007 |
Q: I have a 97 Nissan Sentra with about 125,000 miles on it. The problem is that if the car sits ...
A: Check your rotor and distributor cap.I would basically give it a good tune up,Plugs,wires,cap ...
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| 91 integra | 11/18/2007 |
Q: I have a 91 Acura Integra, it has 250000 miles. The other day I was driving home from work after the ...
A: Nothing wrong if the temp went down.Less strain on the engine means less heat as going down hill ...
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| Brake Lights on Travel Trailer not working | 11/16/2007 |
Q: I have a 2000 Silverado 1500 with less than 50,000 miles on it that I pull my travel trailer (Jayco ...
A: If the brake lights and turn signals work ok on the truck,then i dont think thats your problem as ...
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| Brake Lights on Travel Trailer not working | 11/16/2007 |
Q: I have a 2000 Silverado 1500 with less than 50,000 miles on it that I pull my travel trailer (Jayco ...
A: Do they mean the unit on the trailer or on the truck?.I am assuming they mean the trailer and its ...
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| Volkswagen Passat Electrical | 11/12/2007 |
Q: The driver side power window and door locks are not working on my 2002 Volkswagen Passat station ...
A: The power windows are connected to the door locks on this car.I have seen all the windows go down ...
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| Volkswagen Passat Electrical | 11/11/2007 |
Q: The driver side power window and door locks are not working on my 2002 Volkswagen Passat station ...
A: What is your question?If they say it is bad then it probably is.I have worked on VW passats of this ...
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| electronic | 11/5/2007 |
Q: i have a 2000 honda civic hatchback 1.4 and i can not find a wiring diagram for the central locking. ...
A: Chiltons or Haynes are great for wiring diagrams for all makes of car.You may find one online but ...
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| bmw ignition stuck | 11/4/2007 |
Q: I have 1994 bmw 325is with about 200,000 miles...car runs smooth but when i put my key into the ...
A: Familiar problem with BMW.You need to check the brake/shift release cable and if its ok ,look at ...
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| 1998 Toyota Camry Overdrive Button | 11/2/2007 |
Q: I have a 1988 Toyota Camry. Recently the overdrive button won't stick. If I hold in the ...
A: If the o/d works when you hold it in,then the button is probably worn out.Test the over drive is ...
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| 1987 Suzuki Samurai | 10/31/2007 |
Q: WHEN I START DRIVING, THE WATER TEMPERATURE GAUGE GOES ALL THE WAY TO HOT & THE FUEL LEVEL GAUGE ...
A: What you are having trouble with is the printed circuit board on the back of the dash.That is the ...
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| 1991 Nissan Sunny LS Radio Malfunction | 10/31/2007 |
Q: I recently bought a Nissan Sunny second hand but the radio did not work. In an attempt to change it ...
A: It sounds like a bad connection on the plug in.By the cable i take it you mean the electric ...
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| 1987 Suzuki Samurai | 10/30/2007 |
Q: WHEN I START DRIVING, THE WATER TEMPERATURE GAUGE GOES ALL THE WAY TO HOT & THE FUEL LEVEL GAUGE ...
A: I am pretty sure you have a fault in your dash unit.Its either a bad earth or the gauges are ...
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| Clutch Problem 2007 Nissan Altima Manual Shift | 10/30/2007 |
Q: I recently rented a 2007 Nissan Altima Manual Shift in Ireland. After 3 days the clutch which had ...
A: You should have taken the car back right away and told the person who gave you the car.There is no ...
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| 94 Nissan Pickup pcv valve | 10/28/2007 |
Q: Hey Sean. I am trying to replace my pcv valve in my little truck and can't seem to find it. It's a ...
A: Its part of the vacuum system.It will be on a hose from the valve cover.If you go to google and type ...
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| 1994 Kia sephia Horn and lights flashing | 10/27/2007 |
Q: we replaced the starter in a 94 kia sephia, automatic, Bare Bones Model, no power options. After we ...
A: There may be a alarm over ride button under the dash but you will need to check the handbook.It may ...
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| 91 Civic Htback 1.5 lt | 10/24/2007 |
Q: Is there any way to check if the engine is overheating other than the normal gauge (needle indicator ...
A: If your temp is normal then it is most likely the gauge itself.As the gauge does that with the turn ...
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| VW Golf IV TDI cant' turn off rear wiper. | 10/24/2007 |
Q: I was driving on the road when all of a sudden the rear wiper motor decided to start operating. I ...
A: Here in San Diego there is a good parts store for VW.I am not sure if you need the relay or the ...
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| Removal of 2000 VW Jetta/stick shift | 10/24/2007 |
Q: How do you remove the steering wheel off of a 2000 VW Jetta. It is a 5 speed and I need to replace ...
A: You must disconnect the negative terminal to disarm the airbag first.I recommend you get a manual as ...
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| 1997 Toyota Camry | 10/21/2007 |
Q: My car starts but when I push in the button on the gear shift selector (automatic transmission) ...
A: If the car stays in park ,then its the cable but if there is no drive then you need to look at the ...
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| vaccum hose missing | 10/16/2007 |
Q: I have a 1994 Cougar...after I purchased it, it sounded like there was a hissing sound coming from ...
A: If it is on the intake manifold then it may be that its supposed to be capped off.You need to get a ...
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| Correct spark plugs | 10/16/2007 |
Q: What is the correct spark plugs number (motorcraft catalog number) for a 1993 ford ranger xls 4cyl? ...
A: I dont know the catalog #.It will be in your handbook.This car has 2 plugs per cylinder and its ...
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| bmw 325i stalls | 10/13/2007 |
Q: I have a 1992 bmw 325i 6 cycl manual. About 3 weeks ago I had my fuel pump replaced because it died ...
A: If you replaced the pump,you need to replace the filter also.Its a must do.If the coil or coils are ...
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| Car problem | 10/12/2007 |
Q: I drive a 1995 eagle talon and lately (a few days) i noticed that every time after driving my car ...
A: Unfortunately,i cannot diagnose noises unless i hear them.I would check all the belts and hoses and ...
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| 1991 honda civic ex | 10/8/2007 |
Q: i kinda have two questions i just brought this car for 300 it's a 1991 Honda civic ex 4 door. when ...
A: The start problem will almost certainly be the alternator and the remove cable isnt a proper way to ...
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| 1994 Ford Probe - Engine cutting out | 10/8/2007 |
Q: I have just bought a 1994 Ford Probe and at first was running like a dream. Then it just kept ...
A: No,the screen wash wont do that.Coincidence i think.Its more likely to be an engine sensor but it ...
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| 1994 Toyota Camry | 10/8/2007 |
Q: When I stried to start my car this morninig it started fine however I immediately put the gear on ...
A: Although the oil is low it wont prevent it from starting.It isnt good to run the engine low on oil.I ...
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| Mitsubishi Gallant | 10/2/2007 |
Q: Several problems, first of all I was driving down the road last night when my car started to make a ...
A: Oh dear,another mitsubishi.Sorry but theyre not one of my favorite cars.Usually japanese engines go ...
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| Mitsubishi Gallant | 10/2/2007 |
Q: Several problems, first of all I was driving down the road last night when my car started to make a ...
A: The problems are related.First off,your car has overheated because of i believe your head gasket is ...
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| Clutch Problem Diagnosis | 10/2/2007 |
Q: I don't trust my local subaru dealer and like to go in armed with info. Hoping you can help diagnose ...
A: You seem to have lost hydraulic pressure so usually its either the slave or master cylinder.You say ...
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| locating radiator drain plug on 1997 chevy s-10 V6 Vortec | 9/30/2007 |
Q: Trying to flush and fill radiator for 1997 Chevy S-10 V6 and can't locate the drain plug because of ...
A: The plug, if it is fitted, may be under the plastic.Some chevys and american built cars dont have ...
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| 1989 acura integra rs | 9/28/2007 |
Q: I have an Acura integra rs and the clutch is going out. I have looked online and called places and ...
A: The manuals are about the same but different models have more info.I prefer the haynes.You can ...
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| AC/Electrical Problem | 9/28/2007 |
Q: When I turn on the ac a wire on the alternator burns I replaced the wire with a very large guage but ...
A: Its unusual for the A/C to have any wires going direct to the battery.Or the alternator, as the ...
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| AC/Electrical Problem | 9/28/2007 |
Q: When I turn on the ac a wire on the alternator burns I replaced the wire with a very large guage but ...
A: You will need to take it to a electrician or if you have the manual check which wire it is first.I ...
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| 2000 Ford Ranger XLT, 3.0 liter engine | 9/27/2007 |
Q: I have a 2000 Ford Ranger XLT with a 3.0 liter engine and, as per the Ford Service Center in ...
A: It is possible to rebuild if the bores are not too badly gouged.Theres no way to tell unless you ...
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| trans oil check | 9/26/2007 |
Q: Where is plug to check automatic transmission fluid on my 1998 chevy Malibu with a 3100 engine
A: It is on the passenger side of the transmission at about 5 00 oclock position looking in at the ...
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| 91 Ford Escort | 9/25/2007 |
Q: I have a 91 Ford escort and it recently shut off while driving to work. I was going around a curve ...
A: You need to check for spark or fuel.Find which it is as it will narrow the fault considerably.There ...
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| 1997 Prelude Heater Control | 9/24/2007 |
Q: My slider to move the heat from hot to cold is stuck. How do I pull out the heater control box to ...
A: The problem is more likely to be under the hood.It will be the heater control which is a small unit ...
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| 1997 Subaru Legacy L ....... 2.2L | 9/22/2007 |
Q: I changed the spark plugs the other day. I have not been able to get it to run right since. I know ...
A: If the car ran better without the MAF sensor,then it is faulty.NGK are the correct plugs but check ...
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| changing fuel filter | 9/20/2007 |
Q: On changing fuel filter on 2003 silverado chevy truck. What is the best way to relieve the pressure ...
A: To relieve the pressure,remove the fuel pump relay and turn the engine a couple of turns.Or,if your ...
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| maf sensor 2003 mitsu lancer | 9/19/2007 |
Q: 2003 mitsu lancer oz rally. i am planning to construct a in their intake systcold air intake for ...
A: The MAF sensor must be included or it will not allow the engine to idle properly(if at all) and will ...
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| 2003 BMW 540i . . .need to know which o2 sensor is bank 1, sensor 1 | 9/16/2007 |
Q: Help. . .I am trying to replace a bad o2 sensor. The OBD II said the o2 sensor at bank 1, sensor 1 ...
A: Sensor 1 is the sensor in front of the catalytic convertor.If your car is the V8,its the passenger ...
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| 97 Mercury Marquis radiator fan cover | 9/16/2007 |
Q: How do you remove the radiator fan cover on a 97 Marquis? I removed the screws but when trying to ...
A: On some cars,the fan/shroud has to be removed at the same time.I know it is a real pain,so its ...
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| replace a clutch on my own | 9/10/2007 |
Q: My 1997 Nissan Maxima's clutch just died, 130000 miles. I am a DIY person but thus far the most ...
A: The clutch comes in a kit.Throw out bearing,disc,pressure plate.Pilot bearing.Easy enough for me but ...
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| Nissan A/C | 9/8/2007 |
Q: I have an 87 Nissan pickup (D-21 2WD V-6). I recently changed it from R12 to R134A. I replaced the ...
A: You must flush the complete system otherwise you may have air/moisture in the system.The oil/gas mix ...
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| 1994 Nissan Altima | 9/7/2007 |
Q: What do you have to do to replace the frost plug. Its leaking like a sieve and it is very hard to ...
A: Some are called expansion plugs or frost plugs/core plugs.Same thing.It depends which one it is and ...
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| 1994 Nissan Altima | 9/6/2007 |
Q: What do you have to do to replace the frost plug. Its leaking like a sieve and it is very hard to ...
A: They usually are hard to get at so you need to remove as much as possible so you can dig out the old ...
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| surges | 9/5/2007 |
Q: . I have 93 Nissan sentra ECCS manual trans..i just bought the car and my 1st problem was that it ...
A: Surging is usually the fuel regulator or EGR valve.Check also the mass air flow and TPS ...
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| 1999 F-550 7.3 Power Stroke | 9/2/2007 |
Q: Engine won't run or communicate with Snap-On brick, customer's truck towed to shop 2 weeks ago ...
A: Anything is possible to go out as its electrical.It doesnt have an inertia switch by chance ?Thats ...
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| Honda Prelude Intermittent Starting Problems | 8/27/2007 |
Q: I recently purchased a 92 Honda Prelude. I later found out that sometimes the car will crank and ...
A: How many miles on this car?Bad compression may cause this and spraying starting fluid in the intake ...
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| Honda Prelude Intermittent Starting Problems | 8/27/2007 |
Q: I recently purchased a 92 Honda Prelude. I later found out that sometimes the car will crank and ...
A: If not the pump then it must be in the fuel system.The injectors,posibly may be failing but it may ...
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| 540i starts ok, then dies | 8/12/2007 |
Q: I have a '95 540(vin #gf31614). The car starts fine, though the idle is a little rough. After the ...
A: Check the fuel pressure first with a gauge and also the vacuum with a vacuum tester both can be ...
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| 95 Nissan Altima-Fault Code | 8/10/2007 |
Q: A friend of mine has a 95 nissan altima (OBD1).the CEL is on and he was told that the fault code is ...
A: This valve is part of the EVAP system.That means its in the fuel supply/return to the tank so it ...
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| Honda Civic dash light flashing | 8/10/2007 |
Q: My daughter's 91 Civic's dash lights are flashing when she starts the car. She says that the car ...
A: Side lights,the first turn of the light switch before the headlights.So,it is a bad connection on ...
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| 1993 honda prelude 2.3 dohc manual | 8/9/2007 |
Q: car stop running has spark and fuel, before it stop the engine idle was surging. remove iac and egr ...
A: If the spark is good the ignition is ok.Then you are looking at either fuel/air ...
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| fuel gauge on a '93 Tempo | 7/27/2007 |
Q: I have a 93 Ford Tempo GL w/a 6 cylender engine. I've been noticing lately that the fuel gauge ...
A: To replace the fuel pump usually talking about 3/4 hrs labor so depends on the shop.Thats removing ...
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| 1993 Toyota Camry | 7/26/2007 |
Q: I'd like to know how many cans of Freeze 12 it takes to make the AC in my 93' Toyota Camry cooler. ...
A: There is a A/C label under the hood which will tell you the maximum in either grams or lbs.If you ...
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| fuel gauge on a '93 Tempo | 7/25/2007 |
Q: I have a 93 Ford Tempo GL w/a 6 cylender engine. I've been noticing lately that the fuel gauge ...
A: Its not reading correctly so you will need to replace the sender unit which is in the tank.If you ...
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| 98 Mitsubishi Eclipse Engine Reving | 7/25/2007 |
Q: I have a 98 Mitsubishi Eclipse 5 speed transmission. I have been having a problem with my engine ...
A: The arm is on the throttle body which connects to the accelerator linkage.There are 2 sensors on ...
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| My 99' toyota solora | 7/20/2007 |
Q: I have been hearing a horn or vacuum noise while driving. It happens when I am trying to maintain a ...
A: If your brake booster had a leak,your brakes would be very hard to push.Without actually hearing ...
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| 1991 VW Jetta | 7/18/2007 |
Q: Car cranks, will not start. Good fuel pump, does get spark, excellent compression. When I attached a ...
A: Even though the timing belt is turning,check the timing is correct anyway.I have never heard of the ...
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| 1991 VW Jetta | 7/18/2007 |
Q: Car cranks, will not start. Good fuel pump, does get spark, excellent compression. When I attached a ...
A: The system in your car is the digital injection so the power will be constant to the injectors.As ...
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| Nissan Altima fuel tank | 7/18/2007 |
Q: How do you drain the fuel tank of a 1996 nissan altima. We've been unable to siphon the fuel out. ...
A: Easiest way is to use the electric fuel pump and hook a hose up to the feed line on the fuel rail.BE ...
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| 2004 mitsubishi lancer ralliart | 7/17/2007 |
Q: where do i locate the mass airflow sensor and how do i find the positive and negative wire so i can ...
A: The mass air flow sensor is between the throttle body and the air filter.You can use a meter to find ...
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| Suddenly dying | 7/17/2007 |
Q: My 1995 Mazda Protege just recently started dying out of nowhere while I'm driving it. There's no ...
A: Check your fuel pump relay and the pump itself.When it dies check the fuel pressure.You can swop the ...
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| Toyota Previa problem | 7/17/2007 |
Q: We have a 1995 Toyota Previa. It runs fine except up hills. Going up hills, it makes a horid noise ...
A: No i havnt seen this yet.A wheel bearing will do it all the time so its something else.Its possible ...
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| Doesn't always go | 7/16/2007 |
Q: I have a 2002 Montero Sport. Sometimes in the mornings when I go to work, or in the afternoon for ...
A: Without actually seeing or hearing the noise i would be guessing.Look at the belt as the A/C is ...
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| AC won't shut off | 7/16/2007 |
Q: My air conditioner won't shut off even when the car is turned off. I can only get it to shut off ...
A: How do you mean the A/C compressor or the fan?The compressor must shut off as it is driven by the ...
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| 97 mercury grand marquis replace coolant hose @ intake manifold | 7/14/2007 |
Q: Halliday- Thank you for taking my question. How do I remove the cooland hose @ the intake ...
A: You will have to remove it if it is in the way.Theres no easy way but the injector rail should come ...
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| electrical failure | 7/13/2007 |
Q: I believe my '98 Infinity I30's alternator failed. While driving, the radio went out, then the ...
A: If you can get the car to start,test the alternator,you dont need to remove it,simply hook up a ...
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| 1992 bmw 321i 6 cylinder 5-speed | 7/6/2007 |
Q: General question. If you took this car under the assumption that the engine was in perfect working ...
A: If you drive with no coolant,the car will overheat and can sieze.Oil alone will not stop the engine ...
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| uprating nisan battery | 7/5/2007 |
Q: I have been using my nissan for traffic surveys in the evening, (sitting at junctions counting ...
A: Im sure the battery that is recommended will cope ok..A good heavy duty battery will suffice.The ...
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| HORN | 7/3/2007 |
Q: I have a '98 Mazda Protege. The horn quit working all of a sudden. When I press on the button, I ...
A: There is a fuse and it may be connected to other electrical components such as interior light or ...
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| recharging ac system | 7/2/2007 |
Q: I can't find the low pressure side fitting for the ac on my wife's 2001 Ford escort, 2 liter ...
A: It is on the left side as your looking at the engine from the front.In the corner just behind the ...
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| 1994 BMW 540i | 7/1/2007 |
Q: runs very rough idling sounds like whistling from engine somewhere. Check engine light came on. ...
A: The whistling is a possible leak from the plug.Are the threads for the plug ok?.Can be a leak at the ...
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| bmw 316 e36 | 6/29/2007 |
Q: i have currently got a BMW 316 e36 p reg. It has 140,000 miles on the clock and recently has been ...
A: Theres no cheap fix for a leaky head gasket.The only way is to replace it.Your fan clutch may need ...
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| 1987 nissan sentra | 6/27/2007 |
Q: hey sean. I'm building me a demo derby car and in the process of tearing the dash out i cut the ...
A: Youre gonna have to put the tach back in.Maybe the speedo also because the PCM is wired through ...
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| Subaru rough idle when cold | 6/20/2007 |
Q: I just bought it 2004 Outback - 4 cyl. When the engine is stone cold it rough idles - bad. The RPM's ...
A: The cause for rough idle can be ,,vacuum leak.MAF sensor,idle air control,throttle position ...
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| VW Beetle 2000 manual transmission | 6/19/2007 |
Q: Yesterday I was driving along, suddenly, heard static (over the radio, then POP! Electrical smell ...
A: It sounds like you have a serious electical short and need to see a tech.If the airbag light came ...
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| 1970 vw bug | 6/19/2007 |
Q: Is there a key code anywhere in the car. If I pull the Ing switch will there be a code on the lock ...
A: As far as i remember there is no number for the key anywhere on these cars.So ,you will need to buy ...
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| 1995 Toyota Camry | 6/19/2007 |
Q: Sir, my 1995 Toyota camry's key stuck in ignition. What can I do or replace to prevent this issue? ...
A: The ignition switch will cost approx $60.When you buy the new one,you will see the release pin so ...
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| 89 accord intake manifold | 6/18/2007 |
Q: I have an 89 accord with a bad coolant leak at the intake manifold. It seems to be coming from a ...
A: If it is on the under side ,then it would be best to remove it.It is easily replaced.Most are ...
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| 1995 Toyota Camry | 6/18/2007 |
Q: Sir, my 1995 Toyota camry's key stuck in ignition. What can I do or replace to prevent this issue? ...
A: Is your car automatic?If so did you try stepping on the brake and also try to remove the key with ...
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| 1999 Maxima no guages, radio, etc | 6/16/2007 |
Q: I have a 1999 Maxima GLE Recently had o2 sensors changed after market brand. Since then lose ...
A: Check all fuses and relays.The 120 amp will come out ,it may be tight but it does come out.You can ...
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| 1987 BMW 325 e roars and hisses | 6/14/2007 |
Q: I have a BMW 325e that I recently purchased to work on. The problem with it is that it will not ...
A: The gummed up plug is a clue.Have you done a compression test because a gummed up plug is a sign of ...
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| how to install an ignition switch for a 1970 volkswagon beetle | 6/14/2007 |
Q: I just recently bought a 1970 volkswagon beetle from my boss. the problem im having is the stearing ...
A: You must first remove the steering wheel.Take off the horn cover and you will see the nut which ...
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| Transmission | 6/14/2007 |
Q: I bought a 79 Mercedes 450 SL that was towed in a dolly for more than 300 miles. They were ...
A: I dont really work on transmissions especially automatics but i know if you tow it for more than 30 ...
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| Disarming a 2000 Hyundai Accent Sedan Alarm | 6/14/2007 |
Q: I recently purchased a used 2000 Hyundai Accent Sedan for my daughter and it doesn't have an owner's ...
A: In my experience there is no way to "disable" this alarm if it is a factory install.You may ask an ...
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| runaway engine | 6/13/2007 |
Q: I have a 1988 Honda Accord, DX, manual transmission. The RPMs go through the roof after driving it ...
A: Sounds like the intake gasket is blown or the throttle sensor.The vacuum hose is 1/4 inch diameter ...
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| oldsmobile | 6/12/2007 |
Q: i have a 1992 olds 98 and i think my fuel pump is gone bad, my car will start cold run for a short ...
A: Sounds like fuel starvation.Could be the filter or the pressure regulator.You need to determine if ...
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| engine reving | 6/10/2007 |
Q: I have a 93 ford ranger an intermittently when I am slowing down and put in the clutch the engine ...
A: It is between the air filter and throttle body.If you go to ebay and type in your ford ranger and ...
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| 1998 Jetta Electrical Problem | 6/9/2007 |
Q: I have a 1998 Jetta where the headlights, wipers and heater fan motor will spontaneously turn off ...
A: Check all relays for these components.This is a job for a qualified electrician or the dealer.I ...
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| Honda wiring problems | 6/9/2007 |
Q: I have a 91 honda civic lx and when the dome light comes on the radio and clock cut off. The car ...
A: Best advice is to get the chiltons manual which will tell you all you need to know and has all the ...
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| 2.4L crankshaft pulley removal | 6/8/2007 |
Q: Do I need a special tool to remove? If I can bind the pulley so that I can remove bolt with 26mm ...
A: What vehicle is this?Nearly all crank pulleys are normal thread and as far as locking the engine, it ...
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| Clicking or chatter felt in pedals | 6/3/2007 |
Q: Hey Sean. I have a 2001 volkswagen gti and recently installed a turbo kit. Since then, I have been ...
A: When upgrading or changing from factory its possible for your engine to do different things.I would ...
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| plymouth acclaim headache.ughhhhhhh. | 6/1/2007 |
Q: kind of sputtering.now its so bad its dying at stop lights.it always starts up right away.i use to ...
A: It is possible thats it a fuel pump but it usually goes out after a short period so,,,,check the EGR ...
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| VW A/C recharge | 5/31/2007 |
Q: I am going to recharge my wife A/C in here 1999 Jetta. I just want to make sure that the low side ...
A: It will be marked and if not then ask a professional as its highly dangerous to hook up a can the ...
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| engine overheating | 5/30/2007 |
Q: I have a 1985 Toyota Tercel SW 4 WD, it does not overheat while driving it but as soon as you shut ...
A: Looks like the problem ok.It will leak after you stop but as it gets worse then it just lets go ...
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| engine overheating | 5/30/2007 |
Q: I have a 1985 Toyota Tercel SW 4 WD, it does not overheat while driving it but as soon as you shut ...
A: A tester costs about $40....if you have a harbor freight tools store near you they have one.Or you ...
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| engine overheating | 5/30/2007 |
Q: I have a 1985 Toyota Tercel SW 4 WD, it does not overheat while driving it but as soon as you shut ...
A: It is possibly rust but try a new thermostat also.The thermostat wasnt fitted the wrong way by ...
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| engine overheating | 5/29/2007 |
Q: I have a 1985 Toyota Tercel SW 4 WD, it does not overheat while driving it but as soon as you shut ...
A: With the amount of miles on the engine,i think its time to replace the head gasket/water pump and ...
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| Vacuum diagram | 5/26/2007 |
Q: I think a vacuum hose is missing off of my 1999 Mazda 626 but I don't know which one. I can't find a ...
A: Usually there is a sticker under the hood.If not then you need a chiltons or haynes manual.I have ...
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| Nissan electrical problem | 5/26/2007 |
Q: Sean - my clutch burnt out when I was driving about 6 hours away from home. Good news - I broke down ...
A: Under the e/brake lever there is a switch.If you pull up the e/brake and push the switch or button ...
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| auto transmission | 5/24/2007 |
Q: I have a 95 chevy 1/2 ton and it will not shift into overdrive, but shifts through other gears with ...
A: Most pre 92 chevys used mechanical overdrive but your truck will have a electronic change up so it ...
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| auto EGR ? | 5/23/2007 |
Q: Hey Sean. I have a 1985 Audi 5000 S - 2.2 lt. - non turbo - auto tranny. Where is the EGR valve ...
A: Audi 5000 transmission is a problem ,as i drove one and it did the same thing except it got ...
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| auto EGR ? | 5/23/2007 |
Q: Hey Sean. I have a 1985 Audi 5000 S - 2.2 lt. - non turbo - auto tranny. Where is the EGR valve ...
A: The NOX is usually your catalytic convertor.If you go to google and then rock autoparts,type in your ...
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| 1987 BMW 325 e roars and hisses | 5/21/2007 |
Q: I have a BMW 325e that I recently purchased to work on. The problem with it is that it will not ...
A: Yes,it sounds like a leaking manifold.The most common is the hose under the manifold which you cant ...
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| BMW Radiator Fan | 5/21/2007 |
Q: I own a 2002 BMW ci and have had the fan that is mounted on the motor break off all of the blades ...
A: Never seen this before except when the belt snapped.2002 isnt that old to have bad mounts but i ...
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| where do I find the neutral safety switch on 96 jetta | 5/17/2007 |
Q: I have just replaced an automatic transmission in my 96 VW Jetta with a standard transmission and I ...
A: Seems you have gone to a lot of work.The best way is to find the plug in which goe to the ...
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| fuel pump | 5/15/2007 |
Q: 2001 nissan maxima 20th ann. edition takes a quite a few tries to start. I am told this could be a ...
A: I would check a few other things before i renew the fuel pump.It is in the tank, but test the ...
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| Automatic Transmission Problem | 5/10/2007 |
Q: Sean: 1994 Ford Taurus / 3.0 ltr / 72,000 miles. When car is stopped & foot is taken off brake, ...
A: Sounds like the flex plate or better known as the torque convertor plate may be hitting the bell ...
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| 2001 VW Jetta repairs | 5/9/2007 |
Q: I took my daughter's car in for 100K service. The dealer found a few problem that I think they were ...
A: 1.the fuel filter is easy.its under the car towards the rear.Usually passenger side wheel.It has 2 ...
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| low revs in bmw520i | 5/7/2007 |
Q: hi hows things my question is i have a 98 bmw520i and its started to cut out the revs just stop when ...
A: Sounds like the EGR or a PCV blockage.Check all vacuum lines and if it doesnt help ,look at the idle ...
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| Honda prelude wheel studs | 5/5/2007 |
Q: on the front drivers side and back passanger side, i brought a hub with new studs but it seems you ...
A: Wheel studs can be bought and fitted without renewing the hub.As for why it keeps doing this is a ...
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| power window | 5/4/2007 |
Q: I HAVE A 1998 SUZUKI SIDEKICK. THE POWER WINDOW ON THE DRIVERS SIDE WILL NOT GO UP. THIS HAPPENED ...
A: I have the same problem with my passenger window.Some days it is fine and other times it wont ...
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| power windows | 5/3/2007 |
Q: I just inherited a 1994 infiniti Q45. The story behind it is that it had a blow out and it cut all ...
A: If its not under the hood,its under the dash.You will need a manual to identify it.Offhand i am not ...
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| power windows | 5/1/2007 |
Q: I just inherited a 1994 infiniti Q45. The story behind it is that it had a blow out and it cut all ...
A: Yes.Remove the door panel and put the meter on the positive and negative wires for the motor.Flick ...
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| Getting trouble codes | 5/1/2007 |
Q: I just got a 1995 Nissan Altima GXE. My "Check Engine" light just came on today and I need to know ...
A: Your car is in the area of OBD1 or OBD2.(Most cars changed in 1995 to OBD2) I need to know which ...
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| 2001 VW fuel pump | 4/30/2007 |
Q: I need to replace the fuel pump on my wifes 2001 VW jetta I just need to know location and if it is ...
A: OK,the 1.8 pump will be in the tank.Look first in the trunk to see if it has a access panel as some ...
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| 93 honda prelude 4ws | 4/30/2007 |
Q: I recently bought a 93 prelude and it has been great to me until today, whenever the rpm drops down ...
A: It sounds like a blown head gasket so you will have to go to a shop to have a leak down test done ...
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| 2001 CADILLAC ELDO AC RECHARGING | 4/27/2007 |
Q: I need to add freon to my system and the fitting on the recharge kit fits to the car but the freon ...
A: When the gas gets too low,there is a sensor which cuts off the compressor so as to save wear on the ...
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| Acura manual transmission | 4/27/2007 |
Q: My 95 manual Acura Integra has trouble shifting in and out (especially into) of gears now (it has ...
A: I believe the transmission contains ATF as most japanese 5 speeds do, so im afraid its like my own ...
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| Automatic Transmission Problem | 4/26/2007 |
Q: Sean: 1994 Ford Taurus / 3.0 ltr / 72,000 miles. When car is stopped & foot is taken off brake, ...
A: Not uncommon on this car im afraid as i have seen them go at 50000.....seems theyre built to last ...
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| Radio volume | 4/25/2007 |
Q: In my 2001 Mitsubishi Galant, when I turn my lights on, the volume and sound quality of the radio ...
A: Honestly i have never seen this and have no idea why this happens.If its a standard factory radio ...
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| Automatic Transmission Problem | 4/25/2007 |
Q: Sean: 1994 Ford Taurus / 3.0 ltr / 72,000 miles. When car is stopped & foot is taken off brake, ...
A: The transmission may be low on fluid but if not then it will have to be looked at by a tranny ...
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| 1985 Jetta GL | 4/23/2007 |
Q: My Jetta is idling high! Idles regularly at 2000RPM sometimes a little higher. How do I turn it down ...
A: Does it idle high while hot or cold or always?If it does then it sounds like you have another ...
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| dodge 2.7 v6 | 4/20/2007 |
Q: 2002 Dodge 2.7 v6 idles rough but elicits no codes, nor does the check engine light come on. Dealer ...
A: If the dealer has looked at it and cant find anything ,theres not much i can tell you.You would need ...
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| 2000 vw jetta brake light/blinker crossing | 4/20/2007 |
Q: who has the exact same car as i do, so this peaks my curiousity. I had my brake switch replaced on ...
A: Sounds like the wires have got crossed from the brake lights to the turn signals.If the dealer has ...
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| 1997 BMW 5428i Key Stuck | 4/19/2007 |
Q: The key is stuck in my 528i 97 BMW. It will turn forward and start the engine and turn back far ...
A: On the column itself there is a small part which locks the wheel.It involves removing the steering ...
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| 1997 BMW 5428i Key Stuck | 4/18/2007 |
Q: The key is stuck in my 528i 97 BMW. It will turn forward and start the engine and turn back far ...
A: Could only be sure by actually looking at the car but if you have changed the barrel twice and same ...
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| non working fuel gauge | 4/18/2007 |
Q: I have a 1994 suzuki sidekick which all gauges were working perfect until one morning, I started the ...
A: Unless you are familiar with testing then its a job for a electrician.You need to find the wiring to ...
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| fuel system | 4/18/2007 |
Q: i just recently bought a 97 cavalier 2.2L i got it for 600 because the guy said that it would die on ...
A: First thing you need to do is check your oil.The light may be coming on because of low oil ...
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| lights dim | 4/17/2007 |
Q: Sean, my 1993 nissan maxima has high beam lights that dim from time to time when i use them. I have ...
A: Another wiring problem from Nissan.This is a intermittent problem which needs to be seen by a good ...
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| 1997 BMW 5428i Key Stuck | 4/17/2007 |
Q: The key is stuck in my 528i 97 BMW. It will turn forward and start the engine and turn back far ...
A: You have got a problem for sure.Its rare for this to happen so often especially on a BMW.Faulty ...
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| 2002 GMC Safari brake lights don't work | 4/14/2007 |
Q: The top center brake light comes on but the lower ones don't. I checked the bulbs and they are not ...
A: Sounds like wiring so you will need the diagram to trace the wires to the light units.No easy fix ...
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| condenser replacement | 4/13/2007 |
Q: The condenser on my 1999 Saturn sl2 needs to be replaced. Is it a job that I can do at home? I ...
A: A/C condenser.Not too hard if you take your time.First you have to remove the radiator and fan ...
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| Frozen gas line | 4/12/2007 |
Q: I filled my tank and it was spitting and supperting, so I put water treatment in it, but when I went ...
A: Water treatment?Dont think im familiar with that for frozen fuel lines.Best way is to put the car ...
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| cold/wet starting problems | 4/10/2007 |
Q: For the last several months I have had intermittent problems starting my 2000 S-10 (180,000 miles) ...
A: It wouldnt do any harm to have a spare distributor.As for the plugs,if the engine was hard to start ...
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| automobile performance | 4/9/2007 |
Q: I drive a 2001 mercury grand marquis 4.6 8 cylinder with 45k miles. she starts up ok but when put in ...
A: I wouldnt think there would be much build up but if you want to clean it its pretty easy.Remove the ...
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| cold/wet starting problems | 4/9/2007 |
Q: For the last several months I have had intermittent problems starting my 2000 S-10 (180,000 miles) ...
A: This is a Chevy s10,then you need AC DELCO plugs as i have learned these s10s only run good with ...
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| automobile performance | 4/8/2007 |
Q: I drive a 2001 mercury grand marquis 4.6 8 cylinder with 45k miles. she starts up ok but when put in ...
A: MAF sensor or MAP sensor and also the car may need a tune up such as the air/fuel ...
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| mis reading oil pressure gauge | 4/3/2007 |
Q: I have a 1993 Camaro with V 6 ENGINE. The oil gauge needle moves in the opposite direction, ie ...
A: First thing would be to remove all extra wiring and go from there with a wiring diagram.Sounds like ...
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| car won't start intermitently | 4/3/2007 |
Q: The car I am asking about is a 1991 Chevy Corsica with a 3.1 motor. Problem one- This car has first ...
A: Problem 1 would be to change the thermostat and flush the cooling system.Possibly the vanes on the ...
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| Mazda Mpv 1997 | 4/3/2007 |
Q: I was driving my car to church all the sudden it just stop. I restarted the car, it ignites but not ...
A: Could be many things.How did you test the fuel pump?because it sounds like it is a faulty pump.Stops ...
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| 1992 ford ranger | 4/2/2007 |
Q: i have a 92 ranger 2.3l 4 cyl that is getting fire but will not start. i have changed the crank ...
A: You need several things to make your car run.Spark,fuel,compression,and all at the right ...
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| 2002 Grand Caravan 3.3L Check engine | 4/2/2007 |
Q: Recently got the dreaded check engine light and had the auto parts store read the code for me, and ...
A: On vee engines you have bank1 and bank2.Left and right cylinders which have their own injection and ...
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| no oil pressure | 3/28/2007 |
Q: I have rebuilt oil pump and clean screen and still no oil pressure reading. I have a 1990 ford ...
A: You will have to go back to the manual and check the pressure at the oil pressure switch on the ...
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| a/c | 3/27/2007 |
Q: I have a 1991 toyota corolla that the a/c is not working. I dont think that the compressor is ...
A: The problem is ,when you recharge with the kit and have a leak ,then all the gas escapes.Thats what ...
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| Left turn signal comes on the motor goes off | 3/27/2007 |
Q: What would be wrong with a buick 2002, that when the left turn signal is on the motor goes off?
A: What happens with the hazards and right turn?..Im asking because it sounds like someone has been ...
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| help please!!! | 3/27/2007 |
Q: O.K. I have a 95 Jetta with a stock radio in it. I do have a CD player to install, just have no one ...
A: I am sorry but i have no idea as for as radios go.It must be looked at by a VW dealer.I would get a ...
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| lights | 3/26/2007 |
Q: I have a 1988 chysler new yorker the electronic dash and door lights wont go out after i shut car ...
A: You will need a wiring diagram to find the delay timer.If you look under the dash there are so many ...
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| 1997 Taurus GL; 3.0 V6 | 3/26/2007 |
Q: Today my wife brought me the cheery news that her car was making a strange noise when she drove it. ...
A: I think you have found the cause,low oil level.How long has the car been driven with low oil?.As for ...
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| vw 1999 alarm | 3/25/2007 |
Q: I have a 1999 jetta the alarm goes off all the time i would like to get ride of it please tell me ...
A: You will need a wiring diagram and by pass all the door,trunk,hood switches.You will also need to ...
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| 1995 Altima | 3/24/2007 |
Q: My 95 altima has stated acting up. When I start it up it idles ok and when it is cool it is fine. ...
A: Check the idle up and the MAF sensor.As its a 1995 you may want to change the O2 sensors.If you have ...
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| 1997 mazda 626 Speed sensor | 3/23/2007 |
Q: Where is the speed sensor on the 1997 Mazda 626....please help i can not find it anywhere and it's a ...
A: If you look at your transmission you will find it.It should be close to the range sensor but you may ...
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| vw problems | 3/23/2007 |
Q: i have vw quantum 1987 5 cyl.. the car starts only when i jump star with a charger 200 amp ...
A: Probable cause is low compression.When you hit it with the charger its turning the engine much ...
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| Apollo/Camry SV21 conversion to Efi | 3/22/2007 |
Q: How difficult is it to convert a 1989 SV21 Camry to EFI and do you know if the wiring loom is ...
A: How would you run the injectors?There isnt a loom for this system.Not istalled in your version so ...
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| 1996 mazda 626 manual transmission | 3/21/2007 |
Q: sir, my mazda has had a transmission oil change and i added lucas tranny oil 24oz. to new ...
A: If you have a lot of miles on the transmission,then i would think its worn and will make it hard to ...
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| 1996 Eclipse | 3/18/2007 |
Q: My car has stopped on the interstate several times but after I pull off the road and sit for a few ...
A: You are going to attempt this yourself?.I am worried that if you have never changed a fuel pump and ...
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| 96 chevy corsica bad intake manifold or bad plugs? | 3/16/2007 |
Q: MY QUESTION IS I HAVE A 96 CHEVY CORSICA AND I SAW OIL ON THE INTAKE MANIFOLD AND IT LOOKS CRACKED. ...
A: What do you mean when you say cracked?Is the manifold cracked?If so.then yes the car will not run ...
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| FUEL GAUGE | 3/12/2007 |
Q: I REPLACE THE FUEL PUMP ON MY 2001 GMC SIERRA , BOUTH 2 WEEKS MY FUEL GAUGE SAID LOW FUEL I REPLACE ...
A: All the components for the sender unit are in the tank with the fuel pump.It will have a fuse on the ...
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| 01 Sonata 2.4l | 3/11/2007 |
Q: The text above is a follow-up to ... -----Question----- Hello > And thanks for your help a ...
A: Timing isnt adjustable.Hold the cams until you are SURE you have all pulleys lined ...
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| Intermittent Engine Misfire on 2000 Toyota Camry when wet outside | 3/9/2007 |
Q: If there is no check engine light, can there be a code? I had 2 different mechanics (one of them ...
A: There are 2 types of code.Hard code which makes the light stay on until cleared, and intermittent ...
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| VW Jetta Ignition Clickinng -- No turn | 3/7/2007 |
Q: Hey Sean -- I have a 2000 VW Jetta that has been sitting for about 10 days. When I tru to start ...
A: Sounds like the battery is dead.Sitting for 10 days is ok for a good battery but if its got a bad ...
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| 01 Sonata 2.4l | 3/5/2007 |
Q: > And thanks for your help a few months ago. > unfortunately my timing belt replacement ...
A: You say you verified TDC by removing the plug?.This isnt the most accurate way.If you look at the ...
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| AIR BAG REPLACEMENT | 3/5/2007 |
Q: SHOULD AIR BAGS BE REPLACED IN A 1998 CAMRY WITH 100K MILES ON THE ODO? IN OTHER WORDS, IS IT SAFE ...
A: If you have the owners handbook it will tell you what the time period is to replace them.Most cars ...
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| 1994 Toyota Previa LE AllTrac | 3/5/2007 |
Q: I have a chance to buy a beautiful 94' Previa LE AllTrac. It is a one owner with 46,000 original ...
A: You will need to find the line fuse.Its usually on the firewall near the battery not in the fuse ...
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| 1993 ford exploler | 3/2/2007 |
Q: I have replaced the start with a used one for the junk yard. it wont start had the first one tested ...
A: If the starter wont engage then its a solenoid problem.The power goes to the starter and drives the ...
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| info | 3/1/2007 |
Q: I think i heard that the trans may have to be taken apart to fix the problem. sounds costly. hhmmm. ...
A: Yes you will have to have the transmission looked at by a expert.The only way is to investigate this ...
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| grand am on board diagnostic | 3/1/2007 |
Q: My 98 Grand am failed inspection because the plug in connector under the inst cluster wasn't giving ...
A: You will need the wiring diagram for this car.Trace the plug back to the PCM.It may be a faulty ...
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| automatic transmission | 2/27/2007 |
Q: Ok, I've asked this question to many others and I've gotten some mixed answers about it. In an ...
A: I have been asked this a few times but really if you like changing gears, then its better to drive a ...
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| Windshield Washer Hose | 2/25/2007 |
Q: I'd like to know how I can replace the Windshield Washer Hose... Thank You
A: Simple enough.Trace all the hose from the bottle and buy new hose from the dealer or parts ...
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| Starting problems | 2/24/2007 |
Q: I have a 1995 park avenue that will not start. It was running and then just would not restart. I ...
A: All engines need 3 things to start as you know,spark,compresson and fuel/air mix at the correct time ...
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| Car starting issue | 2/22/2007 |
Q: Can you also please tell me what are the symptoms of an ignition switch going bad? Is ist possible ...
A: Symptoms usally are the car wont turn over or the dash lights will not come on.Key fails to turn or ...
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| Mazda b2200 | 2/13/2007 |
Q: I have a Mazda B2200 with the MIL light flashing. Retrieved a code 25. I have read that it means ...
A: Vacuum pressure control.If you dont have any leaks from the vacuum hoses then the valve may be ...
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| 1997 nissan maxima not starting | 2/13/2007 |
Q: i have a 97 nissan maxima. i use to work in the auto industry as a service advisor. i purchased the ...
A: The starter not turning is usually the solenoid/starter or the ignition switch,or relay.The start ...
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| replace water pump 1985 cadillac fleetwood 250 engine | 2/13/2007 |
Q: I can't seem to get the big mounting bracket off that is located between the alternator and AC. ...
A: If you are removing the water pump then it has to be removed for access.What is the ...
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| 1994 Kia Sephia | 2/11/2007 |
Q: I need to replace the battery cables in my 1994 Kia Sephia...can you give me a step by step guide ...
A: Pretty easy to do so,first remove the negative terminal from the battery.Then remove the ...
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| automotive | 2/8/2007 |
Q: an 85 cutlass supreme , I can now be reached at lex2g@bigstring.comI just recently put a thermostat ...
A: Theres no way for me to tell what is damaged without actually seeing the engine.The cutlass is fuel ...
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| state emissions inspection | 2/5/2007 |
Q: I have a 1993 Nissan 300ZX. 172K miles. Maintained by a friend who happens to be a Nissan shop ...
A: Im afraid its a new cat as the NO is usually too high when its done.HC also is affected by the cat ...
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| 03 lancer wont start | 2/5/2007 |
Q: i have a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer ES. i left the tank below a quarter over a 3 day weekend which was ...
A: You will need to read the code as it seems this is related to the non start.The fuel may be getting ...
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| 1996 Geo tracker | 2/3/2007 |
Q: I have fuel and spark. If I take the efi fuse out while someone turns the engine over and insert and ...
A: The EFI fuse is the electronic fuel injection so if you are getting fuel to the rail as you say,it ...
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| truck wont start | 1/31/2007 |
Q: it is an 88, its at a auto shop, they called and said that the starter was engaged and loose, they ...
A: The piston cannot "hit the head".it may hit the valves but when that happens the engine will go off ...
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| ford truck wont start | 1/30/2007 |
Q: my truck started and I got about two blocks when it died, I got it to crank over and take me about a ...
A: If you have blown the motor it will be siezed and the crank wont turn at all.You will have to try ...
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| 1989 Chevy Van 3/4 ton | 1/26/2007 |
Q: My van is running rough and is choking off while driving. The fuel filter is what I think is the ...
A: Possibly is your filter as these vans have a very small one located underneath at the rear passenger ...
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| vw engine | 1/24/2007 |
Q: there is a vw golf gl i am interested in but it has 162,000 miles on it . my ? is how many miles ...
A: How much service work has been done on it?Has the car been maintained well?.Usually in my experience ...
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| Antifreeze Leak | 1/22/2007 |
Q: I have been replacing antifreeze in my car every 3-4 days now. The antifreeze will leak under my ...
A: Really its a leak from any number of places.What you have to do is find out exactly where its ...
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| car jerking while driving | 1/21/2007 |
Q: as i'm driving my car sometimes my 1992 Buick LeSabre will make a quick jerking/hesitation that is ...
A: Could be electrical or fuel.Theres really no way to tell as there are so many components on the ...
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| 1998 Buick Park Avenue | 1/18/2007 |
Q: We purchased a 1998 Buick Park Avenue last week and it has been parked our garage. Yesterday and ...
A: It would depend on the weather i think.If you were driving the car then parked it in the garage,the ...
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| 93 ford explorer | 1/14/2007 |
Q: I have a problem with something draining the battery. I have replaced the ...
A: Ok,heres how to test for drain.Remove the negative terminal from your battery and using a 12 volt ...
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| 1998 toyota tacoma cylinder 6 misfire | 1/13/2007 |
Q: My truck started running slugish about two weeks ago. Last week the check engine light came on so I ...
A: Eliminate the valve by doing a compression test on that cylinder.If the cylinder is ok you will have ...
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| installing battery cable set | 1/13/2007 |
Q: the battery connector is broken, i was told i had to replace the entire cable set i need help with ...
A: Easy enough to replace.What you need is 2 cables and you can ask your parts guy what length and 1 ...
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| 1991 Dynasty Camshaft sensor | 1/12/2007 |
Q: Can you tell me where the camshaft sensor is located on a 1991 Dodge Dynasty?
A: Silly answer but its on the camshaft.More than likely its at the front or rear,It will look like a ...
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| 97 chevy s10 won"t start | 1/12/2007 |
Q: my mom has a 97 s10 pickup that she got a year ago.it ran fine then n has been parked 4 a year n the ...
A: If you think it s the fuel pump,you can test it before you go buying one.Get a fuel pressure tester ...
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| 1998 VW Jetta (TDI) Electrical | 1/12/2007 |
Q: I've been having recent problems with electrical peripherals. Engine starts fine, but usually the ...
A: The black box would be the power distribution box which houses all your relays.It sounds like you ...
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| 1991 volkswagen golf | 1/11/2007 |
Q: i have a 1991 volkswagen golf 4cyl 1.8. when it is really cold out the car will rev high when it ...
A: It may be your MAF sensor.Thats the mass air flow sensor and goes between the air filter and ...
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| 2002 tahoe | 1/10/2007 |
Q: Sean Have a 2002 Tahoe flex fuel 5.3 l, vehicle sits outside in Minnesota. Started and idled ...
A: No,there isnt a sensor it is the fuel actually starting to freeze.32 degrees is freezing point and ...
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| Horn blows all the time | 1/10/2007 |
Q: My daughter bought a 1997 Mitsubishi Marage and the horn blows all the time while the key is on. The ...
A: I would still have the car looked at as the airbag and horn wires are pretty close together.The horn ...
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| emissions testing in NJ | 1/9/2007 |
Q: I own a 1993 300ZX and every two years have difficulty passing the state emissions test. Any ...
A: Yes ,there is an additive for the gas called "pass smog "and its available in most parts stores.When ...
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| 97 chevy venture van 3.1L | 1/9/2007 |
Q: my van makes serious noise then shuts down, but will start right back up. the noise will go away, ...
A: Noise from the engine usually isnt good news.Cam or followers maybe but unless i actually hear it, i ...
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| 1989 ford escort | 1/7/2007 |
Q: 1989 ford escort quit while driving. Will not start. Engine turns over strong. Checked and is ...
A: Check for spark and it may be the cap or rotor.The module is usually on the firewall.It may have the ...
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| heater motor | 1/5/2007 |
Q: ive got an r reg astra deisel , and the heater stops working on its own, ive checked fuses but cant ...
A: The blower motor is usually under the dash.Up under the dash about the middle of the windscreen.Some ...
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| 1986 olds delta88 brakes | 1/4/2007 |
Q: I had no pressure when bleeding frnt and rear left side brakes right side ok changed master cyl ...
A: Some cars like the older ones have this and are sometimes hard to bleed.Best way is bleed farthest ...
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| 2001 Ford Taurus stalls when braking | 1/4/2007 |
Q: We have a 2001 Ford Taurus which occasionally will act like it wants to stall out when stopping at ...
A: Lots of causes,EGR valve,o2 sensor,leak at the vacuum system or ISC,idle speed control motor or ...
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| 1991 Chevy van | 1/3/2007 |
Q: My husband and his cousin tried to jump start my 1991 chevy passenger van. They hooked the cables up ...
A: Its impossible to evaluate the damage as you have possibly burnt out more than one circuit.So best i ...
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| no brake lights | 12/21/2006 |
Q: I have a 1998 Nissan Sentra and I have no brake lights. I have checked the bulbs and the fuses under ...
A: Are you gettin power to the switch on the pedal?Thats the switch on the pedal box directly behind ...
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| 99 camaro 3.8 problem | 12/21/2006 |
Q: I have a 99 Camaro 3.8, It has been shutting off on me while i am driving and takes about 5 or 6 ...
A: Not a lot of information but really it could be anything.First thing i would check is the fuel ...
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| 99 nissan maxima | 12/20/2006 |
Q: my car does not have factory anti theft devicei was putting in my new radio. and the battery went ...
A: Ok ,thats a problem you dont have to solve.If the engines getting fuel and spark then it must ...
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| engine | 12/20/2006 |
Q: I forgot to mention that when the car is not hot, the starter movement is fast and the engine can ...
A: If you have oil in the radiator then the head gasket is gone.The smoke is probably exhaust gas also ...
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| 99 nissan maxima | 12/20/2006 |
Q: i was putting in my new radio. and the battery went died put every thin back in charged the battery ...
A: If all the fuses are ok then its unlikely that you have a bad relay .Thats if the car was running ok ...
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| whirling/whistling sound when rpms increase | 12/19/2006 |
Q: I have a 95 Mitsubishi galant ES, I have in the past 2 months replaced the alternator and ...
A: I cant diagnose the noise as theres so many reasons for this.Alternator,power steering pump.bearings ...
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| mini relays | 12/18/2006 |
Q: I got the relay out. My car caught on fire and now my headlights run constantly, my tail-lights ...
A: All i can suggest is that you take the car to a electrician because it sounds like you have shorted ...
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| Transmission shift cable | 12/18/2006 |
Q: It is a column shift. It is also a tilt wheel. Thank you.I have a 1988 Chevy Celebrity. I am in ...
A: The cable will be connected to the transmission under the hood.Find out where it is and disconnect ...
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| too much pressure | 12/18/2006 |
Q: I have a 92 eldorado with a 4.9 ltr. engine.about a month ago it started running really hot so I ...
A: You will have to take it and have it tested for hydro carbon leak.That is the head gasket leak.It ...
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| Nissan Sentra 1997 ignition | 12/14/2006 |
Q: I have a '97 Nissan Sentra (Automatic transmission). Often when I try and turn the key in the ...
A: Your friend is right.The flywheel or starter or both seem like they are worn out so if you remove ...
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| bmw battery charging | 12/13/2006 |
Q: an easy one for you, but will help me no end! My 1992 K reg (UK) BMW 520i is in my driveway with a ...
A: The battery on some beemers may be in the boot or under the rear seat.In the boot on the right side ...
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| 2000 Mitsubishi Mirage HORN | 12/11/2006 |
Q: I have a 2000 Mitsubishi Mirage. When it is very cold outside. I put the key in the ignition and ...
A: This is an odd problem.Usually with wet weather i would expect electrical problems but extreme cold ...
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| 06 Sebring key stuck | 12/8/2006 |
Q: They fixed the lock and it worked for about a half a day before it started getting stuck again. ...
A: Options yes.Personally i wouldnt touch this car ,to buy that is, but thats your choice.It isnt the ...
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| Civic, Corolla, Scion | 12/2/2006 |
Q: I'm a single mom on a budget trying to by a used car. I'm a bit nervous buying a car as a woman ...
A: My opinion is dont buy this car.It looks like a cop puller.Sporty yes but who knows how its been ...
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| 1999 Nissan Altima Dvr. door pins / bushings | 12/1/2006 |
Q: Any direction on how to replace my driver door pins and bushings? Do I need a special press to ...
A: There is a special tool for the pins .It isnt that expensive so take a look on google and it will ...
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| 1999 Nissan Altima EVAP Leak (Code P 1440) | 11/30/2006 |
Q: 1) Any suggestions how to find the EVAP leak for do it yourself person. I have access to a code ...
A: The lock problem is remove them one at a time and free them up.Its a bit of a job but it can be done ...
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| Maxima 98 starting problem | 11/30/2006 |
Q: My car just died on me today as it won't start. Basically, i'm suspecting bad starter as there is no ...
A: Could be the starter as this is the usual symptoms no crank..the starter is between the bell housing ...
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| car horn | 11/30/2006 |
Q: Yes, I looked at the fuse but nothing say horn.I have a 96 Dodge Neon. The car horn does not work. ...
A: The horn may be on a circuit with some other electrical component such as turn signals,interior ...
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| 1999 Nissan Altima EVAP Leak (Code P 1440) | 11/29/2006 |
Q: 1) My "service engine light" has come on twice over the last 6 weeks (Code P 1440); which Nissan ...
A: The car possibly does have a small leak from the EVAP system so its a trip back to the shop to find ...
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| car horn | 11/29/2006 |
Q: I have a 96 Dodge Neon. The car horn does not work. I cant find the horn under the hood to check ...
A: The horn will be either under the bumper ,or under the plastic wheel protector just behind the ...
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| 2000 Ford Explore rear door not unlocking | 11/29/2006 |
Q: It's a4wd XLS with no rear air bags.My 2000 Ford Explore rear door locks would not unlock. All the ...
A: I havnt seen any more reports on this so you will need to monitor the doors and if it happens again ...
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| battery light comes on | 11/28/2006 |
Q: I HAVE A 1995 HYUNDAI ACCCENT MY BATTERY LIGHT COMES ON AND FLICKERS WHEN I STEP ON THE GAS THE ...
A: Sounds like the charge system.The car will not start eventually.You will need to check the charge ...
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| Chevy s10 - drain plug | 11/26/2006 |
Q: Would like to drain the radiator and replace new coolant. On bottom of radiator appears to be the ...
A: No trick really but you might snap it off.In this case you will need to remove the plug and fit a ...
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| 2000 Ford Explore rear door not unlocking | 11/23/2006 |
Q: My 2000 Ford Explore rear door locks would not unlock. All the other doors unlocked but the rear ...
A: I havnt heard of any recalls on this as of yet.As for why this happened ,i believe it could be in ...
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| Car Repair | 11/17/2006 |
Q: last month the temp gauge in my 95 Honda Civix DX kept on shooting up into the red so I took it into ...
A: It is true the head gasket can go after the repairs are done.Even if the car runs fine for a couple ...
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| '88 Mazda B2200 quits cold | 11/10/2006 |
Q: This truck has 224K miles, engine rebuilt at 138K. Recently, while driving it under a range of ...
A: Could be the fuel pump.You will have to test the pressure and also the regulator to see whats going ...
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| 95 olds achieva wet floorboards | 11/9/2006 |
Q: when it rains they get soaked. it is always the drivers side but occasionally the passenger side. it ...
A: From experience it it most likely the windshield.The rubber around the windshield itself becomes ...
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| engine computer chip | 11/8/2006 |
Q: I have a 2005 Hyundai Accent 1.6L AT that is getting 20mpg on the highway. I've tried FI cleaners, ...
A: Thats not great mileage for a 1.6,,,i have a 2.0 GT and it gets 30 mpg highway mpg.Are you sure ...
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| Wheel Bearings | 11/7/2006 |
Q: okay, well i just took off the two front tires and noticed a pretty good amount of rust in between ...
A: Scored rotors are caused by particles of dirt getting trapped between the pads and rotors.I have ...
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| Wheel Bearings | 11/6/2006 |
Q: If my wheel bearings were dry in my 2000 Nissan GXE after sitting for about 2 years, how would i go ...
A: Wheel bearings dont usually go "dry".They are sealed units and can sit for years without ...
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| 2004 ford mustang 4.6L GT | 11/5/2006 |
Q: I got and engine service light. took it to ford. i got two codes. P0102 - which is the MAF (mass air ...
A: It sounds like you have an intake mainifold leak.Thats why the idle is so high .This will cause lean ...
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| 1998 Subaru impreza 2. gl non turbo | 11/3/2006 |
Q: I have a 98 Subaru impreza 2.0gl non turbo. There is a smell of burning oil or rubber coming from ...
A: Yes he is correct.The rear oil seal involves removing the transmission.The smell is oil leaking on ...
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| 94 explorer | 11/1/2006 |
Q: i am working on a 94 ford explorer it will start fine when it gets hot it will cut off. if i take ...
A: Reasons for this can be the fuel pressure regulator,PCV valve stuck open,incorrect fuel pressure,MAF ...
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| Key Stuck in Ignition | 10/31/2006 |
Q: Now can you give me a rough estimate as to how much this might cost? Do give you a better idea of ...
A: It does sound like the pedal/switch has a problem.The 3 are all connected as its a safety thing.You ...
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| Key Stuck in Ignition | 10/30/2006 |
Q: Here is the problem; I have a 2000 Eclipse GT Automatic, and I'll start the car and go wherever I ...
A: You probably need a new mechanism.It can be bought at the dealer without much trouble to fit.The ...
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| Starting problems | 10/28/2006 |
Q: I am having a major problem starting my 1997 NIssan maxima. It has 148000 miles on it. I have ...
A: Looks like you have been busy.So,,,,basically you need 3 things to start your car.Spark,,,fuel and ...
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| coolant loss | 10/27/2006 |
Q: i have a 1991 dodge dynasty with the 3.3L V6 and over the past few months have noticed coolant loss ...
A: Even though you cant see oil in the coolant or vice versa,the head gasket or gaskets and intake will ...
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| My 2000 Lexus ES 300 | 10/27/2006 |
Q: Generally, my car has been running well. But one day this week, when I started the ignition, it ...
A: Check the fuel filter and if its been a while since you changed it,i would install a new one.Other ...
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| '00 V-wag, leaking oil around filter | 10/26/2006 |
Q: Sir, When I changed the oil in my wife's '00 Volkswagen bug,oil started leaking bad around the oil ...
A: Clean the filter housing and you will see a gasket that is between the filter housing and the ...
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| brake problem | 10/25/2006 |
Q: .. Would you suggest sticking to a dealer (which i think would cost more? or would a Meinike or ...
A: Im not familiar with these compamies so i cant say .I wouldnt rely on dealers either from what i ...
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| brake problem | 10/25/2006 |
Q: my vw '95 cabrio is having some brake issues. While stopping the brake with initially grab.. and ...
A: With ABS it is better to have a certified mechanic do this work as the ABS is under very high ...
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| Cold start problem | 10/25/2006 |
Q: I am having a cold start problem of my 97 WRX. It it very hard to start in the morning or after ...
A: Sounds like fuel pressure.I would check your filter,fuel pump,EGR valve.Look for any vacuum leaks ...
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| '99 Explorer trouble codes | 10/22/2006 |
Q: I'm getting the code P0171 (fuel system too lean bank 1). What does "bank 1" mean? It still runs ...
A: This is caused by possibly a leak at your intake manifold.Bank one means either the right 3 ...
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| spark plugs | 10/21/2006 |
Q: I have a 1994 infinity q45. One day while driving home from work, the engine light came on I stopped ...
A: Possibly yes it may be the plugs but it depends on your regular maintenance.If the light came on get ...
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| 93 honda prelude | 10/19/2006 |
Q: i have 93 prelude si 2.3 engine recently it has been idling so rough that it wants to jump into the ...
A: Check all vacuum lines for leaks.You will need a vacuum tester and it could also be the intake ...
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| Transmission | 10/18/2006 |
Q: I towed a 1992 Mazda 929 about 200 miles using a U-Hual Front wheels tow dolly. The engine was off ...
A: If i am correct this car is RWD.Rear wheel drive,,so basically you shouldnt have towed it at all ...
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| 1996 mazda 626 clutch | 10/14/2006 |
Q: how do i adjust the clutch on a 1996 mazda 626 2.0 executive.
A: I believe these cars use a cable for the clutch and its not adjustable.What is the reason it needs ...
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| faulty fuel reading? | 10/14/2006 |
Q: I have a 96 Dodge Neon It seem that I am getting a faulty fuel reading. Look like it is eating ...
A: When you say it uses a lot of fuel,does it or have you tried to compare the actual mileage compared ...
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| 99 mazda protoge idling question please | 10/10/2006 |
Q: I would like some possiblities as to why my 99 mazda protoge (it has about 167,000 miles) keeps ...
A: Reason for a lot of oil use,is it has high mileage and possibly a leak also.It depends on what your ...
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| 91 beretta won't start/run | 10/6/2006 |
Q: Car has 185,000 M, did comp. test, 145# on three cyl 95# on 4th. is there any way to tell if the ...
A: Theres no way to tell unless you remove the cover.Why did you replace the ECM?..Rare for these to ...
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| Gas fill-up problem | 9/27/2006 |
Q: I have a 2003 Toyota Tacoma with 45,000 miles. The last time I tried to fill it up, the back flow ...
A: This is a job for a trained mechanic but if you want to look at it the breather, it is inside the ...
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| Gas fill-up problem | 9/26/2006 |
Q: I have a 2003 Toyota Tacoma with 45,000 miles. The last time I tried to fill it up, the back flow ...
A: You have a problem with the emissions,too much pressure in the tank.Usually the pressure is around ...
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| Ignition Problem | 9/24/2006 |
Q: I have a 1981 Toyota Pickup that starts intermittently. While checking for spark at the coil, I ...
A: Yes its a bad coil.There is a rating in the manual for these coils but what you describe is like a ...
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| Audi power window not completing | 9/23/2006 |
Q: You said, "to stop at a certain point when the cutoff goes". Can you please explain this a little ...
A: Easiest way to fix this problem is to replace the mechanism with the motor,,,,its a bit technical to ...
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| flooded integra?? | 9/22/2006 |
Q: I have a 93 integra 1.8 DOHC with a cold air intake. i was driving to chipotle and they had a ton of ...
A: If you have no spark thats why it wont run.Also jack up the car and run any water out of the ...
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| flooded integra?? | 9/22/2006 |
Q: I have a 93 integra 1.8 DOHC with a cold air intake. i was driving to chipotle and they had a ton of ...
A: First off check for spark.Remove the plugs again and see if you still have water in the cylinders,i ...
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| 2000 Chevy S10 Extreme turn signal | 9/16/2006 |
Q: My husband spent $100 to replace the entire turn signal unit on the steering column, and it did not ...
A: He will need to unhook the trailer and start again to look for the problem.I believe it could be a ...
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| shifting out of PARK? | 9/10/2006 |
Q: I have a problem that you may or may not know the answer to. I have an automatic 2002 VW Jetta that, ...
A: Most newer cars have this safety switch which only allows the shift when you put your foot on the ...
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| electrical | 9/9/2006 |
Q: i have a 90 camry 4cyl. It has a new battery and a new alternator but the alternator is not ...
A: If the reading across the battrey is 12.50...13.00 or there abouts ,it is charging.Do you have a red ...
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| 1997 dodge ram van | 9/9/2006 |
Q: Have a 1997 dodge ram full sized van with 89,000 on it. Once van warms up the minute you take your ...
A: I dont know how the dealer managed to adjust it as there isnt any adjustment in the idle its done by ...
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| Toyota - wheel bearings | 9/2/2006 |
Q: I just had my front driver side wheel bearing replaced two days ago. Yesterday I drove about 200 ...
A: If it is the same problem then it is not good to drive on a bad wheel bearing as it could freeze up ...
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| low oil 1995 galant | 9/2/2006 |
Q: I just bought a 1995 Galant used with 123,000 miles. I have had it one month. Last week oil light ...
A: If returning the car isnt an option then im afraid you have a major engine problem.The oil is being ...
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| 1997 Nissan Maxima 3.0L starting problem | 8/31/2006 |
Q: Lately with my 97' maxima when I attempt to start it, the motor turns but will not start Until I ...
A: You didnt say how many miles but a general tune up may help.Change the fuel filter too and look at ...
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| Alternator | 8/31/2006 |
Q: 1996 GT Mustang, same alternator for 7 years since then have gone thru 6 - July put in alternator, ...
A: No apparent reason?....do you mean you have gone thru 6 alternators?..Try a new alternator from a ...
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| bmw 540i | 8/28/2006 |
Q: sir my 1995 5401 is always shakey when idling runs fine you cant drive it until get it warm if you ...
A: Sounds like you have a misfire,,you didnt say how many miles you have on the engine ..it is possible ...
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| 1988 astro drivebelt tensioner | 8/28/2006 |
Q: On my astro the tensioner pully is all the way to the left. It does move to the right when I move ...
A: Offhand i believe there is a bolt up the middle of the pulley but im not too familiar with this ...
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| Cold weather hard start and stalling | 8/18/2006 |
Q: The first trip back from the dealer the hard start was still there. The van has 113,000 miles. The ...
A: the vacuum test is simple you can do it yourself,,go to your local parts store and buy a vacuum ...
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| 2000 kia sephia won't start | 8/17/2006 |
Q: Car went dead while driving, won't restart, 5 speed no prior problems
A: This sounds like a major fault either electrical or fuel.There are several components that will need ...
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| Cold weather hard start and stalling | 8/16/2006 |
Q: I have a 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan with the 3.8 litre engine. In the summer time right now runs ...
A: The white smoke is coolant and im sure you have a small leak at the head gasket/intake.Which will ...
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| Subaru Wagon Steering Problem | 8/16/2006 |
Q: 2005 Subaru Wagon steering keeps locking to the point that the key cannot be inserted. We tried ...
A: park with the wheels straight?..thats a new one.lol...theres really a problem with the steering lock ...
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| subary legacy wont drive in reverse 1995 | 8/16/2006 |
Q: i have a subaru lagace 1995 autimatic transmission 1.8l engine. i bought a subary legacy it has a ...
A: You said it ,,,,,transmission problem is what it is.It will go eventually with no forward gears ...
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| Volkswagon Jetta-brakes | 8/13/2006 |
Q: I have a 2002 Volkswagon Jetta VR6...I got in my car this am to go to work and I couldn't get my car ...
A: the neutral safety switch,,or the brake switch ,,look under the brake pedal and see if its connected ...
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| 1993 Nissan Sentra, electrical problems | 8/9/2006 |
Q: My father is 90 and loves his 1993 Sentra. Three days ago it started fine as usual, but none of the ...
A: These cars seem to have a lot of electrical problems 93,94 95,,,the solution is in the harness but ...
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| 95 civic dx 1.5 no spark | 8/8/2006 |
Q: Car just died while driving. I replaced distributor due to oil leak from internal seal. Still no ...
A: Did you check the igniton fuse?....the main one on the firewall,I have seen this happen a few times ...
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| brake warning light | 8/4/2006 |
Q: 1986 mazda 323 gls.brake dash warning light comes on flickering.When hand brake is applied it goes ...
A: If your car has ABS then it may be a sensor if not ,its probably the E brake warning light ...
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| Timing or sensors? | 8/4/2006 |
Q: Followup To Okay Sean I followed your directions to the T but now it wont start at all. I got to TDC ...
A: i would test the ignition module for correct ohms,sounds like electrics,,,,,,thats if all is timed ...
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| Sporadic hard start | 8/2/2006 |
Q: I have 1997 Saturn SL2 with 106k miles. When cold it ocassionally takes 2 key ons to start. Vehicle ...
A: You can do a run test with a pressure guage ,usually is 45 lbs PSI at the rail.Im thinking more than ...
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| 1997 honda civic drivers side rear door won't open | 8/1/2006 |
Q: hi i have a 97 civic the rear door acts like it is loced neather door handle will open it any ...
A: You will have to remove the door panel from the inside,tricky but possible then look at the rod to ...
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| power loss in the engine | 8/1/2006 |
Q: i have a kia sportage 2wd with a 5 speed and the 2.0 dohc engine. my trouble is that my kia does not ...
A: I assume you mean the check engine light?..if so then there must be a code..I would try and find ...
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| 1997 Chrysler Sebring | 7/31/2006 |
Q: I have a 1997 Chrysler Sebring that have been the very bane of existence. When I accelerate, I have ...
A: if the transmission fluid is ok then its a trip back to the shop.2 years is not very good for a ...
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| timing belt removal | 7/31/2006 |
Q: I'm Replacing the water pump on my 1995 ford contour and i can't seem to get the cams to lock. Is ...
A: yes,bring the #1 cylinder to TDC then after you have removed the plugs(all of them)...turn the crank ...
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| Overheating | 7/30/2006 |
Q: I have a 1993 Toyota Mark II Grande, Right side steering with 113K on it. It overheats from time to ...
A: Does your car use coolant?Check to see if it is leaking and if so ,repair should stop the overheat ...
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| Timing or sensors? | 7/28/2006 |
Q: ------------------------- Followup To Okay Sean I followed your directions to the T but now it ...
A: so,,,all cars need 3 things to run correctly,1.spark.2.the correct fuel mixture.3.compression.All of ...
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| Timing or sensors? | 7/27/2006 |
Q: Ive got and have had many Trackers and Sidekicks but this particular 1995 sidekick 16 valve 1.6 is ...
A: I assume you changed the intake gaskets,,,the firing order should be 1342,,,most 4 cylinders are ...
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| air conditioning/airbag light | 7/26/2006 |
Q: I have a 1994 Dodge Intrepid. The air conditioner will not work. They replaced the o-rings and put ...
A: the compressor relay may be at fault or the system may be low on gas in which case the sensor will ...
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| 98 vw jetta stalling | 7/19/2006 |
Q: I have a 98 VW Jetta GL(4cyl,2.0,std-91,000 miles)and I was teaching ,my wife how to drive stick, ...
A: your car has a brake booster under the hood it is right in front of the steering wheel in the engine ...
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| manual transmission/differential | 7/18/2006 |
Q: I have a 99 Honda Civic EX 5-speed and when I'm driving, my car becomes very loud making a ...
A: The 5 speed transmission on these hardly ever give problems if they have been serviced ...
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| Saturn | 7/17/2006 |
Q: I've been having a problem with my 2002 Saturn LW300 for about 2 months now, and would greatly ...
A: you got yourself a lemon for sure.sorry but thats it.saturn in particular have all kinds of problems ...
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| Car Shakes when braking!!! | 7/17/2006 |
Q: I bought a 1999 knowing that it needed brake work and I replaced both rotors, and pads up front and ...
A: If all is well with the steering etc,i would look at the wheels and tires,any buckle in the rim will ...
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| 1989 bmw 525i vacuum leak | 7/16/2006 |
Q: The vacuum leak seems to sound like its by the rear of the engine by the fuel injectors and I think ...
A: yes thats the awkward one at the back.The only way to do it right is take off the intake manifold or ...
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| Car Shakes when braking!!! | 7/15/2006 |
Q: I bought a 1999 knowing that it needed brake work and I replaced both rotors, and pads up front and ...
A: Sounds like steering components,check the steering rack and pinion.Both tie rods inner and outer and ...
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| Suzuki Alto Steering Wheels | 7/10/2006 |
Q: i own a J reg automatic Suzuki Alto, which was recently broken into. they stole the steering wheel. ...
A: Does your car have an airbag?...if so then leave it to the experts,if not its fairly straight ...
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| What to buy? | 7/10/2006 |
Q: In your opinion, what is the best SUV for the money today, considering the quality of Honda & Toyota ...
A: They are all good value and safe.My opinion is to look at the car with the most recalls and stay ...
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| 1982 jeep p/u | 7/9/2006 |
Q: I have a 1982 jeep p/u j20 360 i use it to haul stone & firewood around property.My problem is last ...
A: rotor cap plugs and wires?.did you change the wires?...also time for a fuel filter and check the EGR ...
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| Automotive electrical | 7/9/2006 |
Q: I have had a new exaust put on a citreon Dispatch van. For some reason my tachometer display has ...
A: its usually on the transmission,maybe the shop hasnt connected it up right.Look at the bell housing ...
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| power to fuel pump | 7/9/2006 |
Q: Sean, I have a 1985 Mazda RX-7 GSL-SE (fuel injected 13b rotary engine). I just replaced the ...
A: The rear wipers wont be on the same relay.The fuel pump relay is seperate from all the ...
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| '04 Altima, AC causing stumbling | 7/8/2006 |
Q: I own a 2004 Nissan Altima, 2.5L. The AC had been out for some time (blew hot air), we took it to a ...
A: sounds like you got a few problems,one is the evap system which has a prob not related to the ...
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| 1980 Fiat | 7/8/2006 |
Q: I bought a 1980 Fiat from an 85 yr old man about 5 months ago. The gentleman had not driven it in ...
A: yes an easy fix ,this car is metric size so you can get a bolt or bolts pretty much anywhere.Take a ...
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| Engine Light Volkswagen Jetta 1998 | 7/7/2006 |
Q: we recently had our jetta in for a tune up. now the engine light is on all the time. took it back ...
A: the dealership doesnt know?,,but they must be able to read the code if the check engine light is ...
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| '93 Ford Explorer Starting Problem | 7/5/2006 |
Q: I have a '93 Ford Explorer with approximately 90,000 miles on it. It is immaculate and well taken ...
A: one of the three things you tried usually is the problem,solenoid,starter,battery,i am pretty sure ...
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| Mazda H3C Bulbs | 7/4/2006 |
Q: After a couple of years of trouble-free driving my H3C dip headlights blew. I replaced them and have ...
A: yes,ive seen this on mercedes as well,only the dealer bulbs seem to work because theyre high ...
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| automatic transmisson | 7/3/2006 |
Q: I have 1987 Chevy.suburban with 350 engine &automatic trainsmisson.Trainsmisson works great in all ...
A: had the same problem with a car recently and it was a bad valve in the valve body,,the year of your ...
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| 1980 Fiat | 7/2/2006 |
Q: I bought a 1980 Fiat from an 85 yr old man about 5 months ago. The gentleman had not driven it in ...
A: they probably didnt change the fuel filter ,it could be your problem and also the fuel pump..did you ...
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| 1991 BMW 320i | 7/1/2006 |
Q: I have a BMW 320i (1991) and a warning light has occassionally been coming up under the tachometer. ...
A: its your brake fluid level indicator.it is probably low but before you just top it off see if the ...
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| Accord window off track | 6/28/2006 |
Q: You keep referring to the handle, I'm referring to the actual door lock, the little tab up by the ...
A: ok,sorry i didnt know what you meant,if its a round lock button then it unscrews anti clockwise same ...
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| Honda Civic Si, no spark | 6/28/2006 |
Q: I was driving yesterday and the car stalled and could not be started again. The ignition is ...
A: look at the distributor and check the cap and rotor.did your distributor have an oil leak as its a ...
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| Saab AC noise | 6/28/2006 |
Q: I've got an AC problem with my 1997 Saab 900se 2.0L turbo. It's got Automatic Climate Controll. ...
A: could be your compressor ,very unlikely its an air pocket,if your a/c is working ok,try taking off ...
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| Accord window off track | 6/28/2006 |
Q: but this screw isn't behind the handle, it's behind the actual door locking tab. But the door handle ...
A: if the screws not behind the handle then the complete handle has to come off its been a while since ...
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| Accord window off track | 6/28/2006 |
Q: I have a 2001 Honda Accord whose back window went off track. It is stuck about 4" below closed. I ...
A: shouldnt go off track but anyway the screw behind the handles tricky,you have to unhook the rod ...
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| 97 Elantra timeing belt | 6/25/2006 |
Q: I was told my my dealership that the timeing belt MUST be changed at 100,000 kms. I'm so close and ...
A: sorry i thought i sent the answer to you but it mustnt have went ,,so the timing belt usually needs ...
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| 97 Elantra timeing belt | 6/25/2006 |
Q: I was told my my dealership that the timeing belt MUST be changed at 100,000 kms. I'm so close and ...
A: most belts need replaced after 50 000 miles for safety but i have seen some of them run well over 80 ...
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| 1994 Geo Tracker | 6/24/2006 |
Q: My 1994 Geo Tracker engine "blew" -meaning that it threw a rod or ?which went through the oil ...
A: yes ,,before OBD2(pre 1994) most cars can be reset by disconnecting the negative battery ...
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| 2001 Duramax diesel-long idleing | 6/24/2006 |
Q: I have a 2001 GMC with diesel engine. I want to idle for extended periods(overnight)to keep battery ...
A: wont do it any harm but have you thought of a small generator?.....just to save wear and tear on the ...
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| engine rebuild for 93 eclipse | 6/24/2006 |
Q: About how much would it cost to rebuild an engine for 93 eclipse?
A: the shop that i use qoutes me 1400,,give or take ,thats with gaskets,all seals and new valves,,,,, ...
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| my tachometer keeps going out | 6/23/2006 |
Q: hey my name is max, i own a 1994 Nissan altima.. it runs great it has over 190,000 miles on it. but ...
A: the drive is usually hooked up to the transmission,,look for any harnesses going to it, on most cars ...
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| power windows | 6/21/2006 |
Q: Ihave a 1985 Mercedes 380se and I canot get 3 of my windows to go up or down I checked the fuses and ...
A: when you say they worked for a sec,,,did you check the fuses again?.sounds like a short but usually ...
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| dodge AC | 6/21/2006 |
Q: I have a 96 Ram Van. Upon start up, the AC Blows cold, after about a half to one hour of driving, ...
A: sounds like its losing the gas or not enough in the system.when you charged it did you test for ...
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| Coolant light keeps flashing on dash | 6/20/2006 |
Q: I own a 91 Audi 200 turbo. After i start the car there's a coolant light comes on. I'm not sure ...
A: yes definately get it fixed.You have a sensor for coolant level which is usually the one thats ...
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| Timing | 6/19/2006 |
Q: How do I adjust the timing on my Mitsibishu Expo ?
A: if its adjustable,,you can turn the distributor,either way ,,loosen the bolt or bolts and you will ...
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| 1995 F-150, 300/ 4.9 | 6/17/2006 |
Q: Starts and runs but wont go, give it gas and it falls on its face. Replaced distributor/ cap, rotor, ...
A: what you describe could be fuel flow ,or lack of it,i would test the fuel pressure and do a vacuum ...
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| Ford Escort running problem | 6/15/2006 |
Q: I have an escort that runs for about 10 minutes then shuts off. When it shuts off I still have ...
A: if you still have fuel pressure when it shuts off then the problem is in between the pump and the ...
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| driving | 6/14/2006 |
Q: everytime i pull into my parking lot, a few feet before i stop my car, i put in neutral and just ...
A: first off,,if you stop the engine and the cars still rolling,you got no power brakes,power ...
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| power failure | 6/13/2006 |
Q: I have a '99 Audi A6 and when you crank the car power is loss. The trip milage resets and there is a ...
A: what do you mean the power is lost?......does the car turn over slowly?..i think you may need a ...
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| remove a water pump | 6/12/2006 |
Q: how to remove the water pump of a 1989 honda prelude 2.0 si FI 16 valve and having problems ...
A: do you mean the crankshaft pulley?.ok,,,a trick i use if you dont have the special tool to hold the ...
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| Unknown tail lights | 6/12/2006 |
Q: I bought some euro lights off ebay thinking they were for my '95 honda accord but the seller was ...
A: does it say which country they were made in,,,?if you can find that out then try the dealer,if ...
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| fan not working | 6/10/2006 |
Q: i have a 93' ford probe gt 2.5L v6...i've had to replace the engine because of overheating...the ...
A: no,the one wire is for a/c only.you have a thermostat controlled switch usually on either the ...
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| Idles rough when in gear and hesitates | 6/10/2006 |
Q: I just purchased a 2000 Audi A4 1.8t,auto transmision,56k. My first Audi, car starts right up, ...
A: nope,,not your gas,,,and its not a audi fault cos ive driven them and its not a comman "fault",these ...
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| no subject | 6/7/2006 |
Q: just a very quick question. about 2 weeks ago, while starting my car's engine (2000 Toyota Solara), ...
A: if the car was shaking i would suspect a transmission mount or motor mount.better be safe and get ...
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| high idle | 6/7/2006 |
Q: i have a 1996 saturn 1.9 liter single overhead cam that idles at 2000 rpm how do i get it to go down ...
A: sounds like a leak at the vacuum,do you have any hoses split?..look around and see and do a vacuum ...
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| eagle talon AWD steering and brakes shake | 6/5/2006 |
Q: the cv joints are good, at least the boots are not cracked and i ve had cv problems befor with my ...
A: sorry i missed your reply,,,,,,,i am thinking its related to the hub on the side thats making the ...
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| big ends | 6/5/2006 |
Q: i own a nissan 200sx s13 (1991) ans i have a rattle coming from the bottom end of the engine. it ...
A: by a rattle you mean a hard knock?...then yes with the year of the car being 1991. but whats your ...
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| eagle talon AWD steering and brakes shake | 6/5/2006 |
Q: i have a 91 eagle talon awd tsi the front wheel, seems like only the left, shakes bad. i replaced ...
A: you told me most of the problem,,,the struts.if theyre gone then thats a big problem with ...
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| 1991 MB 300D heater/ac fan inop | 6/4/2006 |
Q: All controls appear normal [heat&ac will come thru vents at highway speed]. I removed the blower ...
A: you say the controls appear normal...what about the regulator?and also the CC unit on the ...
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| 98 Honda Prelude A/C | 6/3/2006 |
Q: 98 Honda Prelude that has the factory R-12 A/C system. What is the best course to take for ...
A: the old gas will have to be removed without releasing it into the air so its gonna have to be a shop ...
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| 97 Altima loss of power | 6/2/2006 |
Q: Today, while driving around I noticed that my rpms seemed to be moving around faster than normal. It ...
A: could be a vacuum leak.or the speed sensor.did your check engine light come on yet ,,you didnt ...
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| When parts go out... | 6/1/2006 |
Q: I have a 91 Acura Integra that is at about 180,000 miles. I'm really attached to the car and would ...
A: getting time for a major overhaul,expect anything to "go",head gasket,valve cover gasket,,belts,,oil ...
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| e.f.i. is it working ok | 6/1/2006 |
Q: it is up around the E F I unit on the back of the engine (looking from the front of the car)the hiss ...
A: could be the evap,,,,thats the vacuum going to the big black canister usually around the ...
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| e.f.i. is it working ok | 6/1/2006 |
Q: i have a daihatsu grand move auto and it sounds as if air is laeking while it's running is this ok ...
A: if the vacuum has a leak it usually runs bad,,,,bad idle ,,hesitation etc,,,best way is to test the ...
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| Clutch replacement | 5/31/2006 |
Q: On a 2000 Subaru Impreza would the engine need to be pulled out in order to replace the clutch? ...
A: this is one i havnt done yet,,,2000 and the clutch is gone??...well if this car has a subframe ...
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| 1999 vw bettle alarm | 5/29/2006 |
Q: The alarm is going off every hour how do i stop it?
A: i presume its a factory alarm,,,,the best way is to have it removed altogether.i would take the car ...
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| problems to expect from auto sitting unused... | 5/27/2006 |
Q: My Nissan 300ZX had front-end problems I could not afford to repair at the time. I then moved out ...
A: lucky it still runs because the gas usually goes bad,as far as flushing,well basically you will have ...
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| mazda 323 lx airbag lights | 5/26/2006 |
Q: i own a 1999 mazda 323 lx (saloon). The driver and passenger airbag lights keep blinking when i am ...
A: the airbag system will have to be checked by the dealer,this is a problem that you cannot fix ...
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| toyota tercel cuts out | 5/22/2006 |
Q: My '97 Toyota Tercel usually runs great but twice in the last year it has cut out on the freeway. ...
A: bad news im afraid,this car is one of the worst toyota ever made,,,,,,,,using that much oil usually ...
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| 1987 Nissan Maxima | 5/17/2006 |
Q: My maxima was recently stolen and of course the ignition was pulled. Now, my turn signal doesn't ...
A: your mechanic is right.when the switch was pulled out ,the wiring and switches probably were ...
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| Cylinder mis fire | 5/15/2006 |
Q: I have a 1997BMW 328i and she is giving hell. I have cylinder 4, 5, 6, misfire at about 70-80 mph. ...
A: did you do a scan on the engine?.did the check engine light come on?..this sounds to me more like ...
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| 1987 nissan sentra | 5/13/2006 |
Q: 1987 nissan sentra 2d I'm a pretty good mech. but this one's got me. the problem is it ...
A: dont know the reason for the recall but im wondering if your coil is at fault.did you test the ...
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| 1995 galant LS | 5/10/2006 |
Q: i am about to buy a 1995 galant LS from a used dealer however the check oil light wont come off even ...
A: this could be a couple of reasons,low oil pressure,,faulty oil pressure switch ,,,,if its low oil ...
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| Keyless Remote Programming | 5/8/2006 |
Q: I need to program my key fob(s) for my nissan pathfinder '98. I have some instructions and read ...
A: yea this is a problem,my advice is to find a good auto alarm specialist,not the dealer,and ask him ...
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| temp on an 89 bmw 320i | 5/3/2006 |
Q: i have a 1989 BMW 320i. i have noticed that my oil temp gauge is currently sitting in the blue arc ...
A: do you mean the water temp?.....i dont think this car has a oil temp guage,it has a oil pressure ...
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| high pitch, whistling noise - 2006 ACURA MDX | 5/2/2006 |
Q: 2 days after delivery, I noticed a high pitch, whistling noise coming from the driver side of the ...
A: 2006 acura,,i think that it highly unlikely to be the fuel pump,ive never heard a pump whistle.Im ...
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| opening engine hood on BMW | 4/21/2006 |
Q: I have a 1987 BMW 325 and cannot get the engine hood open. There is no tension on the cable ...
A: Under the hood at the front if you look up under the grille you will be able to see the cable,you ...
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| Mazda just stops | 4/1/2006 |
Q: I have a 1990 B2200 Mazda 5 speed pickup I purchased 10 months ago.For 9 months everything was ...
A: fuel is definately a cause for stopping but on the japanese engines there is also a possibility it ...
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