| Subject | Date Asked |
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| 2001 GMC Jimmy radiator | 6/30/2008 |
Q: Truck was overheating and replaced water pump and the radiator. The radiator is building up sludge ...
A: If the build up is still in the new radiator check for a bad intake gasket leaking oil into the ...
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| 2004 Trailblazer Rear Climate Control | 6/30/2008 |
Q: The rear climate control has quit working...the power will not turn on at all....we have checked the ...
A: not just the ones stated in the manual for the climate control. If all the fuses check ok you will ...
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| Engine Knocking | 6/28/2008 |
Q: What can be the cause of the engine knocking as the vehicle is cranked and driven. At time the knock ...
A: A cracked flywheel,worn timing chain,bad rod or main bearings,bad cam bearings,bad lifters,cracked ...
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| 1999 F-150 | 6/25/2008 |
Q: Have several electrical problems. Windshield wipers will intermittently operate on their own ...
A: That is the switch that controls the wipers turn signal and brights. The overdrive light flashing ...
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| EVAP small leak detected | 6/25/2008 |
Q: I have a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The code that was given to me is P0456 EVAP small leak detected. ...
A: A qualified shop or dealer will have these tools needed to check and repair the problem. A special ...
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| failed sticker | 6/22/2008 |
Q: i failed a sticker test because of this code p0441 its a chevrolet pickup k1500 ANSWER: Hello ...
A: The evap system is difficult to diagnose without special tools and equipment. There are a couple of ...
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| renault megane airbags | 6/21/2008 |
Q: I bought a 2000 Renault Megan convertible three months ago and then found out i was pregnant, i now ...
A: The air bag can only be disabled by a factory scan tool or equivalent. Call the dealer to see if ...
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| ford explorer 97 PO171 PO174 CODES | 6/20/2008 |
Q: I HAVE A PROBLEM EVERY MORNING WHEN THE TRUCK IS COLD IT ALMOST STALL THE RPM KEEPING UP AND DOWN ...
A: 0 or 5.0 however the codes 171 and 174 indicate system too lean on banks 1 and 2. You will need to ...
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| Heater vibrating 2002 Grand Prix | 6/18/2008 |
Q: My a/c was working fine when I shut the car off the other night. In the morning, soon as I turn the ...
A: You will need to start by removing the blower motor and inspecting it for damage or anything caught ...
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| black smoke | 6/17/2008 |
Q: i have a 92 mazda miata and have changed the fuel filter the spark plugs and oil but still im ...
A: You first want to have the cars computer scanned for any trouble codes that may help you locate the ...
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| Sunfire running hot | 6/15/2008 |
Q: My daughter has a 1997 Pontiac Sunfire that has started running hot (not to the point of ...
A: Make sure to have the radiator flow checked at a radiator shop. Flushing the system will have no ...
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| Error Code P0443 for 2004 PT Cruiser Non turbo | 6/14/2008 |
Q: I am in the process of trying to get my NC state Inspection renewal for my 2004 PT Cruiser. Over the ...
A: Have a professional repair shop clear the code in the cars ecm and drive the car for about 40 miles ...
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| 93 Plymouth Acclaim having trouble starting | 6/12/2008 |
Q: I have a 93 Plymouth Acclaim with the 3.0 V6. Recently it has been giving me trouble starting. It ...
A: This will help you determine where to start looking to find the problem. You did not mention if you ...
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| Acceleration problem/check engine light | 6/9/2008 |
Q: 1993 Honda Accord-automatic transmission. seems to stick almost when I'm accelerating, almost like ...
A: Even though the light clears when the car is restarted there will still be a code stored in the ...
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| a/c problem | 6/8/2008 |
Q: 98 cavalier ls a/c compressor won't come on or cycle system is fully charged fuses good can't find ...
A: It senses both high and low pressure. You system does not use a separate low sensor. The pcm ...
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| Audi shifting | 6/6/2008 |
Q: I have a 2000 Audi TT with the standard engine & 5 speed. I bought it used a year and a half ago. ...
A: The first place I would start is by changing the trans fluid with Audi dealer fluid. It is possible ...
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| cluster lites | 6/5/2008 |
Q: 2001 chev impala the speedometer cluster lights not working and the radio light and gear shift ...
A: If all fuses are good there are two common problems that will cause this. The first is a defective ...
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| mazda mpv | 6/4/2008 |
Q: yes i got a 2001 mazda mpv dx 1. the speedometer dont work do u kno wat it is i got the check ...
A: 1) The speedo and check engine light are probably connected. Have the car scanned to reveal any ...
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| 2002 Chevy 5.3L Vortec | 6/2/2008 |
Q: For several years the low coolant light comes on periodically. I add a few cups of antifreeze to ...
A: Intake leaks on these trucks are very common and with the system under pressure you should see the ...
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| Fuel Filter Replacement | 6/2/2008 |
Q: I want to install a new inline Fuel Filter on my 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. I am concerned with ...
A: Carefully loosen the line and let what ever pressure is in the system seep out of the cracked open ...
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| Gas order on 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | 5/31/2008 |
Q: I have had a smell of fuel since I got gas a few days ago. (I didn't fill the tank). There is no ...
A: you should see a wet or damp spot that smells like fuel. Check all the fuel lines, fittings, gas cap ...
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| 98 buick leSaber power steering | 5/31/2008 |
Q: I am about to buy a 98 Buick LeSaber custom and I hear a sound coming from the steering I expect I ...
A: Ask them for an estimate on the work you wish to receive. All shops are different in there labor ...
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| Volvo s60 2.4T 2002 | 5/30/2008 |
Q: My car has about 87,000 miles and out of warranty. I don't trust the dealer to work on my car. My ...
A: You may have a loose steering rack or defective steering ujoint on the column. As for the poor ...
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| vacuum system on 1990 blazer | 5/30/2008 |
Q: When i turn the air conditioning on in my truck, the air only comes from the floor and defrost ...
A: This hose should go directly to a vacuum reserve ball. Check that there is sufficient vacuum both on ...
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| Ford Explorer shuts off intermittently | 5/29/2008 |
Q: My explorer will just shut off after driving it for a couple of hours. It will restart, but seems to ...
A: Maybe a faulty pump or restricted filter. You will need to have a shop install a fuel pressure gauge ...
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| Volvo s60 2.4T 2002 | 5/29/2008 |
Q: My car has about 87,000 miles and out of warranty. I don't trust the dealer to work on my car. My ...
A: I doubt there is any problem with the turbo or oil filter causing the problem, however you should ...
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| Electrical Problem | 5/28/2008 |
Q: My son has a 1984 Ford F150. A guy told him his starter solenoid was going out. So we got one. ...
A: There is a small wire that goes from the negative battery cable to the body. This ground is ...
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| 1997 Buick Park Avenue AC issue | 5/28/2008 |
Q: I have a the above car (not the ultra) and suddenly find the AC no longer cools. I have found and ...
A: Like you stated the first step would be to check the ac system for a proper charge and scan the ...
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| 1996 Camry A/C problems | 5/27/2008 |
Q: What does it mean when the A/C button starts to blink after after about 10 seconds from me pushing ...
A: You will first need to check if the system has the right amount of freon in it. If so then you will ...
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| 97 Pontiac Firebird | 5/27/2008 |
Q: My wifes car is a 97 firebird with a 3.8 litre engine. The service engine soon light is flashing and ...
A: You will need to scan the cars computer to find out which cylinders are misfiring. Once you have the ...
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| 2002 Mazda MPV odometer lights | 5/26/2008 |
Q: My Odometer and gear selection lights on my 2002 MPV are not working. Is there a fuse (where is ...
A: If just the odometer and gear select lights are out and the rest of the instrument panel does ...
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| 95 Chevy Pickup Parking Brake Stuck On | 5/24/2008 |
Q: I have a '95 Chevy Pickup K1500 305 V-8. For the past 2 Years the parking Brake has not worked on ...
A: Then you will need to check if any of the cables are hung up or frozen. More than likely the problem ...
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| oil pressure low | 5/23/2008 |
Q: i was recently in a hit and run accident so my car repairs are on me i was hit on the front driver ...
A: However first start by checking the oil. If the oil is low add some and see if the problem still ...
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| Electrical Problem | 5/22/2008 |
Q: My son has a 1984 Ford F150. A guy told him his starter solenoid was going out. So we got one. ...
A: Was all fine with the truck before the solenoid was replaced? The jumper wire more than likely ...
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| engine light when ac plugged in | 5/20/2008 |
Q: i own a 2000 blazer with a 4.3. when i plug in my ac compressor my check engine light comes on
A: This will be the first step to take before you can go any further. Get back to me with trouble codes ...
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| 95 bonneville knock censor | 5/20/2008 |
Q: 8, the knock sensor error code is up and im not sure where the sensor is actually located on the ...
A: One is by the oil filter and the other is on the opposite side of the block in the same location. ...
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| 97 malibu four cylinder | 5/19/2008 |
Q: I started having a problem with periodic stalling and missing. The check engine light was on so I ...
A: damaged or mis gapped. You will need to go back to the shop again and get a diagnostic read out with ...
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| Ford Tempo Brakes | 5/19/2008 |
Q: I had a brake line leaking. I knew because I had no brakes left. I replaced all of the lines from ...
A: Sometimes the leak will be so small you will only see a slight amount of bubbles coming from the ...
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| oil pump | 5/17/2008 |
Q: I have a Lincoln Continental 1990, 8V, 5.0L, which I like a lot. Today while driving, suddenly a ...
A: The gauge is the only sure way to tell if you have low oil pressure or not. If the oil pressure is ...
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| 95 bonneville knock censor | 5/16/2008 |
Q: 8, the knock sensor error code is up and im not sure where the sensor is actually located on the ...
A: The front one is located on the lower right side of the engine block and the rear one is located on ...
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| 99 Subaru outback flashing "check engine" light | 5/16/2008 |
Q: Car runs fine, no codes on read out, cannot clear with reader, flashes all the time.What is wrong ...
A: You may have a blown fuse. Start by checking all fuses as a blown fuse on the obd2 circuit can cause ...
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| 1995 Mazda Millenia | 5/14/2008 |
Q: My millenia turns off after 20 minutes then when I restart it, the car turns off when I excelerate ...
A: From my experience working on these cars it sounds like the distributor is defective. Before you go ...
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| 52 reg VW Golf 1.4 | 5/13/2008 |
Q: I was driving on the M42 this weekend when my oil light comes on flashing & beeping, then the engine ...
A: This is probably going to get very expensive and involved to repair. When the oil light first came ...
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| '93 Subaru Impreza | 5/13/2008 |
Q: I have a '93 Impreza with 132000 miles on it, the check engine light came on when it hit 120000 ...
A: There is more than likely a sensor or part that has malfunctioned and needs attention as soon as ...
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| engines codes | 5/12/2008 |
Q: Ihave a 2001 Dodge 1500 4x4 5.2 v8 recently the ABS light and the AIRBAG light has been coming on. ...
A: poor connection in the harness to the cluster or a pcm that needs to be reflashed with new software. ...
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| 1995 olds cutlesscierra 3.1 litre no spark | 5/11/2008 |
Q: do you have a wiring diagram for this vehicle
A: For your no spark situation you will need to check the crank sensor and ignition control module. ...
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| 1997 ford taurus wagon | 5/11/2008 |
Q: Radiator fan not blowing, engine overheating?
A: If all fuses are good try to power up the fan using a jumper wire and see if it works. If nothing ...
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| ford ac clutch repair | 5/10/2008 |
Q: I have a 97 E250 5.4L and the ac clutch is very loose and noisy. I have ordered a new one and would ...
A: You will need a clutch puller to pull the clutch from the shaft, snap ring pliers, an installer to ...
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| Spark plug location | 5/10/2008 |
Q: Where are the spark plugs located on a 2001 GMC Envoy? It is time to change them and a quick look ...
A: If you follow the spark plug wire from the coil to the cylinder head you will see the spark plugs. ...
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| 2000 dodge durango | 5/9/2008 |
Q: My 2000 Dodge Durango four wheel drive operation will not engage the shifter slides from top to ...
A: There are many possible problems that could cause this and will be best determined by scanning the ...
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| car warning light on | 5/8/2008 |
Q: my renault megane convertible is displaying the message 'check injection' but is running fine, what ...
A: You will need to have the car scanned to find out the exact cause of the problem. Even though the ...
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| Chevy fuel guages | 5/7/2008 |
Q: We have a 1985 chevy 4X4 one ton p/u the fuel guage reads E on either tank but the switchover ...
A: More than likely it has failed. To test the gauge unplug the sending unit on the fuel tank and ...
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| 92 blazer abs | 5/3/2008 |
Q: when depressing pedal it occassionally gets stuck or feels jammed and great force must be used to ...
A: It sounds to me like you may have a defective brake booster. The braking system of your truck should ...
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| 04 pontiac grand am gt | 5/2/2008 |
Q: my car turns over but won't start.I spray starter fluid in the TB and it runs all day but after it ...
A: You will need to hook up a fuel pump pressure gauge along with a scanner to the car after it sits ...
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| Blinker light | 5/1/2008 |
Q: My blinkers do not turn to their original position after i have made the turn. Although it is not a ...
A: The Honda part number is 35251-s04-a81, h/c4790z18. As for your brake light coming on when you ...
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| '97 Windstar power locks haunted | 4/30/2008 |
Q: I drove this car for about a mile, parked it, came out about 20 minutes later, started it (it had ...
A: shorted gem module or a shorted window switch. The only way to know for sure is to have the body ...
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| chrysler Voyager 1992 | 4/30/2008 |
Q: my chrysler voyager over heated after a old pipe busted, then the motor turned off, the motor turns ...
A: To check spark you can pull a spark plug wire off the spark plug, insert a insulated screw driver in ...
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| abs/service lights | 4/28/2008 |
Q: 2003 cav/52000 miles. had full brake service done about three monthe ago(pads, rotors turned, and ...
A: It sounds like you may have a defective wheel speed sensor or wiring problem. The only way to know ...
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| compressor works intermittently | 4/27/2008 |
Q: I have a 1994 chevy astro van. The compressor works intermittently. How can I troubleshoot it? ...
A: Next you will want to use a wiring diagram and a test light to find out where the lose of power is ...
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| 1991 Chevy K1500 | 4/27/2008 |
Q: I have a 1991 Chevy Silverado K1500 with a 350 Vortex 4.7liter engine. It has approx. 200.000 ...
A: Next since fuel pump failure is common on these trucks I would check fuel pressure with a fuel ...
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| Headlight switch and connector | 4/26/2008 |
Q: I have a 94 Grand Marquis. I took it to a dealer to figure out what was the problem with my ...
A: Remove the multifunction switch and check for obvious burns to the switch and the wires. This ...
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| 1993 sentra engine stall and seatbelts inop. | 4/25/2008 |
Q: I just was passed down a '93 Sentra with 80k on it. My Dad says that the car after being driven for ...
A: A scan tool, fuel pump pressure gauge and ignition tester will need to be used to determine the ...
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| howling sound | 4/23/2008 |
Q: I have a howling sound near the front end of my car when I speed up or slow down the sound slows or ...
A: Where do you hear the noise in the car, wheels? under the hood? front? back? I need a lot more info ...
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| 2000 Chevy Venture | 4/22/2008 |
Q: two years ago the van started to chug. I had the #4 injector changed and the van ran fine for two ...
A: You should in the mean time check fuel pressure with a gauge, check for vacuum leaks and check ...
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| Adjust headlights on a 97 Dodge Grand Caravan | 4/21/2008 |
Q: Can you possibly explain to me how to adjust my headlights. The left beam is pointing up in the sky. ...
A: Some times the adjusting screws use a special socket to adjust them so you can not adjust them by ...
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| 2002 envoy engine stalls | 4/20/2008 |
Q: Driving along abs light comes on and engine dies will not start again until its sits along time. It ...
A: It sounds like you are losing voltage to the car causing it to die down until you jump it like you ...
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| Hi | 4/20/2008 |
Q: When I get a oil change for the car.Is it worth getting the castrol synthetic oil. >>In terms of ...
A: Please tell me the year make and model with engine size and I will tell you the best tire for your ...
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| 98 cherokee sport electrical | 4/18/2008 |
Q: I have had intermittent issues with the interior gauges. After ignition the airbag light ...
A: It states that an airbag light on and erratic instrument cluster performance including the lose of ...
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| 2001 Gmc Sierra 1500 Z71 | 4/18/2008 |
Q: My Service 4WD Light came on and when the light came on my headlights will not work. I have all of ...
A: The first place you are going to want to start is to have a shop capable of scanning you 4wd system ...
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| 2002 galant "service engine soon" | 4/17/2008 |
Q: Our service engine soon light came on. We had a local auto repair shop run the computer check and it ...
A: First you want to make sure the right one was changed. If you give me the code the repair shop ...
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| hello | 4/16/2008 |
Q: I currently have a nissan sentra 98.One month ago my muffler was making loud noise and I have got it ...
A: You should get in touch with the place that installed it to see if the new muffler is defective or ...
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| 1999 Nissan Altima | 4/15/2008 |
Q: HI I have a 1999 Nissan Altima gxe and My "service engine light" come's on when the gas falls ...
A: When ever the light comes on it stores a code in the cars computer that can be retrieved using a ...
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| engine temp guage | 4/15/2008 |
Q: I just bought a 1993 Safari van and the temp gauge is not working could you tell me how i check or ...
A: Disconnect the harness and ground the dark green wire. If the gauge now reads hot you have a bad ...
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| 2003 montero wont stay running | 4/13/2008 |
Q: starts but only runs for seconds then wait 3 -4 min same thing had oil changed did same thing they ...
A: Hey smokey you will need to have the car scanned to find out where the trouble lies. You may have a ...
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| automatic 2000 VW Passat S V20 1.8l | 4/13/2008 |
Q: I just bought the above car yesterday and driving it home i stopped to let my son go to the toilet. ...
A: however have the car looked at right away by the dealer or someone who specializes in Volkswagons as ...
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| small evap leak | 4/12/2008 |
Q: 2001 4.6L mustang has a a service engine light. Ran diagnostic forgot actual code. Small evap leak, ...
A: It calls for the use of a smoke machine to find small leaks in the hoses in the evap system. Because ...
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| 01 camaro ss overheating | 4/11/2008 |
Q: I have an 01 camaro ss w/ ls1 5.7. The temp guage says it is overheating. I replaced the ...
A: However there is still a possibility the system is air bound. Also at this point I would have the ...
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| 2001 grand cherokee | 4/10/2008 |
Q: what does trans over temp indicate?
A: This can be determined using an inferred thermometer at the trans pan and taking a reading when the ...
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| 1997 ford windstar | 4/10/2008 |
Q: Low oil presure on cold startup, motor ticks bad for 2 or 3 min then quiets down and totally goes ...
A: Do not rely on the cars gauge or light. Hook up a oil pressure tester and take readings both cold ...
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| BMW Air Conditioning | 4/9/2008 |
Q: Chris, I have a 2001 BMW 325i and have had problems with the heating/air conditioning unit. Most ...
A: This should only be purchased through BMW and really should be tested by a repair shop before ...
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| 1998 GMC Jimmy Climate Control | 4/9/2008 |
Q: Have the computerized climate control & hot air blows out all the time no matter what the setting. ...
A: The only easy way to determine the problem is to use a scanner capable of reading and testing the ...
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| 2000 cougar windshield wipers | 4/8/2008 |
Q: I just had my tranny rebuilt in my 2000 cougar. Now that it is home again I no longer have working ...
A: you should first contact the shop and have them take a look at no cost to you. In my opinion nothing ...
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| Rain Sensor VW Golf Gti 2007 | 4/8/2008 |
Q: I am somewhat amused with the recent addition of rain sensors integrated into the windshield, what ...
A: Your sensor sounds as though it may need to be reprogrammed for less sensitivity. The rain sensor on ...
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| Geo Metro DTC | 4/5/2008 |
Q: I have a 96 Metro LSi with the 1.0 liter, manual transmission. My check engine light comes on and ...
A: This is a mechanical problem and nothing from the original equipment should have caused this damage. ...
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| small evap leak | 4/5/2008 |
Q: 2001 4.6L mustang has a a service engine light. Ran diagnostic forgot actual code. Small evap leak, ...
A: Most small evap system leaks are hard to find without using a special smoke machine for evap ...
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| FPR | 4/4/2008 |
Q: 1993 ford taurus 3.0L im having stalling at idol, cant rev above half throttle.its getting worse. i ...
A: first you need to take a fuel pressure reading using a fuel pressure gauge. This will eliminate a ...
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| Burning oil | 4/2/2008 |
Q: I own a 1993 Honda civic del sol. The day after i got this car i tried to drive 30 miles and ended ...
A: Explain to them about the oil consumption since a faulty repaired cylinder head can pull oil through ...
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| Subaru 2002 outback check engine light | 4/1/2008 |
Q: My check engine light recently came on right at 149,000 miles while driving could this be a ...
A: the check engine light has to do with the emission system of the car and not a maintenance reminder. ...
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| Geo Metro DTC | 3/30/2008 |
Q: I have a 96 Metro LSi with the 1.0 liter, manual transmission. My check engine light comes on and ...
A: there are a lot of things you need to check for. Since you pretty much ruled out the ignition system ...
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| Speedometer problem | 3/30/2008 |
Q: I recently purchased a 1998 Ford Taurus and have discovered that the (analog)speedometer and ...
A: the vss system can be checked with a factory scan tool. You did not say if the speedo reads 25 mph ...
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| Check light, Engine Stalls and Dashboard light off | 3/29/2008 |
Q: Good day, Permit me to first and foremost, say a very big thank you for the gesture. I have a 1995 ...
A: the coolant sensor is an important part of the fuel injected motor. An incorrect sensor will feed ...
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| my car runs hot | 3/29/2008 |
Q: I have a 1996 Buick Regal which has about 135,000 miles on it. Since I've had the car (about 6 ...
A: the two most common problems that cause over heating in stop and go traffic are a cooling fan not ...
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| Ask a car question | 3/28/2008 |
Q: I have a 2002 Nissan Sentra and I got an oil change about a month ago and I am smelling a burning ...
A: Any thing from some spilt oil during the oil change to leaking fluid out of a bad seal. I would ...
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| ABS light keeps coming on in 2004 Eddie Bauer Ford Expedition | 3/28/2008 |
Q: I took my SUV in to the dealership to have this checked out in December. $300 later, they told me I ...
A: I would call the dealer and let them know you where very unsatisfied with there repair and would ...
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| timing marks.... | 3/27/2008 |
Q: i would like to know where are the timing marks for a 2002 mercury cougar 2.0
A: there is no adjustment or user timing marks on this motor. The ignition timing is computer ...
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| Check light, Engine Stalls and Dashboard light off | 3/26/2008 |
Q: Good day, Permit me to first and foremost, say a very big thank you for the gesture. I have a 1995 ...
A: There is either an air temperature sensor or a coolant temp sensor, but not a air coolant sensor. ...
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| Electrical | 3/26/2008 |
Q: I have a 1991 Ford Taurus. The interior lights will not cut off at all. While I was driving my car ...
A: just because the alternator is new does not mean that it cant be defective. Before you do anything ...
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| 2002 chevy suburban check engine light | 3/25/2008 |
Q: The service engine soon light has come on since I changed the oil in my 2002 suburban. Any ideas as ...
A: the light does not have anything to do with the oil change. The computer is telling you it has ...
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| gmc hard starting | 3/25/2008 |
Q: I own a 96 gmc jimmy it is hard getting it started sometimes it will crank and crank then other ...
A: but more important it should read this as soon as you turn the key on without hesitation and key on ...
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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: It sounds as though your pump is starting to fail and the mixture will buy you some time. The ...
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| Oldsmobile 1997 LSS Climate Control - No Heat | 3/23/2008 |
Q: the heat does not come on - it blows cold air. I checked the heater core hoses; both are very hot ...
A: if both heater hoses to the heater core are very hot to the touch (should be to hot to hold for more ...
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| gmc hard starting | 3/23/2008 |
Q: I own a 96 gmc jimmy it is hard getting it started sometimes it will crank and crank then other ...
A: As soon as the truck does not start up you need to start checking the basics. Check fuel pressure, ...
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| 2004 Chev Malibu Engine Noise | 3/22/2008 |
Q: My Malibu is making a ticking/whirring type noise, only when rpm's are low. It happens quite often ...
A: first you have to determine around what area the noise is coming from. Whether the noise is coming ...
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| Air bags | 3/21/2008 |
Q: I want to turn my air bags off on our 1997 Chevy Suburban the passenger side and the driver side. ...
A: If you find it difficult to understand email me your fax number to cardoctorc@aol.com and I will ...
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| 2003 Chevy Cavalier | 3/20/2008 |
Q: My 2003 Chevy Cavalier just lost power on the highway and now I am unable to get it to move. I can ...
A: first you need to see if the check engine light is on. next you will need to scan the computer for ...
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| car problems | 3/20/2008 |
Q: i own a 98 chevy tracker .recently it stopped running on me .i was told to spray starting fluid ...
A: you will need at the very least a test light and someone to crank the motor over for you while you ...
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| saturn using coolant | 3/19/2008 |
Q: i have a 1995 saturn sc1 with a 1.9l sohc it has 78k miles on it recently it has been using coolant ...
A: however the only way to find the antifreeze leak is by using a coolant system pressure tester. this ...
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| air bag light keeps blinking | 3/18/2008 |
Q: I just bought my daughter a 1998 Nissan Altima we havent even had it 3 days and the airbag light ...
A: however because it is picking up a fault in the air bag system the air bag will not deploy upon an ...
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| Electrical troubleshooting | 3/17/2008 |
Q: I am having issues with my vehicle. When I drive or idling no matter where I go, all the lights in ...
A: first you want to start off with cleaning the terminal ends very good using a terminal cleaning ...
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| 2000 GMC Jimmy | 3/17/2008 |
Q: My battery light has just started to go on with my Jimmy. My husband checked the voltage of it when ...
A: make sure to have a repair shop to do a charging system test. the alternator can still charge and be ...
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| 2001 olds Intrigue ABS, trac off, service veh lights | 3/16/2008 |
Q: I have a 2001 oldsmobile intrigue purchased new from the dealer way back when. I have had several ...
A: a standard alternator test will not show this problem and the car needs to be tested on a high ...
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| 1994 F-150 super cab 4x4 5.0 | 3/15/2008 |
Q: One week after I bought the vehicle the check engine light came on. I went to auto zone and they ...
A: your truck only uses one sensor and can set the code for many reasons besides a bad o2. if you are ...
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| 93 4.6 cadillac seville | 3/15/2008 |
Q: I actually have a few questions, but my first is I just recently had a new hose put on connecting ...
A: if that is as high as it goes and everything else is normal while driving you should be fine. the ...
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| 1998 dodge ram seat belt light stayed on | 3/12/2008 |
Q: I have a 1998 Dodge ram 1500. 2 Days ago the Seat belt light turn on, the seat belts lock up and ...
A: if all the fuses are good,under the hood and inside the truck, the only way you will know what is ...
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| 2002 gmc envoy sle check engine light | 3/11/2008 |
Q: 1st i needed an oil change and didnt have the money to do that rite away i waited 2 weeks and the ...
A: i would start by first clearing all the codes from the system and see if the light comes back on. if ...
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| rear door on a 1989 chevy suburban | 3/10/2008 |
Q: the handle rods to open my very back door have come off and one of them is completely disconnected ...
A: your first step after removing the panel is to check if the bushings are missing or broken where the ...
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| 2004 GMC heater | 3/9/2008 |
Q: What would cause the heater in my 2004 gmc sierra to all of sudden start blowing ice cold air even ...
A: when the truck is fully warmed up check if both heater hoses are hot to the touch if only one is hot ...
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| Check light, Engine Stalls and Dashboard light off | 3/9/2008 |
Q: Good day, Permit me to first and foremost, say a very big thank you for the gesture. I have a 1995 ...
A: the first connector is located under the hood by the strut tower and it is labels diagnostic, the ...
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| 1990 buick electra dies after idiling check engine light is on | 3/8/2008 |
Q: Last night the check engine light came on and will die after idiling for an extended period of time, ...
A: when the light comes on its telling you that a sensor or controller has malfunctioned in some way. ...
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| Heating Problem | 3/7/2008 |
Q: I have a 2000 dodge durango 4.7L 4wheel drive. In the cold winter after the car has warmed to a ...
A: first check to see if both heater hoses are hot to the touch when the truck is warm. if only one ...
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| Check light, Engine Stalls and Dashboard light off | 3/6/2008 |
Q: Good day, Permit me to first and foremost, say a very big thank you for the gesture. I have a 1995 ...
A: the cars computer is picking up a problem in one of the sensors or circuits that control the engine. ...
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| Toyota Sienna 2002 Stalling | 3/5/2008 |
Q: Hope all is well with you. I have a Toyota Sienna 2002 Model and it stalls before so we've replaced ...
A: if the fuel pressure is good you will then have to check for spark and compression in the motor. the ...
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| 1997 Kia Sephia | 3/5/2008 |
Q: My car is stalling out almost everytime that I stop for a light and I have to restart it, and the ...
A: once you know the trouble code it should point you in the right direction to repair the stalling. it ...
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| '92 toyota corolla transaxle and/or torque converter | 3/4/2008 |
Q: I bought this car for my daughter knowing it had a blown head gasket.Was told it had a recently ...
A: when the transmission was rebuilt as you where told one of two things happened. 1. the transmission ...
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| Toyota Sienna 2002 Stalling | 3/2/2008 |
Q: Hope all is well with you. I have a Toyota Sienna 2002 Model and it stalls before so we've replaced ...
A: you will want to clean the throttle body with a throttle body or carb cleaner with the engine off ...
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| No reverse | 3/2/2008 |
Q: Towed my 95 q45 for 160miles now i have no reverse and low rpms in park also pulls in neutral.
A: however if you towed the car on the drive wheels you may have done damage to the transmission. try ...
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| 99 Olds Intrigue Turn Signals | 3/1/2008 |
Q: Both of my turn signals are flashing rapidly. The rear flashes rapidly and the front does not ...
A: you may have a bad or broken ground to the front signals, you may have a defective turn signal or ...
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| Check Engine Warning on 2006 Toyotal Corolla | 3/1/2008 |
Q: The warning light came on that has the little picture of an engine and the word "check" on it. I ...
A: the lose of power and stalling was the problem that set off the check engine light. when you ...
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| 4.3 V6 GMC 1995 | 2/29/2008 |
Q: MY PROBLEM IS THE ENGINE HAS A ROUGH IDLE I HAVE REPLACED THE KNOCK CENSERS GMC TOLD ME THEY WERE ...
A: debris gets stuck in the pintle and prevents it from closing all the way. you can remove the egr ...
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| 2000 S10 Service Engine Soon Light | 2/28/2008 |
Q: Chris My 2000 S10 dashboard is displaying the "Service Engine Soon" light. The light came on and I ...
A: the light is telling you the car has picked up something wrong in the emission control system. the ...
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| jeep cherokee abs light on help | 2/27/2008 |
Q: I have a 1989 Jeep Cherokee that I just finished replacing the caliper, brake pads and rotors in the ...
A: once you have the abs trouble code you can then begin testing the components the code lead you to. ...
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| 1996 Jetta GL | 2/27/2008 |
Q: I have a check engine light on and i hear some ticking on the cylinder head, and when im going up a ...
A: the are many possibilities to the check engine light and loss of power. a broken or loose rocker arm ...
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| VW VR6 ABS Light | 2/26/2008 |
Q: The ABS light on my VW VR6 1997 comes on intermittently, so does my park brake light. Every now and ...
A: once the code is obtained it will lead you to the troubled area of the abs system and the you can ...
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| 1997 toyota Camry.......... | 2/25/2008 |
Q: I have a 97 Toyota Camry. My 10amp "gauge" fuse keeps blowing every time I put the car in reverse. I ...
A: you may have a defective neutral safety switch or a problem with the wiring going from the switch to ...
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| rear suspension | 2/24/2008 |
Q: I driving a 1999 Ford expedition 4x4. The past year or 2 the check suspension light would come on, ...
A: visually check the air line for any cuts or abraisions. a spray bottle with soapy water may help you ...
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| '94 F150 compartment heater | 2/24/2008 |
Q: I recently found that when I turn the heater on to any setting the heat will only come out from the ...
A: check all vacuum lines in the system especially under the hood where the line comes into the ...
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| Airbag | 2/23/2008 |
Q: I am looking at a 2003 Hyundai Tiburon that is for sale. The mechanic informed me that it had been ...
A: I am in new york and we do not require the airbags to be functional for state emission/safety ...
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| Heater blower fan problem | 2/22/2008 |
Q: 2000 Saab 9-5 Wagon. 127,000 miles. Heater quit blowing last night. Antifreeze was low so filled it ...
A: first you need to check to see if you have power and ground to the blower motor when it stops ...
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| 94 VW Jetta 3 2.0 | 2/21/2008 |
Q: when I push on the the gas the car is hesitant and dies out. Also when I start the car, it makes a ...
A: the hesitation and stalling can be many things and will require testing of the the fuel system, ...
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| 2001 chevy suburban 2500 2wd 6.0 | 2/20/2008 |
Q: service engine soon illuminated, scan tool diagnostic states failed knock sensor, ohm meter at ...
A: the job of the knock sensor is to retard the ignition timing if it senses a ping. since the sensor ...
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| 95 f150 | 2/20/2008 |
Q: in fixing a blown head gasket on a 95 f150 inline 6 300, i found way too much sludge, i took care of ...
A: make sure to disconnect all hoses and wires that may interfere while jacking up the engine. its also ...
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| 92 Ford F-150 4x4: 5.0 Liter, Auto | 2/18/2008 |
Q: I live in Michigan, so it's cold lately. The other day, I drove about 40 miles, made a couple of ...
A: it sounds to me like a failing fuel pump. sometimes the pumps can be intermittent, thus causing it ...
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| gmc envoy '03 | 2/16/2008 |
Q: 107,700 MILES service engine light- dealer told me camshaft sensor position valve needed replacing ...
A: you are going to have to call the ins company back explain your situation and request the vehicle be ...
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| 1996 cutlass supreme won't start | 2/16/2008 |
Q: i turn the key but nothing. lights, radio and everything else works, just won't crank. i noticed ...
A: the most common cause of this problem on your car is a failed ignition lock cylinder. however you ...
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| '99 Audi A4 - Brake & ABS Warning Lights | 2/15/2008 |
Q: As soon as I start my car, the Brake light and ABS light go on, and there is 3 beeps. The ABS light ...
A: the abs light is telling you that there is a problem in the antilock brake system. the abs system is ...
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| 1994 Mazda B4000 V6 4.0 - Check Engine Light comes on when Towing Cargo Trailer | 2/15/2008 |
Q: I have owned this truck for over 3 years with no problems. Yesterday I purchased a 5x8 enclosed ...
A: a quick diagnostic scan of the computer by a repair shop will point you in the direction of the ...
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| 95 Buick Century | 2/14/2008 |
Q: chris, I have a 1995 Buick Century that has been setting for the last couple of years. I am trying ...
A: the relay is located under the hood on the right front of the car in the relay compartment. we have ...
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| troubleshooting a 99 audi a4 | 2/13/2008 |
Q: so i just bought a 99 audi quattro a4, its a v6, it started makeing an electrical smell, getting a ...
A: based on the info you gave me it sounds as though the timing belt was being slacked by way of a bad ...
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| gmc envoy '03 | 2/13/2008 |
Q: 107,700 MILES service engine light- dealer told me camshaft sensor position valve needed replacing ...
A: they should have tested the sensor for proper output. if they did and they say the sensor is not ...
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| 95 Buick Century | 2/12/2008 |
Q: chris, I have a 1995 Buick Century that has been setting for the last couple of years. I am trying ...
A: however we have never had to do this on any cars that we have charged. the charge going in is enough ...
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| 1999 toyota corolla ce | 2/11/2008 |
Q: Engine light comes on and spudders along with with white smoke out of exhaus
A: first thing to do is to have the computer scanned and see where the trouble lies. next remove the ...
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| Serpentine belt | 2/11/2008 |
Q: I just replaced the serpentine belt on a 1997 Malibu. I cannot seem to keep the belt tracking ...
A: the balancer is made with an inside and then an outside separated by rubber. the outside of the ...
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| Toyota Tacoma airbag warning light.. | 2/10/2008 |
Q: My airbag warning light has been flashing on and off. Dealer showed error codes B0136 (belt ...
A: the only way to tell is to get the codes cleared from a local repair shop and see if the light comes ...
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| 99 tahoe starting problem | 2/9/2008 |
Q: The tahoe will start and run for 5 seconds then it dies.I CAN HEAR THE FUEL PUMP RUNNING,AND THERE ...
A: the light should stay lit for 7 seconds and then go out. if not you may have a problem with the ...
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| removing and installing intake valves on a 99 hyundai elantra | 2/8/2008 |
Q: H ow do you remove and install intake valves on a 99 hyundia 2.0 dohc? i cant find a book and ive ...
A: try your local library or book store. there are also online repair sites like mitchell and alldata, ...
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| Gas Tank | 2/7/2008 |
Q: How much is the gas tank of Geo Prizm car? what is the heavy duty gas tank brand if there is? Can i ...
A: the most expensive place would be the dealer, a cheaper alternative to the dealer is buying it from ...
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| Headlights/taillights and buzzing | 2/6/2008 |
Q: I have 97 dodge ram van 2500, my wife went out tonight to go somewhere and the headlights/taillights ...
A: im guessing its from around the headlight switch. check for any burnt or damaged wires at the switch ...
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| center console light bulb 2000 Camry | 2/6/2008 |
Q: Toyota Owners Manual gives schematics for access to most light bulbs except the center console which ...
A: using a plastic wedge carefully pry of the trim around the shifter you may have to remove a few ...
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| Grand Marquis Air Bag Question | 2/5/2008 |
Q: We have a 1990 Grand Marquis. The light has blinked four times and then at other times it has ...
A: code 6 refers to driver air bag circuit inoperative. the test procedures are involved and should ...
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| 98 ford ranger | 2/5/2008 |
Q: on a 98 ford ranger with the 2.5 i have diamond shaps and groove on the timing chain pulley which do ...
A: the mark on the oil pump lines up at 12 o clock also, on the camshaft the triangles should line up ...
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| dash light for 4x4 to be engaged | 2/4/2008 |
Q: I just had a new engine put in my 95 4x4 truck and now when I go an put it in 4 wheel drive, the ...
A: also check the linkage it sounds as though with the lift kit installed the linkage is binding or not ...
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| airbag dash light | 2/3/2008 |
Q: I replaced the ignition switch on my 94 chrysler Concorde. When i re-connected the battery, ...
A: there is no way of checking codes manually on this car. you will have to get the srs system scanned ...
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| 93 explorer | 2/2/2008 |
Q: window stuck in down position, how do i get it back up till i can get it fixed
A: if this does not work you will need to disconnect the window from the regulator and hold the window ...
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| 1994 ES 300 Lexus | 2/2/2008 |
Q: My problems began while i was filling my tank while giving directions, i heard the pump click and ...
A: be prepared to leave the car with them for as long as they need. a properly equipped shop will they ...
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| Dodge Intrepid dashboard | 1/31/2008 |
Q: My 2000 Dodge Intrepid's dashboard and gauges have gone completely black. Is this a grounding ...
A: if so you have a short somewhere in the lighting circuit,possibly a bad bulb. start by removing the ...
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| 2001 Chrysler Concorde gear shift | 1/31/2008 |
Q: chris, today my gear lever was extremely difficult to change gears. Then of broke, do u have any ...
A: first with the shifter cable disconnected at both the shifter and the transmission you have to make ...
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| wet driverside floorboard | 1/30/2008 |
Q: I have a 96 Olds Acheiva, when it rains the driver side floor board is wet. I have had this car in ...
A: the tsb states. condition may be due to poor adhesion of the top vent grill assembly to the ...
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| Brake light in dash for '92 Camry | 1/29/2008 |
Q: I have a '92 Camry with the 2.2l 4cyl. disc brakes front and back. I recently blew a front brake ...
A: to confirm this unplug the electrical connector at the master for the float and see if the light ...
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| fan motor assembly | 1/28/2008 |
Q: i own a 2002 ford focus dohc w/ ac.i replaced my fan shroud, fan motor assembly but it is not ...
A: if you are able to test for current and grounds with a digital multimeter and know how to check ...
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| 2005 Envoy | 1/28/2008 |
Q: My Envoy has 47,000 miles. It has started making a continous "whining" noise. It gets a little ...
A: if so you may have a bad accessory pulley bearing, such as belt tensioner pulley, idler pulley or ac ...
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| 2003 Cadillac Escalade power seat | 1/27/2008 |
Q: The up/down movement of the power seat stopped working. If I manually try to move it, I hear what ...
A: more than likely if you are hearing clicking when you press the button the up/down motor is no good. ...
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| 1992 honda civic, engine dies when at stoplight or sign. | 1/24/2008 |
Q: I have a 92 civic LX, mileage is above 200,000 but still yields good compression. Have been told ...
A: how ever it will eat away at the spark plug wires so have the gasket and seals fixed right away. the ...
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| 92 camry flooding and missing blowing raw fuel out tailpipe | 1/23/2008 |
Q: 92 camry 3.o runs fine for 2 min. then goes to flooding extremley bad,missing cutting off,rae fuel ...
A: hey Gary you will need to check fuel pressure where the fuel line comes into the injector rail. you ...
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| 1992 honda civic, engine dies when at stoplight or sign. | 1/22/2008 |
Q: I have a 92 civic LX, mileage is above 200,000 but still yields good compression. Have been told ...
A: you will need a fuel pressure gauge to make sure you have fuel pressure, a injector noid light to ...
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| Chev K1500 V8 5.0 L 305 cu in 1998 4x4 | 1/22/2008 |
Q: I want to know what effect a change in air temperature has upon my truck's PCM. Does increasing or ...
A: the colder the air the more dense the mixture will be and the better performance and fuel economy ...
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| 97 5.7 wont start cold | 1/21/2008 |
Q: I have a truck that wont start unless you prime it when it is cold. After running runs like a ...
A: the two most important sensors to look at are the idle temp sensor and the coolant temp sensor. ...
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| 1997 Buick Park ave ultra | 1/20/2008 |
Q: My air ride suspension is not working. The owners manual dose not say much about it. I also looked ...
A: there is a 10 amp fuse in the electrical center behind right side of the dash. there is also a ...
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| OBDC PO420 | 1/19/2008 |
Q: I have a 2002 VW Golf and the engine light is coming on with a OBDC code of PO420. Can you help me ...
A: you will need a scan tool to determine if you have a defective catalytic converter or a failed rear ...
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| Auto Air conditioning | 1/18/2008 |
Q: I have a honda Fit with manual AC control that is not cooling. At idle 45psi L-side Pressure / ...
A: on the low side at idle you want to see about 25 to no more than 30 psi.try evacuating the system ...
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| 97 lincoln continental | 1/18/2008 |
Q: My 1997 lincoln continental when I stop at the light it start choking and then shut off I here like ...
A: even though you said it has been on for 4 years it will still have a current code stored in the ...
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| 1989 honda prelude rpm gage | 1/17/2008 |
Q: i have a 1989 Honda prelude and the rpm gage stopped working after i had pulled the valve cover to ...
A: however if everything worked for about 30 minutes this may just be a coincidence unless a wire ...
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| 97 lincoln continental | 1/17/2008 |
Q: My 1997 lincoln continental when I stop at the light it start choking and then shut off I here like ...
A: does it only stall when coming to a stop or is it stalling anytime the car is idling. you may have a ...
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| 1994 Camero 3.4L idle | 1/16/2008 |
Q: I recently did a tune up on a 94 camero (spark plugs,wires, oil/fuel/air filter change) and getting ...
A: hey Dan without having a scanner hooked up to read iac counts you have to start checking the basics. ...
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| 1994 Camero 3.4L idle | 1/16/2008 |
Q: I recently did a tune up on a 94 camero (spark plugs,wires, oil/fuel/air filter change) and getting ...
A: check carefully especially around the throttle body area. to help locate the leak spray carb cleaner ...
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| engine check light on P0125 and P1135 | 1/15/2008 |
Q: After I replaced new starter for my camry 97 LE 4cylinder. The engine light lite up. I checked the ...
A: start by making sure all sensors around where you where working are plugged in securely. especial ...
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| 4x4, actuator, front end noise | 1/15/2008 |
Q: I have a 1994 S-10 Blazer and I am wondering if there are any tricks to changing the actuator and ...
A: to little and the actuator will make it engage only half way which is where the noise could be ...
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| 95 Subaru Legacy Running rough | 1/15/2008 |
Q: I have a 95 Subaru Legacy that is idles rough. This morning it would idle low at about 500rpm then ...
A: is the check engine light on? if so the car will need to be put on a scanner to read data or trouble ...
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| 2006 Toyota Corolla | 1/14/2008 |
Q: I need to know how to change the brake pads on my 2006 Corolla in laymens terms.
A: the braking system is not hard to service but you definitely don't want to make any mistakes. once ...
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| 93' Dodge Shadow 2.2L | 1/14/2008 |
Q: 93' Dodge Shadow will not start, it turns over, but won't start....any ideas? ANSWER: hello Yvonne ...
A: hey Yvonne it sounds like the cat is clogged as long as everything else like timing and fuel ...
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| 2002 Subaru Legacy | 1/14/2008 |
Q: My check engine light is on and all fluids are good. I do have a squeaky noise that seems to be ...
A: when the light comes on it means the computer has picked up a problem that will effect the way the ...
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| 1993 ford f-150 5.0 liter EFI | 1/13/2008 |
Q: It has sat up it the drive way for about 7 months. Friday i decided to get it running again! it ran ...
A: hey Jordan because you said you had black smoke out of the exhaust i would start by checking fuel ...
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| Speedometer in 1998 Ford escort ZX | 1/13/2008 |
Q: I just bought this car used with 53,000 miles. At around 45-55 miles per hour the speedometer ...
A: if test equipment is not available to you such as a scanner you may want to install the speed sensor ...
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| 93' Dodge Shadow 2.2L | 1/12/2008 |
Q: 93' Dodge Shadow will not start, it turns over, but won't start....any ideas? ANSWER: hello Yvonne ...
A: fuel or has compression. you have to start by checking for proper fuel pressure, spark and test ...
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| Diagnostic code:P3081. | 1/11/2008 |
Q: My daughter's '03 Jetta 1.8T (60,000 mi) engine's light is on. We got a P3081 diagnostic code. The ...
A: if the temperature is not correct you will need to start with a thermostat(most common cause of this ...
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| 2000 ford mustang ?electrical? | 1/10/2008 |
Q: I have a 2000 Ford Mustang V6 Automatic with about 75000 miles. Whenever it rains my car starts to ...
A: does the check engine light come on or flash if so you will have to start here first. if not you can ...
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| 4 X 4 | 1/10/2008 |
Q: I have a 1995 Chevy s10 Blazer 4x4, 2 door, 4.3 liter v6. My problem is that the push button switch ...
A: some common causes would be vacuum hoses kinked broken or misrouted,actuator cable kinked, broken or ...
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| ignition timing | 1/10/2008 |
Q: I need to know the correct timing for a 1991 s10 with a 2.8 liter and a 5 speed. The label is ...
A: warm engine to normal operating temp and make sure ac and all other accessories are off. ensure ...
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| 94 nissan sentra, no code, spark, and plugs are flooded | 1/9/2008 |
Q: I got a 94 Nissan sentra which doesn't start. After I crank it a few times then the spark plugs are ...
A: also with a scan tool hooked up to the car read all the pids especially the maf sensor voltage ...
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| 1985 chevy camaro TPI 5.0 | 1/8/2008 |
Q: I have a really odd problem with this car. Any suggestions would really help. The body is a 1984 ...
A: also check fuel pressure with a gauge and check the readings of the coolant sensor and air intake ...
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| 1997 Toyota Celica -enginge stalls on cold start/wont hold idle | 1/8/2008 |
Q: my 1997 celica is having problems idling when engine is cold. if i hold RPM's to 1,000 for about a ...
A: more than likely you have a defective idle air control motor, but there are many other possibilities ...
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| timing problems | 1/8/2008 |
Q: ok idk if this is out of reach but i got a 1995 ford thunderbird with a 4.6l v8 exactly the same as ...
A: do you have a check engine light on, if so you must start here first. if not you will need to check ...
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| 99 Ford Explorer | 1/8/2008 |
Q: OBD2 check says open circuit for the SRS (AIRBAG).Cant find fuse location in Haynes manual.Figured ...
A: the light flashes are not accurate and the only reliable diagnostic procedure is to give me a code ...
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| e test | 1/7/2008 |
Q: i have tryed e testing my 1992 chev blazer 4 times now i cant pass it has a 4.3 vortex engine i ...
A: i need to know what the co and nox readings are. there are many possibilities as to why its failing ...
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| 86 jetta battery charging | 1/7/2008 |
Q: I recently installed a new alternator in my 1986 VW Jetta diesel yet id does not charge the battery. ...
A: then check with the car running if you do have voltage there then you probably have a defective ...
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| 94 Jeep Grand Cherokee: Washer Sensor Board Error | 1/7/2008 |
Q: I have an warning message "Washer Sensor Board". Can I replace the board myself or at least simply ...
A: the board is fairly easy to replace and available at the jeep dealer. the sensor is cheap and will ...
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| Ford Expedition, runs rough, no trouble codes | 1/6/2008 |
Q: I'm a car guy from way back, rebuilt engines and do all my own maintenance, but I am stumped ... I ...
A: hey don first thing to do is compare vacuum readings against both trucks to determine if the problem ...
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| 95 neon alternator removal | 1/5/2008 |
Q: I have the alternator unbolted, but cant get the darn thing out of the car. seems you have to slide ...
A: 1) disconnect neg battery cable. loosen but do not remove alt adjusting nut. raise car and turn ...
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| 4x4, actuator, front end noise | 1/5/2008 |
Q: I have a 1994 S-10 Blazer and I am wondering if there are any tricks to changing the actuator and ...
A: if possible apply vacuum with a vacuum pump to the actuator and watch and see if it moves. if so you ...
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| 1998 Ford Contour Speedometer Prob. | 1/5/2008 |
Q: I have a 1998 Ford Contour. While driving the speedometer will drop to zero, the odometer will stop ...
A: in order to troubleshoot the problem it needs to happen. the shop needs to see what is not getting ...
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| hi | 1/4/2008 |
Q: >>Which is the most reliable Japanese Car Manufacturer >>Which Japanese Manufacturer has better ...
A: Honda Toyota and Nissan are a few of the better ones but your decision should be based on what you ...
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| Need to replace 2000 Toyota Corolla Dashboard lights | 1/4/2008 |
Q: At least two of my dashboard lights are dead, and the dealer wants to charge a lot of money to take ...
A: com and i will send you detailed factory repair literature. however if this is your first time at a ...
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| 1997 Ford Taurus | 1/3/2008 |
Q: I drive above mentioned car. 3.0 V6 engine, the standard "u" engine. When I use the heat, there is ...
A: this valve cover is close to the air intake for the climate control system and is why the fumes are ...
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| 93 Cutlas Supreme - Losing Oil and check engine light on | 1/3/2008 |
Q: I have a 1993 Oldmobile Cutlas supreme and it has been acting up lately. It seems to be losing ...
A: as for the oil consumption, the oil has to be going somewhere. you may have to jack the car up and ...
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| FORD EXPLORER | 1/3/2008 |
Q: WHILE DRIVING AFTER A CARWASH THE OTHER DAY MY TRUCK WOULDNT GO RUNS FINE BUT NO GO YOU CAN FEEL IT ...
A: check and see if the drive shaft is turning with the help of a friend. put the car in gear while ...
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| '04 Camry dashboard lights for temp control | 1/2/2008 |
Q: Weird dilemma. Just the outer rim lights, not the knobs, are out for the temperature controls. ...
A: this requires disassembly of the climate control unit and should only be done by a professional. ...
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| FORD EXPLORER | 1/2/2008 |
Q: WHILE DRIVING AFTER A CARWASH THE OTHER DAY MY TRUCK WOULDNT GO RUNS FINE BUT NO GO YOU CAN FEEL IT ...
A: did you try and shift the truck into 4 wheel drive and see if it moves. you may have a driveshaft, ...
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| 2001 Olds Aurora | 1/2/2008 |
Q: the service stabilty system warning message came on along with the abs and traction control warning ...
A: once you have the trouble codes you can then begin to trace and troubleshoot the problem. once the ...
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| 97 CHEVY 4X4 HIGH IDLE | 1/1/2008 |
Q: WE HAVE A 1997 CHEVY 4X4 1/2 TON PICKUP. WHEN WE PUT THE TRANNY IN OVERDRIVE TO MOVE AND YOU TOUCH ...
A: when the engine revs up high try to push the throttle cable at the throttle body back and see if the ...
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| 94 camry 4 cyl. knock sensor | 12/31/2007 |
Q: after car warms up good,code 52 keeps engine lite on.i removed knock sensor,and get rising ac ...
A: there is a lot of detailed repair and check procedures for this code if you email me your fax number ...
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| Erratic Reading from Temp Gauge 1997 Chevy Suburban K1500 4x4 | 12/31/2007 |
Q: Recently, after changing my top radiator hose I have been experiencing erratic readings from the ...
A: hey alam the the truck has to sensors on it one for the computer to read temp and one for the dash. ...
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| 91 vw jetta diesel battery light on and rpm gague dead intermittantly | 12/31/2007 |
Q: I have a 91 vw jetta diesel whose battery light comes on and rpm gage goes dead intermittently. ...
A: when the battery light goes on check for 13.5 - 14.7 volts at idle. if the specs are good you will ...
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| 2000 KIA Sportage low oil pressure | 12/31/2007 |
Q: Maybe you can help me. Here is what happened. I have a 2000 Sportage. It was starting rough, and ...
A: first off you need to check the oil pressure with a pressure gauge the normal specs should be ...
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| 97 Safari | 12/30/2007 |
Q: What is the best way to change my heater blower fan, as it is in a very awkward place? I have had ...
A: next remove the bolts for the washer reservoir and set aside the tank, now remove the blower motor ...
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| a/c blower fan | 12/29/2007 |
Q: How do a change tha a/c blower fan in mt 1993 chevy silverado truck. I can't find where to pull it ...
A: remove the right cowl kick panel, next disconnect the electrical connectors and remove the blower ...
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| 1993 Dodge Caravan Instrument panel | 12/29/2007 |
Q: I have been having problem with my vehicle's instrumentation panel. This vehicle has a 3.3L V-6 ...
A: these are common on these vans and really need to be checked using a scan tool for Chrysler body ...
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| fuel problem | 12/28/2007 |
Q: I have a 2000 ford windstar van would not start one day. You could hear that the fuel pump was not ...
A: you need to hook up a test light to the fuel pump signal wire and a fuel pressure gauge. when the ...
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| 1994 Ranger 2.3 | 12/28/2007 |
Q: I have a Ranger 1994 2.3L with a standard transmission when the engine light came on my tachometer ...
A: the scanner will read a trouble code that is linked to your check engine light and tachometer ...
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| 1999 Ford Ranger | 12/28/2007 |
Q: We've got a 1999 Ford Ranger XLT 4WD, 6 cylinder, automatic. It's bogging down and really starts to ...
A: is there any check engine light on? if so this needs to be addressed first. if there is no light on ...
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| 2001 deville service engine soon light | 12/27/2007 |
Q: How can i turn this "service engine soon" light off? I don't have the funds to take it to the ...
A: the car needs to be checked for trouble codes with a scanner. the only way to shut the light off is ...
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| gears slipping or missing time | 12/26/2007 |
Q: my 89 mustang automatic transmission hesitates at times like its missing or something and i need to ...
A: the best way for your mechanic to test for your problem is to take a test drive with them and show ...
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| BMW 1993 318i dash gauge lights | 12/26/2007 |
Q: The gauge lights will not turn off
A: you need to start by testing the wires from the switch if you are unable to locate a wiring diagram ...
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| dead battery 2000 buick lesabre | 12/25/2007 |
Q: engine would not start last night ok after jump. indicator registering battery normal at 14.9 v. ...
A: you should check the charging system with a battery tester. with the car running you should see ...
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| Erratic Reading from Temp Gauge 1997 Chevy Suburban K1500 4x4 | 12/25/2007 |
Q: Recently, after changing my top radiator hose I have been experiencing erratic readings from the ...
A: if everything was fine before you changed the radiator hose then im going to say the system is air ...
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| Radio not working after battery changed on 2000 Pontiac Sunfire | 12/24/2007 |
Q: Wondering if you can help me? I recently purchased a 2000 Pontiac Sunfire as a second vehicle in our ...
A: once the radio loses power either by removing it or installing a new battery you will need a code to ...
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| ford transmission problem | 12/24/2007 |
Q: my transmission won't go in reverse.i changed the filter and it still won't go in reverse
A: more that likely the shop will recommend a full rebuild on the unit
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| car not starting | 12/24/2007 |
Q: I have a 2003 suburban. Its has remote start on it! I drove home last night and parked it. This ...
A: just because all the dash lights and interior lights work does not mean the battery is strong enough ...
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| brakes | 12/23/2007 |
Q: Merry Christmas! I have a 1990 3/4T Suburban 4x4. I have had it on the road for about 3 months. ...
A: axle fluid, or grease. start with a new set of quality pads, sand the brake rotors down with sand ...
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| 98 plymouth voyager reversed polarity | 12/22/2007 |
Q: I screwed up and touched the battery cables to the wrong terminals when I was installing a new ...
A: hey Wayne email me at cardoctorc@aol.com and i will send you what i can through email. some ...
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| 98 plymouth voyager reversed polarity | 12/22/2007 |
Q: I screwed up and touched the battery cables to the wrong terminals when I was installing a new ...
A: there is no master fuse but may fusible links this is going to be a long tedious job but take your ...
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| 1997 3.1l Lumina fuel issue | 12/22/2007 |
Q: Is there a way to prime the fuel system after the car ran out of gas? The fuel pump is working and ...
A: im guessing theres more to the problem than low gas. first you will need to check fuel pressure with ...
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| TOYOTA CAMRY 2003 XLE | 12/22/2007 |
Q: dealership found leaking gasket in automatic transmission. Repair is $1000 is this covered under ...
A: no this is not covered under the standard warranty any more. the year of the car is more than the 3 ...
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| Chevy Caprice electrical | 12/21/2007 |
Q: I hope you can help: I have a 1994 Chevrolet caprice classic 4.3 v-8 that has a problem with the ...
A: you should see the amps are extremely high. you will need to unplug any components that are ...
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| 1995 Chevrolet Silverado Truck | 12/20/2007 |
Q: Good Evening: My lumbar mechanism on the driver seat is not working. What and where do I check for ...
A: power and ground connections from the switch to the seat motor. the motor is very common to go out ...
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| 2003 Trailblazer window problem | 12/20/2007 |
Q: I have an intermittent problem with the passenger rear power window on my 2003 Trailblazer. ...
A: i feel you either have a bad master switch(drivers side window control) or a defective motor. you ...
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| 2002 FORD F 350 DIESEL CREW | 12/20/2007 |
Q: ALOHA CHRIS I HAD MY TRUCKS AUTOMATIC TRANS REBUILT WITH HEAVYDUTY PARTS AND WHEN I WAS TOWING A ...
A: however to be on the safe side have another trans repair shop or dealer give you a second opinion to ...
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| ABS Light on | 12/20/2007 |
Q: The ABS light is on. The code reads c1194 LF Dump out valve coil circuit Fault. Or ABS outlet ...
A: the only problem with installing this module is at the first key on the module needs to be ...
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| 1999 F150 Lariat blend door | 12/19/2007 |
Q: Heater blows cold when the engine is cranked and at idle regardless of the temp control position. ...
A: where the actuator attaches to the door the plastic usually breaks off. you will have to disassembly ...
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| Ford Explorer intermittantly runs rough | 12/19/2007 |
Q: I have a 1997 Ford Explorer with a rebuilt Jasper Engine 6 months old installed by a certified shop. ...
A: the code is either from a bad coolant temp sensor or wiring or a bad air temp sensor or wiring. the ...
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| Electrical short | 12/18/2007 |
Q: 1999 Ford Exlorer- My grandaughter recently pulled the domelight from its mounting, obviously ...
A: the fuse number is 26 and it is a 10 amp fuse. check all fuses using a test light also if all the ...
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| 2002 Toyota Sienna xle | 12/17/2007 |
Q: My vsc,trac off,and engine lights are on. The Toyota dealership says my O2 sensor needs to be ...
A: you may have better luck at a cheaper price from an independent repair shop. these sensors are ...
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| no heat | 12/17/2007 |
Q: 2002 audi a4. it has no heat. other than the heater core,do u have any ideas? please help.
A: hey Dave first check to see if the motor reaches operating temp. next check to see if both heater ...
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| 1999 Olds Alero- Timing? | 12/17/2007 |
Q: My husband has a 1999 Olds Alero GL sport coupe type. We recently (04/07) had extensive work done on ...
A: 4 or a six cyl 3.4. either way both motors use timing chains and not timing belts. the chains are ...
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| 99 gmc jimmy | 12/17/2007 |
Q: can the 4wd system freeze in 2wd. the light comes on but no 4wd, it worked a while back and it ...
A: there is nothing in the system that will become frozen from cold weather. just double check all ...
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| 1998 Grand AM Heater fan | 12/16/2007 |
Q: Friend's car. Heater fan cuts off but may return when car is jolted when hitting abump in the road. ...
A: hey tom the blower motor is located under the hood on the passenger side firewall. if the motor is a ...
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| Nissan Maxima 1998 | 12/16/2007 |
Q: Friend's car. Ha shuddered and stalled at traffic lights in past week. Lights and switched on ...
A: if the battery checks out ok move on to checking the alternator output voltage at idle and then 2500 ...
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| 1993 gmc sierra | 12/16/2007 |
Q: i have a 1993 gmc sierra that has had a lot of problems-we replaced everything spark plugs, coil, ...
A: when you get the car not to start check for proper fuel pressure with a pressure gauge. if the fuel ...
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| ABS light staying on | 12/14/2007 |
Q: The ABS light on the dash of my 1998 Nissan Altima GLE came on after the system engaged last night ...
A: while it is not dangerous to drive like this the system should be restored to normal operation as ...
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| Battery or Alternator? | 12/13/2007 |
Q: I have a 2002 Ford ZX2, with approximately 92K miles, original battery. Last week I had to have a ...
A: with the car running you will have to check the voltage of the battery with a meter and see if the ...
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| climate control | 12/12/2007 |
Q: i own a 94 cadillac fleetwood brougham 5.7L 350 LT1 and my car has no heat. i thought my stat may ...
A: the scan tool will be able to read values of all the actuators and sensors in the system and preform ...
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| Toyota Solara Need help! | 12/12/2007 |
Q: About a week ago the check engine light came on and the car started to idle rough. Well now the car ...
A: without the right test equipment it will be impossible to diagnose and repair. to check the ignition ...
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| heater problem | 12/12/2007 |
Q: My 1998 Ford Ranger has good AC but no heat. Both hoses attached to the heater core are hot as are ...
A: the actuator is located behind the right side of the instrument panel and controls the blend door to ...
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| 95 camry regulator/motor window assembly | 12/11/2007 |
Q: how difficult is it to install the regulator/motor assembly in a 95 camry. A mechinic want to ...
A: once the screws are removed the panel has clips that help retain it. gently pry the door panel to ...
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| 1994 Aerostar van 6 cylinder 3.0L automatic | 12/11/2007 |
Q: The vehicle is shifting back and forth between what I think is 3rd and overdrive. This happens at ...
A: my guess is one of the sensors is giving a false reading and causing the transmission to go in and ...
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| 95 camry regulator/motor window assembly | 12/10/2007 |
Q: how difficult is it to install the regulator/motor assembly in a 95 camry. A mechinic want to ...
A: although the window reg/motor assembly is fairy easy to change the parts are expensive and the labor ...
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| indicator lamp switch | 12/10/2007 |
Q: ...the driver side headlight is all normal and bright..but the passenger side head light is very ...
A: probably at the headlight socket. add an additional ground temporarily at the headlight socket and ...
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| vw jette - electrical problems | 12/9/2007 |
Q: Chris, My 2002 Jetta GLS 2.0 has a few problems. All on the same day my headlights, turn signals, ...
A: also check the battery terminals to see if any wires off the cables have broken or corroded. you ...
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| 94 Camaro | 12/8/2007 |
Q: My Camaro idles at 2000 rpms when I give it gas the rpms rise as they should but then start to go up ...
A: first do you have any check engine light on. if so this needs to be checked first as it will help to ...
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| Werid noise when I turn on the car | 12/8/2007 |
Q: I have a weird problem with my 2001 Civic, for some reason my car have a weird noise (from the ...
A: hey Brian without me being there to here it this is very difficult for me to determine. see if you ...
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| engine dies and doesn't start for a few minutes | 12/8/2007 |
Q: Chris: I have a 2001 gmc sierra 1500. I have been having random problems with it dyeing when ...
A: when the car dies you will need to check for proper fuel pressure. you will also want to check if ...
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| Werid noise when I turn on the car | 12/7/2007 |
Q: I have a weird problem with my 2001 Civic, for some reason my car have a weird noise (from the ...
A: without me being there its hard to tell you what the sound is. it almost sounds to me like you may ...
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| heater not working | 12/7/2007 |
Q: is there a recall on 1997 ford taurus cause i have read alot about the heat doesn't work i have had ...
A: have you checked to make sure no one has bypassed the heater hoses? if the heater core is clogged a ...
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| 1986 f150 | 12/6/2007 |
Q: I have a 1986 f150 and my son was driving it one day. While parking the truck, he attempted to shift ...
A: if this is not an option you can email me and i will send you a diagram of the steering column ...
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| battery light | 12/6/2007 |
Q: Just got new battery and altenator and the battery light is on and seems to be draining the battery ...
A: using a test light hooked up to ground check if the test light lights up. if the test light does not ...
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| 1992 Subaru Idles rough when cold after rain | 12/4/2007 |
Q: I just purchased a 1992 Subaru Legacy AWD with auto transmission. It has 100k miles on it and runs ...
A: if the car has a distributor a good possibility is a bad cap and rotor or a defective ignition wire ...
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| 1995 toyota camry LE tail light | 12/3/2007 |
Q: My tail light on the passenger side went out, and I need to replace the bulb. How do I get at the ...
A: if you want to take some pics of the tail light assembly both from the inside of the trunk and the ...
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| Engine | 12/1/2007 |
Q: I want to buy a used chevy engine that will fit my 1995 chevy s 10 4x4 pickup. However, the seller ...
A: however i would stay away from a motor that has no info available to you about year make or model ...
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| Grand am wont turn over | 11/29/2007 |
Q: 2000 grand am se 2.4 with 165,000 miles. This car has and was running great. One time I went to ...
A: hey Ron the first thing to check is to make sure the anti theft key device is programmed right. with ...
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| Audi Q7-ECU problem | 11/28/2007 |
Q: I have Q7-BAR,4.2 2007. Engine stopped suddenly. I have checked with VAG-Com 704.2. I can access all ...
A: hey trivu i searched all over my repair system and there is not enough information released yet from ...
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| toyota camry | 11/28/2007 |
Q: I started taking apart the dashboard on a 96 camry in order to get to windshield defrost and ...
A: has a wiring problem, or the control unit is no good. to remove the air outlet servo motor. ...
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| output speed sensor | 11/27/2007 |
Q: how do i remove the electrical connection on the output speed sensor on a 99 dakota
A: just gently push up on the release tab and separate the connector. if the connector is loaded up ...
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| Audi Q7-ECU problem | 11/27/2007 |
Q: I have Q7-BAR,4.2 2007. Engine stopped suddenly. I have checked with VAG-Com 704.2. I can access all ...
A: the pcm is covered under factory warranty since it sounds like the control unit has failed. i assume ...
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| check engine | 11/26/2007 |
Q: 1996 F-250 w/460 I had PO174 come up, inspected and tested vacuum hoses-found nothing, inspected ...
A: the only way to eliminate a vacuum leak 100 percent is to have a smoke test preformed on the vacuum ...
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| P0171 System too Lean (Bank 1) + Overheating + Oil Light | 11/26/2007 |
Q: I have a 99' Olds Silhouette Premier, 80,000 miles on it with a V-6. New tranny @ 25,000, new head ...
A: you have a lot going on here and it needs to be addressed right away before any further damage ...
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| 95 contour random shifting | 11/25/2007 |
Q: 95 ford contour 2.5 v6 gl automatic trans. during highway speeds of 60 mph every 4 seconds the ...
A: the most common cause of this code is a faulty input speed sensor also known as a tss sensor. there ...
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| 1991 Ford Ranger | 11/23/2007 |
Q: I have a '91 Ford Ranger that has no problems cranking, unless the temperature drops below 31 ...
A: the reason why I'm asking is because you say it does not crank but you installed new plugs. the ...
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| 1995 Lumina Tail Lights | 11/23/2007 |
Q: I have a 95 Lumina and the tail lights do not work but the brake lights do??? I have changed the ...
A: especially the under hood fuse box. there is a 25 amp fuse there for parking and tail, lights. if ...
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| window | 11/22/2007 |
Q: how to fix rear off track on a 1997 bmw 528i
A: hey Dave more than likely the window regulator is broken and needs to be replaced. the door panel ...
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| 1995 grand am | 11/21/2007 |
Q: My check engine light is coming on occasionally and the car is dogging then will kick back in. The ...
A: yes Annette some gm cars can not be done this way but yours can. they may have been jumping out the ...
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| 1995 grand am | 11/21/2007 |
Q: My check engine light is coming on occasionally and the car is dogging then will kick back in. The ...
A: the system will store the code in memory any time the light comes on. the codes can be gotten out of ...
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| ABS | 11/20/2007 |
Q: The ABS pump in my 99 chevy silverado will not shut off the only action available was to pull the ...
A: a common failure is the pump motor relay contacts burn and stick closed. we use the scan tool ...
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| 2002 Mecrury Cougar | 11/20/2007 |
Q: Okay i have a whopper for you I own a pos cougar, and i have had nothing but problems with it. for ...
A: the first thing that needs to be done is to scan the system with a diagnostic scanner to read the ...
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| 2000 CHEVROLET CAVALIER BRAKE ISSUE | 11/20/2007 |
Q: here is the story and the issue I recently had to make panic stop to avoid a accident since then the ...
A: first you should have the abs system scanned to find the cause of the light. it sounds to me like ...
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| power window /subaru outbacks | 11/20/2007 |
Q: while driving a 2000 outback station wagon,i rolled down the driver's side window and it won't roll ...
A: either the window motor is no good or you have a power problem to the motor such as a bad window ...
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| 1999 Mercury Sable | 11/19/2007 |
Q: Can the clutch be removed from the ac compressor without removing the pulley so that the car is ...
A: removing the wire connector at the compressor will keep it from engaging incase these modes are ...
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| 2000 infiniti qx4 [pathfinder similar] | 11/18/2007 |
Q: I am installing a used a/c compressor and want to know the a/c oil capacity. I drained the old one ...
A: 8 oz of type S oil. if you are just replacing the ac compressor without doing a system flush which ...
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| 1994 Mazda B4000 4x4 | 11/18/2007 |
Q: When i try to in gauge my four wheel drive my transfer case switches to low gear but my wheels don't ...
A: there are electric motors, solenoids, and control modules that control you four wheel drive system. ...
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| VIBRATION | 11/17/2007 |
Q: I HAVE A 86 FORD-250 WITH A 460 ENG. IT HAS A SERIOUS VIBRATION WHEN RUNNING. I JUST BOUGHT THE ...
A: carefully check the harmonic balancer to see if the rubber in between the to parts is broken or ...
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| 95 contour random shifting | 11/17/2007 |
Q: 95 ford contour 2.5 v6 gl automatic trans. during highway speeds of 60 mph every 4 seconds the ...
A: either way the transmission first has to be checked for trouble codes. is there a check engine light ...
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| 2003 Land Rover Freelander diagonistic codes | 11/17/2007 |
Q: What do codes P1471 and P1472 indicate?
A: these codes should not set a check engine light on your system only store a code. vis stands for ...
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| heat/air | 11/16/2007 |
Q: 97 suburban 350 4x4. blows warm/kinda hot air, but when really cold, does not blow hot air like it ...
A: hey Robert. the first thing to check is to see if both heater hoses going into the heater core are ...
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