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| power steering | 6/29/2007 | CRISTEL Rothwell |
Q: couple of weeks ago,i bought a 01 mitsi challenger.it has an audible whine from the power ...
A: Not real familiar with the Challengers? Is that Purtorican?> But all of the Mitsubishi that i deal ...
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| Eclipse wont start | 6/22/2007 | CRISTEL Rothwell |
Q: My 2000 Eclipse GT (3.0L) wont start, have changed the Crank sensor and now the Ignition ...
A: you may need to get that checked your "SRS" aka airbag light may be on due to a malfunction in the ...
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| relays/fuses on Mitsubishi | 6/22/2007 | CRISTEL Rothwell |
Q: I got an answer from you on checking relays on a Mitsubishi, I was told you could tell if they were ...
A: I am sorry what type of Mitsubishi? You might have a fusible link on the battery that went bad If ...
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| Car Won't Start | 6/20/2007 | CRISTEL Rothwell |
Q: Last night I drove my 2002 Mitsubishi Galant to a restaurant, parked it, then returned after dinner ...
A: I would have your alternator checked, If it does not charge correctly it will discharge the ...
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| Endeavor transmisssion issue | 6/20/2007 | CRISTEL Rothwell |
Q: I have a 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor with 18,000 miles on it. As of late the transmission does not ...
A: i pulled the TSBs with the labor code you gave me... If you are still having problems I would take ...
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| 97 Mitsubishi diamante transmission - reverse slips | 6/18/2007 | CRISTEL Rothwell |
Q: I have a 97 Diamante 3.5 w/ automatic transmission. The Reverse works when cold but slips when hot. ...
A: Most likely on that transmission there is a shift solenoid that went bad or it could be in the valve ...
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| '02 lancer stalled and won't start | 12/23/2006 | Dinger |
Q: As i was driving down the freeway my brand new, well for me, '02 lancer OZ rally just stalled and ...
A: If it was the alternator, installing a new battery will not help. I suggest installing a new ...
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| 1995 eclipse trouble code | 12/22/2006 | Dinger |
Q: Where is all this located on the car and where can I purchase the parts to fix this myself?I am ...
A: Located on the throttle body. I have a horrible pic of this stuff in two parts. I will need your ...
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| 2006 mitsu shift fork | 12/22/2006 | Dinger |
Q: they said that the clutch is pretty much destroyed... i dunno i have about 20000 miles on it and i ...
A: Second opinion would be my route. Ask them for the old parts and take them to a different garage. ...
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| 2006 mitsu shift fork | 12/21/2006 | Dinger |
Q: i have a 2006 mitsubishi 3.8 mivech v6 that all of a sudden wouldnt go into second, then after ...
A: You clutch is hydraulically operated and if the slave cylinder or master cylinder leaks then when ...
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| 91 galant transmission problem | 12/21/2006 | Dinger |
Q: i had kenndy replace the first one with a rebuilt i got my back and two others from a salvage yard ...
A: Wow, Kennedy is supposed to have a good rep, but I think this is a bad sensor. There is likely a ...
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| 1995 eclipse trouble code | 12/21/2006 | Dinger |
Q: I am trying to repair a CEL on my 95 eclipse. The code is 36(pulsed secondary air injection). This ...
A: Here is the pertinent info on that TSB. Though it is not a recall. NO.: TSB-96-17-002 DATE: July, ...
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| MItsubishi code off | 12/19/2006 | Dinger |
Q: My stereo was reset when my battery was removed to fix after i started the car the radio asked me ...
A: This sounds nuts, but you must turn your key to the on position and leave the driver door open for ...
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| i need you help | 12/19/2006 | Dinger |
Q: i have 94 3000gt my battery was removed When I started the car the radio asked me for a code i try 3 ...
A: You'll love this. You will need to turn the key to the on position and leave the driver door open ...
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| Mitrsubishi Engine 6G-72 | 12/18/2006 | Dinger |
Q: Vehicle runs very rich, engine check light goes off then comes back on again. Very difficult to get ...
A: First, we need to know what is causing the CEL to come on and that will guide us to an easy repair. ...
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| knocking noise??? | 12/12/2006 | Dinger |
Q: Hey, I asked you about my 1999 mitsubishi eclipse rs yesterday.I was red-lineing my car one night ...
A: Yes, the lower end bearings over heated. This in turn scars the crank shaft and connecting rods. The ...
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| Mitsubishi surging | 12/11/2006 | Dinger |
Q: I have a 1998 Mits Galant 2.4 Viento GDI. I first noticed the car seemed to have a lull at the ...
A: Sounds like a transmission problem. If you are under warranty at the place you purchased it from, ...
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| mitsubishi canter overheating | 12/7/2006 | Dinger |
Q: i have a 1992 canter 3.3 turbo diesel. i have put in a fully reconditioned long motor, as the first ...
A: G'day mate, I love you folks from downunder. Your welcome at my place anytime. In the mean time, I ...
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| 200 Galant Electrical problem | 12/6/2006 | Dinger |
Q: I lost the function of turn signals, fog lights, window washer all of a sudden. Any idea if it is a ...
A: Here's a recall for your issues, contact your dealer for more info: NO.: SR-99-003 DATE: December, ...
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| engine break-in | 12/6/2006 | Dinger |
Q: I am rebuilding the Mitsubishi 2.6 in my 1985 Mighty Max with all stock bearings and rings. I have ...
A: When I bought my first Navigator the guys told me to break it in like I am going to drive it. I ...
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| can't figure out code for my eclipse | 12/4/2006 | Dinger |
Q: I recently purchased a used car and my dad (in trying to be helpful) unplugged something and now the ...
A: I really like your name. You will need to remove the radio and get the ID number off the back. Call ...
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| Mitsubishi tapping | 12/4/2006 | Dinger |
Q: my father is one of those guys thats been working on cars for years so were do it yourself types, so ...
A: For some reason they used a belt instead of a chain for timing. So I would look at that while your ...
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| Mitsubishi tapping | 12/3/2006 | Dinger |
Q: so i bought a AT 91 mitsubushi 3000GT with the 3.0 dual overhead cam motor. at first, it had a bad ...
A: I would say you have a bad tappet or lash adjuster as Mitsu calls it. It's a very cool little device ...
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| Spark Plugs | 12/3/2006 | Dinger |
Q: 2003 mitsubishi diamante, ive since found them, how difficult is it to replace the air intake gasket ...
A: Here's what Mitsu says: SPARK PLUG CHECK AND CLEANING Remove the engine cover and intake manifold ...
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| car wont start | 12/1/2006 | Dinger |
Q: hey,dinger me again i checked all fuses and ok no fuse for the power locks though and head lights ...
A: LOL Thanks! hehehe well, I have run into this before and found it was the crank sensor. The ...
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| Motor mounts, other mounts | 12/1/2006 | Dinger |
Q: I have a Mitsubishi Eclipse Sypder and I had the motor mount replaced today. It has since been ...
A: Mounts used to be like $20. Now, over night, they are $300. You have 4 in your car. Mounts are ...
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| car wont start | 12/1/2006 | Dinger |
Q: hey,dinger i checked rotor turns and timming belt looks good i pulled a plug and engine has good ...
A: Yes, it controls the locks through the anti-theft module. Did you check the fuses? The headlights ...
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| car wont start | 12/1/2006 | Dinger |
Q: i have a 92 mistubishi 3000gt base single overhead auto it cranks with no start i getting no spark ...
A: Check all your fuses. Remove the cap, have someone crank the engine and see if the rotor turns. We ...
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| Trouble w/ Automatic in Spyder | 11/27/2006 | Dinger |
Q: While driving 1st went to 2nd no problem ... going to 3rd, it revved up to 6 and went dead ... now I ...
A: This could be a low fluid issue and all transmissions are prone to leaking. Before we condemn this ...
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| grinding in 1st | 11/25/2006 | Dinger |
Q: okay. how do I adjust the emergency brake? It grabbs on the higest click. Went under the car and ...
A: Joffre, Hope you had a great Thanksgiving! You have 4 wheel disc brakes with a separate drum set ...
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| 2001 Eclipse Overheated | 11/24/2006 | Dinger |
Q: I have a 2001 Eclipse GT, V6, manual transmission. I was driving my car on the highway; going about ...
A: There's a good change you have a blown head gasket. If sever enough it won't build compression and ...
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| 4 wheel drive indicator 2000 Montero Sport | 11/24/2006 | Dinger |
Q: I have a 2000 montero sport LS v6 3.0L 4wd. After driving for a minute or so in 2 wheel drive, the ...
A: I think you have a bad wheel speed sensor. The blinking lights indicate that a code is present in ...
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| grinding in 1st | 11/22/2006 | Dinger |
Q: in my 99 VR4, if I try and downshift into 1st above 15mph, I grind. Is that bad synchros and if so ...
A: Yes Joffre, it sounds like you have burned up the first gear syncro. About $1500 to repair. Unless ...
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| 1991 Eclipse timing and head bolt torque | 11/22/2006 | Dinger |
Q: I've lost the repair manual and I need the timing positions and head bolt torque. Just replaced the ...
A: The timing marks are on the gears, they should be nearest to each other as possible. Here are the ...
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| 95 Montero alternator belt and transmission problems | 11/22/2006 | Dinger |
Q: I have two questions. First, my alternator belt is slipping occasionally (when I slow to turn then ...
A: If you look there will be an adjustment bolt at the alternator. You'll need to loosen the bracket ...
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| carb problems.... | 11/22/2006 | Dinger |
Q: hy Dinger, ok..i have a 94 mitsubishi galant (1.6 L 4speed automatic) and recently it ran out of ...
A: Hey Rock, It's not the carb, but you might try replacing the fuel filter. Your fuel pump may have ...
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| Mirage Transmission Issues | 11/20/2006 | Dinger |
Q: I unfortunatly have to provide a long background story before I can ask my question...I apologize ...
A: Sorry Kim, Too bad you didn't contact in the beginning. The moron that told you that it was rare ...
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| 01 galant service engine soon light | 11/20/2006 | Dinger |
Q: I recently took this 2001 Galant to check out the problem codes. The diagnostic codes were oxygen ...
A: Replace the EGR valve and that should clear the 02 code. The speed sensors on the KM unit are called ...
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| 98 3000GT Problems | 11/17/2006 | Dinger |
Q: 1998 Mitsubishi 3000GT 3.0L V6 SL The vehicle has two problems that occur frequently. The car will ...
A: The answer lies in the code stored in the computer. The check engine light indicates that there is a ...
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| compatibility | 11/13/2006 | Dinger |
Q: Is a trans from a 93' DOHC 6G72 Stealth compatible with a 91 DOHC 3000GT SL?
A: Yeah Steve, Assuming they are both automatics, it will bolt up no problem they are both F4A33-1's. ...
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