Q: my van had wiring and the computer replaces bc it ran rough. 4 months later same thing. Now suggested to replace the expansion val

asked by on August 04, 2016

I have spent 3,400 on it. Is this possible within 5 months to have so much wrong. Should I get a 2nd opinion or get rid of the van?

My car has 181000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

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