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There are a few possible problems that could cause these symptoms. It could have a failed coolant temperature sensor, which reports the temperature of the engine to the engine control module. The engine control module uses this info to determine...
If you are getting overheating only at lower engine speeds with no obvious reasons, then you will need to check if there is good flow through the radiator using a laser temperature sensor. By doing this you will be able...
Hey there. On a 2000 Mazda 626 2.0L it is in the passenger side of engine compartment on the firewall. If it is a 2.5L, then it is under and near the brake master cylinder.
Hi there - no, it is not necessary to drop the tank to replace the refueling vent valve (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-evaporation-vent-solenoid). However, it would be helpful to have the least amount of fuel possible in the fuel tank, simply to minimize spillage...
Hello - yes, a failed camshaft sensor can negatively affect fuel economy. With a failed cam sensor, engine management reverts to a "fail safe" engine timing scheme which is less efficient than when all sensors are working properly. The symptom...
If you are referring to a state safety inspection, this would depend on your states safety laws regarding automobiles. I would recommend consulting with a vehicle inspection station to determine if the damage to your vehicle will pass the inspection....
If the vehicle was register at 72K miles and then register at 99K miles after 11 months, that is 2,455 miles per month. If you are traveling on the freeways a lot and taking long trips that are 30 to...
Hi Gregory. Thanks for contacting us today. If you accidentally added windshield washer fluid into your coolant reservoir, it should be drained before you start the engine if possible. Windshield wiper fluid contains a small amount of soap, which will...
This engine does not have a fuel pump module so the most common cause is the fuel pump in the fuel tank is going bad. When it heats up it is seizing and stalling the engine. Replace pump and filter....
Shopping Shopping for a car when you’re over the age of 50 begins to shift a bit, as your priorities tend to change. Suddenly it’s not so much about what the vehicle looks like, or how much space it has...
Owning Owning your very first car is an exciting time in a person’s life. Likely you want to put a lot of thought and research into the process to ensure you get something that meets your needs, is fun to...