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The air conditioner specification label provides technicians with important information about the air conditioner, the type of refrigerant it uses and more. You can find the label on the underside of the hood on the passenger side.
Hello. Since R12 and R134 have been mixed into the refrigerant system, there is a good chance that the mix of the two types of refrigerant could have caused damage. They use different kinds of oil, and can cause coagulation...
It depends on what kind of shifter it's got on it. Some guys put the aftermarket ones on. Look all around and see if there is any places. You'll need allen heads in or phillips screws. Sometimes they got a...
Hello. If your oxygen sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/oxygen-sensor-replacement) is reading low then it may be possible that it needs to be replaced. If there was a blown fuse (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/signs-your-car-has-a-blown-fuse) or disconnected wire then there would be no signal at all. If the...
The idle air control valve monitors the air intake as it is mixed with fuel prior to being injected into the engine. This valve is controlled by the vehicle's computer which will adjust idle speed based upon other measurements such...
Hey there. There are some obvious possibilities: the fan or blower noise due to motor defect; the A/C clutch is chattering or slipping, and/or the clutch bearing is worn, loose, or wobbly; the compressor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/ac-compressor-replacement) has an internal mechanical fault...
Hi there. The cost of replacing a starter varies on which shop you take your vehicle to. Each shop has a different hourly rate and a different plan like adding a diagnosis with the replacement. The price that you have...
A clogged catalytic converter can cause the pressure inside the exhaust system to build high enough to burn exhaust valves and cause the engine to stall as it cannot get any air out. Failed valve stem seals along with high...
The The state of Colorado requires all drivers are required to carry liability automotive insurance, or “financial responsibility,” in order to operate a vehicle legally and maintain vehicle registration. Colorado is a “tort” state, meaning that fault must be established...
Ethanol fuel is an alcohol-based type of biofuel (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/5-essential-things-to-know-about-biofuel) that is used as a popular alternative to gasoline. It is made from distilled plant and biodegradable materials, such as corn and sugar, as opposed to regular gasoline, which is made...