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The emission light has just come on after my car slowly leaking a clear fluid out of the back for two days but cant bring it to the shop for a week, is it safe to drive?
Does the fluid smell like gasoline? If it has no smell it is probably just condensation coming from the exhaust. If is is just water from the exhaust there is nothing to worry about. The light is probably on for...
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Cooling fan kicks off when the AC is on, on a 2000 Cherokee XJ
No, it is not normal. They shouldn't cycle that fast. When the fan is on, the fans generally run as long as the compressor is running. So, if you live in an area where it's really hot like Arizona, you...
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Gascap warning on 2007 Caravan
For the first issue, the gas cap will need to be replaced sometimes. I had a 2009 Dodge Charger that this happened to also. It's not something you can control. As for the second issue, it seems like it is...
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Power steering noises when turning steering wheel
Hello. Changing the transmission fluid will not help to quiet down the power steering pump. If you meant to say that you were going to change the power steering fluid then that may help. I usually start by checking the...
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2002 grand am starts but then immediately starting vibrating in any gear except neutral. dies as soon as I hit the accelerator
This may be related to a few different things such as a faulty idle air control valve, low fuel pressure, or potentially an intake air leak creating a lean fuel condition. The idle air control valve monitors the air intake...
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My car stalls out in the mid of driving
Hi there. From the description you provided concerning your vehicle stalling while driving, the cost of repair is difficult to answer without actually verifying the fault. It could be any number of reasons for the engine to stop running. It...
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Brake light issue
I would suggest checking first to see if the bulbs need to be replaced. Secondly, check the contacts in the rear tail light sockets. There should be two contacts, one for tail light and one for the brake light. Test...
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Do you think clutch can burn out within a year of the car being manufactured? How could this happen? Thank you.
Hi There, 8,000 miles on a burnt clutch is certainly a premature failure of the clutch. While there are many reasons this may have happened, getting Audi to warranty this may be a different battle and will be something you...
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I have a 2011 Audi A5 quatro 2.0T, it has 55K miles. Needs an oil change and turn off the service message.
Hello. You are right. Your vehicle does need these filters changed and the oil changed during this service. It will also need to have a complete vehicle inspection as part of this service. A certified mechanic from YourMechanic can come...
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Can I change my car from full injection to a carburetor?
Hi there. According to the emission department of the government, it is against the law to swap out a fuel injection system for a carburetor due to not getting a computer. If the vehicle was registered as recreational use only...
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Toyota Yaris 1.0 VVTi GS problem starting at normal temprature
The most likely common problem with these symptoms is a sticky/dirty idle air control valve, which either needs to be cleaned or replaced. Other possibilities is a clogged fuel filter, failing fuel pump relay, or fuel pump itself. I would...
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Occasionally see "service charging system" on the DIC. What might be the problem?
This may be a sign of a weak battery, a failing voltage regulator or failing alternator. As you know, if the belt is loose and enough torque is supplied, this may cause the belt to slip slightly causing the alternator...
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My car shut off while I was driving and won't start back up
Hey there. The diagnosis of replacing the distributor is most likely the cause since the fuel pump would be the other cause. The distributor on this car has the crankshaft and camshaft sensors along with the ignition coil. This would...
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What are some reasons why the remote vehicle start won’t work?
The remote vehicle start feature allows you to turn on your vehicle using only your remote keyless entry (RKE) transmitter. However, the remote vehicle start will not work if any of these conditions are met: 1. The RKE transmitter is...
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Engine light is lit up on dash and in message area it says oil..... so I know it's oil related do I just need to add oil maybe
When the oil light comes on, this usually means the engine is low on oil. This may also mean other things such as too high or low of oil pressure as well. I would recommend having an expert from YourMechanic...
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Air not working
Hello. There are many components involved in the air conditioning system, and many possible points of failure. If no air is coming from the vent, you can consider the interior fan and its circuits. Cool or warm air when the...
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Died while driving and now it wont Idle on it's own
You may have a dirty or failing idle air control valve. The idle air control valve reads the air intake as it is mixed with fuel prior to being injected into the engine at low speeds and at idle. Since...
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Car overheating, battery light on, and can't steer my wheel properly. 2001 Pontiac Grand Am
Hi there - your symptoms could indicate a failure of the serpentine belt - aka accessory belt - which drives the alternator, power steering and water pump. If the power steering pump seized or caused excessive drag on the belt,...
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Car dies when slowing down
A stalling while driving issue can be caused by multiple problems dealing with one or more of the following issues: lack of air flow to the motor (which could be caused by a blockage in the intake system), lack of...
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Wheel stud replacement
The easy way to do it is to replace the hub assembly if you have a lot of miles on them since it will give you new studs and bearings. If you want to just replace the studs, you can...
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Random shifting in and of neutral position
Hello. If the noise is only heard when shifting gears it is likely that you have a worn transmission or engine mount. I'd recommend getting some help from a certified technician who can diagnose your shifting issue firsthand and inspect...
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Engine not getting any spark
Hey there. This is a common issue. I would need to know what repairs were performed originally to fully answer this question. There are quite a few things that would cause a no spark condition. If the car is in...
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Replacement AC compressor labor cost
The AC may have a leak somewhere that is causing the AC to cycle on and off. The compressors on these vehicles are known to go bad and contaminate the entire system with compressor internal parts. The system will need...
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Advice on buying a 4-wheel drive vehicle with minor and major repairs
Minor are the stuff like brakes, water pump leaking, radiator caps with holes in them - stuff that doesn't cost that much to fix and what you can easily do by yourself. But, if the transmission or the engine have...
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Engine reduce power and light goes off but not other warning lights
Hello, thank you for writing in. When you have any type of warning light it means the computer has detected an issues when it was running tests. The computer is constantly running tests, and even stores some of their codes...