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How do I use the power locks?
There are three sets of power door lock and unlock buttons inside of the vehicle: one on each of the front door panels, and one in the middle of the instrument panel. To unlock the doors, press any of the...
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How do I put my iPod in repeat mode?
When your iPod is in repeat mode, it will replay the track that you are currently listening to. You can set your iPod to repeat by pressing the Repeat button. Press this button a second time to turn off repeat....
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Speed vs. Torque
If you compare the concept to some small remote control cars and trucks out there, they have a two speed rear ends to have great low speed torque and use shift gears to have great high speeds. When it comes...
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ABS warning light on
ABS and ESC are use the same system to achieve different results. ABS will take control of braking when a slip is detected. ESC is stability control. It provides braking on certain wheels when a slide is detected through a...
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Car shuts off while driving
Hello. This comes up often on your vehicle. The most common cause of your car suddenly shutting off is a bad main relay. This can also be caused by a failing sensor or distributor, but that is not as common....
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Check Engine error codes
Hello! It seems as if there is a TSB for a PCM update related to the codes p2195 and 2197. It is best to verify that update has been done because in most cases, that will fix the vehicle and...
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Excessive oil consumption and sooty exhaust
Hello there, A few different items can cause oil consumption. The most common is oil leaks, valve stem seals, PCV faults, or engine mechanical issues. Porsche 911's are known to have some oil consumption that is considered normal due to...
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buying for 22,000.00
That is a very tough question to answer without being able to see the vehicle first hand. That is a lot of miles, but if it was mostly highway miles, that isn't so bad. If it was a lot of...
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Clutch pedal won't compress
Hi there. It is highly unlikely that you broke the clutch on your friends car, although it will always be assumed that since you were the only one who drove it - it must have been you. The reality is...
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Nissan rouge 2013 slip light is on.
Hi there. Vehicles like yours have had the same issue with the brake master cylinder leaking brake fluid into the brake booster causing the fluid level to be low. This was turning on the Slip Indicator Light. Check your brake...
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2005 cadillac cts-v and is a flooded car and wont start but does turn, i want to know how i can save the engine is a ls6 5.7
Hi there. Usually when an engine is flooded with water, the only way to rebuild it correctly is to pull out of the vehicle, completely disassemble, fully clean (including sandblasting any excessive rust off cylinder heads, blocks and intake) and...
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How often should I replace my tires?
Eventually, the time will come when you have to replace your tires. No matter how gentle you are, you just can’t make them last forever. When that day rolls around, make sure you do things right. What does that mean?...
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Van leaking coolant
It sounds like there is a large coolant leak, especially if the system is loosing a considerable amount of coolant. The cooling system will need to be inspected for the source of the leak. Many times the source of the...
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What precautions should be followed with the back door?
Your car is equipped with a back door that provides access to the cargo area. It can be opened with the handle and locked or unlocked with the key, the remote or the electronic key. However, there are several precautions...
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Leak in power steering
The power steering pump or hoses could be the cause but the system would need a complete diagnostic inspection to verify the leak before a recommendation for repairs is given. I recommend having a mechanic like one from YourMechanic check...
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How do I put my iPod in shuffle mode?
You can put your iPod in shuffle mode while you’re listening to it through the sound system. To do so, simply press the Random button. If you press the button for less than 0.8 seconds, you will shuffle all of...
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How do I decline a phone call?
When a paired device receives a phone call through the infotainment system, the sound system will be muted, and you will hear a ring through the sound system. To decline a call, rotate the MENU/SEL knob to Decline, then press...
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ignition is turning over but car won't start up
Hi there. From the description you have provided, your vehicle will turn over but the car will not start with lots of hesitation, is somewhat confusing. Assuming, the starter is turning the engine over but, not well (lots of hesitation)....
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How can I tell if my tensioners are keeping pressure on my serpentine belt?
Hi there. Many serpentine belt tensioners have a built in gauge that can help you determine if it is in need of replacement. Here is a link to a picture of a similar style tensioner and what to look at...
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Car not getting fuel
Not enough fuel at start up can be a possibility. This could be caused by damaged fuel lines, failing fuel pump, or even a clogged fuel filter or clogged injectors. The vehicle also won't start if there isn't enough air...
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How do I know if the brakes need to be replaced?
Your car has self-adjusting, four-wheel disc brakes. That offers better stopping power, but you need to know the signs that the pads are beginning to wear out. While some squeaking is normal with all disc brakes, yours are equipped with...
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How do I change the air outlet mode?
Your vehicle has four different air outlet modes: air flow to the upper body, air flow to the upper body and the feet, air flow to the feet, and air flow to the feet with windshield defogger. To switch between...
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Kia revving
Hello. If your Kia is idling at this rpm then the throttle plate may be sticking in one spot. It would be a good idea to start by cleaning out the throttle body. If that does not help then the...
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Van don't turn over
Hi B.B. There are several reasons why a car won't turn over, however, if you are able to bypass that by manually activating the starter, then it's quite possible that the dealership is correct in this case. The ignition system...