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Car not staying started
Hi there. Diesel fuel systems can be temperamental, so that is where I would start. Lack of fuel pressure, contaminants or air in the system can cause the symptoms you are having. The water/fuel separator may need to be serviced...
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Car revved & lurched over curb while foot was on brake
Hey there, hopefully everyone was safe after this experience. My suggestion would be to have the vehicle towed to the nearest dealer to have the vehicle checked. There has been many possible complaints for this problem with other owners and...
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I've recently had the driver's side spring done along with the pads and discs on the brakes. Since getting my car back it is now making a clicking noise.
Hi there. The noise could could be the suspension being loose or the brakes could be sticking on at first. Check the suspension out and see if there is anything that could be loose. If the suspension is tight, then...
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Sensor under intake manifold
Hi there, thanks for writing in about your 1993 Honda Civic del Sol. Your friend was probably referring to a failed MAP sensor. It does reside under the intake manifold and can cause mixture issues resulting in RPM surges. One...
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Battery light on, don't have power steering in D but have in R, AC not cold, white smoke ? other day smelled sweet.
You may have a coolant leak. That can be determined if you request a coolant leak diagnostic. There was a recall for quite a few Ford vehicles, including your model, to rectify a fault with the electric power steering system....
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What else can be making noise under the front of my 2013 Ford Explorer
Hi there. I have come across this situation with this vehicle a few times. Most of the time it is one of two things. It is either caused by bad strut mounts or by failing lower control arm bushings. The...
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I lost reverse. What could that be?
Hi there. The noise of grinding sounds like a gear that is broken or damaged like a pinion gear in the differential or a drive gear in the transmission. Get a stethoscope for an automotive vehicle and put the probe...
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What would it cost to have the timing chain replaced on a 2002 Saab 93 SE
Hi there. In order to receive a price estimate for one of our mobile mechanics to come to your location and complete a timing chain replacement job on your Saab, we need to get a little more data from you....
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When it rains hard right rear window goes down and sends car into limp mode. The trunk also leaks.
There are small bus computers in your vehicle that control multiple items throughout the car. There is a bus controller in each door on the car. It is possible that the door that is leaking water inside it is causing...
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I would like a quote on lexus gx 470 2008 for replacing these parts : 1 axle , 120k miles maintainence, water tank. thank you . A
You can follow this link which will ring you to a page where you can request several estimate and recommendations based on your vehicles mileage. In many cases, a 120k service may include but is not limited to a transmission...
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Car won't start
Try to move the steering wheel back and forth while turning the key. You may have bound up the steering lock when the vehicle was parked. If the key turns okay now, then the vehicle should start. If the steering...
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I know about turning off new text message notifications on Uconnect, but is there anyway to turn it off completely? I still get th
Hi there. One of the issues with the Uconnect system on newer Dodge / Chrysler vehicles is the confusion on how to completely disable the system; so it won't interrupt music or other communication. The truth is there is no...
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toyota Tacoma truck won’t start
If you are referring to stalling that occurs after releasing the service brake (as opposed to the parking brake), a possibility is a vacuum leak in the power brake booster. If manipulating the parking brake has an effect on lighting,...
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When I take off or reverse the back of my truck makes a cracking noise
You should inspect the rear driveshaft U-joints to see if the joints are bad. You may see where the joints are loose or rust around joints. You will need to replace the U-joints if they are loose or making noise....
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My latch hood is broken
Hi there. It is common for the hood latch cable to brake at the lever inside of the vehicle. First, you should check and see if it is connected to the latch. If it is connected then the hood latch...
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I need an stimate or a posible solution for a problem with a Nissan Sentra 2007 with the codes P1610 and P1614
Both of these codes P1610 and P1614 codes are a problem within the theft system and shows lock and key match improper. This can be if the wrong or not programmed key was used. If you are having a problem...
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How do I decline a call?
When a paired phone receives a phone call, it will come through the sound system, even if the sound system is currently playing something. To decline the call, press the Phone End button.
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Accelerating on park
Hi Blendy. Thanks for contacting us tonight. When you have an issue where the RPM increases when it's in park it's typically due to a vacuum leak or a problem with the idle control valve. It could also be due...
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Car struggling to start
The intermittent non starting leads to to a sensor issue. Either the crankshaft position sensor or the camshaft sensor would cause the symptoms you have described. A qualified technician like the ones at YourMechanic will be able to diagnose this...
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2003 Yukon stalls going down hill and at abrupt stops.
Hopefully, the two stalling scenarios have only one cause. Among the possibilities are a faulty torque converter lock up. You might be able to detect that with a sophisticated scan tool, such as the Tech 2. If the level of...
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Transmission slipping, hard to stay in gear
Automatic transmissions have been called “slush boxes” for years by old drag racers. The main reason for this name is they are a fluid driven device. Because of this, fluid level and condition are crucial to proper operation. Unfortunately, the...
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Loud air conditioner noise
Do you hear the noise with the engine running and A/C off as well? If not, your problem may be the A/C compressor clutch or the bearings in the belt driven compressor pulley. If you always hear the noise while...
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My heater blows a lot of air it just doesn't get very hot
Hello there, a few common faults will cause your vehicle to have air that is not very hot. Without knowing the year, make and model of the vehicle I can only provide a broad answer. The most likely faults are...
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Car won't start
Hi there! This concern plagues many vehicles and may stem from either a failing battery, or some charging system component that is not charging the battery properly (e.g., a shorted circuit that drains the battery while the car is idle)....