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Console panel not working.
The panel window for the navigation typically will only be blank when the system is turned off. If the system is not turning on at all then you may have a programming issue. Nissan had some issues with the programming...
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Door loose
I will assume that the door is hanging, and does not line-up properly when closed. There are a few situations that can cause the door to hang loose: The hinges holding the door on may have started to fatigue, or...
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There is no power and is shaking in overdrive.
The Mass Air Flow sensor (MAF) may be dirty and causing the throttle position sensor to act up. Remove the MAF and clean it with electrical cleaner and then put it back on. Check all the hose clamp connections to...
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Floorboards wet from coolant leak.
There are a few things that could cause a wet floor. A clogged evaporator drain if you are lucky and a leaking heater core if you are not so lucky. To address the leaking coolant, I would have a technician,...
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Coolant disappearing for radiator.
If your car overheated and you are loosing coolant but no leaks are found the coolant is going somewhere. The place it is going is into the engine. The heads may be warped and the head gasket is leaking coolant...
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Gearbox stuck in park
Hello! There are a few things that can cause the gearbox to remain in park. The most common is the brake switch - modern cars require the brake to be pressed in order to change gears. If the brake switch...
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Car making weird noises
Sounds like you might be having traction control issues. These are common on the G6. The issue is usually related to a body harness under the rear seat that is misrouted. This causes the insulation to wear and the harness...
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gears not moving into next gear smoothly while accelerating, check engine light on daily
There are a few common causes of the transmission shifting like this. They include the transmission fluid level being low, transmission shift solenoid, or the transmission torque converter. Any of these can cause harsh shifting that can be intermittent. I...
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How do I use the auto down window?
If your vehicle is equipped with the auto down window, then you can roll the driver’s window down all the way, with only a quick button press. To use the auto down feature, press the driver’s Power Window switch down...
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Ticking noise coming from the driver's side of the engine
Often, that would be lifters making a noise. So, the first thing you'd want to do is get some good engine oil flush and have the engine flushed out, and then change the oil and filter. A lot of times,...
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Transmission slips off line under mid-full throttle
Hello there, thank you for asking about your 1998 Oldsmobile LSS. The first thing to have checked in a situation like this is the transmission fluid level. Using the directions laid out in the owner's manual, inspect the transmission fluid...
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I have power to my coil packs but I am not getting any spark
If you scan the computer and monitor the crankshaft and camshaft sensors, you will see one of them not working properly to send a signal that the computer will use to make the coils send a spark. You will not...
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Key stuck in ignition switch
I believe the part you might be referring to is not the ignition switch but rather the lock cylinder. The ignition switch as an actual electronic switch located further down the steering column on your vehicle. The lock cylinder is...
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Rpm problem
Hi Ritchie. Thanks for contacting us today. The first thing you need to do is isolate the source of the RPM increase. It is possible that a vacuum hose was not correctly attached during the service, so I would recommend...
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I have a 2005 Impala keeps overheating and air blows thru vents when the switch is off
It could be that there is a problem in the radiator. They are subject to buildup of minerals that lower their cooling capacity. One way to check if there might be a problem with the radiator is to turn the...
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How do I change the settings for the unlock door function?
When the electronic key is on your person, you can unlock your car’s doors by pressing the sensor on the back either front door handle. The default setting makes it so that you can unlock all of the doors by...
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How do I set or cancel the speed door locking feature?
When the speed door locking feature is turned on, then your vehicle’s doors will be locked when the car eclipses 12 mph. You can turn on or turn off this feature with just a few quick steps: Turn the...
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Car turns off randomly
There can really be several reasons why your Ford Bronco II randomly turns off. While the information provided is a bit limited, I do have a good idea on where we can start. You are on the right track to...
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Rattle noise
Hi there. Either the engine's timing tensioner is loose and not pressurizing up when the engine is started up or the camshaft variable timing solenoid is sticking when the engine oil is thick - cold. I recommend putting in an...
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Engine stalls in gear at stop light
This can happen for a few different reasons and is usually related to things like the idle control valve or the MAP sensor. I would suggest checking the MAP sensor as this would seem to have more impact on this...
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I have a high pitched squeal when i accelerate, gets worse as rpm raises, new water pump and timing belt
It's possible that the water pump that was installed is faulty. The best way to determine this is to use a mechanic's stethoscope and use it on different areas of the engine to determine where the sound is coming from....
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I have a damaged hood, radiator support and headlight
Hello, thank you for writing in. The hood should technically fit. Some replacement hoods for the 1999 say they will not fit the 2000 model, but they should be the same. The first thing you want to do is look...
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Cadillac heater issue 2005 Cadillac DeVille
Hi there - I suspect your cabin heating scenario is a problem with the air blend doors in the heater unit itself. The lack of heater function typically has 5 causes: the engine is not getting up to correct temperature...
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Throttle position sensor Honda CR-V 2006
Hi there. I would recommend watching this video to show you where it's located and how it's replaced.