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My 1998 honda civic lx has started to over heat and the check engine light is on what can i do to fix it
Your car is overheating and you mention adding coolant a couple times, but it is unclear if a coolant leak is a "cause" or an "effect" of overheating in your case. That is, if you have a coolant leak, eventually...
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change language for gps for 2015 santafe
Hi H. H. Thanks for contacting us today. This video is for a 2017, but the process should be the same for your 2015. You can refer to your owner manual for specific steps as well.
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How can I paint a fendor on my Jeep grand Cherokee
Hello. There are several ways that you can accomplish painting just one panel. It really depends on your level of experience and how you feel most comfortable performing the task. You can start by removing the entire panel if you...
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All of a sudden it dies while driving?
Hi, thanks for writing in. This could well be a failure of the fuel pump relay, or the crankshaft position sensor. Both electronic components which can start failing from heat/use, then cool off and work again. Over time, sometime a...
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Ocassional loss of power
Hi there. If your MB panel van is diesel, it's possible that the change in diesel fuel (summer to winter blend) along with a clogged fuel filter or fuel injectors might be causing the stumbling issue you're experiencing. However, if...
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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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Air conditioning doesn't work
Modern cars have complicated HVAC systems that are heavily controlled and monitored by the car. The most likely cause is a blend door or a temperature control door has failed. A qualified technician would be able to diagnose the issues...
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Clutch bite point high with juddering on a 2003 Polo 1.4 TDI
Your clutch is just wearing out. When they start to bite high like that, and start to shutter, your pressure plate and disc are just starting to wear. So my advice is to go and get a clutch job done....
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Lost communication with the tcm
Depending on whether or not you have made any modifications to your car (i.e. aftermarket tune, other performance upgrades, etc), this may be a problem with the main power-train control module (PCM) not communicating with the transmission control module (TCM)....
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I replaced my battery but car still dying
In many cases, when the battery light comes on when you stop but goes away when you drive, it's caused by a loose sensor or connector that may have been removed during the installation of the new battery. On newer...
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2000 Toyota 4runner-both oxygen sensor replacement
If you input your year, make and model, as well as location (zip code) at YourMechanic's oxygen sensor replacement service page, the exact written quote you desire will be provided. Generally, after about 100,000 miles of use, it's not a...
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Can engine control module be repaired
Hello. I do not believe that any module or computer on a vehicle can be repaired. Unfortunately, these are sealed units and must be replaced if they fail. In addition, many engine computers require special programming from the dealership once...
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I have 3 error codes, P1784, P0731, P0732. I need help knowing what it means and how to I can fix it
All three of these codes are for the transmission and indicate you have issues with shift solenoids and gear ratio problem. Each code is a problem with a different part of the transmission and would require separate diagnostics for each...
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ABS runs key out
The ABS pump is fed power directly from a fusible link and not the 10A brake fuse. If the pump is running non-stop, this is an indication of a faulty brake pressure modulator valve unit that will need to be...
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Car alarm seems to prevent motor from turning on
Hello. If this is the factory alarm then you need to try another key as yours may not be registering. You can also try unlocking and locking the driver side door over and over a few times to see if...
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The P0010 error keep coming up and my car keeps jumping, and turning itself off and on while I drive sometimes.
Hello, thanks for writing in. If you took your vehicle in for repairs, and it was returned with a check engine light then I would immediately return to the shop and have them take care of the issue. If the...
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All engine sensor failure, transmission problems after a car wash.
Hi there. The only thing that could cause the severe issues that you are having with your vehicle is a leak in the exhaust system and having cold water enter the catalytic converter causing the chamber to collapse. Check the...
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Oil light is on and my car won't turn over
The issue your having is going to depend on the details of what happened when it overheated. If you were running the vehicle without any coolant, the engine could have reached 280°. When a vehicle reaches this extreme or hotter,...
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When carrying a load, van rough idles and loses power - 2001 GMC Savana 3500
Hello. There may be an issue with your fuel injectors. If the fuel injectors are clogged, this will not usually throw a Check Engine Light code but will prevent the engine from running properly. If a fuel filter becomes overfilled...
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Another mechanic I asked said I had leftover bolt that went into the water jacket and now I need to replace the heads... is this t
Hi there. Unfortunately we don't enough data from you to answer this question. We need to have the year, make and model of vehicle and the identification of the services completed to give you a good answer. Thanks.
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I have spongy brakes
Hello there. Many common faults could cause your vehicle to have spongy brakes. You have done well so far in replacing all the parts and bleeding the brakes. Without knowing your vehicle's make and model, I can only offer general...
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Sporadic issues with eletrical system of the car
Your vehicle has many technical bulletins that pertains to wiring issues with pins and connectors to various modules and control units in the vehicle. This issue is one that is hard to track down since it is an intermittent connection...
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Hi my 07 charger failed smog , i had diagnostics done and i was told i need new evap canister and o2 sensor bank 2 sensor 2. Can y
Hello, thank you for writing in. To get an official quote, you will want to contact our service department. I can tell you that replacing the oxygen sensor can cost from $100-200. The evap canister can be more expensive, but...
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The engine comes close to shutting off while idling
This is a sign of a dirty or failing idle air control valve. The idle air control valve monitors the air intake as it is mixed with fuel prior to being injected into the motor at low speeds or at...