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How can I get tail lights and console lights to work?
Hi there. First check the fuse box for any blown fuses. Then check the relays to see if any of the lights relay are activating. If the relays are activating, then you will need to check the wiring harness to...
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Window not working
Hello! That is a problem that several owners of the 350Z have faced. I personally have repaired three 350Z windows, and all three had a malfunction of the driver's side window; in each case, the cause was the driver's side...
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Engine chugs while acceleration
While adding sea foam and replacing the fuel filter are very good services for your truck, I wouldn't expect them to fix your issue. Usually, this is a sign there is something binding in the drive train or wheels. There...
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Transmission was replaced but not set in right so it won't bolt down believe it's disk between motor and transmission
The problem sounds like the transmission torque convertor is not inserted all the way into the transmission. If you try and force it you will damage the transmission. You need to spin and push in the torque convertor until it...
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Check Engine Light is ON sometimes and then it turns OFF and then turn back ON again
Based on the information you provided. Your crankshaft position sensor is the most likely cause of your concern. You may also see a p0339 code which is also a crankshaft position sensor code. I recommend having a certified professional inspect...
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Does my car need a clutch replacement?
Hi there. It sounds like the clutch is slipping; similar to when an automatic transmission slips. The clutch disc provides the friction surface that allows the transfer of engine torque to the transmission. It accomplishes this by riding on the...
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The car shudders in the front end, during braking at around 75 mph
Hello. If all of these parts have been replaced and the problem persists, then you either have a bent wheel hub or there is a worn out engine mount. Both of these will cause this. I usually check the engine...
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Honda prelude 1996
You're probably right about the cooling system. There may be a slow leak that evaporates as it leaks, so you don't see any puddles. You need to have the cooling system pressure tested to locate the leak. The shaking is...
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I try to put my car into gear, but it won't allow me. I can put it into reverse & 3rd gear, but it grinds immediate as I do. 2000 Toyota Celica
Hi there - the brake and clutch hydraulics share the same fluid reservoir, so if the reservoir is at the correct level - low fluid is not your clutch problem. This could be a failure of the pilot bearing as...
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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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Car is idling rough and missing
This may be a sign of a faulty MAP sensor. The Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensor senses engine load and generates a signal that is proportional to the amount of vacuum in the intake manifold. The engine computer then uses...
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Cables that unlatch and unlock tailgate have rusted out, and I do not have a way to get into the trunk.
Hi there, thanks for writing in. Most truck lock cylinders can only be accessed by removing the rear seats, the trunk cover and crawling inside the trunk or contacting a locksmith to unlock the trunk from the outside. As far...
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Power steering leaking
Hello. It would first be necessary to pinpoint where the leak is coming from by doing a power steering system check. Once the origin of the leak is found that component would need to be replaced. I recommend having a...
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Coolant is leaking from the bottom of my car
Hi there. Thanks for the picture. Unfortunately, it doesn't give us enough data to tell you what line is damaged, where it connects or which coolant lines you'll have to replace. Your best bet if you wish to complete this...
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2008 Odyssey driver side slide door stopped working, no indication on dashboard.
The door actuator, motor control and/or circuit components (wiring, relay, etc.) are faulty. To resolve this, a circuit trace is performed. In other words, the circuit is powered on to open/close the door and the point of the interruption is...
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Mechanic says I need a new alternator but I don't have any problems with car starting. Should I wait until there is a problem ?
The STS mechanic may not be as qualified as a Dodge trained mechanic. I cannot be sure but most if not all oil change only places do not employ master mechanics. I can understand the reasoning for the gaskets, hoses,...
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Car cranking but won't start also battery keeps dying
If the engine cranks at adequate RPM, be sure there is adequate fuel in the fuel tank and that the fuel is not old. Download any OBD-II trouble codes that have been stored and examine those codes for diagnostic clues....
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Rumbling while applying the brakes - 2007 Hyundai Entourage
Hello. If there is a rumbling noise when you apply the brakes, there is certainly a problem with the brakes. From my experience, it is most likely a problem with the rotors or rear drums. It could be that there...
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I have misfires in cylinder 7, replace spark plugs, trucks idles rough. 1997 Chevrolet Tahoe
Hello - check first for problem codes, whether your Check Engine light is on or not. Most auto parts stores will do this for free on a "time-available" basis. If the misfire is still ignition-related, check plug wires, especially the...
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What does the antilock brake system (ABS) Warning Light mean in a 2012 Chevrolet Cruze?
The antilock brake system (ABS) Warning Light is on your instrument cluster, and illuminates when there is an issue with your car’s ABS. The ABS is a vital part of your brake system, and helps your vehicle brake from high...
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Car wont run
Hi There, It sounds like you may have a fuel supply problem in getting the proper amount of fuel to the fuel injectors. As you know, when you turn the key to on, the fuel pump is activated and the...
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I can't get the axle out of the driver side hub.
The axle constant velocity (CV) joint has splines that go through the outer hub assembly secured with a large nut. Sometime when the CV axle needs to be removed the splines of the CV joint will rust and corrode then...
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Will all of the steering colomns in the link work for my 87 dodge diplomat? http://car-part.com/cgi-bin/search.cgi
The Car-Part.com database uses interchange data to display parts matches for individual makes, models and years. As you know, there is a proliferation of part variations that can often make it maddening to obtain exact and appropriate replacement parts. The...
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ticking noise what is it?
The ticking noise from the engine may be from a solenoid that starts to come on after you start to accelerate, like an EGR valve solenoid. If the noise is from the exhaust, then you may have a leak in...