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How often should my tires be rotated?
Since tires are such an important part of your driving experience, it is crucial that you have the rotated whenever they are scheduled for maintenance. To tell how often your tires should be rotated. Follow the recommended service schedule...
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Tire and rotor problems
From the description provided it appears that you have quite the list of concerns going on with your Dodge Neon. With a situation with so many concerns, I highly recommend enlisting the assistance of a certified mechanic to come by...
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Bearing grinding in front wheels
Hello. If you are getting a growling or grinding noise while driving down the road, then it is more than likely a bad bearing. These need to be serviced and packed with new grease over time to prevent this from...
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what are the symptoms of a bad axle? 2006 Honda Civic
Hello. A bad axle shows up in a few ways. A visual inspection would first tell you if there is a broken and leaking boot on the axle. Though a boot can be replaced I usually replace the axle. They...
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Power Hatchback
The power hatch has a motor and a rod that push the door open, but this device was not designed to hold the weight. There should be lifters or struts mounted to the door and body as well. If they...
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When i start my car, my car will begin to shake, which goes away after a minute or by me turning the car off and starting again
The problem sounds like the engine may be misfiring in the ignition system or the computer has a problem with one of its sensors like the camshaft or crankshaft sensors. The best way to narrow down the cause of the...
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Helicoiled spark plug
A helicoil in a spark plug hole of the aluminum cylinder head was installed in the past due to a spark plug threads in the cylinder head came out during spark plug removal or the spark plug blew out of...
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Car shaking while accelerating
You could have several issues going on there. I would start by having a mechanic, such as one from YourMechanic, check out the recent work. It is possible for the CV axle nut to have come loose. The noises while...
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Hum/whining noise
Hello. The hum/ whining noise you hear might be your fuel pump. If you turn your key to the run position without starting the car, and you hear the same noise for about five seconds, that could be your fuel...
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Co2 sensors are detected as malfunctioning . Can I still drive with this problem until i can afford to fix. 1 week.
The codes you are getting may be directed to the O2 sensors but can be caused by a computer system or fuel system malfunction. You should get each code diagnosed to find out what is the cause of the rich...
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Oil
Hi Patel. Thanks for asking this question. When it comes to choosing oils, the best oil to use across the board for any vehicle is the one that the manufacturer recommends for that particular vehicle. Inside your owner manual, you'll...
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Slight overheat low coolant
I would suggest having the system pressure tested when the system is cold and do not forget to check the radiator pressure cap also for any leaks. Have the system pressure tested and it should not leak any pressure in...
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Shafts rocking on a 2002 Toyota Corolla with a noise while driving
The first thing you'd want to do is check the transmission and motor mounts. They all work together. Your vehicle is 14 years old and odds are that the mounts are worn. That's a common thing that happens with your...
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Replacing driver's seat
Hi there, thanks for writing in. You can use the same bucket seat out of any GM truck whether it is a GMC or Chevrolet from the years of late 1989 all of the way up to 1998. This can...
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Gas smell inside cab
Hi there, thanks for writing in about your 2006 Pontiac Solstice. It's possible that something on the turbo kit was installed improperly, such as hoses were crossed in the process, or if there are vacuum leaks causing components to malfunction....
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Where is the vehicle identification number (VIN)?
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the legal identifier for your vehicle. You can find your VIN on the left side of the dashboard, where it meets the windshield.
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P0405 EGR Sensor A Circuit Low
Hello and thank you for your question. With having 200,000 miles on the engine, I recommend replacing the EGR and not just cleaning it. The plunger is probably has too much carbon build up making the EGR stick open when...
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Coolant boils, not sure if overheating.
Hello. It does sound like a thermostat issue. If the thermostat is not opening as it should then this will occur. It also sounds like the radiator cap may not be holding pressure. I would typically test the thermostat and...
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2009 chrysler 300c timing chain recall, does this reset the computer? (I need smog test soon after)
Yes this would reset the computer monitors for your smog test to pass. You should drive the vehicle for at least a week or more driving in all types of situations. Have a mechanic scan the computer to see if...
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hydraulic clutch stuck in gear
Hello. I suggest checking the shift linkages and the hydraulics of the clutch system. When putting the engine back in, the shift linkages may have been put back out of adjustment, or air could have been trapped in the clutch fluid. Bleeding...