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Car overheating and losing power
Were you having any problems before having the plugs wires and spark plugs changed the first time? I have seen instances where not all of the spark plugs were changed because the back 3 plugs can be difficult to reach....
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Transmission failsafe program comes on dash 2001 BMW X5
Hi there - the first task is to have the transmission fluid level checked. This will require technical assistance and a lift, since there is no dipstick on this model, and the fluid level "port" is underneath. Correct fluid temperature...
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Car flashed bunch of warning light when turned off has power to nothing also had a electrical smell under hood
Typically when you smell electrical smoke, that's a pretty good indication that a wire, relay or electrically powered system has been damaged. Looking at your symptoms, it's likely that a relay is damaged or the source of your issues. However,...
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Need to know if it's the engine. Misfiring, horrible gas mileage
Hi there, thanks for writing in. There are a few items in your question that lead me to believe you've got a cooling system problem that should be diagnosed and repaired as soon as possible. First, if you're smelling liquid...
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2001 Ford Taurus starting issues
This may be a sign of a faulty ignition coil. Ignition coils are coated with a varnish-like insulation that becomes brittle over time after being stretched then contracted repeatedly. The insulation develops small fractures that open when heated and close...
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Oil light flickers when come to stpp. Light or stop sign
Hi there. It's likely that either your engine oil level is low or you have a problem with the oil pressure sensor that is causing this issue. I would start by checking your engine oil level or having the oil...
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How do I remove the window regulator on my front passenger side door of my Hyundai I30 2010?
Hi there. The best advice we can offer here is for you to search online for a service and repair module for your 2010 Hyundai. It has much more detailed information about completing this service than we can offer on...
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I can't get through in your telephone line to ask if I can leave my keys and have a mechanic work on my vehicle without being here
Hi....I have referred this to customer service and they will call you promptly to address your concern. If you leave the keys with another household member, that is fine. Obviously do not leave the keys in the car. During the...
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I have to replace my IAC valve myself but don't know how to go about it.
Hi there. You will need the basic hand tools to remove engine accessories to access the IAC (Idle Air Control) Valve. The valve is located on the throttle body and is held on with either Allen head screws or Torx...
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Car backfired then stalls. Engine light is on plus the sports driving mode comes on.
Hi there. Check the engine's camshaft position sensor and the Mass Air Flow sensor (MAF). The camshaft position sensor could be damaged or burned up to cause the engine to backfire and stall out. The MAF sensor could be dirty...
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Smoking comes from exhaust under hood.
If you used any sprays while working on the spark plugs the smoke may be from the product heating up and burning off of the exhaust manifolds. Exhaust manifold gaskets will also smoke for some time when newly installed on...
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Shifting an automatic transmission
Sport mode permits gear shifting at higher engine RPM which favors quicker acceleration and more power. There could be some additional wear and tear on the vehicle drive train when using Sport Mode, whether the shifts are automatic or manually...
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My trunk won't open , I tried the remote and the inside latch, it still won't open
YourMechanic offers a specific service to resolve the issue that you are writing in about. Please see YourMechanic's trunk latch malfunction service page for full details as to the possible causes of the issue that you are having. If you...
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The car will run find for about 200 miles the it will start to lose power as you are driving it but if you stop the car for about
At 140,000 miles, it really could be just about anything. It could be that there is an electrical component that takes some time to heat up and fail, but works again as soon as it cools off for a few...
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Power steering fluid leaks
The steering gear leaking is best serviced by replacing it with a new or remanufactured unit. The hoses should be checked also. I recommend you have a mechanic like one from YourMechanic inspect your vehicle for power steering leaks.
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Check engine light on and VSC is also on
Hi, thank you for writing in. Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), the codes that can be downloaded and read when your Check Engine Light comes on, do not identify the exact parts that need replacement. DTC's are simply "good clues" that...
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I have a overheating problem but I have already changed my water pump and thermostat and had it checked for a blown head gasket
If you do not have a blown headgasket and have a new water pump and thermostat then you must have a blockage in parts of the radiator or the cooling fan or fan clutch is defective. Check fan clutch is...
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Service Engine Soon light staying on.
Evaporative systems seal the tank off from atmosphere and purge through the intake while the engine is running, if the computer senses that one of the valves electrical or mechanical functions aren't appropriate it will set a check engine light...
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How do I use the trip meters?
The trip meters show you how many miles you have driven over a certain period. This can help you determine how many miles you drive a month, or how much distance you have covered during your current trip. Your car...
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My key always get stuck in the ignition and now my car won't start.
It could be that you have a faulty ignition switch. According to a the GM recall website, your car was one of the cars recalled because of a faulty ignition switch. Before you take any other measures, call your dealer...
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can i get pitman arm and idler arm fixed?
Hi there. The Pitman Arm & Idler Arm are essentially the same component; however, they operate on opposite sides of the vehicle. The idler arm operates on the passenger side, while the pitman arm connects the steering box to the...
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brake sinking but still work.
Hello there, a few different faults can cause the vehicle to have poor brake performance like this. The most common causes would be the brake booster, brake master cylinder, or a brake fluid leak. When a truck has this sort...
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On my town & country I was starting to getting a whining sound with the engine rpm. we pulled the cerpenteen belt and the alt
A growing trend in the auto industry is the use of alternator decoupler pulleys. These pulleys power the alternator during cruising and acceleration and disengage during deceleration. This helps improve fuel economy by reducing the load on the engine. These...
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My truck feels like it won't go in drive while I'm driving
You should have the computer and transmission scanned to see if the system is storing codes that can be fixed without an internal transmission issue. The codes will need to have the pinpoint tests done to isolate the problem. ...