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Need to know the real miliage on this car I just brought
Hello. Each time the car changed hands (was resold) after 2012, any title that was issued would have had the "then" current odometer reading documented. If you search these records (in Ohio, for example, such a search is free online...
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intake manifold gasgit replacement
If oil is leaking into your cooling system, it is very possible that you have an intake gasket leak. It is also possible that you could have a cylinder head gasket leak. If oil can also be seen from the...
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Sputtering issue with car
Code P0301 stands for cylinder #1 misfire. There are numerous potential causes for this code and your symptoms. If that is the only code stored, you'll want to focus on items specific to the #1 cylinder, such as the fuel...
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I can't unlock my car on the driver side
Hi there. The alarm should not affect the use of the key to unlock and lock the driver's door. The linkage from the door lock cylinder to the door latch assembly must be disconnected. A fairly common failure, is the...
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Hard to keep wheel straight
Hello, thank you for writing in. The extent of the damage you are going to need to look for will depend on how hard the vehicle hit the curb. With the speed you were going, damage could have been done,...
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FUEL WONT GO IN TANK AND AUTO NOZZLE TRIPS
You most likely have a fuel filler nozzle that has an outer hose with an outer hose in it. If the inner hose comes off of its mounting at the inlet of nozzle then it will restrict the fuel trying...
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Cylinder 6 doesn't work on my Ford Explorer
Hi. A cylinder not working can be caused by several things. Two reasons that are common are an injector or an ignition coil failing. I recommend examining the coil, the injector cable and the number cylinder six to see if...
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Throttle body error codes. Car still accelerates.
The codes should have cleared when the battery was disconnected. I would suggest driving the car as normal for a bit to see if they come back on. Chances are if the car is running normally, they have been cleared...
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Oil in throttle boot
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Why Is it so Important That a Car Passes Emissions Testing?
Emissions testing provides several very useful functions for our daily lives. The combustion gases that come out of the tailpipes of our vehicles are comprised of carbon monoxide (CO), hydrocarbons (HC), oxides of nitrogen (NOx), carbon dioxide (CO2), and oxygen...
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O2 sensor relocation
Hi there. You are 100 percent correct about changing the location of the O2 sensor and it's negative impact on the ECU's ability to adjust on the fly to changing conditions. This is why I never recommend changing the location...
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Squealing noise, runs bumpy over 50 mph - 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML500
Hi! A good place to begin is with a thorough visual inspection performed on your Mercedes. Squealing sounds under the hood frequently come from accessory belts. This can be due to age or a worn tensioner. That's one of those...
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Shifting problem?
This is often a sign of low transmission fluid or a faulty transmission control solenoid. You may want to check to be sure the line was properly reconnected and that the transmission has not leaked any fluids. As you know,...
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Is the solenoid malfunctioning or the camshaft with a P0011 Check engine code?
Code P0011 is most commonly caused by the solenoid or cam sensor. I would recommend replacing the solenoid first and then cam sensor.
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Description of Problem: clutch master cylinder leak 1993 Ford Ranger
Hi there - your clutch fluid line leak may be a problem with the connector thread for either the master cylinder itself, or the fluid line going to the slave cylinder. I recommend a fluid leak inspection performed by a...
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My Audi revs but will not drive in reverse. The ABS light is on and the brake light flashes on the dash. What could be the cause?
The transmission needs around 100 psi pressure to operate all of the forward gears, but it needs 180-190 psi pressure for the reverse gears. The transmission pump is designed to create 1000 psi of pressure and it is regulated...
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Clicking and clacking sound while driving.
It sounds these are two separate issues. The clacking noise could be dozens of things, however, these engines are known for having noisy timing chains. A professional mechanic, such as one from YourMechanic, will be able to listen to your...
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Input shaft swap between automatic and manual transmission possible?
Hello there, the input shaft is different between the automatic and manual transmissions of your 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. The part numbers are different between the two parts, this indicates the input shaft is not able to be swapped between the...
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over the last 2 months I started hearing this knocking noise that has gotten louder and my steering wheel kinda shakes.
A real shop would perform a 75 point inspection while the car is in their care. If they see that you need tires and struts on the second approach, then they are not a real shop. The noise that you...
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what is the function of this LOCK PLATE , COLLAR NUT, BEARING RACE, SHIM X, output FLANGE?
The output flange is to connect the driveshaft or axle depending on the type of rear end you have. The lock plate holds in the bearing using a shim to pre-load the bearing into the race. The collar nut holds...
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Not getting gas to the carb
Your symptoms are a bit in conflict. One comment suggest that there is no gas getting to the carb - in which case it should not run at all. Another comment indicates that is runs, but won't idle - and...
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Water Pump Replacement 2007 Mazda6
There are two possible water pump designs for your motor. One uses a large rubber o-ring to seal the pump and the other uses a gasket. The water pump with the o-ring will be inserted into a housing in...
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Hey Tim ok if i do get the G6 inspected i under stand it is $70 for it but if i have the part of the power steering pump i unders
Hi Dewayne. I've cc'd the sales and service department on this reply, as they are better qualified to answer the specifics of this question. They should be contacting you via email directly for clarification.