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Van not blowing hot or cold air 2006 Chrysler Town & Country
Hello - the lack of fan functionality in the front only of your van could be caused by either the front fan, the fan control switch or the front fan motor resistor pack failing. If the front fan works in...
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Car is making noises from an unknown source. Possible alternator problem?
Remove the belt and check for noise. If the noise is gone, rotate the components that are associated with the belt. Check for smooth operation and noise. Noise that persists with the belt off could originate from inside the engine....
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car stuck
Hello, thank you for writing in. The best thing you can do is make traction. You need to use dirt, leaves, kitty litter, old carpeting, a floor mat, or other flat objects to stick under the tires to get traction....
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Ugly noise coming from the engine when I hit the gas pedal. Oil Light comes on when I brake harshly
The first thing to check would be the engine oil level. The red oil can light is a warning light for low oil pressure and this can happen if there is an internal failure or if the oil level is...
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Engine overheating - 1994 Mercury Capri
Hello. I usually start by checking to see if the thermostat is opening as it should and see if the engine cooling fan is functioning. If the fan is not turning on, then that needs to be repaired. If the...
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my drivers side low beam is not working
The connector for the head light bulbs should be checked to see if it has any brown heat damage. If it does, then it will need to be replaced with a new connector from the GM dealer. Make sure you...
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Car won't start but the electrical stuff is working
A no-start or start-then-stalls issue can be caused by a couple of different things. A bad smart key can be one of them. Use the second smart key provided with the vehicle to try starting the vehicle. If it starts,...
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Dry grinding/starting noise when in gear
Hi there. Sounds as if the transmission is low on fluid or the transmission is worn and has roller bearings that are damaged. Check the transmission oil level and see if the fluid is low. The fluid should slightly run...
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Sometimes my car won't start
Hello, this happens a lot on this vehicle. This is a problem with the security system. The issue is not actually the security system but the computer CAN communication lines. These lines can have a poor connection causing the computer...
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What would cause the AWD to lock up without any indicator lights?
Hi, thanks for your question. Did the technicians inspect the differential fluid for signs of damage? The vehicle maintenance program lists the differential and transfer case fluid to be inspected at 40,000 miles. You can ask the dealership personnel if...
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Car lost functionality of dome light, retractible antenna, hazard lights, and clock; power steering also seems to be nonexistent.
Hello. From what you describe it would appear that your vehicle may be experiencing some sort of electrical fault, as well as a power steering issue. If several of the vehicle's accessories are not working then the first thing I...
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SUV jerks while driving, braking, and accelerating
You may have an issue with your catalytic converter not allowing the flow of exhaust that is necessary to maintain a good running engine. If you had a tune up done recently then your ignition system should be working properly....
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SRS light illuminated
When a vehicle displays the SRS light, it signals that there is a problem with its’ Supplemental Restraint System, also known as your car’s airbags. When this light is on, your Honda’s airbags are disabled so the system does not...
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My car shakes and makes noise whenever I'm driving like it wants to shut off. It has shut off on me a couple times.
It sounds like you have excessive crankcase pressure as though the PCV valve was clogged ("throws oil out the oil filler tube"). Check the PCV valve and other crankcase ventilation hoses (to the throttle body and air intake). The excess...
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Car overheated and stalled
Hi there. Many components make up your cooling system. If any of these components are not functioning properly it will cause your vehicle to overheat. If your vehicle is not leaking any coolant chances are that your radiator fan(s) are...
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Sometimes when Starting the car it only makes a clicking noise after a few tries to start it, it starts like nothing.
This may suggest a faulty starter solenoid. The starter solenoid is located on the starter and has internal electrical contacts that transmit electricity to the starter. When this fails, it may cause a clicking sound and will not allow the...
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There is a humming coming from the front tire. I checked the tire for a possible wheel bearing issue but the vertical shake of tire was solid.
A tight feeling when shaking the tire vertically does not always completely rule out the wheel bearing. A technician with a stethoscope or electronic hearing device can listen to the wheel as it is rolling and compare the type of...
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Hello Tiens
Hi there: The symptoms you've described are often associated with motor mounts that are damaged and need to be replaced. An engine mount, made of rubber and steel, has two purposes. Motor mounts provide two specific functions. One, it secures...
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Oil leak and shaking
The oil filter, filter housing, and the oil pressure switch is on the left or drivers side of the motor. The shaking can be from a problem with the camshaft's tensioner and guides. If the oil leak is on the...
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Dynamic Interactive light on and steering stiff
If all of your concerns began after the battery was replaced then it sounds like the battery may not have been installed correctly. The battery is the main power source that powers the entire vehicle on startup. If the battery...