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Heard loud noise, engine light turned on, the a/c stopped working and the car was very hard to drive. I saw a broken hose. Help!
Overheating can be caused by a number of issues. The hose blown off could be the cause as well as an effect. The engine could have begun to overheat before the hose blew off due to things like a stuck...
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What would cause a loud clicking and shaking in my left front wheel 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Hello. It sounds like you may have a bad joint in your front axle. These have joints that allow the axle to move when turning. When these joints fail they will cause this exact issue. These will need to be...
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Steering wheel not working
There could be many reasons for why your steering wheel is no longer working in your 1991 GMC. The many reasons include issues with the steering column itself, the steering gear box, a failing arm or link that assists the...
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Vsa, check engine, ! 3 lit up, at stop sign, felt like trans. Changed. Only go 5-10 mph
Hi there. First, you'll need to retrieve the code stored for the Check Engine Light; this will lead the technician to the system that has the fault and possibly be tied with the other warning lights. Many times a simply...
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car has bad smell when I run it coming from under the hood
For this diagnosis it would've been helpful if the smell was described in more detail to help you with the problem. For example, the smell of a dead animal versus the smell of burnt oil. If you cannot describe it...
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stuttering when in cruise control
It is very likely that an issue such as this would be associated with the check engine light. I would recommend having your vehicle inspected by a qualified professional to determine if any trouble codes are stored in your vehicle....
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No heat?
You most likely have low coolant in the system and need to purge the air out of the cooling system. Have the cooling system checked and purged of air then test the heater again.
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Car gets stuck in park and won't start SOMETIMES. Hear one click upon starting but starts working after a few times.
The shift interlock and the intermittent starting issue are likely separate issues. However, the brake light issue may be related to the shift interlock problem as the circuitry and components are common. The intermittent starting is relatively easy to diagnose....
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1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse running rich
It certainly can. My experience with those Mitsubishis is that they have a lot of problems with the fuel injectors when they get old. First, I would have a mechanic clean the fuel injectors. Sometimes, it’s that simple. Knowing...
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My 1997 honda accord radiator leaks on the top alittle how to repair it the cheapest and will it pass a smog.
The radiator top tank if it is cracked will require the radiator to be replaced. It cannot be fixed.
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Front brake gets locked up - 1983 Jeep CJ7
Have the residual pressure valve for the locking brake checked for problems. Residual pressure valves maintain a very slight hydraulic pressure for each brake in order to make the brakes more responsive when you press the brake pedal. If it...
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A.I.R. pump whistling
The air injection pump is the most common failure of the air injection system on this vehicle. The system would need to be checked to make sure the pump is the cause of the noise. I recommend you have a...
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Fuel pump breaker trips.
Hi there. Check the electrical wiring from the fuel pump breaker to the fuel pump and see if there is any loose wires. When the vehicle shifts from 2nd to 1st there could be a fast draw down in speed...
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The computer for my car says it's EGR flow and there is no other symptoms. What you think?
Either the EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) valve is stuck open or is closed and not opening. First try removing the EGR valve and cleaning it out. Then see if the engine light goes out and the engine runs good. If...
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Car won't start, would not start with boost. Ran fine when I bought it. It sat for two weeks and the alarm was left on.
Hello. The short answer is yes - the alarm can drain the battery in 2 weeks. It is also possible that something else is draining the battery while the car is turned off, and all electrical systems should be passive....
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Exhaust leak coming from the rear manifold exhaust gasket and I was wondering how do you replace the rear manifold exhaust? 2006 Chrysler Town & Country
Hello - most likely, this is an exhaust leak between the exhaust manifold, and the cross-over pipe. Removing the cross-over pipe will be the required process to replace the leaking gasket if this is the source. i recommend a engine...
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The abs and slip and vdc off light comes on
Your car is equipped with wheel speed sensors at each of the four wheels which monitor wheel speed while relaying this information constantly to the ABS and traction control system which are controlled by the car's ECU. When the ECU...
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Why does my car cut off when I lift my foot off the gas?
If you had a diagnostic test done and they said nothing is wrong, then what did they say about the stalling? I would say to have a qualified mechanic like one from YourMechanic come to you and do a real...
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My 2008 escape 2.3l 4wd needs an engine so can I use and engine out of a front wheel drive escape even though mine is 4 wheel driv
Hi there. Unfortunately, our mobile mechanics do not offer engine swap services in North America, so we're really not best suited to answer this question for you. The best advice we can offer is for you to contact a local...
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Engine getting no spark
Hi. Is there any power coming from the top of the distributor? The ignition coil itself may not be firing correctly and should be inspected. The coil is controlled by the ECU which does have the possibility of crashing as...
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My 2005 chevy malibu eeduced engine power light is on after i pushed in some fuses
If the reduced power started immediately (first key start) after you worked around the fuses, there is probably an electrical cause. If there was any delay at all though, that raises the possibility of mere coincidence, in other words the...
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Engine died when I parked, as if it was turned off. It will turn over, but won't start. Could it be my MAF sensor?
Hi there. First check the transmission position sensor to see if the wiring harness has a short to ground or the sensor is failing. This sensor will cause the engine to shut off in the event that the computer...