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Loud rattling coming from bottom of car
Hi. This should be inspected soon as damage to the underside of the car can be costly. There are metal and rubber mounts that hold up the exhaust system which over time can become loose. This could also cause damage...
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Alternator problem, the wipper stops as soon as you take it to the highest,cracking sound in the morning that stop after cluching
Hello. From what you describe it would appear that the vehicle is experiencing more than one issue. The first thing I would address is the alternator, as a faulty alternator can leave the vehicle stranded if the battery dies. I...
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My car stalls and my injectors stop spraying 1998 Nissan Sentra
Hello. If your car is stalling and it stops spraying fuel then most of the time this is caused by a failure in the crank position sensor. This is a common issue on this vehicle. When it fails the computer...
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Shaking and revving upon startup.
It is normal for the engine to rev a bit higher than normal when a car first starts up. But, after a few seconds it should come back down to normal. In cold weather, it might stay high for a...
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Can you put spark plugs and fuel injectors from a 1998 4.6L Expedition into a 2001 4.6L Expedition? (an auto parts store associate told me I could)
The spark plugs will not make any difference with the engine performance, however, the fuel injectors are different and will cause the computer to not operate the injectors properly. This is why the engine light came on with all of...
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Rattling coming from the engine.
A low rattle sound in the engine could be a symptom of failed crankshaft bearings. It could also be a symptom of a simple pulley bearing going bad for your serpentine belt. I would ask for help from a mechanic...
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VSA coming on repeatedlyfor several times then off for several weeks then coming on again.
Hello, thank you for writing in. The VSA warning light relates to the vehicle stability control system. It functions with the ABS system to keep the vehicle on the road in difficult driving conditions. There are multiple sensors and systems...
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Air conditioning is noisy and slow to blow cold
Hello,From the description provided, there seems to be two different scenarios behind the problems being experienced by your Acura’s air conditioner. Though the information is limited I can try and guide you in the right direction to why that is....
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Lights flickering on car.
Flickering lightbulbs are usually caused by a loose connection try wiggling the connector of the problem bulb to see if thats the problem, a partially broken wire would also cause this symptom. Have a mechanic come an inspect and repair...
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Vehicle failed compliance check.
Hello you have two concerns going on here. Lets start wit the P0410 for the secondary air injection. Start by checking the fuses. You should hear the pump come on within the first few minutes of start up. If the...
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Need to fix Check Engine light.
The powertrain control module (PCM) turns on the check engine light when it detects a problem in one of the onboard systems. At the same time it also stores a diagnostic trouble code (DTC). These codes help technicians diagnose problems...
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I have an issue with my Honda City 2004 AC
The problem sounds like you may be having an A/C clutch cycling out due to being low on refrigerant. Another possibility is that the system is overcharged and is putting a large load on the engine, and then kicks out...
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Car not starting up.
If your car is cranking but doesn't start, that points toward a spark or fuel delivery problem because there is only three basic requirements to run spark, fuel and compression. Have a certified mechanic inspect for fuel pressure spark and...
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What do if I am stuck?
It is not uncommon for any vehicle to get stuck when driving through materials such as sand, mud, ice, or snow. If your vehicle does become stuck, there are two ways you may attempt to free your car yourself before...
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Car key is stuck in the ignition. Can still turn the engine on and off, but will not come out, goes to acc
As a temporary measure, please refer to this instructional video and see if the tactic described therein works for you. For a definite and permanent fix, please request a service appointment as there is possibly a Technical Service Bulletin pertaining...
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For my car once i drive my car it is very hard to turn do i need to replace the power steering motor or pump?
Hi Dewayne. Thanks for contacting us today. The G6 comes with an electronic power steering system but does also have a hydraulic pump to assist in the operation of steering. The only way to know what needs to be repaired...
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My rotors keep going bad.
You're correct. You shouldn't be going through so many brakes within a year. There is definitely an issue here. I believe you may just want to do a brake system flush. This will eliminate the first thing I thought which...
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Need to check transmission fluid level
There are a couple different types of transmissions that came on the Pacifica and one has a dipstick on the left side and the other needs a special tool to check it since it does not have a dip stick....
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I had a new rear brake sensor installed. The braking lights still come on intermittently.
Check all of the sensors and switches on the brake system and make sure all of them are connected properly. Make sure that all of the connections are clean and have no bent or broken pins. The brake warning light...
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07 maxima stalls while slowing down,turning atw left,or just randomly.sometimes the power goes out but the engine stays on.
Hi There, If you have a bad catalytic converter, this may definitely cause the symptoms you are describing. A clogged or failing catalytic converter can cause the vehicle to have poor fuel economy. As you may already know, the catalytic...
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Changed fuel pump and car still won't start
Hello. There are many issue that could cause the vehicle to produce the symptoms you are experiencing. If the fuel pump is new I would move on to checking the battery, and then ignition system. I would also recommend scanning...
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Brakes not working correctly.
Do not drive your car in this condition, have a mobile mechanic come inspect your car to inspect the damage. The hydraulic master cylinder is the heart of your brake system, it provides flow to the brake calipers and rear...