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RPMs rev but less mph daily. Eventually only went in 2nd gear 5 mph and then stopped going eventually.
Hello. From what you describe it would appear that your vehicle may be experiencing more than one issue. In order to determine if the issues are related I would need to know specifics such what sensor was replaced and if...
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Clutch pedal gets stuck
There may be a problem with the clutch pressure plate, the hydraulic clutch master, or slave cylinder binding. The clutch is the most likely problem, and would need to be inspected to be sure. I recommend that you have a...
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Car heater blowing cold air.
There are a few different reasons why your heater could be blowing cold air. First, there may be a problem with your Heater controls. Inside your dashboard there are a series of doors that direct airflow. If one of these...
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Car bouncing and shaking
It sounds like your struts are worn out. The strut is designed to support the weight of the vehicle via the coil spring and serve as a pivot point for the steering. Worn struts can result in a vehicle that...
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Just got code P0430. How long till catalytic converter fails completely?
Hi, thanks for writing in. This P0430 code is for the bank B or driver side converter or the O2 sensor after the converter. The code will need to be diagnosed to isolate the problem to the sensor or the...
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Short in turn signals
Hi. If the fuse is blowing, you have a short to ground. If the parking lights flash with the turn signals or the brakes, check all 4 bulbs. There are two filaments in your turn bulbs. When either burns out,...
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Idle jumps up and down
Hello. If the Check Engine Light is coming on, then the first thing that would be helpful would be the computer codes. These can be retrieved with a scan tool. A mechanic would scan the computer first to get these...
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Car squealing and growling.
Hello, From the way you describe you noise, the first thing I would take a look at is the power steering fluid level. If the level is low, there is probably a power steering leak that needs to be repaired....
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Truck stopped turning over one morning.
Hello you should have a mechanic inspect the 'no start' issue. The power to the starter needs to be checked. There are two wires going to the starter, a big wire which should have battery voltage at all times and...
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Power steering fluid leak.
Hello, a power steering leak is something that needs to be addressed sooner rather than later, so the pump doesn't run dry and cause internal damage. The most common leak in the power steering is the power steering reservoir where...
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Right front tire making noise
For this case, I would need a bit more information to give you a precise answer. A couple things that come to mind are cupped tires or a bad wheel bearing. Both of these items would cause a rotational noise...
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Actuator not opening trunk
Since the trunk lid solenoid is working, it sounds like the latch or actuator needs to be replaced. There are also two ways to open the trunk if the key fob or dash button don't work. Pull the "T" shaped...
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It seems like the engine isn't receiving fuel properly.
Hey there. It is possible that there is a weak fuel pump issue, but there are several possible problems that can cause an engine to misfire. There could be a faulty ignition coil, a bad fuel injector, clogged fuel filter,...
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Shakes when going on higher speeds
First, I want to say thank you for providing the great amount of information regarding your Acura. From the information provided, I believe the concern you are experiencing with your TL is caused by the the front tires being out...
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Harsh brakes, almost lock up when pressed
Pedal effort is often a very subjective measure, although there are generally accepted standards provided by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) when developing a new vehicle. Many small cars and light trucks may have a soft or “over-boosted” feeling...
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Steering slipping
Hi there. I'm unsure of the problem you are describing. If it has to do with your steering not reacting to you turning the wheel, then you may have a problem with your rack and pinion. Also, your steering contains...
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Car not starting all of the time
The no start can be from the cam or crank sensor, or the fuel pump. The system would need to be scanned for a code indicating the possible problem. The suspension should also be checked over completely for any issues...
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Motor replacement.
Hi there. It is hard to say if you need a motor without knowing what occurred. If the engine made any noise or suddenly stopped and will not crank or start then there are some tests that need to be...
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Serpintine belt might be out? Car isn't starting.
Although the serpentine belt does power multiple components on your Cadillac Seville, the electrical gauges are not part on that list to my knowledge. The alternator, which is typically driven by the serpentine belt does power those parts however. My...
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Car jumping and vibrating heavily
These symptoms could have numerous causes. The first step is to retrieve the diagnostic trouble code (DTC) associated with the Check Engine Light. This code provides a starting point for the diagnostic procedure. There is a technical service bulletin (TSB)...
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Wipers don't turn off on 1995 Volvo 960
Hello. This is a problem with the wiper module. The module fails internally and causes the wipers to continue to stay on. I always check for power at the module first to see if it is getting the on signal....
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i just brought an new alternator for my car a couple days ago and had it put on then somehow when i crank the the car the battery
The battery should be load tested to determine if it is usable. A degraded battery, or one with an internal short, will cause charging system problems. If the battery only marginally passes the load test, replace it outright to reduce...