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Reverse lights will not work
Hi there. The backup lights are controlled by the park neutral switch on the side of the transmission. Check the switch to make sure the transmission is not leaking fluid out into the switch. The switch may have a bad...
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Car gets hot
This can be caused by a number of things such as low coolant levels, a faulty thermostat, or a failing coolant fan switch. As you may know the coolant fan switch helps to maintain the proper coolant temperature by turning...
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How do you get maximum performance from the max A/C setting?
Your vehicle has both a normal A/C setting and a max A/C setting. While the normal setting should keep the interior of your car comfortable on hot days at highway speeds, you may want to use the max A/C setting...
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My 1997 mercury villager shakes or visit vibrakes when moving and engine shakes a little under hood and car sounds a little like r
Sometimes there are multiple causes, or sources, of vehicle vibration. Based on your description, the vibration might be due, at least in part, to faulty motor mounts. To check for engine-mount problems, you can try shifting from "neutral" to "drive"...
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Brake abs and traction control light on lost brakes today
Hello, thank you for writing in. The traction control system and the ABS work hand in hand to help keep you on the road in slick conditions. They are both monitored heavily by the computer which makes diagnostics a lot...
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Easy out snapped off in screw hole
Hi there. I'm not sure how we can help you, as we only work on cars, trucks and SUV's sold in the United States. You might find some tips and ideas on YouTube.com.
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Hey my car is leaking a lot what are some suggestions before i try taking it into a shop
Hi there: It really depends on what type of fluid is leaking and where it's coming from which will determine the corrective course of action. If you're leaking coolant, it could be from a coolant hose, connection or a cooling...
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2001 rav4 needs rear headrests an not having luck finding online
Hi Rodney. Thanks for contacting us today. These items are incredibly difficult to find online. Your best bet is to contact a Toyota dealership or to look for a pick-a-part "junkyard" to see if you can find a used set...
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I bought a dodge challenge from the auction It start good but I won't move fast it just go slow and when I hit the gas it doesn't
It sounds like the engine computer is in failure management mode. If the check engine light is on then you need to have the codes scanned and then have the codes received diagnosed to see what caused the computer to...
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Car loses power uphill, makes clanking sound - 1995 Chevrolet Corsica
Hey there. You don't mention the conditions under which the "clank" occurs - while accelerating, cornering, braking, etc., but I would have a professional mechanic like YourMechanic check out your vehicle. Loss of power could be a clogged catalytic converter,...
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Even though I replaced battery, car won't start.
If the battery is brand new and fully charged and the car turns over but will not start the battery is not the problem. The electrical aspect of the starting system is doing its job. Engines require fuel compression and...
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Car not moving when in drive.
This is usually caused by a valve body or leaking pressure inside the transmission. The transmission would need a complete check with the correct scanner and pressure testers to find the cause of your problem. I would recommend having a...
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Bent front axle/tire
Hey there. You might be able to drive the car indefinitely at low speeds, say 35 MPH or below. However, if you are truly seeing that the tire/wheel assembly is out of position, the tire will be quickly destroyed, regardless...
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Car skipping and stalling.
Hello. If you are getting a skipping feeling and stalling, it is usually attributed to a misfire condition. It may just need a simple tune up or it may be more extensive. If the check engine light is on a...
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Car humming when turning or driving
Hi there. The difficulty in starting your vehicle maybe from a worn out timing chain/belt. Also, the difficulty in turning your steering wheel may be due to a failure in your power steering system. The humming noise while driving can...
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No light on a gear shift
Hello, thanks for writing in about your 2013 Chevrolet Spark. Yes, there should be some form of illumination there. It is more than likely a bulb issue. It should be a pretty straight forward fix which a technician, or possibly...
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My vehicle occasionally heats up and blows cold air out of the heater vents.
If you are getting the heater to work sometimes and other times not then it is due to the engine cooling system has air in it. You should have the cooling system purged of air and then retest system. As...
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Rough idle
Hi There, It sounds like your car may have a bit of a rough idle problem. There are a number of things that may cause a rough idle. A rough idle may be caused by things such as low fuel...
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Clanking sound beneath car
A clanking sound under the car, especially from the front wheel area over bumps can be coming from a worn stabilizer link or even a faulty strut mount. Chassis ears may need to be used to determine the exact source...
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I was driving down road when it shut down. I was like the motor locked up
Hi there. If the engine suddenly shut off without warning but was showing signs of some sort of restriction in speed and RPM, it is possible that you might have a fuel system problem, possibly the fuel pump or a...
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Replaced alternator
Hello, and thank you for writing in. With the new alternator installed, make sure the installation is holding. Double check all of the electrical connections are clean, dry, and tight. Make sure the battery is working and is capable of...