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Car hesitation while accelerating/highway speeds
Hi Miko. Thanks for contacting us today. The first thing I would do is download any stored OBD-II trouble codes in the ECU. This might lead you to your random misfire issue. I wouldn't suggest replacing any sensors until you've...
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How do I use the manual windows?
While most modern cars are equipped with power windows, many vehicles will have manual windows. To use, simply turn the hand crank on each door counterclockwise to lower and clockwise to raise the manual windows.
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Warning lights 1998 Saturn SW1
You should make sure you are not low on coolant and the engine is not overheating. If you are, then do not drive the vehicle until it is diagnosed or severe engine damage may happen. The battery light may have...
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ABS light turns On and Off.
Hi there. It could be a mechanical problem, such as the tie rod or a broken CV joint that is causing this issue. When the inner portion of the tire does not touch the ground, that's known as a negative...
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Bolt on 06 Elantra control arm no longer attached
The repair will depend on whether the arm detached and as a consequence got damaged. Also, detachment of the arm if the vehicle is moving can potentially damage other parts such as the mounting boss(es) on the frame that the...
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Check engine light on inhibitor switch
Hi there. Thanks for sending in your question. It's less likely that the inhibit switch is the source of your vibrations or symptoms. It's more likely that something else, such as worn out engine mounts, a vacuum leak or a...
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what is the oil pan made out of
Depending on the engine you have and the Lincoln vehicle you have the oil pan is made from stamped steel or cast aluminum. If you need to keep engine from freezing then have a engine block heater installed to be...
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Engine smoked and had unpleasant odor
Many different things can cause a bang noise and smoke to come from the engine. The most likely issue would be an oil leak, low oil level, engine mechanical issue, or a faulty water pump. The Check Engine Light will...
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Spike in costs around 120,000 miles?
Hi there. Your question of what to expect in service costs is difficult to answer. There are variables involved, whether the vehicle was driven hard by the previous owner(s), or whether the vehicle has had maintenance performed at the recommended...
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Car runs hot
The Check Engine Light may have more to do with the engine than the temperature condition. The engine would need to be checked to see if the radiator is flowing coolant properly, and not partially clogged. The thermostat should be...
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Engine vibrates due to bad motor mounts
Hey there, thanks for writing in about your 2003 Geo Tracker. There are a variety of potential causes for the problem you are having. It could be that what you are feeling is an engine misfire. If the Check Engine...
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Engine making whining noise
Hi there. The most common cause of this on your engine is the water pump. It can be a number of other things also. I typically remove the belt and run the engine to verify that the noise goes away....
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I have a 2016 Honda Civic When I had my cracked windshield re
I am not sure what the difference is between the windshield you had installed and the windshield that Honda would proide would be. However, this sounds to me like the dealership just trying to get more money out of you....
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Tail lights turning signal, interior lights aren’t working.
All of these electrical faults can be quickly resolved if you request an electrical diagnostic. With regard to the taillights, if the fuse has blown again there is likely a short circuit or very high resistance in the circuit. Whichever...
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Mechanic changed cambelt and water pump and whilst returning it, it supposedly jumped off. Engine stopped dead. No more engine
Hello. I hate to say this but it is his fault. It sounds like he is not being truthful about what happened because if that was the case it would have come off well before he worked on it. It...
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I got a new fuel pump and filter and when my car is stopped it jumps up and down why?
It's either motor mounts or an engine management fault (ignition, fuel, air induction, etc. but also including uneven cylinder compression and mechanical issues) or perhaps a combination of the two. The root cause(s) of the problem can be pinpointed if...
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Noise like a pulley squeak or rattling
Hi there. Quite often when you hear the rattle or squealing noise upon start up, but it goes away eventually; it is due to a loose serpentine or drive belt. This noise is also common with low power steering fluid....
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Code P0420. Need to replace catalytic converter.
Hi there. The code P0420 is coming up for the Downstream Oxygen sensor has picked up an abnormal reading and is saying that the catalytic converter is below threshold. There could be a misfire on the engine, leaking injector, ignition...