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Car starts and runs, battery dies while driving.
Hello there, thank you for asking about your 1998 Dodge Durango. If the battery installed in your car is the correct size, fully charged, and it passes a load test, the only way the battery can lose so much stored...
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Jumpstarting does not start battery.
Sometimes a battery can be so undercharged that no matter what battery is trying to jump it, it just wont be enough. I recommend having your battery replaced or having a mechanic, like one from YourMechanic, try jumping the battery...
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Back window fell.
If your window has fallen, the problem is likely with the window regulator or track. A qualified technician, such as one from YourMechanic, can removed the door panel to diagnose and repair your window problem.
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Car rattling.
This engine rattling on acceleration may be a computer reprogram that would fix if the noise is what is called pinging or pre-ignition. The problem of the noise at idle and on acceleration may be another problem and I would...
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Car needs new head gasket.
Hello. Unfortunately this is a common issue on your car. It is typically always a head gasket problem. The head gaskets had a design flaw that would cause them to fail and allow coolant to enter the engine and you...
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Car stalling, hesistating, and jerking.
This sounds like a fuel pump issue of low fuel pressure conditions or the fuel filter is clogged causing low flow. I recommend you have the system checked by a qualified mechanic.
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Transmission not working.
You didn't say whether your truck is manual or automatic, but I'm going to assume it's a manual. Most likely, the problem is with the clutch or clutch hydraulics. A qualified technician, like one from YourMechanic, will be able to...
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Car shakes after driving for 5 minutes.
These could be two separate issues, but they could also be related. The brake booster uses engine vacuum to provide braking assist. So, if you are having engine performance problems, you might also have a lack of braking assist. This...
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Vehicle check engine light is on - cannot pass smog test and stalls out - even when u press on gas pedal.
Sent to CS for billing question on how much it would cost for a tune up for the BMW to pass emissions test. A tune up comes with cleaning out the fuel system and performing a fuel injection flush, replacing...
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I have a brake fluid leak.
The leaking brake fluid may be coming from the rear wheel cylinder leaking fluid. Replacing the rear brake shoes, drums, and both rear wheel brake cylinders with springs and hardware should be done. This is the most common repair needed...
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Car stalling and jumping.
This car has a transmission that has solenoids that control the shifting and sometimes the solenoids or speed sensor causes erratic shifting. The vehicle would have to be tested to see what codes are in the computer and diagnose the...
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Can I disarm my seat belt chime in Nissan Micra k12
Try to connect all the passenger seat belts even if no one is in it. Make sure you wear seat belts if in seat. Sometimes the seat sensor detects someone in the front seat passenger side even when no one...
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My car's battery light is on and it started to act funny while driving, what do you think is wrong?
These are all signs of a failing battery. You will need to have the battery tested. When the battery fails, the vehicle will attempt to run off of the alternator, which can cause it to stress and fail as well....
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Womping sound coming from the front of car.
The most common problem with this car making noise when stopping is problems with the brake pads and rotors. I would have a technician come out and inspect the brakes and pull the codes off of the computer to make...
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Rattling sound from front axle.
A rattling sound from under the car could be a loose heat shield. But then again, it could be many other things. I suggest having a certified technician, such as one from YouMechanic, inspect your vehicle firsthand.
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Shaky engine.
How many miles are on your car? High mileage cars can have worn out ignition components causing a weak spark at startup or weak motor mounts might make vibrations more noticeable, I would recommend a mechanic from YourMechanic look into...
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Possible alternator problem
Hi. An illuminated dashboard charging light is almost a sure sign that the alternator needs to be replaced. If the light is not on and you suspect a problem with the alternator, there are a few ways to test it....
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Door not latching.
The door seal is known to hit the trim panel on door closure. This can cause high effort to close the door. The fix is to remove the door seal and adjust the panel fold inward and reinstall the door...
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Power steering not working.
It sounds like your serpentine belt is broken. You can inspect the belt under the hood in front one the motor. If the belt is OK you may have a bad power steering pump. I recommend having a technician come...
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How do I sound the alarm with the wireless remote control?
You can use the wireless remote control system to sound your vehicle’s panic alarm. To sound the alarm, simply press and hold the alarm button on the wireless remote when you are within range of the vehicle. The alarm will...
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How do I unlock the trunk with the electronic key?
The electronic key allows you to unlock your trunk without actually using a key. If the electronic key is on your person (for example, in your pocket or your purse), then you can unlock the trunk by pressing the unlock...
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What does the airbag status Warning Light mean?
The airbag status Warning Light is located near the climate controls, and will let you know when the front passenger air bag is turned off. When the front passenger seat is unoccupied, or occupied by a child or child restraint...