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White smoke coming out of car
Hello. Depending on what the smoke looks like and also depending on what fluids you are losing would help me to determine the problem. If the smoke has a blue cast to it then it may be burning oil. If...
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On a 1996 Lumina with a 3.1, in which A/C line is the orifice located?
The orifice will be in the line where it comes from condenser to evaporator.
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Starter, alternator, or battery?
Hi there. In most cases, when you're pulling less than 15 volts from the alternator the issue is caused by an internal component failure within the alternator itself or the alternator relay. If the starter is not receiving the correct...
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If you just put a brand new tps in a 97 jeep grand cherokee and the idle is at 1000 rpms, would you consider that the sensor is bad? Thanks
Hi there. You can adjust the throttle plate on the throttle body or adjust the throttle position sensor. If making the adjustments has no effect on the engine idle, then there could be a vacuum leak or the Idle Air...
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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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It takes two or three tries to start the car.
Hi, thanks for writing in. I recommend testing the fuel pressure and monitoring the pressure after the key is turned off to see if the pressure drops to zero. If it does, then the system will need to be tested...
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Ac blowing got, brand new 2017 Chevrolet traxx
If your vehicle is covered by a manufacturer warranty, you should avail yourself of that in order to save money. Alternatively, if more convenient, you can request an air conditioning system inspection. The responding certified mechanic will come to your...
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Ignition and fuse box burned up
Electrical issues are something that definitely should be assessed by a technician. The fuse box may in fact still be intact but depending on what happened, you could need wiring harnesses, terminal repairs, etc. Wiring that is routed improperly, of...
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can i use a 4L60E THAT CAME OUT OF A TRUCK WITH A 5.3 MOTOR AND CHANGE THE FRONT SHAFT OR IS THERE A WAY TO MAKE IT WORK
Hi Robert. Thanks for sending your question today, however, we're not really best to help you in this situation. We focus on only answering OEM service and maintenance tips, so you would be better served to seek the advice of...
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Vehicle is squeaking upin start or when super cold
Hello, thank you for writing in. The vehicle is likely having a couple of separate issues. The squealing when cold is typically caused by the belts being cold and brittle after sitting for a while in chilly conditions. You will...
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Exhaust manifold makes noise
Hi! It sounds as if you have an exhaust leak. The leak is likely from a cracked header, or a faulty exhaust gasket; a smoke machine can be used to help identify the exact leak location. I recommend that a...
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I have tried reactivating the beep when locking and unlocking my 2013 CRV. I can get the lights to blink but no honk. I tried ho
You will need to access your settings menu and select lock unlock mode and select beep sound to on when you hit the lock or unlock button a second time. There is no setting to have the vehicle beep on...
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Service Light is on!!!
Hi there. If you are looking for an explanation of what the codes mean, you can use our search tool, as we have multiple articles written about OBD-II trouble codes. If you're looking to find a way to download these...
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Car turns over but won't start
Hello! I recommend first having the starting system checked to verify the starter and battery are functioning properly. Both components are vital to starting the car. If either or are malfunctioning it will cause the vehicle to experience a no start...
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Car is overheating and no heat. 2000 Dodge Neon
Hi there - you may have 2 distinct problems at this point. If your engine is still overheating, the cooling system may not have been bled properly, leaving air pockets in the system, and causing poor heat transfer, no heater...
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RPM surge when using turn signal
I would not delay repairing the fuel leak. With that long host of symptoms, I would enlist the help a qualified mechanic, such as one from YourMechanic, to come out and diagnose all the issues. The code stored for the...
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Have a 90 mile comute each way own a Hond a odessey any advice? Is thus vehicle reliable?
Hi there. Overall, a Honda Odyssey is a pretty reliable and dependable. In most cases, routine service and maintenance will extend the life of your vehicle significantly. If your car is running rough and depending on the mileage of your...
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How do you use the Maintenance Minderâ„¢?
The computer system on your car is pretty sophisticated and is capable of tracking many different services and maintenance requirements. It informs you of what’s due and when through the Maintenance Minder™ on the car. Here’s how to use it:...
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My check engine light comes on then leaves randomly
Generally, the check engine light comes on when something fairly serious is going on with the vehicle. This can happen for many different reasons such as a faulty mass air flow sensor, a faulty O2 sensor, a bad catalytic converter,...
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Knock sound while braking
Hello. A knocking sound when braking is most likely from the brake pads moving inside the caliper bracket and the rotors having a warped surface causing the pad movement. The pads may be aftermarket and not fit tight enough in...
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Car shakes and the check engine light is on
Hello. If you have misfire codes on all of these cylinders, then the problem is much more in-depth. Most of the time when this occurs on one side of the engine, it is because the timing belt is worn out...
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Heater only blows cold
Hi There, It sounds like your coolant temp sensor may not be transmitting the proper signal to the computer. The coolant temp sensor helps to control the temperature of the coolant by relaying this to the computer which then causes...
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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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Brake not working
The description given is rather vague. I'm not sure to what extent or in what way your right rear brake doesn't work. However, a brake problem that is exclusive to one wheel is usually caused by a faulty brake caliper....
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What would cause the carpet on the floor(back driver side) to be soaked?
You should have your A/C drain checked to make sure it is clear. You have floor vents that go under your seats, and if the A/C drain is plugged or not draining, then the water will come out of the...