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Burning smell from engine
This vehicle does not tend to have many issues with burning smells coming from the engine. The main one that I run across is oil burning on the engine. This is typically caused by an oil filter or oil plug...
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Check engine light
The problem with the code that the mechanic is getting is that it says the evaporative system has a small leak. This is why it takes a few days to come up. The leak can be from any of the...
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Taillight going on and off
This is a common issue. The bulbs in all the exterior lighting on a vehicle is mounted on a plastic socket. The socket is where the wiring that connects the bulb is housed. Over time these sockets get hard, malformed,...
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How do I use the push start system?
The push start system allows you to turn on your vehicle without the key. When the Intelligent Access (IA) key is on your person, you can turn on your vehicle just by pressing the Start/Stop button. To turn on the...
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Brake lights don't work when I brake or reverse.
Hello. It sounds like there may be an issue with the brake light wiring system. It is also possible that the brake light switch or brake light switch wiring is faulty. It would be a good idea to have...
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Car's #8 cylinder is misfiring
It is possible that your oil ring could be faulty in the number eight cylinder. If the oil ring is faulty, this can allow oil to get past the piston into the combustion chamber and therefore causing it to get...
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Fuses keep blowing
Your problem will probably be found in the dome light. There is probably a loose wire that is grounded out and causing the fuse to blow. You will have to remove the dome light and check the resistance on the...
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How do I lock the doors with the remote entry system?
You can lock your vehicle from outside of the car with the remote entry system. To do so, press the Lock button on the remote entry transmitter. The turn signals will flash to confirm this action. Press the button a...
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Something broke in my transmission
Sounds to me that there is an issue with your slave cylinder. If it has a leak, either internally or externally, it will cause the clutch not to disengage. This can be determined by a mechanic who can inspect your...
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Coolant not reaching radiator
Hello. If coolant is not reaching the radiator, it is an indication that the coolant is not moving through the system properly. This could be caused by an air pocket in the system or a clogged hose. Another possibility could...
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Heater and fan not working
Hello. There are several things that could cause that heater to not work properly and the fan to only blow air on high. It is possible that you have a bad thermostat, which would cause the lack of heat. It...
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Car screaming and not shifting.
Transmission problems can occur for a number of reasons. On the Equinox, when I have seen this occur it was due to a problem with the valve body in the transmission. Some of the time it is caused by a...
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How do I turn on the sun visor mirror light?
The sun visor mirror light will automatically turn on when the mirror is accessed.
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Car not starting because of alarm system
There is a few issues related to the alarm system that could be causing the problem you are having and more information would be needed to diagnose the problem for you. The remote may be having an issue with the...
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Battery won't keep charge, car slow to start.
Its sounds like you could have a parasitic drain on your battery. You would need to have a technician trace where it is coming from. A common problem is with interior lighting in the car. There may be a shorted...
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Grinding from rear brakes
Hi there. Sounds to me that your brake pads have worn past their limit causing the metal base to press against the brake rotor which is leading to metal on metal contact. A brake service is due for your car....
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Rocker Arms
Hi Ricky. Thanks for contacting us today. Today's modern engines don't have older style; individual rocker arms. They are in an assembly (or multiple ones) that are replaced as a set if one is damaged. Intake rocker arm assemblies are...
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How do I arm the theft-alarm system?
The theft-alarm system is a very important anti-theft feature in your vehicle. The system will be automatically armed when you turn off the engine, close all of the doors, and lock the vehicle from the outside.
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Car squeals
Hi. The automatic tensioner in your vehicle is a one piece design. It comes mounted onto a bracket, if it is replaced completely. It is possible to only replace the pulley and bearing, but if the issue is with the...
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What does it mean when my headlights won't come on?
Headlights are relatively simple circuits. You will want to check all components from the switch to the bulb. To perform these tests, you will need to have a voltmeter and understand how to use it. You will test for available...
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How many air bags does my vehicle have?
Your car comes equipped with six air bags: two front air bags, two side air bags (for the driver and front passenger), and two side curtain air bags (located in the roof, above the side windows).
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Truck screaming
Hello. It sounds like your AC compressor may have failed. If the compressor fails internally it will lock up and cause the belt to squeal and make this noise. The compressor can also release oil when it fails. I would...
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Car dies quickly
You may be experiencing the symptoms of a recall campaign that Nissan has out for a faulty positive battery terminal; this condition can cause a hard start, or cause the vehicle to stall unexpectedly. If you are unsure whether this...
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What is a P04330 code?
A P0430 code indicates that there is an issue with the performance of the catalytic converter on bank 2. It is also possible that a bad downstream o2 sensor could be giving false readings. I would recommend having your exhaust...
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Cluck is stuck
If there is fluid coming from the slave cylinder then that needs to be replaced. A slave cylinder can fail if the clutch is worn out as it will need to work harder. I would typically start with repairing any...