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Car is leaking coolant, and overheating, is it the intake manifold gasket?
This may be related to a few different things such as a bad thermostat, a failing coolant fan relay, or a blown head gasket. As you may know the thermostat regulates the flow of coolant in and out of the...
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Clutch won't move
If your clutch pedal still feels okay, then you likely have a bad clutch disc, which requires the transmission to be removed in order to replace it. If your clutch pedal does not feel okay, then you may have a...
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Can a flywheel cause damage to a clutch plate?
This cannot be blamed on either party since the flywheel would show a spot that is low or high after it was machined. The flywheel may have what is called a "hot spot" from the last clutch slip which caused...
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Getting a Check engine light and codes
These codes are related to intake air ports not opening and closing at proper times. This can be related to carbon buildup inside the intake, a vacuum leak, or a faulty electric solenoid depending on the setup. I would start...
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I have a around 1991 Camry Toyota LE I bought st an auction someone who previously owned put a self alarm with no brand name
The 1991 Camry offered a factory alarm option which appears on the vehicle wiring diagrams. It was referred to as the TVSS system (Toyota vehicle security system). First, be sure that what is installed on your car is not just...
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crank but no start
If you had the distributor out, which I believe is necessary for changing the manifold on that engine, you may not have it installed correctly. The gear is designed such that it can go in any number of positions so...
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starts then cuts right off and security light flashes twice.
The most common causes for this are the ignition lock cylinder or the PassLock sensor for the Vehicle Anti-Theft System. The lock cylinder and/or key may need replacement as well. Try and have this done first. If it fails to...
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Can a bad master cylinder cause the clutch to go out as if someone was riding it?
The fact that you have been driving the vehicle with the defective clutch master cylinder would not have caused the clutch problem if you would have had it fixed as soon as the problem was evident. The clutch was not...
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Rough idle on acceleration displaying symptoms of a misfire, but there is no misfire codes detected. On cold starts the car is completely normal.
Hi there. Since you have a code for the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR), the EGR could act like a vacuum leak and cause a random misfire. Remove the EGR and clean it out and then put it back on. If...
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Spark plug popping out
Hello. This is a common problem on the Ford modular V8. The new spark plug won't stay because the threads are stripped out. There are two repairs: 1) drilling, and installing a threaded insert into the head for the spark...
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Car dies at idle
You may have a dirty or failing idle air control valve. The idle air control valve reads the air intake as it is mixed with fuel prior to being injected into the engine at low speeds and at idle. Since...
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How do you lock the doors with the remote?
One of the best things about the remote with your car is that it lets you lock the doors from outside the vehicle. However, there are a few things you’ll need to know: Make sure that all doors are...
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Car stuck in park.
Hi, Since you have already been working on the problem you would have to have a certified technician come and diagnose the problem you are having. The gauges jumping around either is a low battery or you have a wiring...
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How do you create a MyKey with optional restrictions?
Your car has the ability to use both normal (unrestricted) keys and restricted keys called MyKeys®. MyKeys® are designed to help eliminate distractions and make driving safer for those just learning (teen drivers and others). You can program a MyKey®...
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Ignition makes clicking sound
This can be caused by either a low battery charge level, or a loose connection in the starter circuit. The battery needs to be fully-charged, and load-tested, to ensure it is not the issue. All starter wires need to be...
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One month ago cel came on I changed spark plugs to after market plugs. One month later cel on again with misfire code.
If the spark plugs hadn't been changed until 130k, it was time for the to be replaced anyway. This is probably why the dealer went with that repair as worn spark plugs can cause misfires. Ignition coils are another part...
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Loses power 60 mph
Hi! I believe your problems are unrelated and not caused by one another. I think it's more so awkward timing that both present problems than anything else. You may be in need of a tune-up. I suggest that you have...
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When I am driving the car will stopping accelerating as if I took my foot off the pedal but my foot hasn't even moved.
Hello, thank you for writing in. The vehicle may be having issues with the throttle or throttle position sensor. These can be tested and replaced if needed. When this happens, you should also scan the vehicle for diagnostic troubleshooting codes....