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Where is my o2 sensor located
Hi there. Your Dodge Neon actually has two O2 sensors, and upstream and a downstream O2 sensor. To review a video of how to replace the upstream O2 sensor, click this link.
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how much would it cost to replace battery in 2007 BMW 525i?
The average quoted at this page is $212 but if you input your specific location you will get a more precise quote and scheduling options for the mechanic to perform the replacement at your location, at your convenience. Please let...
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Overheating when driving
Thermostats can only be installed in one orientation. Unless the thermostat that was installed is the wrong one, or was defective out of the box, the thermostat is probably not the cause of the issue. Inasmuch as the overheating is...
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Car won't crank up as well as some other electrical issues
This sounds like a BCM (body control module) malfunction. This could have been caused either by a low voltage issue or a voltage spike. If the electrical system is dead, there is a power fuse that comes from the battery...
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Oil light
This light will usually come on when one of two things are happening. Either the motor is in fact low on oil or the oil pressure sending unit is not working properly and may be producing a faulty reading. I...
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squeaky noise in dashboard while driving
Hi there. Noises can be very difficult to diagnose; especially since it typically needs to be replicated in order to diagnose. I would recommend that you contact one of our mobile mechanics to complete a car is making a noise...
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ABS issue on a 2002 Pontiac Bonneville SSEI
It often is on those. Those are very expensive computer-driven systems. I have a video "fixing ABS brakes on your car." Watch that. But, once you've watched that, you are going to realize that you are not going to try...
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Battery + Oil Light on - engine won't start 2006 Kia Rio
Hi there - I would check for problem codes, whether the Check Engine light is illuminated or not. It would seem that something else is not quite right with your engine. If your engine is cranking (i.e. actually spinning the...
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My son has a 1994 mustang that was turned from a manual to an auto trans before he bought it. It seems to be stuck in gear. Goes
Hello, thank you for writing in. The first step is to see if you can manually switch the transmission into a gear where the gear selector connects to the outside of the transmission. If you cannot, there is an interior...
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Three of my Civic's power windows fail to operate simultaneously. are they having the same power switch problem?
Hello, thank you for writing in. At first it sounds as if the "child locks" have been turned on, make sure this is not the case. The power for the windows comes from the main and under dash fuse boxes,...
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Cv axles
Hello. This oil is actually transmission fluid and it is normal to be leaked out while changing them. Just be sure to check the transmission fluid after changing these to ensure not too much has leaked out and that you...
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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 vibrating and making starnge sound when driven faster than 15 MPH.
It sounds as if a piece of plastic trim for your wheel-well area or the underside of your vehicle is rubbing against the tire while it is rotating. I would first walk around your vehicle and take a look inside...
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Unknown part
There should not be any inline relay on the battery cable. This may be some sort of aftermarket theft system installed and should be removed. I would recommend having a mechanic like one from YourMechanic verify the relay is aftermarket...
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Hi Samuel, my Hyundai Accent 07's clutch slides straight to the floor with no resistance, the gears won't catch and the reverse g
Hi there. Usually when this occurs, the issue is with the clutch master cylinder. A clutch master cylinder contains a reservoir that stores the brake fluid. It is connected to the clutch slave cylinder through hoses. When you push the...
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My car won't crank or turn over to try to start. Maybe the Infiniti immobilizer security system.
To see if the Immobilizer System is not working properly or is active, check the security light on your vehicle. If the light is flashing fast, then the system is active. You can reset the system by removing the battery...
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Thank you. Do I need to replace the caliper
Depending on the condition of the rotor and caliper it may or may not need to be replaced. If you are referring to them catching fire when you mention "burning" this would suggest that they may have heated up due...
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Problems with convertible top and power seat
Hi there. Sounds to me that your vehicle's top is a bit off track. This is the same concept as a window being off its track. It will neither close or open all the way. To ensure precise diagnosis, have...
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HI, I have a BMW X6 2012. Everything works fine except that my phone doesn't detect the bluetooth and the usb port in arm rest is
Hello, thank you for writing in. Your are dealing with two separate issues. The USB port may need to be replaced, as they are prone to failure, but make sure you check the fuse first. It should be located in...
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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...
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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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Clicking sound when turning over.
This may be related to a faulty starter solenoid. The starter solenoid is located on the starter and has internal electrical contacts that transmit electricity to the starter. When this fails, it may cause a clicking sound and will not...
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My car is hard to start when it's cold. When it's warm it will usually start just fine and I'm not sure what to do
There can be several codes pertaining to the camshaft sensor and you did not supply the code you are getting. You may be having a problem with the camshaft timing phaser not being in the correct position when engine is...
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Some time when im driving my truck i hit the smallest bump all my dash lights come on. As if my car cut off but it doesnt.
The instrument cluster electrical connections can become loose or have small amounts of corrosion in the connections to the cluster and other modules. This condition may require disconnecting the cluster and other modules and cleaning connections and adding some approved...