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Would older model front bumper fit newer model?
Hello. I do not believe that a front bumper for a 2003 Dodge Ram 1500 will fit your 2014 Dodge Ram 2500. However, your local dealer should be able to give you reliable information regarding your front bumper.
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Replacing ceramic brake pads
Hello. It is not a recommended mileage to change the pads but to inspect them every time the tires are rotated or vehicle is serviced. The pads should be changed when they are worn down at the thinnest part at...
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I am having a problem with degraded acceleration/mileage.
I would recommend checking/testing the O2 sensor and the MAF (Mass Air Flow) sensor. When either of these two sensors are not working properly, as you may know, they will send inaccurate signals to the ECM which will then, in...
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Car starts but doesn't accelerate or backup
Hi, thanks for writing in. I'd be happy to provide my insight. This may be clutch-related if the clutch plates are worn or could possibly be worn out or damaged gear synchronizers. These are small fork shaped components in your...
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Alignment - 2007 Lincoln MKX
For an alignment to be as precise as possible, the used tires on the car have to have reasonably uniform wear. The best alignment results will be obtained with new tires, but so long as the tires that you have...
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Knocking noise and tough turns.
The knocking noise could be a result of many possible things such as failing steering components or potentially engine noises. Unfortunately, in order to properly diagnose, it will require a professional mechanic taking a look at the car and taking...
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I have a 93 Lexus LS400, I put a power steering pump on it yesterday and I'm still getting a whining noise .
It sounds like you may have a power steering rack that may be putting too much strain on the power steering pump causing it to leak or fail. The rack and pinion gear set does two things: It converts the...
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Front CV drive shaft
Hello. The most important sign is when you drive there isn't any vibration. If the source of your question is due to a vibration and you suspect the drive shaft, the best way to check it is to put the...
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It runs good for a while and then all of a,sudden it won't start,have not used lights or radio,just replaced starter
Hello. If the engine will crank over and it will not start after it has run for a while then most of the time this is caused by a failing carburetor. Most of the time it will flood out and...
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Okay so this is all very stupid I know. So I was doing donuts (yes doing donuts in my fwd suv)
Hello, thanks for writing in about your Buick Rendezvous. From what you've described, you most likely damaged the transmission. You will need to take the vehicle to a transmission mechanic to fix this particular issue. If you'd like a second...
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Loud noise coming from front part of my car starting at 30 kph
From what you are saying it sounds like you may have a failure in the power steering pump or possibly the belt. If the noise only occurs when the vehicle is moving then it is more than likely a wheel...
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can a bad evr/egr solenoid prevent this vehicle from starting ?
If the issue began after you replaced the wiring I would double check the wiring for any faults. A continuity test would be the best way to make sure that the connections are secure and making proper contact. If the...
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How do I turn on the front row map lamps?
Sometimes, it may be necessary to use interior lighting in your truck. The Front Row Map Lamps can help anyone riding in the front of the vehicle read when it is dark outside. To turn on the Front Row Map...
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ABS light blinks when the car is turned off
This is odd, since generally the ABS light should come on for a few seconds with the ignition ON. My suggestion is to have the system scanned for diagnostic trouble codes which serve as a starting point for further diagnosis....
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Intake Camshaft Position Timing
Hello. This is one of the most important aspects of your engine. If the cam timing is off enough it can keep the engine from running and even cause catastrophic engine damage. If the timing is just slightly off, then...
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The car idles very nicely. When I press the gas pedal it does not pick up speed, rather it sounds like it is dying for air.
From what you describe it would appear that your vehicle is experiencing some sort of engine performance issue. Hesitation when put into gear can be caused by a wide variety of things. Possible causes can range from issues with the...
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Battery completely died out twice
The battery is leaking out of the top near the posts and will cause the terminals to get corroded. I suggest having your battery and cables serviced: have the cables cleaned of corrosion have the battery replaced ...
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Car is puttering after driving in too high a gear. Stick Shift
Hi there. A situation like you've described could be caused by a sensor that has become loose or the electrical harness connected to it has fallen off. It's also common for an ignition coil pack to become loose when the...
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Passenger side door not unlocking manually with key. Key won't insert into the door. Trunk lock works fine.
Hi there. The door lock cylinder has either an object in side it causing the key to not fit or the pins inside the cylinder has fallen into the key hole. I recommend replacing the door lock cylinder. If you...
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Crank but not start, There is spark and fuel spray in injector, I change the PCM and distributor box but still the same no start
If you are getting spark and fuel to the engine then the only thing left to check is the compression in the engine. Have a compression test done to see if the timing belt may have jumped timing. You should...
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Lights come on, but car doesn't start
Hi. Even though the lights may be on in your car, this still does not signify there is enough power to start the car. The battery very well be on the brink of complete failure. I would recommend a certified...
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Car wont start
Hello, thank you for writing in. The vehicle may be having a programming issue. The security system may be locking you out as a result. You need a high-tech scan tool to properly pull enough information from the vehicle to...
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What does it mean when your car creaks when you go over things like speed bumps?
This is oftentimes related to worn out bushings in various suspension components. Control arm bushings are an important part of vehicle suspension systems. Bushings are made of rubber, which separates the faces of two objects while allowing a certain amount...
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A/C
In order to properly test the system you will need to hook up gauges and check the pressures to see if the low side is getting low enough psi to cycle the compressor. Check if it is getting bellow about...