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Electrical problems with car.
The problem still sounds like it is a battery or the connections to the battery. I recommend having a qualified mechanic like one from YourMechanic. The mechanic would be able to find the reason the power is not getting out...
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I have a 1997 Chevy pickup truck with a vortex motor in it will not fire up unless I started up and starting fluid but runs great
You should have the fuel pressure tested to see if it is 60 to 66 psi. If it is low it will be hard to or no start and is due to the fuel pump not producing enough pressure and...
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Bad gas in tank of 1994 Pontiac Bonneville
The first thing I would check would be for codes on the computer. If there are no codes present you could have a clogged catalytic converter. This is where the honeycomb inside the catalytic converter becomes so clogged that it...
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Does an Aftermarket Exhaust System Benefit My Car?
An aftermarket exhaust system MAY be of some benefit to your vehicle. One of the most restrictive and power-robbing systems on cars today is the exhaust system. Having a free-flowing exhaust system and being able to get all of the...
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Replaced the camshaft position sensor and still goes into safe mode ? 2000 BMW 740i
Hi there - I believe your real problem is a failed timing chain guide, which has shifted the cam timing beyond what the sensor can deal with. This is a common problem with BMW V8s with extended mileage. The solution...
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Exhaust spacers
Hello - this is not a good idea for several reasons. Yes, exhaust fumes can really be pulled into the cabin by a window that is down, or through a rear hatch. In addition, the leaked exhaust, which is still...
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Metal wheel broke in half and belt laying on top of it..
I can tell you that this is fixable. Without seeing this in person I am unsure which pulley has caused the failure but I would think it is either the water pump or tensioner pulley. I can only suggest having...
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My car hates me.
It sounds like you may have a couple of different issues. The problem with the shaking in the steering may be related to the steering system. What you are describing sounds like a problem with the rack and pinion gears....
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i have a check engine light on
Hello there, thank you for asking about your 2004 Toyota Camry. Code P0012 relates to the camshaft position sensor which monitors the speed of the camshaft and relays this information to your car's computer, which helps to control ignition timing...
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Blinker flashes as if I have a bulb out
The problem is in the turn signal switch. The switch may be shorting out to the other circuits when you put the switch to the left. I recommend replacing the turn signal switch. As some vehicles that have an air...
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Difficult to fuel car.
This is likely due to a failing purge valve solenoid in your evaporative emissions system. The EVAP system prevents fuel vapors from the fuel tank from escaping into the atmosphere. The EVAP system collects and temporarily stores the fuel vapors...
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Can a faulty transmission shifter clip cause the transmission speed sensor to go bad?
The recall has doesn't involve the speed sensor. The recall is to replace a clip on the shift linkage to keep it from coming off and possibly allowing the vehicle to come out of gear and roll if the parking...
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Hello
Hi there. Smoke coming from the exhaust pipe is due to several different mechanical issues; ranging from damaged piston rings and valve guides in the cylinder head (blue smoke), blown head gaskets or coolant inside the oil galley's (typically white...
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When steering, truck sways right to left
Hi, thanks for writing in. You will need to have the truck turned off but the steering unlocked. Rock the steering left and right while someone else inspects each steering joint from the steering shaft to the tie rod ends...
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Car would not respond when I turned the key...Tried 2 or 3 times same...came back 1/2 hour it is fine.
Hello! An intermittent failure of a start response can be many things - a bad ignition switch, starter solenoid, or in your case - the keys use a "raised-chip" design for security. With years of wear, the key/ignition switch become...
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Overheating.
Hi There, This can be caused by a number of things such as low coolant levels, a faulty thermostat, a clogged radiator or a failing coolant fan switch. The coolant fan switch helps to maintain the proper coolant temperature by...
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Car not starting smoothly.
Hello, it sounds like you have a leaking injector. When you hold down the gas pedal, it puts the computer into clear flood mode and does not inject fuel into the engine. Once you clear the fuel, it starts and...
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My car showtimes take a few times to start. It turns off while I'm driving & sometimes jerks. I was told it's my crank sensor?
Hi there, thanks for writing in. In short, yes, a crank position sensor that is damaged or out of alignment can cause the symptoms you are describing above. The crank positioning sensor monitors the position and rotational speed of the...
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Putting new engine in a '88 Pontiac Firebird Formula
If it's an '88, it will have an orifice tube. They have always had orifice tubes. Most of the orifice tubes on GM products come off of the condenser in the front of a vehicle. The hose that comes out...
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Car steering is vibrating when going on high speed example 100 kmh. Replaced cars ball joint still steering wheel vibrates,
You should have the tires balanced and checked for problems with tire separation. If they are okay then have axles and suspension checked for problems like bad axle cv joints or bearings that are loose.
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Bluetooth prevents accessing Destination Assist
Hello there, a few different faults can cause the bluetooth system to act up like this. The most common issues include a wiring fault, phone incompatibility, or bluetooth module failure. A qualified technician, such as one from YourMechanic, will be...