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Brake system malfunction
The master cylinder is likely worn out and should be replaced. The rubber cups simply allow the brake fluid to slip past, rather than compress, when the brake pedal is pressed. I would also replace all of your brake hoses...
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How do you sound the panic alarm with the remote?
The remote control for your car is much more than just a convenient way to lock or unlock the doors from afar. It also offers enhanced personal safety through the Panic button. Pressing the Panic button automatically sets off the...
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Hi i was wondering the price to cahange my water pump on my 2006 Mazda MVP
Hello there. We'd be happy to provide you with a price estimate to have one of our professional mobile mechanics come to your location and complete a water pump replacement. In order to do so, we need to collect a...
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My Check Engine Light is on and my car barely wants to go.
When the code P0700 is set in the Powertrain Computer, it means that the Powertrain Computer or PCM is seeing greater than a specified RPM difference between the rotational speed of the Input RPM Sensor and the Transmission Output RPM...
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Shift lever wont go in park or other gears
Hello, thank you for writing in. It is possible the shifter cable or its related components are damaged. They are typically visible from the bottom of the transmission. It should not be hard to inspect that area if you can...
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Car starting at 1000 RPM, having brake issues
It sounds like you might have a vacuum leak at your brake booster, or maybe the booster itself is bad. The booster uses engine vacuum to assist the brake pedal so when it fails, you can get a vacuum leak,...
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Back up light
You should first check the bulb by swapping bulbs from one side to the other to see if you have a defective bulb. If swapping bulbs do not work then you need to check light socket wires are getting power...
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My 94 jaguar idles rough, stutters then cuts out. This happens when engine is cold or warm.
Check for a vacuum leak on the engine. A vacuum leak will cause the engine to rough rough and stall out when the engine is cold or hot. If there is no vacuum leak, then the Mass Air Flow Sensor...
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Missing on cyl 1,3,5.
Hello. No spark for an entire bank, or side of the engine, can be caused by a few different things. If cylinders 1, 3, and 5 are all experiencing the same issue I would consider the possibility of a faulty...
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My aura shakes when it starts saying "service traction" what is it?
Hello, thank you for writing in. At this point there are a lot of possible causes for your vehicle's symptoms. To gather more information, we need to start with having the vehicle scanned for diagnostic troubleshooting codes. This can be...
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Rebuilt transmission shuddering
Take the 2000 Isuzu Trooper back to the rebuilder since they should have a 12,000 mile 12 month warranty on the repairs. They should honor the warranty for you since your car is under mileage. The possible problem in this...
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My a/c isn't blowing cold air.
The belt has to be on the compressor for the system to work. If you haven't already done so, installing a new belt will be a good first step and it may solve all your trouble. But if the air...
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Car shudders in gas pedal and steering wheel, higher than 60 mph
If you did not have any issue before the tires were put on and now the problem has appeared, than this indicates that there is tire problems. I would recommend having the tire store put a different brand of tires...
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I replaced the battery, alternator, did a tune up and changed the fuel filter. The truck still has trouble starting
A hard start or stall after starting is most likely caused by a fuel pump that is not holding pressure up to the fuel injectors after you shut off the engine. The fuel pressure should be tested to verify the...
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Shift knob gets stuck in gears
The shifter knob shift mechanism may be loosing contact and needs to be replaced. The switch will need to be tested and monitored using the Mercedes scanner. If the switch gives erratic readings when scanned and while the switch is...
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Would like to get an estimate cost to swap my engine with a 2JZGTE Motor and to do it without converting my car from a FWD to RWD
Hello. The engine swap you are inquiring about would require heavy customization, and for this reason is not a service we would be able to provide. The 2JZGTE is a rear wheel drive motor, designed to be longitudinally mounted, and...
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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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Changed bypass hose now engine overheats
Hello there, a few common faults will result in your 2003 Hyundai overheating after the bypass hose was replaced. The most common would be air trapped in the coolant system. This is common after repairs have been performed if the...
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How much to change the driver side valve cover gasket on a 99 suburban 5.7 liter
Hi there. In order to provide you with an estimate to have your valve cover gasket, we'll need to receive a bit more information about your vehicle and location. Please click this link and then click the Get a Quote...
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Coolant is boiling
You need to check to see if the thermostat is opening properly and if the cooling fan came on. The upper and lower hose should be hot if it is open. If this is your first time running the car...
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gears not shifting
Hello! Being that it would not shift gears at all it could be an issue within the shift linkages. If the transmission was just serviced and you are experiencing transmission issues so soon after, I would take it back to...
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ESP light stays on dash
Hi There, This is something that usually requires the steering angle sensor to be re-calibrated or replaced. I would suggest having a professional from YourMechanic come to your location to have this done. As you may know, the steering angle...
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What causes Actuator Solenoid Malfunction
Hello. It would depend on what actuator solenoid you are talking about. If you are talking about a shift solenoid, mounted on the transmission, then it may be possible that it was damaged when you made contact. If the contact...