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Hey Chad I'm Frank! I have a 650i bmw and needed to replace 2 hoses on top of the turbo,how much would that cost me?
Hi Frank. It really depends on what hoses you are referring to and your location which will determine the cost of replacement. If the hoses are related to the fuel system / turbo charger, it's likely that we would not...
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Car won't start - 2003 Volkswagen Passat
Hey there. Unless you've been experiencing other symptoms, it's probably not the fuel pump. But that's easy enough to determine by performing a fuel pressure test. A car that struggles to idle and then dies might have trouble with a...
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Low rpm & stalling
This is often times related to what is called an idle air control module which regulates the air flow at idle as the air enters the intake system and is mixed with fuel before being injected into the motor. When...
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2002 GMC Envoy message displayed on message board, turn engine off now. What does this mean?
Hi there. The message could have came on for something that may have been active on the engine or transmission. If the light comes on again, then the computer (ECM) should store the events and you could have them read...
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Noisy aircon
Hi there. Yes, a low refrigerant charge in the a/c system can cause the a/c compressor to make noise. The R-134a refrigerant is what carries the PAG oil throughout the a/c system. A low system charge, results in a lack...
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Truck hesitating down the highway
With the floor board getting hot during the drive, you may want to look underneath the truck and see if the catalytic convertor is located roughly in the area where the heat is coming from. It sounds to me like...
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Car is hard to start - 2000 Honda CR-V
Hi there. A car that is difficult to start in the morning can be caused by a battery that is losing cold cranking amps, a faulty starter solenoid, distributor or ignition coils that are worn out, or fuel system components...
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Overheating at the traffic light or while AC is on
You may have a restriction in your radiator or condenser that is preventing the cooling of the respective fluids that go through these parts. Restrictions will cause hot spots and therefore will not allow sufficient cooling of the refrigerant or...
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P0300 codes while idling
Hello. If unplugging the MAF sensor causes the engine to run better then there is a secondary air leak into the engine. This means that there is a vacuum leak from someplace. Most of the time on this engine it...
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i've been told it's very difficult to ge to the spark plugs on a Scion FRS (boxer engine). Is it possible to replace at my home
I am not 100 percent sure that our mobile mechanics are able to provide this service on your Scion. In order to receive a quote, you need to request a spark plug replacement service by clicking this link. Once we...
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My car want accelerate and my engine light is constantly blinking on and off
Hello. A misfire under load is typically caused by a problem in the secondary ignition system (i.e. plugs, wires, coil pack). This will also cause your Check Engine Light to flash. The powertrain control module (PCM) directly controls coil operation,...
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What makes an automatic transmission not to change gears?
Hi there. Check the throttle cable to the transmission and make sure that its not broken or loose. If the transmission does not have a kick down cable, then the kick down solenoid could be not working causing the transmission...
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My 2000 ford expedition is showing 0171 and 0174 codes do you have a estimate to fix?
The codes P0171 and P0174 point to a lean condition picked up by the oxygen sensors in the vehicle's exhaust system. Since there is a warning from both banks, it may be safe to say that this is could be...
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2002 S type tranmission hard to get out of park and have to pull all the way down to drive before you can get it in reverse
Hello. Most of the time, this is caused by a failing shifter, but it can also occur if anything was ever spilled into the shifter assembly. Most of the time, some liquid gets spilled from the cup holder and it...
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Transmission
Your car has an electronically controlled transmission, so whatever occurred will have left traces in the form of trouble codes in the transmission control module. These codes can be read and interpreted by a technician with the appropriate equipment. The...
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Does the car have to be driving down the road for the computer to sense a Fuel line EVAP leak?
In order for the EVAP system to complete the drive test you need to be at a cruise steady speed with engine warm and no check engine light on. The actual speed is needed will be in overdrive above 45...
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Door not unlocking or opening
You have several components on your door. Two specific ones that come into play here are the door handle and door latch. The door latch is what actually hold the door closed and where the locking mechanism is housed. There...
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Dsg problem
Hello - the P0824 code is an error with the shift selector mechanism, failing to detect the shifter forward/backward positioning. This problem will require specialized equipment and parts from your manufacturer. Contact your vehicles dealer service center for assistance. ...
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Truck shaking violently at 40mph or faster.
Hi, thanks for writing in. This may have happened for a few reasons, however it is quite likely that due to the difference tread size, this may have caused one or any of the tires to wear incorrectly causing an...
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I am having trouble starting my 2007 Dodge Charger and it does not have good acceleration
Hello. There are a lot of things that can cause this on your vehicle. I would usually start by scanning the computer for any codes. If there are codes set it can help to find the issue. If there are...
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Replaced my tranmission on my 95 k1500,at frist my truck light came on of check gauges,I replaced that now my rpm working right bu
It is not clear if you installed a used transmission or a professionally rebuilt one. If the transmission is used, of course a possibility is it may be faulty and in need of re-building. If the transmission was already rebuilt,...
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Reduced Power light
Hello. It is possible that the catalytic converter is clogged causing a lack of power in the car. It is possible that cleaning out the catalytic converter will fix the problem, but most of the time the catalytic converter needs...
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How do I handle this car issue?
Hi Ashley. Thanks for contacting us today. This is a very good question and one that often confuses car owners as to the proper way in which to handle. The solution really depends on what type of warranty or coverage...
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The AC in my truck isn't working - 2005 Ford F-150
Your a/c should of cycled out at 24 psi on the low side and you should not let it get to zero. The a/c cycling switch will need to be replaced first then the system rechecked. You will find the...