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Car difficult to start, wants to die
Usually when a car is misfiring and running rough, there are a few different things that could be the cause. If the vehicle doesn't have enough air when starting or driving, the vehicle will want to misfire or stumble, there...
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When the weather is nice outside, the car start fine. When it is cold, the car refuses to start until I try it several time
Hello, the first step in resolving this problem is to determine if there are any problem codes set by engine management - even if the Check Engine light is not illuminated. Most auto parts supply stores will check this for...
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My car engine just started knocking or pinging
If you have been overheating your engine over and over, then it will cause damage to the heads and engine. Look at the oil to see if the oil has coolant in the oil. It sounds like you now have...
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Heat is blowing cold air
The problem is likely from the control assembly. The manufacturer has a technical bulletin that has a new designed part for replacement. I recommend a having mechanic, such one from YourMechanic, inspect your AC system to identify and quote the...
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My tight front sway bar bushing broke and came off. Can I drive it 60 miles home to repair?
Hi, thanks for writing in. The vehicle is not safe to drive with a broken link. You can try and drive it the 60 miles if you drive slow and avoid sudden lane changes, but I still would not recommend...
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Power window not working
Hello! Commonly when a window stops working it is the window regulator causing the troubles. I suggest having a qualified technician, such as one from YourMechanic, check the window regulator and window switch to determine why your window is not...
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I have a Chrysler 300 I jus bought i had for only a week n I parked it one day my daughter locked my keys in my car so we had to f
Hello, thank you for writing in. Although the battery is good, it may not be charged. This sounds like the most likely cause of your issues. Try to jump start the vehicle, or put the battery on a charger. If...
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Car is overheating and leaking antifreeze.
Besides the item you listed you would need to have the intake manifold, head gaskets, hoses checked. This engine has had all of these components fail. Your cooling fans will need to be checked for proper operation also. My recommendation...
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I'm replacing the wiper motor/pulse board assembly.
Hello - yes, it is possible that you have locked down a pivot point or other piece of the linkage that is meant to turn or rotate. Try loosening pivot point nuts/bolts, and retry the motor. Unfortunately, this is one...
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Car running rich
It can always be a challenge when addressing an issue with a classic car, such as with your 68’ Chevelle. Provided that your Chevy has not been modified, your problem may simply be found in the spark plugs. Each spark...
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Car tries to start, but won't
There are a lot a possibilities for the engine not starting. It could be anything from a bad fuel pump, crank sensor, wiring problem, or a mechanical problem. A qualified mechanic from YourMechanic can come out to scan your engine's...
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Sunroof stuck
While the information provided on the Honda Prelude is a bit limited, my experience with this car leads me to believe that the tilt function on the sunroof has stopped operating correctly. If the sunroof can open and close...
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Front wheel thumping
It could be from the bearing, or from a tire with a bubble or tread separation. I recommend having a mechanic, such as one from YourMechanic, run a diagnostic on the source of the noise in order to identify and...
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check engine light is on
A fault code p0304 is typically caused by a faulty plug or a failed ignition coil. If it has been quite a while since there has been a tune up done, I would start there. Many times a misfire can...
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Car not shifting out of first
There is a common problem with shift solenoids on these cars going bad. You should get a code on the computer if that is the case. I would recommend having the transmission flushed by a certified mechanic. They have a...
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A few questions about the fuel system
Hello. To answer your first question, the fuel feed pipe is the pipe that allows the gas to get from your gas tank to your fuel injectors. As for replacing fuel injectors, you do not have to replace all of...
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Exhaust smoke and oil leak
Hello, it sounds like you may have a gasket or seal leaking on your car. Smoke in the exhaust could indicate 2 things; you're burning oil or burning coolant. If you're burning oil that usually means your valve seals and...
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Fuel line issue
Hello. If there is something wrong with your fuel line it is necessary to have it check as soon as possible. A diagnosis needs to be made as to whether there is a fuel leak or if fuel is not...
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Car hard to steer after making noise
It sounds like you may have a bad water pump that caused the belt to come off. I would suggest having a technician come out and look at the car and inspect what caused the belt to come off and...
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Leak from under dash
Hello. It is likely the heater core causing the leak because it is on the passenger side and when they leak the passenger floor becomes wet. It may also be a heater core gasket that is leaking but the heater...
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Truck making noise
Hello, diagnosing a noise is a hands on and must be heard. Since you notice that it is making the noise while starting the car, there are several possible causes. The noise could be coming from the starter, the flywheel,...
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Truck not shifting out of Park
The shift lock requires the brakes to be pushed in order to get the vehicle out of Park. The brake lights need to be checked to see if they work; the brake switch and wire connector to the switch may...
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I have a 2000 Dodge Durango my ac compressor went out. Now there is light white smoke coming out the tailpipe. Is it due to the ac
If the refrigerant in the A/C system leaks, that refrigerant can't get into the exhaust system. White smoke in the exhaust is typically due to engine coolant leaking into the combustion chambers and such a leak could be due to...