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My car starts and shifts but doesn't move in any gear and there is no check engine light, what would be the problem?
You need to check the transmission fluid level to see if it is low. This would cause the no transmission engagement. If fluid is full then you have a transmission shift control valve issue which will need to be tested...
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Gear stuck on park. Brake lights dont turn on. Brake light switch has been changed the problem still remains.
Hello, thank you for writing in. The vehicle is likely having a connection issue somewhere around the switch. Since you have a voltmeter or test light, you will want to test for power leading up to the fuses, and then...
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will a bad compressor cause the fan to not come on? No fan, no cool air?
The A/C fan for the condenser will not come on if the A/C compressor does not come on. The fan will only come on when the pressure of the A/C system is detected. This is likely why it is not...
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What are the symptoms of bad rear coil spring seats?
When the coil spring seats have become completely worn you, you may start to hear noise coming fro the rear of the vehicle, especially while going over bumps. A worn out or missing coil spring seat will allow metal to...
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Car says "run mode change system check"
Hi there. This problem seems to be unique to Subaru's and tends to be caused due to a failure within the ECM. The only way to pinpoint the source of this code and determine a course of action is to...
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What's the purpose of thermostat in a car?
Hi There, The thermostat regulates the flow of the coolant in your car's engine and controls when the coolant flows in and out of the motor from the radiator by opening and closing at specific temperatures. When your thermostat is...
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Car starts on cold mornings, then shuts off while driving
It sounds like you've been addressing a number of issues. Of the parts that you have had replaced, only the crankshaft sensor would be one that would be likely to cause your car to shut off while driving. You could...
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What does the Service Transmission message mean?
The Service Transmission message can appear on the driver information center (DIC). When the DIC displays this alert, then the transmission is not operating properly and should be serviced as soon as possible.
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When l start my car and put it in drive, l hear this horn noise coming from my back tires. Please help.
The noise is coming from your rear brakes. If your vehicle has rotors on the rear, then the noise you heard is your pads vibrating. You may need to replace the rear calipers and keep the shims that fill the...
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How to check fuel pump control module on a 2016 tundra
You can power the pump directly to ensure it actually works. If the pump works, and you have carefully repaired all damaged wiring, components, terminals, grounds and so forth, and yet the pump won't run in the circuit you would...
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why is my car chugs and dies after a half tank of gas
The fuel pump may be starting to go bad, when you get below half a tank, the pump does not submerge in fuel as much to keep it cool and it will seize up and stall the motor. You will...
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Leaking from radiator drain plug petcock.
Hello. The only other solution you may have is to remove the petcock and install a bolt in its place with sealant. I do not recommend doing this though as it is not a permanent fix. If you want to...
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How do I use the heated steering wheel?
The heated steering wheel is a comfort feature that allows the steering wheel to heat up on cold days, to help keep your hands warm. To turn on the heated steering wheel, press the icon underneath the climate controls, with...
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The bolt that holds the plate for the power steering return lines, what size is it? Is it a torx? Is it a twelve point?
The bolt size that you need is 10 mm and the treads of 20 metric with a torque of 71 inch pounds. The best thing to do is take a thread gauge tool and check to see if the treads...
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Can I use a radiator from a different brand of car that I got in a pick n pull, in my car, if they have the same dimensions?
Even if you find a radiator with the same measurements it will most likely have different mounting location brackets and not fit correctly. You may need to find the same year vehicle or within a couple years should fit. ...
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WHY WOULD I BE GETTING OIL IN MY INTAKE SYSTEM ON A 2016 FORD FUSION 1.5l TURBO
Many times on turbo engines if the PCV system is not working properly, the engine will get oil in the intake system. I would recommend having your vehicle inspected for a potential warranty repair with the PCV system on your...
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My blinkers don't work and my dashboard lights won't cut on but the fuses are fine
On your vehicle, there may be a a fused, switched lead running from the fuse to the flasher, so that the unit only receives power in the "Hot or Run" key position. If this segment of the circuit malfunctions, your...
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smoke is coming out from left side power control window switch
Hi there. It sounds like either the switch may have burned out. It is a rare occurrence, but it has happened. You car is safe to drive. Toyota actually has issued a recall for this particular concern; the Yaris is...
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What could cause gas to leak from the middle of my truck underneath?
It sounds like you may have a leaking fuel line. Depending on the specific location of the leak, this may be coming from the fuel filter location or be leaking from the fuel filter itself. I would suggest having a...
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Check engine light, p0171 and p015B codes, what would be a sign of PCV damage vs. O2 sensor damage?
Hi there. The P0171 code means that, on the first bank of the engine, the fuel system is running weak or a vacuum leak exists near this side of the engine. A lean condition occurs when the engine either receives...
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Engine is knocking and it shakes the car while idle.
It is possible that some internal damage may have happened to the transmission due to the low fluid level. Then the transmission is not performing properly, it can affect the way that the engine runs. I would recommend having your...
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What does the forward collision alert (FCA) Warning Light mean?
The forward collision alert (FCA) system is a key safety feature in your vehicle that helps alert you when you are rapidly approaching a vehicle. The FCA Warning Light is located in the middle of the instrument panel. The FCA...
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Obd scan tool is not reading. Car wont start. An battery keeps dying. New battery
Check fuse number 11 in fuse box to see if it is blown. Check all fuses in engine and interior fuse boxes for any blown ones. You may need to try disconnecting the engine control module and reconnecting it...
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How Does a Car’s Distributor Operate?
A distributor is a major ignition system component that every gasoline engine used for decades, and now almost no vehicles use. The distributor is linked to, and driven by the camshaft, and it rotates at exactly one half the speed...
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Acceleration problem - 2002 Honda Civic
Hi. I think you have a fuel supply problem. Either the fuel pump is failing (rapidly), or the fuel pump relay is failing - only working in short bursts until the contacts get so hot they won't pass current to...