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My Smart Fortwo has a misfire on cylinder 2. The spark plugs are oily and besides that the clutch actuator needs to be replaced
Hello, thank you for writing in. The issues will need to be evaluated before we can determine what the best plan of action would be. At this point, we cannot determine how long the repairs will last, or if they...
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how to find the engine number for accord v6 2000
Hi there. The engine code and VIN number are not the same thing, however, when a dealership looks up parts for your vehicle by the VIN number, the engine code will show up on their screen. To locate the engine...
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How do I turn off the panic alarm?
There are two different ways to turn off the panic alarm: 1. Use the remote keyless entry (RKE) transmitter. The panic alarm button on the RKE transmitter turns on the panic alarm, and it also turns the alarm off. Press...
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What color is strut fluid?
Most fluid that is used inside struts is going to be clear, light brown or a light green. The leak can be a residual leak from the strut seal and may not e a bad strut but normal leakage. If...
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My truck wont move at all.
Hi there. Set the parking brake and set a wheel chock in front and behind the front wheels. Then put the transmission in drive and look under the vehicle to see if the rear driveshaft is turning. If the driveshaft...
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I bought a vacuum cleaner and attached it to my car while my car was ignited, I used the vacuum cleaner and the battery died
Hello and thank you for your question. It seems that the battery in your vehicle has a low charge and probably has an overcharged cell. I recommend replacing your battery then re-testing to see if it keeps on starting up....
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Low rpm idle
Since you had the battery disconnected the computer needs to relearn the idle again. I would recommend having the throttle body cleaned and then the throttle relearn process done so the idle can stabilize and be relearned by the computer....
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My truck has a knocking noise from a bad lifter
A bad lifter will not make a knocking noise. It will make a tapping noise. I would recommend having a qualified mechanic listen to the noise to see if it is a lifter noise, a piston rod, or main bearing...
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Car is showing random misfire code po300
The only sensor that will cause the RPM gauge to read incorrectly and cause a rough running engine is the crankshaft position sensor, or its wiring and connector. Try and disconnect the crankshaft sensor connector located above the oil filter...
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How do you test the wiring harness on a two wire camshaft position sensor for a 1999 sohc 4.0 Ford explorer
An oscilloscope is typically used to look at both the amplitude and frequency of the analog output signal from a two wire Hall Effect sensor, which is the type that you have. Alternatively, you can use a multimeter set to...
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Crankshaft will turn about 170 degrees then it hits something solid. What could it be
The problem sounds like you have a piston hitting a valve. You will need to try and put the number one piston on top dead center on it compression stroke and check camshaft timing to see if it is in...
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My 2006 Ford Taurus does not want to shift out of first gear
All of the transmission codes tells me your transmission is not fine and may have a wiring or solenoid problem. You will need to have the pinpoint tests done for each code to determine if it is a computer problem,...
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Replaced water pump (no noise before just leaky) now there's loud humming noise and I don't have heat. Haven't tried driving yet.
Hi there. From the description you have provided, you replacing the water pump and now you have a new noise and no heat, are an combination of things going on. First, the loud humming noise coming from the water pump/timing...
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My saturn will idle at about 300-450 rpm and then eventually shut off.
Hi There, It sounds like you may have a dirty or failing idle air control valve. The idle air control valve monitors the air intake as it is mixed with fuel prior to being injected into the engine at low...
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How do I adjust the volume in the infotainment system?
Adjusting the volume in the infotainment system is very easy. Simply rotate the VOL knob until you reach your volume preference. The volume will increase when the knob is rotated clockwise, and decrease when the knob is rotated counterclockwise.
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ABS light, brake light, and engine power loss flashing on screen
Hi there, thanks for writing in. This is a typical and common problem with multiple vehicles that have sensors that monitor systems like ABS. The general issue is that when it gets damp and wet, the sensors absorb the liquid...
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can overfilling the oil in a car cause oil on the spark plugs?
The most common reason that you have oil on the spark plugs after you remove the coils is the valve gasket is leaking oil into spark plug wells. You will need to clean out the oil before replacing the spark...
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Engine misfiring in the sixth cylinder on a 2009 Ford Edge
Misfires can be caused by many things, but at least you know it is in the cylinder number six. What I would try next is to swap the ignition coil from six to one, and one to six. If the...
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Car Overheating 2004 honda accord
If your vehicle has overheated it is very possible that head gasket or head damage has occurred. I would recommend having the engine thoroughly inspected as well as pressure tested to determine if any coolant leaks exist. I would also...
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Steering wheel feels lighter and seems to provide less road feedback.
Your vehicle is equipped with electric power steering (EPS). A steering angle sensor other various sensors, are used to provide input to the EPS control module. The module uses this information to determine control of an electric motor, which is...
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Coolant is leaking behind the motor against firewall, on the passenger side, but only when the engine gets hot, Ford explorer 2002
Hi Logan. Thanks for contacting us today. The leak is likely coming from either a coolant line or more likely, the heater core. To ensure you have the right repairs completed, you should have a professional mechanic complete an onsite...
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Hi! My name is Tim and I have a 2009 GMC Acadia. Here not Long ago in my vehicle started losing power while accelerating. Ended up
Hello, thank you for writing in. There are several other components, some that you have mentioned, that can cause a multiple cylinder misfire. With that being said, the fuel filter should ALWAYS be replaced when replacing the fuel pump. Start...
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im getting error codes P0121, P0700, P1516, P2135 when scanned on my 2007 chevy equinox. Randomly loosing engine power due to sta
Let me start with the fault codes. P0121 - Throttle Position Sensor Circuit. P0700 - Transmission Control System Malfunction. P1516 - Throttle Actuator Control. P2135 - Throttle Position Sensor Circuit. The fact that there is only 1 transmission code and...
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Honda with bad oil leak. Changed the lead plug and I check the valve cover and didn't see any leaks 2002 Honda Civic
Hello. It sounds like you may have an oil leak either at the valve cover or it may be at the head gasket. If you cannot pinpoint the actual point of the leak I would usually put some dye in...
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Overcharging 18volts +
The shop was correct about how the ECU controls the field current of the alternator which will cause the alternator to charge the batteries. If the wire on pin 57, the dark green with orange stripe wire at the ECU,...