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Draining battery and blowing air sound when car is turned off 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Hello - based on your symptom information, your Jeep has the air suspension, and the noise you hear is air leaking, with the compressor continuing to run, draining your battery. This could be due to a failed switch in the...
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How do I use the heated mirrors?
Heated mirrors are a convenient feature, especially for those living in colder areas. In order to heat your mirrors, simply press the rear window defogger button, which will have a symbol on it resembling a rectangle with wavy “heat” lines...
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Rattling noise AC heater
Hey there, thanks for writing in about your 2010 Lexus HS250h. Even though you said the blower motor looks okay, my guess is that it probably has a bad bearing, which is causing the noise. The only other thing I...
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What qualifications do you need if you are to rebuild an engine?
Hi there. If you were to rebuild an engine on your own in your garage (that is, your engine and not someone else's engine), you would just need your tools and some books (with procedures and specifications) that can help...
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Gas pedal is unresponsive
You may have a couple of different issues going on here. Your car has what is called a throttle position sensor that controls the functioning of the gas pedal. The throttle position sensor monitors the throttle position of the throttle...
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My car will lock and unlock by itself.
I initially would have your battery and alternator tested. Next I would try leaving the key fob away from the vehicle to ensure that is not the cause. If the battery, alternator and key fob do not fix the issue,...
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On 2017 Toyota Tacoma, the auto headlights come on after about 12 seconds of low ambient light. Can this be reduced?
The system has a photo sensor that senses low light condition and it may not change enough resistance to lighting module fast enough to turn lights on in a tunnel since it is designed to sense low light that gradually...
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Whats the Difference Between A "CKP Sensor And a CrankShaft Position Sensor?
There is no difference. CKP is the abbreviation for crankshaft position sensor.
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Intermittent chirping when driving with AC on
Hi. When the AC compressor is on, it puts a significant load on the belt, tensioner, pulleys and engine. The extra load on these parts could be the cause, or the internals of the compressor could be the source of...
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Truck keeps bogs down and dies when I let off gas.
It is very possible that you have a weak fuel pump. Having to keep your foot on the accelerator to keep the engine running is an indication of low fuel pressure. The pump works harder at higher RPMs in order...
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Transmission rebuild cost
I just did a quick E-bay search and found this: (06-10 Chevy Impala 3.5L 4T65E w/ Converter, Remanufactured 3 year 100,000 mile Warr, Free Converter, NO CORE CHARGE) for a $1,475.00 plus a $300.00 shipping charge. Then there would be...
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Need a diagram for the thermostat 2003 Ford Escape V6
Hello - the thermostat is inside a black plastic housing attached to the engine by 3 small bolts that is directly under the air intake to the throttle body. It is just about hidden from view until you removed the...
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water pump replacement. 2011 Buick Lacrosse
Hey there. It does sound as though you need a water pump. Water pumps have very different sealing methods than every other component on your car. This is due to the rotating nature of the pump and the pressure in...
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Skipping, light rough idle, & smoking
Hi and thanks for contacting YourMechanic. Depending on what color the smoke is will determine what is happening with the engine. If there is heavy black smoke, then there is too much fuel in the cylinders and the fuel is...
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Car acting like it has no fuel, even though it has some gas in it, won't start.
If the car wont turn over your battery terminals may be dirty and have a bad connection. Clean the terminals and then try to start the car again. If it doesn't start or turn over then I would have a...
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Battery Light
There is probably a fault in the charging circuit and or the connections. The charging system output should be tested and if you are noticing this problem (the warning light) intermittently but it is nevertheless quite repetitive, it's possible to...
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Mudguard destroyed under my left front bumper
Hello, thanks for writing in about your 2016 Hyundai Accent. You will be ok driving it around. Your mudguard does not serve a critical function that would otherwise prevent you from driving your car safely. If you'd like some peace...
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Crankshaft pulley is wobbling after timing belt change, how can I correct this?
Hi there. The wobble in the crankshaft pulley/harmonic balancer may have been there prior to removal and wasn't noticed. There is no keyway, so missing the keyway is ruled out as a possibility. The harmonic balancer may have been bent...
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What are the three hoses coming from air box on my Buick verano?
Hello, thank you for writing in. There are several vacuum lines associated with the engine intake and throttle. One of which that does run along up towards the firewall is the brake booster line. This vacuum helps assist the master...
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Clutch not disengaging
You likely need to bleed the pressure out of the hydraulic system. Improper installation could also have caused the problems. I would have a certified mechanic, such as one from YourMechanic, inspect your clutch issue and make the needed repairs...
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effects from a bad pcm computer in a 2003 chevy tahoe
Hi there. Usually these warning lights will illuminate when a sensors that monitor these systems either detects a fault with them or the sensor or wiring harness connected to the sensor is damaged or faulty. Anytime an error light is...
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Car bogging down
This may be related to a few different things such as a bad injector, fuel pressure issue, or potentially a faulty mass air flow sensor. A common symptom of a bad mass air flow sensor is very similar to what...
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Will a 1996 transmission from a tahoe fit a 1999 chevy tahoe?
Both of these vehicles use the 4L60E/m30 transmissions. The only thing that may concern me is the 4 years difference may have changes in the wire connections between the two transmissions. I would recommend checking the two wire connections between...
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Whining whistling in TBI area
Hello. I believe that you are experiencing a problem with the idle air control valve. It probably has built up some carbon. When the engine warms up it requires less air at idle so this valve closes a little more...
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I have a mazda 1998 protege dx when i turn on the ac the car starts to shake alot but when i turn off the ac it runs normal .....
Hi Omar. Thanks for contacting us today. Shaking with the a/c on can be caused by a number of reasons. The a/c compressor puts a lot of strain on the engine because the compressor is similar to being a small...