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Is There a "Best" Material for Engine Hoses?
This is a loaded question. The answer completely depends on what you intend to do with the vehicle. For normal usage, daily driving, or what-have-you, EPDM hoses are the material of choice. They work extremely well and can last for...
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2005 Pontiac G6 not going into gear
There are a couple of possibilities for this concern. The most common issue is a faulty transmission range switch. If the coded output from the range switch is received incorrectly by the PCM you will get incorrect operation of the...
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I have a 2006 dodge charger 2.7 that has been overheating and the heater is blowing out cold air, warm air, and sometimes hot air
Hi there: Overheating issues can be very difficult to pinpoint without completing a physical inspection. If your heater is not blowing warm air, it's very possible that you have a clogged heater core coolant line; which can cause engine overheating...
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Right Blinker not working
If one bulb does not light up, the blinker will not blink as fast as it did or it will not blink at all, then turn on the left blinker to see all the bulbs that light up and then...
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Installed new battery but car won't start - 2005 Honda Civic
Your symptoms could be caused by several components. At first, it sounds like the starter is cranking, but isn't powerful enough to turn over the engine. This could be due to a bad electrical connection or faulty starter. Replacing the...
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Evap system leak
It sounds like you may have an evaporative emissions system leak. Your car has a small purge valve with a purge solenoid in the Evaporative Emissions system that controls the venting of fumes from the fuel tank as these fumes...
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My radiator is spitting out coolant onto my engine and the check engine light is on but no overheating and its sometimes dont want to start should I get a new radiator
Hi there: Before you decide to purchase a new radiator and have a new radiator installed on your 2005 Nissan Murano, I'd recommend having a professional mechanic complete a car is leaking coolant inspection first. This will allow them to...
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My car shakes very bad whenever I'm accelerating or driving uphill...Could it be a motor mount or transmission issue?
Motor and transaxle mounts, or an engine operating condition such as misfiring, are likely causes. A fault in the transmission is a less likely cause of the shaking that you are describing. Motor mounts fail due to separation or tearing...
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Car accelerates very slow when it hits 20 mph and neutral shift on dash starts to blink.
Either the transmission has thrust bearings or bushings that are worn causing the internal parts to go out of balance or there is an issue with the fluid is low causing the gears to slip. If the fluid is full...
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I just had to get my alternator replaced for the second time within three monthly oil gasket had to be replaced it was leaking.
To properly clean your engine, I suggest using a substance called Sea Foam. Put one bottle of the fluid in your engine and run the engine for about 30 minutes at 2,000 rpm's. Then either take the car to a...
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Weird helicopter noise while braking - 2012 Toyota Corolla
Hello. Based on the symptoms you are experiencing, I would first recommend having your vehicle inspected by a qualified mechanic to determine if your brakes and suspension components are performing properly. If your steering wheel is shaking when you...
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Can you bypass the AC compressor? 2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer
Hello - if the AC compressor clutch and bearing are still OK, you can simply unplug the wire to the compressor clutch, and the clutch pulley bearing will continue to turn with the belt, and no other action is necessary....
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Loud banging noise when I put car into gear.
I would take the car to a mechanic that specialises in transmissions. They can determine if it is in the differential or the transmission.
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Coolant leaks as soon as I add it to the radiator tube while Car is off and cold.
Hi there. Look at the engine and try to locate where the fluid is coming out of. Most likely the coolant is leaking out of a heater hose next to the engine by the firewall. If the hoses are good...
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what can cause my car not to move even when the gear is engaged?
The problem is most likely a breakage in the transmission's internal output or input clutch. Another possibility is that a shaft broke when you started to move or the differential final drive gear broke. Before the transmission is taken out...
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Will the P0597 code cause the car to fail emissions inspection in North Carolina?
Hi there. The code P0597 is for the thermostat heater control circuit. This means that the thermostat is electronically controlled in your vehicle. To see why this code is on, check the following: A loose or corroded connector on...
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Sudden play & random tugging in steering wheel. Hear clicking from steering wheel & front left tire both while driving straight.
Hello, thank you for writing in. Checking the brakes was a great place to start. At this point the first thing we need to find out is if symptoms happen always, or only when driving over bumpy roads. If you...
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How do you set your headlights to auto?
Not all Altimas have auto headlights, but if your car is equipped with this feature, it’s simple to use. Turning your headlights to auto will allow your headlights, parking lights and other interior lights to turn on when the level...
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Steering wheel jerking
Hi Karen, What you are describing sounds like a problem with the rack and pinion gears. The rack and pinion gear set does two things: It converts the rotational motion of the steering wheel into the linear motion needed to...
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Advice on what to do with the car that has a tank filled with fuel and lacquer thinner
Leave it until the next day. The main thing you want to do is drive it reasonably hard. Either put a brick on the accelerator so it idles at about 2200 RPM and put a giant fan in front of...
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How can I remove the message "service the battery charging system?"
Hi there: If you've recently had major work done to your Chevrolet Equinox, it's always a good idea to have the ECU reprogrammed or updated so it can monitor those changes; especially if any aftermarket parts were used. However, the...
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Truck doesn't start after sitting for over a year
Hi there. If your truck cranks normally but doesn't start, suspect a problem with fuel or spark delivery. Spark can be checked using an inline spark tester and fuel pressure can be checked with a gauge. If the engine doesn't...
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My car wont start the indicator show its on reverse but its on parking 2008 Nissan Xterra
Hi there - your symptoms suggest that the shifter cable has worn sufficiently to prevent proper gear selection, or has come loose from either the shifter or the transmission proper. I recommend a shifter inspection performed by a mobile, professional...