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How to check if your altinator alternator is out?
You are most likely driving on the alternator to get there. The battery and alternator can only be examined with a tester device. Do not try and disconnect the battery cable while it is running or you will damage the...
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Will turn over but won't start - 1968 Chevrolet C10 Pickup
Hello. You need to see if you have power to one side of the coil and blinking power on the other side when you crank the engine. If you do and no spark comes out of the coil, then replace...
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AC blows hot in the front, cold in the rear
Hello. It sounds like the blend door actuator is failing. This door is responsible for blocking off air flow to the heater core when the air conditioning is on. I would recommend having the blend door actuator tested using the...
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Where is the 2009 camshaft position sensor located
The camshaft position sensor on this vehicle is attached to the timing chain cover. Note that replacement will require a PCM re-learn procedure in order for the engine to work properly. These sensors MUST be directly tested (or observed via...
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Hood release button not working.
This is a pretty typical issue seen on your vehicle. The release cable stretches over time and no longer pulls the latch far enough. You have to have an assistant pull the release while somebody pries on the hood with...
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I have a 1998 Honda Accord 2.3 and when I first bought it , it had issues shifting gears and it would rev up 1998 Honda Accord
Hello - this is a challenge, since you have multiple serious problems. The P1259 problem is most likely what is putting your engine into "limp mode". P1259 in a Honda is a problem with the variable valve timing mechanism of...
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I have changed the MAF sensor, oxygen sensors, gas cap, catalytic converter and I still get check engine light.
Hello, thank you for writing in. With a check engine light on, the first step is to have the vehicle scanned for diagnostic codes. This can be done by a technician, or at most auptmot8ve parts stores. That information will...
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VW CC 2010 Sport has pressur fuel too low code. How much is it to replace high pressure fuel pump
Hi There, It sounds like you may have a fuel supply problem in getting the proper amount of fuel to the fuel injectors. As you know, when you turn the key to on, the fuel pump is activated and the...
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Car running sluggish then dies - 1988 Mercedes-Benz 420SEL
Hello. I would check the fuel filter first. If the filter is clogged then this will occur. If the fuel filter is fine then the air flow meter needs to be checked. This is the most common part to fail...
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2008 Suzuki SX4 not going into gear
Hi. It sounds to me like there is some sort of mechanical binding in the shift linkage, probably requiring some level of disassembling and cleaning. Also, some rust might have formed somewhere underneath the car. If you need further assistance,...
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Rough idling, no power on acceleration, revs by itself, shuts off
The first thing I check for in any drivability problem is air leaks. Any air that gets into the engine without going through proper channels will lean out the system and cause these kinds of problems. Look under the hood...
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2007 Nissan Murano died while driving
Two very common causes of a vehicle to die while driving would be the fuel pump, or the alternator. If the fuel pump has gone bad, the engine will no longer receive any fuel from the tank and will not...
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Esp warning light came on after washing car.
Hi there. Check the ABS controller for any bare wires or loose connectors. What may have happened is the controller could have gotten wet and caused a terminal to short due to the water. If everything is dry, then the...
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The service advance track light comes on periodically.
There is a technical bulletin to reprogram the power train control module for your specific vehicle. The bulletin number is 13-1-15. Contact your local dealer to diagnose the warning light being on and they will also be able to reprogram...
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Service theft deterrent system light is on. Absolutely no dinging when key is in . it will not even attempt to crank
Hi. When the wrong key was put in the ignition it damaged the components inside the ignition causing it to shut the car down. The only way to fix this problem is to replace the ignition and have the new...
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2014 Ford Mustang V6, Driveside power seat is not going up and down
Hello. If the seat is not moving then most of the time this is caused by a failure in the seat motor. It can also be a wiring issue so it needs to be inspected first. If you need to...
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Car will not start, only clicks once or twice.
Hello. Clicking when you turn the key is usually a sign that there is not enough power for the starter to fully turn. If your battery is new, then that is likely not the source of the problem. I would...
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Wire and metal hanging underneath car
Hi there. It is probably a better idea to have one of our mobile mechanics to come to your location and complete a physical inspection if you notice any symptoms as there isn't anything natural that would hand from below...
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when a front tire goes flat can the impact damage the steering gear
A flat tire would not create that type of damage to the steering gear. The previous noise that you had could have been related to steering gear. That has car has a steering rack assembly (gear). Unfortunately, I would need...
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What does the code P0150 mean?
Hi James. Thanks for contacting us today. I would recommend reading these two articles - first on the P-0130 OBD-II trouble code and second on the P-0150 code to learn more about these codes.
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Melted dashboard, smells bad and is sticky
Nissan does not have any recalls or Service Bulletins regarding this issue currently. You are not alone though, many owners in hot climates like Texas are experiencing the same issue. There is a class action lawsuit involving your car and...
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My truck shakes while idling when the heat, AC and in-cab fan are on
This may be a sign of a faulty MAP sensor. The Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensor senses engine load and generates a signal that is proportional to the amount of vacuum in the intake manifold. The engine computer then uses...
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I have a 2008 scion xb, the heater started to blow cool air, the vsc light came on, and the car ran hot. It can drive. What could
Hi there. Check the coolant and see if it's low. If the coolant is low, then top off the coolant and check around to locate a coolant leak. If there is no leaks, then the coolant may have blown out...