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Antilock warning stay on after I start the ignition on 2004 Buick Century, also the Traction control light stays on
This may be an issue of a faulty ABS control module or possibly faulty wheel sensors. The ABS control module controls the activation of the ABS system based upon inputs from the ABS wheel sensors. When this module is not...
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What does the multi-information display do?
The multi-information display is an optional piece of equipment available with some trim levels on the Honda Civic. If your car has one, consider it an expanded and enhanced version of the standard information display. It’s located above the steering...
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my transmission keeps trying to slide off the transmission jack.
This should not hurt the exhast to do this. I would recommend asking for a helper if necessary to help you keep the transmission level. If the transmission falls, this can damage the transmission rather than the exhaust. If the...
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My 95 Ranger shakes when accelerating from a complete stop.
Hey there. The different responses based on whether you are attempting to move forward or backward, suggests it might be a broken transmission or motor - allowing both to move around when the engine generates power for forward motion. Reverse...
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Check Engine Light with codes P219B and P0305
Hi there. The first code denotes an air fuel mixture ratio concern; and the second code, P0305, is a misfire detected on cylinder 5. There are several possible causes and both codes could be a related fault. An ignition coil,...
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Got told I needed I new head gasket but my car doesn't over heat or smokes obut needs o2 sensors... Any suggestion?
Hello, thank you for writing in. Without knowing the symptoms the vehicle is having, it is difficult to say what the issue may be. If you are receiving a code from the computer related to the oxygen sensors, then the...
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Oil light is on car full of oil runs smooth but oil light comes on
Hi there. When a motor is replaced, sometimes electrical sensors that relay information to the ECU have problems in communication and can cause multiple electrical problems as you've described. However, it's also possible this is mechanical, caused by a faulty...
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Transmission valve body
The 48RE valve body is designed to flow more transmission fluid and build up pressure quicker than the 47RE. This is quite likely the reason you are experiencing shifting problems. As you know, automatic transmissions use pressurized hydraulic fluid to...
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The Service AdvanceTrac and power steering lights came on after I got in an accident
These warning messages are displayed when the computer detects an issue with the AdvanceTrac and power steering systems. It may be possible that damage occurred within these systems when the vehicle was involved in the accident. The AdvanceTrac system is...
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Is it possible to straighten you frame out
When a frame or sub frame is damaged a professional body shop would need to check the frame on a frame machine to see if it can be repaired. If not then the frame would need to be replaced if...
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I used 5w-30 oil instead of ow-20 in my 2013 Nissan Altima. Is my engine in trouble?
Hi Christopher. Thanks for sending in your question today. Although using the recommended oil is always best, you should be fine if you added a quart of 5w30 to your Altima. I would recommend having the oil and filter changed...
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How do you set the Auto Lock feature?
Your car is equipped with an auto-lock feature that automatically locks the doors of the car when you move the gearshift from park to any gear. This is a safety feature that’s designed to help prevent the doors from accidentally...
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vehicle will turn over but not start.
You should have the throttle body checked for carbon deposits on the throttle plates and have it cleaned with a cleaner-soaked clean rag. Do not spray cleaning fluid directly in the throttle or fluid may contaminate the throttle plate motor...
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Engine Swap Labor Cost Estimate
Hi there. Unfortunately, due to the complexity of this type of work, and the importance of using a shop to complete this task, it's not a service our mobile mechanics offer. You should contact a local speed shop or engine...
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Engine swap with Ej20x, Ecu question
I will describe a scenario that will work and you can then judge your actual circumstances based on that. The initial issue is not the "country of origin" but rather whether the block and heads are identical, in every respect,...
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Having an issue when filling the gas tank
Hello, you mentioned that your Mustang is a 2006, it is important to confirm this. Ford is aware of this condition and released Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) 07-21-12 (which supersedes TSB 06-3-13 and TSB 05-4-8) to address the issue. As...
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Oil pan leaking
When an oil pan starts to leak the cause would be the oil pan gasket. This is a thin piece of metal/rubber that fits between the bottom of the engine block and the top of the oil pan. When all...
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Code P0400; EGR System
If you checked the EGR valve and cleaned it, the first thing to do is to start and idle the engine and use a vacuum pump or source to pull open the EGR valve to see if it makes the...
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VSA light is on
Hi There, The VSA (Vehicle Stability Assist) light will come on when it is turned off as a reminder to turn it on. When it is turned off, the vehicle will have normal braking and cornering ability, however it will...
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Coolant temperature gauge does not move at all. 1998 Ford Ranger
Hi there - most likely the coolant temperature sensor (for the gauge, not the coolant sensor that drives the fuel injection - there are usually two) is toast. This can be checked with an ohm meter. A reading of 2K...
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Is my heater core bad or condenser?
Hi there, thanks for writing in about your 2008 Ford Escape. The first thing you need to do is to check your coolant level when your truck is cold. Do this by removing the radiator cap. The radiator cap on...
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I am having issues with the MMI system in my 2006 Audi A6
Hello. There are a lot of common issues with the MMI system in these vehicles. Most of the time the issue is with the software in the module. Reprogramming the computer will typically fix these issues, but I have also...
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Hello, I drive a 2004 Buick Rainier V8 and it's currently misfiring on cylinder 2 and 6 so what I did was I replace the coil packs
A bad oxygen sensor can definitely contribute to the cause of a misfire. Engine misfires can be caused by many different problems and are generally caused by either a spark or fuel issue or in some cases, a combination of...
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The passenger door is stuck shut. It won't open from the inside or the outside.
You are probably correct that it is not fully unlatching. The Mini door lock actuators (part electric, part mechanical) have what is essentially a two-stage lock, and can become "double-locked". Sometimes, exercising the "unlock/lock/unlock" cycle multiple times will yield just...
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Throttle Position Sensor
The throttle position sensor is a very common part on most cars, however it is specific to your vehicle's engine application. This is something that ca be purchased at most local auto parts stores (i.e. Autozone, Oreily's, etc.) relatively inexpensively....