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Where is the TPMS module located. I know there is a device in each tire but where is the main module? Thank you
Hi, thanks for writing in. I'm not 100% certain for the 2013 Dodge Dart Turbo, but most of the late model Dodge sedans have the TPMS module located under the dashboard on the driver side, near the main fuse box....
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Why does my thermostat not read anything on dash board 1994 Dodge Ram
Hello. If the gauge does not move at all even when the vehicle is turned off and on then the gauge is bad. If the gauge cycles but then does not move when the vehicle is turned off and on...
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I had a wheel bearing replaced, now it seems to be worse 5 days later
I can see two possibilities. Either the bearing was damaged during the replacement, or the diagnosis was wrong and the wheel bearing was not the original problem. If the wheel bearing was damaged during replacement, then he is obligated to...
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Stuck in first gear - 2001 Chrysler Neon
These codes reference a malfunction in the transmission assembly. The problem may be another sensor or an internal fault within the transmission. The best thing to do in this case would be to diagnose the gear issue and pinpoint the...
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The engine has no power and shakes a lot
Hello. If the engine is shaking that bad and has no power, then it may have a bad misfire. This can be caused by a bad spark plug, but it can also be caused by a bad sensor such as...
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hard brake pedal with engine off no pedal when started replaced all brakes rear clyinders and master cylinder no air in lines
From the description provided, my first step would be double checking the connections at the master cylinder as well as double check the flexible brake lines at each wheel. A small leak can duplicate the brake pedal falling to the...
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Truck won't run like it used to
Hi, thanks for writing in. Believe it or not, this happens quite a bit when people swap OEM air filters to K&N or other products. It has nothing to do with the aftermarket part however. The P-0104 OBD-II error code...
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Car starts, turns off, and won't restart again for five minutes.
An engine needs three things to run: fuel, spark and compression. So, your engine is not getting the right combination of these three essentials. One thing that comes to mind on a vintage vehicle such as yours is vacuum leaks....
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Burnt wires leading to tail lights.
Hi - wow, what a challenge! Regarding the reverse lights being on all the time, I would check the reverse light switch on the transmission. I suspect it is stuck in the "ON" position. Regarding the fuel pump being inoperative,...
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If I use the radiator flush cleaner,,will that unclog the radiator
Hello, flushing the coolant system involve removing the thermostat of the engine to do a complete job. The contaminants in the system can block the thermostat’s passage way. When you have this type of break down with coolant it...
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Intermittent enginge vibration
You are right on track. Chances are, now that the engine is lacking proper air, fuel, or spark. Issues like this can also be sensor related. The best way to start the testing is to get the vehicle scanned for...
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Car Vibrating and bottoming out
The basic condition of the engine can be verified through a cylinder compression test. If the compression in each cylinder is within factory spec., there is not too much variance across cylinders, and you are not using more than a...
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2013 Acura TL USB incompatible with Samsung Galaxy S6 ( Android phone)?
Hello. It appears that your vehicle is only compatible via the USB with Apple products. You may, however, be able to use your phone to play audio by syncing it via Bluetooth. I would refer to the owner's manual for...
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No start until the gearshift is moved around in park - 1992 Toyota Cressida
If the shifter has to moved around in order to get the engine to start, then this indicates either a faulty or misadjusted gear selection switch on the transmission. In order to prevent the vehicle from starting up in drive,...
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Car won't start due to anti-theft system
GM's anti-theft system reads the transmitter in the car key to verify that its the correct key starting the vehicle and will kill the car after it has been running for about 3-5 seconds, but it will still start up....
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Car doesn't have the acceleration "punch" it once had
The Insight has something called the Lean Burn mode, which is part of the cleaner emissions scheme. It has always been there, but over time, it seems to get more amplified as owners do not get the expected kick that...
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Wired radio while driving car shut down
The cause of this malfunction is undoubtedly electrical in nature and perhaps includes blown fuses. Regardless of the underlying cause, if you request a no start diagnostic the responding certified mechanic will get the problem diagnosed and repaired for you...
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Engine light/stability
The traction control system monitors the steering and stability of the vehicle and engages when loss of traction has been detected. This is done by the use of electronic sensors at each of the four wheels that communicate with the...
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Car will start and run smoothly but will die when you try to accelerate.
Hi there. There may be a misfire on a cylinder that is causing the engine to hesitate on acceleration. Check all of the spark plugs and wires and see if they have burn marks. If there is burn marks on...
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After driving for a while I hear a loud squealing noise stops when I get off gas. sounds like overheating but temp gauge in car
It sounds like you may have a dried out idler or tensioner pulley. These pulleys have bearings inside them that are lubricated. If the lubrication dries up after a period of time, this can cause the noises that you are...
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Hello, I have a 2005 mustang and was driving and the steering wheel and brakes all of a sudden locked up then the car died. It rol
The engine stalling would need to have the computer scanned to see if there is stored codes to indicate a problem? The leaking brakes should be repaired by whoever did the brakes and may be unsafe to drive and should...
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oil light, security light, and battery light stay on after key is off and removed from ignition, whipers also quit working.
Hello. You likely have issue with your ignition switch or fuse box. More than likely it is a problem with your ignition switch. When an ignition switch goes bad internally it may cause other components to be stay on and...
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My mom has a 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. It started but when put into reverse or forward it dies. What is going on?
You should check the transmission to see if fluid is low first since the problem is in the transmission. If fluid is full then you will need to have the transmission checked for stuck overdrive solenoid or leaking internally on...
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My car is making a clicking noise when I turn. 2002 GMC Envoy
Hello. If the vehicle is four wheel drive then it very well can be an axle that is failing. If the vehicle is two wheel drive then it does not have axles in the front. If that is the case...