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The car shut off at the traffic light, difficulty accelerating
Hello there, ESP will generally not cause the vehicle to die. It sounds like you have a few issues with the lack of power, starting, and the car dying. A few items can cause all three of these. Most common...
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I need the fuse description for my 2010 Ford Expedition.
The information you are looking for should be in your owners manual. The manual will tell you where each fuse box is, describe the circuit each fuse controls and show the amperage rating of each fuse so when they are...
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My car shuts off when at a slow speed or at a stop and the crank is slow to turn the engine on, car idles, slow acceleration
It sounds like you may have more than one problem or it is caused by battery and charging system not working as it should. I recommend having the battery and charging system checked and then have computer checked for stored...
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2003 Honda CRV: Do I really need a new serpentine belt and aftermarket AC compressor?
Hi and thank you for contacting YourMechanic. There is no reason that the only way to replace the serpentine belt is to replace the compressor also - don't buy that! Now, if by chance the mechanic who is no longer...
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Good Day , I have a 01 chevy silverado 5.3 V8 with about 200,000 miles on it. over the past few years I have put out about $10,000
Unfortunately this decision can be very difficult to make. With the amount of money that you already have invested into the truck it would be hard to let the truck go. However continuing to invest more money into a truck...
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Power steering pump leaking
If your power steering pump is leaking, that would be the cause of the noise you are hearing. Since a leak exists in the system, the fluid level is likely low. Hydraulic systems depend on an exact amount of fluid...
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Windshield wipers get stuck
Hi there. It sounds like there is a restriction in the linkage that your wiper motor is connected to. It is possible that one of the rods has been bent and now does not move as it was designed to...
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AC fan not working
The most common causes of the AC fan not working are problems with the temperature sensor or the fan itself. If you need assistance with this, I would recommend having a certified mechanic, such as one from YourMechanic, come to...
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How much is a flywheel and torque converter? Are those parts worth replacing on my vehicle?
When the starter was diagnosed as bad the flywheel teeth the starter mate to when trying to turn over the engine may have broken or worn teeth and cannot engage each other anymore. Why the torque converter would need replaced...
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Why doesn't my car start?
Hi there. It is likely that the ignition switch or ignition relay is damaged. These two components typically cause the type of symptoms you are describing. It might be a good idea to have a professional mechanic come to your...
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Rear differential problems
If you are getting a noise from the rear end when you put pressure on it by giving it gas then the cause is going to be the ring and pinion bearings most likely. Have the pinion bearing checked where...
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ABS problems
Hey there. Your car is equipped with wheel speed sensors at each of the four wheels which monitor wheel speed while relaying this information constantly to the ABS and traction control system which are controlled by the car's ECU. When...
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Battery blew cap off while driving. In a few miles was running rough. Replaced it. Now it will turn over but not start
You need to have the vehicle checked to see why the battery blew the top off. It could be from an overcharge condition that may have blown fuses or burned out a computer or module. The battery acid that may...
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2001 Chevy Silverado changed transmission fluid and filter now it will shift but won't move even in neutral
Hey Jack. Thanks for contacting us today. It's quite possible that the root issue is something very simple, like a shift solenoid not correctly attached or installed. It's also possible if the fluid was flushed, that a few inner seals...
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Car overheating and shutting off
Hi. An engine that is not able to keep itself cool is at serious risk of significant damage. There is a good chance that the head gasket has been damaged as a result of overheating and should be replaced along...
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How Can I Prevent My Car Battery From Dying?
The battery has a limited lifespan of between two and five years. A battery life can be shortened by lack of maintenance, leaving lights on and causing a discharge, charging system problems, or defective cables. A battery is made up...
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Lights flickering when the throttle is pressed and the turn signal is on.
The issue seems to be with the multi-function switch for the turn signals. The switch is shorting out inside it on the high beam selector which is effecting all of the lights. I recommend replacing the multi-function switch. If you...
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Car electrical issues
The dash light may need to be replaced again. The light would need to be checked for a bad socket. The sunroof will need tested to see if the track is binding. The issue with your radio only working if...
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Gas to diesel conversion
A diesel engine has so much more torque than the gas counterpart and I would have to guess the transmission will work but the parts inside are not strong enough to handle the torque of the diesel engine and may...
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Will I have to take out the whole transmission or apart just to get to to that piece (transmission speed sensor
The output speed sensor is replaced from outside the transmission and is located on rear of transmission. No need to remove transmission.
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Can I get my exhaust manifold replaced without replacing the catalytic converter?
Hi There, Yes, an exhaust manifold is a separate component of the exhaust system that is mounted to the engine cylinder head. As the exhaust travels from the engine, it passes through the exhaust manifold and then through the catalytic...
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How much cost could be to replace a timing cover gasket on 2011 hyundai sonata 4cly? And the working time expectation?
Hi there. If the gasket in between the timing cover and the engine is leaking, it is recommended to replace the timing cover and gasket at the same time. In many cases, when the gasket becomes damaged, the cover itself...