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How long does it take to replace the water pump on a 95 corolla
The range is approximately two to three hours depending on whether your vehicle has power steering and/or air conditioning. It is economical to replace the pump on a mobile basis and you can obtain a repair quote for mobile replacement...
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Car turns over but won't start
Hello. A car with the ignition switch left on typically only drains the battery. This results in a slower crank, which is not fast enough to start the combustion cycle. If you have not already attempted to jump start the...
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Squeking in my front end while driving and turning the wheels
The noise is coming from the sway bar links, tie rod ends or lower ball joints. You will need to try and duplicate the noise without driving the vehicle and when noise is heard just put you hand on the...
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I have a 2002 olds alero. The problem is that it keeps shutting off while driving. Could a remote alarm fix this?
Hi Kevin. Thanks for contacting us today. In most cases, when the stock or OEM security system is altered (which anytime the wires are cut it is altered) it tends to create multiple electrical problems. So, it's likely that this...
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Stop fuse keeps blowing
Hello there, when a fuse blows in your 2004 Chevrolet Aveo, it indicates there is an issue with the wiring. Fuses typically blow when there is a short to power or to much power drawn. If you have replaced the...
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I started my car this morning and went to put it in drive. As soon as I took my foot off the brake to give gas it shut off completely.
This may be related to a couple of possible things. There is a component called an idle air control valve that monitors the air intake as it is mixed with fuel prior to being injected into the engine at low...
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Grinding noise from the front end
Hello. It is possible that the axles are making the grinding noise that you are hearing. The axles have ball joints in them. If the grease wears out and the ball bearings are not lubricated they will rub metal to...
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What name is given to the bearing after the wheel bearing on a 2006 Pontiac Torrent
In your application, the passenger side CV axle does not use a carrier (center support) bearing. The noise you are describing could be due to failure of the same wheel bearing (not a rare occurrence, please read below), or the...
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Puttering noise from 25-35 mph
There are a few common problems with your vehicle. The first is a problem with the EGR system. There is a pipe that cracks at a flex joint and causes a small exhaust leak, but that is normally heard all...
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Car clicks and doesn't start.
Even though it just clicks the battery can still be the problem. Low battery voltage wont have enough juice to turn the starter all the way. The partial engagement will sound like a click. A few other things like bad,...
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The RPM's on my car are increasing more quickly than I am accelerating
Hi there. If the O/D light was blinking, then that typically means that the computer is seeing a transmission problem. It can be as simple as a speed sensor or as complicated as a serious internal transmission failure. This can...
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What maintenance should I do to my 2005 Saturn Ion?
First off, yes your vehicle does have a timing chain. It is good that all that maintenance has been performed recently and should carry you for many miles. However, if you cannot verify the age of the coolant and fuel...
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Engine power reduced
Multiple issues may cause your issue. The first step is to connect a diagnostic tool to your vehicle. It could be something simple or more advanced. A qualified mechanic, such as one from YourMechanic, can assist you with any repairs...
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After multiple replacement parts, car won't start - 1994 Acura Vigor
There may be an engine position sensor that has failed like a crankshaft position sensor or a cam position sensor inside the distributor. If the computer cannot tell where the engine is in its rotation or how fast its spinning,...
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How do I park a car properly for safety?
While all it really takes to park your car is to stop and put your transmission in park, you need to ensure that you’re parking safely. Incorrect parking can lead to a number of problems, including additional wear on the...
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No fuel to cylinders
Hi There, It sounds like you may have a fuel pressure or injector problem resulting from dirty or clogged fuel injectors. In the case of low fuel pressure, the system may not be primed well enough to get the proper...
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Loud chirping from valvetrain
Hello, thank you for writing in. There are several causes for low compression. It was a great idea to test all cylinders. With only having low compression in one cylinder, the issue is likely an exhaust valve. The vehicle should...
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I have a stutter at idle
I would recommend checking the mass air flow sensor. As you know this also contributes to the regulation of air flow into the throttle body. If this does not have the proper voltage going to it, this may also cause...
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Push the gas pedal and the car moves slowly until it finally catches up. The engine sounds funny. How much to get it looked at?
What your car is experiencing is referred to as "loss of power". Among common possibilities for loss of power are throttle body faults (electronic throttle controls, mass airflow sensor, torn air intake hose), worn out spark plugs, faulty fuel pump...
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Whenever i touch my car -Just a little touch the whole car shake as if it will turn upside down.
Hello. It sounds like you have weak springs or struts. It is heard of for those to weaken and produce the concerns you speaketh of. Springs, shocks, or struts are suggested to be replaced every 50,000 miles. I suggest having...
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Blower motor whine
Hello, thank you for writing in. If it is an aftermarket blower motor, as opposed to an OEM original dealer part, that might account for the noise. That would be my first suspicion, especially if you are sure you have...
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My car jerk's some times one week is good and the other week is bad.
Either the EGR - Exhaust Gas Recirculation - has been plugged up or the MAF - Mass Air Flow - sensor is dirty or damaged. Try removing the vacuum line to the EGR and test driving the vehicle with the...
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Serpentine belt broke, engine temperature higher than usual
Hi there, thanks for writing in about your 2008 Mercury Milan. You'll need to replace the broken serpentine belt after checking all the pulleys and tensioner to see if they were the cause of the broken belt. Then install the...
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On a 2010 ram 1500 4.7L can I use the same iridium spark plug on the upper as well as the lower bank.
Your vehicle call for REC14MCC4 spark plugs for all plugs. You can use these plugs and recommend getting and using the exact plugs recommended for the engine or risk having running issues and causing coil failures.