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Why would a fuel injected car run awhile then cut off especially if you try to give it gas after changing the motor?
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Why would an engine seem to start hard when you first turn it over and then run fine?
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How do you remove the rearview mirror tab from the mirror if there is no screw?
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If a spool valve is bad on a steering rack can that be repaired or does the whole steering rack have to be changed?
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If a broken dip stick is left behind in the assembly tube how do you remove the dipstick tube assembly?
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Why are the firing orders different for the different manufacturers since all V8s do not fire the same?
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What might cause white smoke from the exhaust after having a head gasket repair done?
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How do you remove the dash panel to install an after market CD player?
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Why would the head lights of your car remain on after the ignition is switched off?
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If your engine is marked 'use 5W30 oil only' could using 10W40 cause any engine problems?
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Is there any other speed sensor besides the one on the trans like maybe behind the instrument pack?
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What is a cam shaft position sensor?
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How do you open a car's trunk without the key?
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Where do you go in NJ to get a dead battery fixed or replaced?
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How can you repair a car door that does not close or lock if it is aligned properly?
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Can you recommend a very easy to understand book to help repair or at least understand how a '95 Saturn SL works?
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Why is water leaking from under dashboard on the passenger side?
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What could be wrong if the check engine light is on and the car sputters when accelerating while going uphill?
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How do you fix a poor acceleration and idling problem?
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How does one determine the correct mixture of air and petrol in your carburetor?
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How do you change the clock and thermometer in a 1999 VW Beetle from 24 hour to 12 hour and from celsius to degrees?
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Why did the disc brake on the front driver's side wear out a lot faster than the disc brake on the front passenger's side?
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The dash lights are out and the fuses are all good so what could be wrong on a 1997 Ford Expedition?
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What is the blower motor assembly in the HVAC system of a car?
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Can a leaking radiator hose cause your car to have trouble accelerating?
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Can you unlock a Ford Contour's door with a slim jim?
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What would cause back fire and exhaust smoke?
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How hard is it to change the timing belt on a 1992 Pontiac Asune Sunrunner or Tracker?
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What could you use to clean the synchros on an 86 Ford Ranger 5 speed manual transmission?
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How do you test a pick-up coil?
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Where is the radiator fan relay located?
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What is an air bag module?
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When your 20A ignition or gauge fuse keeps blowing and you've taken apart the instrument cluster to no avail what should you do?
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How can you remove the drain plug from the oil pan if the head of the plug is damaged or stripped?
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Why would the brake pedal wobble?
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What is a po410 trouble code and what to do to fix?
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How do you flush an engine?
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What could be causing a wobble in the steering wheel when braking?
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How do you wire up a brake light switch on a 1965 Chevy II?
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What problems may occur if you overfill your 1996 Mercury GM gas tank?
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What would cause a car to stall when putting it into gear from park?
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Why would your AC work but throw out cold air only in the top vents not through the front vents?
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Why is the answer to so many car repair questions 'Buy a shop manual'?
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Do radiator sealants work and are they safe?
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Can the VIN number tell you what size engine is in a car?
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Why would the odometer of a 94 Saturn still not work after replacing the odometer gear that had teeth missing?
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What should you do if your car gets stuck in drive?
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Can you use a rolling start if a car with an automatic transmission will not start?
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How do you get the hood open to fix the hood release cable on a 1993 Dodge 350?
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How do you fix an 89 318 Dodge pickup that is blowing black smoke from the tailpipe?
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Will lifters cause an engine to blow?
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Why did the battery go dead and after why would the car smoke?
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How do you replace the light bulb in the puddle light in a 2002 Ford Explorer?
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Why would the dash lights not work with the headlights on?
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Will a 12 volt ceramic-type heater melt the cigarette lighter wiring in a 1987 Subaru Wagon?
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If the security system has a problem on your Pontiac Grand Am does it shut the gas pump off?
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Where can you find a diagram or schematic on how to replace the drivers side regulator for an electric window?
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What is the correct timing for a 1985 Nissan truck with a Z24 engine?
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Can a vehicle operate normally with only one screw holding the distributor cap down?
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How do you install the tach wire for a tachometer for a '99 Elantra?
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How can you tell if you have a bad idle speed control valve?
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What does it mean when black smoke comes out the exhaust and the car starts going about 30 MPH?
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What do you need to do if you accidentally put diesel fuel in your gasoline car and it will not crank now?
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How do you remove the governor from a '02 Ford Ranger?
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What can be the minimum tire pressure before tire would spin on rim when the car is being used on a drag strip?
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Where is the speed sensor for the transmission located?
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Can the O2 sensor make your engine light go on and off at random times?
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How much does it typically cost for a new transmission on a 96 Ford Taurus?
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Will a 350 stock intake manifold fit a 305 motor?
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Does a 2003 SUV need an engine flush every 9K miles?
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