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How to fix leaky tires after 2 shops couldn't
I have an SUV with factory 16" steel wheels and P235/70R16 tires. The tires have just under 30,000 miles of gentle driving on them. Two of the tires have been leaking quite a bit (about 10 psi per ...
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Huge puddle of water under car
I parked my Dodge Viper after driving for about two hours. Half an hour later I noticed a huge puddle under the engine, on the passenger side.
I am pretty sure it was water since it was thin, ...
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Burning smell, leak, losing power. Maybe transmission related
First off, I know almost nothing about cars. I can fill them up with gas and drive them. That's about it. This car is a '99 Subaru Outback, automatic.
When I last took my car in for an oil change, ...
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How to repair a leaking power steering system in a 2002 Hyundai Elantra
How can I fix a leaking power steering system on a 2002 Hyundai Elantra myself? Here you can see that the bottom hose is very damp with power steering fluid. The top hose has some wetness near the ...
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Fuel leaking out of drain tube
I just purchased a 1985 Suzuki gs300l. When I put gas in the tank it immediately started pouring out the drain tube that is connected to the air box. What is wrong and how can I fix it?
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What do I risk if I don't fix my leaking evaporator core on my 2004 Jeep GC?
The shop just tested my non-working AC, and recharged the freon - so, for now, it's working. Cost $118 all in.
However, they tell me I have a leak in my evaporator core, and that it will take 16 ...
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Is there a reliable way to repair a pin hole leak in a radiator
I have heard a few different ways to fix a pin hole leak in a radiator. I have heard put a small amount of black pepper in the radiator, or use jb weld to patch the hole, and not to use the stop leak ...
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Should I try radweld on this pipe or just replace it? Mk3 VW Golf
I have a leaking pipe in the cooling system of my Mk Golf. It leaks about a litre in 5 miles. I'm not sure if it's worth trying Radweld with this rate of flow or if I should just try to find a ...
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Finding Cause of Slow Tire Leak 2001 Camry
I have a 4cyl 2001 Toyota Camry
It has the following rims.
I believe they're an aluminum alloy. I have a matching set of 4 DUNLOP tires rated for 44 PSI. I'll edit this post with specifics ...
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Durability of chrome rims vs aluminum alloy
We have a Japanese car that recently developed a slow leak in the right rear tire. One tire shop told us that we needed new tires on the back, but the justification sounded weak so I drove it for a ...
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Slow, clear fluid leak
I noticed yesterday that the vehicle I'm driving (2011 or 2012 Hyundai Accent "Blue"), is slowly leaking a cold, clear, mostly odourless, bad tasting fluid.
Based on the colour and temperature I ...
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How do I find a vacuum leak? I'd highly prefer not to use a carb cleaner spray
The car is a 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue with 3.8L V6 engine (3800 Series). I've been doing my research and due diligence, but please understand I'm very inexperienced with automobiles.
I went to ...
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How to fix rear differential leak on 1974 Ford F250
I have a 1974 Ford F250 RWD that I use very rarely. I take it around the block once a month to make sure it still works.
A while ago I noticed that the rear differential was leaking from (what ...
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leak in rear-left of 1998 Honda CRV
I have a Honda CRV which is parked on a very very slight hill, nose up. There is a small puddle just inside of the rear-left wheel that smells like gasoline. When I crawl up under I can see some ...
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'92 Toyota Corolla with a oil leak
My 1992 Corolla is leaking oil when driving then pools while parked. Already checked the oil pan and no leak. Where else could it be coming from?
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1998 Ford Contour P0171 P0174
I have a 1998 Ford Contour that has a check engine light. I checked the codes, and found:
P0171 System Too Lean (Bank 1)
P0174 System Too Lean (Bank 2)
P0401 Insufficient EGR Flow
P1131 Lack of ...
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Leaking wiper fluid tank, 2000 BMW 328i
I have a 2000 328i, and it cannot retain wiper fluid. Is that tank easy to replace? Do I need to be very careful with the intake hose inside the tank (is it especially fragile?)?
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Nissan Micra oil leak
My Nissan Micra is a 51 usually a good runner however today after work on my way down the main road which is 60 my car would not gain speed. It would only reach 40 at a push. When I’ve arrived to my ...
