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Is it important to get “K” work done by a dealer?
Several of the line-items in my motorcycle's maintenance schedule are marked "K", for "Should be serviced by an authorized Kawasaki Dealer".
Example items are "Brake fluid--change" and "Steering stem ...
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Check engine light on for O2 sensor (Oxygen) but O2 sensor has been replaced
Someone told me it could be a minor leak somewhere but the check engine light does indicate the above on Mazda 626,year 2000. Could the code be misleading?
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Crate motor for 2004 Dodge Neon
I'm looking for a good source to get a crate motor. I've tried some google searches but only found motors with high milage on them. I'm trying to decide on getting a crate or just rebuilidng existing ...
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Giving an old car a refresh
I have an old car (1990 Volvo 240) which I am rather attached it. Lately it seems like it has been creaking and groaning rather more than usual. Is there some sort of spring cleaning(except it's a 20 ...
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2004 Mazda 3 - clank when shifting into reverse
Every morning, or after the car has sat for a while, there is a loud clank from the engine area when I shift it into reverse. Sometimes I hear the same clank when shifting into drive, but not always.
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Is there any way to determine when a water pump will fail?
Is there any way to determine whether a water pump needs to be replaced before it fails completely? I realize that if it dies, then I'm not going to get far. Am I better off waiting until it does than ...
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1answer
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toyota corolla 2001 air duct smell
My 2001 Toyota Corolla recently started smelling very foul whenever the air system was turned on. According to the research I've done online, there is no cabin air filter to change. The glove box ...
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Are fuel system cleaners (like Gumout) worth using regularly?
Are fuel system cleaners (like Gumout) worth using regularly?
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What is E85 gasoline and how can I avoid it?
My new mower says not to use E85 gasoline. What is E85 gasoline, why should I avoid it, and how do I know if I'm buying it?
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1answer
552 views
The dash light on my car went on/off while I was driving, what could be the problem?
1998 Dodge neon, it was like sitting in aeroplane and all light are going on and off, what could be the problem?
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2001 katana won't start
2001 katana here is the story after winter fired up fine just had a lag on the throttle. Pulled out air filter bike sounded like it loaded up and just died I left it for a week. I went to fire it and ...
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How do I remove car radio?
Well I just suffered 100% damage on my Daewoo Lanos (thank God nobody got seriously injured) and I want to remove as much usable components from it as I can before I sell it. One of them is Sony ...
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2000 Neon Suspension - Monroe Parts Life Expenctancy
I have to replace the suspension in my 2000 Chrysler Neon, and I'm trying to obtain the parts myself to save a few bucks.
I was quoted $250 a corner ($1000 parts) for parts only using a combo ...
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2003 Nissan 350 Z won't accelerate
We own a Nissan 350 Z and this morning it would not start. It would turn over but it wouldn't fire. After pulsing the gas a little bit it would start but then letting off the gas would cause it to ...
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1answer
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car sputters when accelerating and idle
I have a 1995 BMW 525i when accelerating car seems to sputter, but as you get up to speed and cruise its fine.
I think it might be the fuel injectors. Where should I start?
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Burning rubber smell from Ford F-250 — diagnosis?
I have a 2006 Ford F-250 Super Duty, gasoline V8 5.4L, automatic transmission, rear-wheel-drive. When driving on the highway, a burning rubber smell developed. I got the truck home, then to the ...
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1answer
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How to fix Accord 1998 EX V6 OBD-II trouble code “P0108” — MAP (Manifold Absolute Pressure) Pressure Circuit High Input?
A few days ago, my Honda Accord 1998 V6 EX's "check engine" light came on. Since then, the engine experiences instability during idle. At stop lights, I can hear the engine having trouble stay running ...
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2answers
903 views
Slow rolling power windows
I have a 2000 Honda CRV where the power windows are slow to roll up, and usually need manual assistance to fully close. When rolling up the windows (front DS, front PS), they start up slow and ...
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What is a good car to start with if I want to learn auto repair?
A couple of other "getting started" questions have been closed (as redundant with these questions), so I hope that my question is different and specific enough.
I'm interested in learning to repair ...
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1answer
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Bent radiator fins — how many is too many?
Hi I thought I fixed some previous overheating problems but I only helped them. My car was running fine when it was 95F or so over the weekend but now it's 110F(yes, hell, I know) outside and my cars ...
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1answer
108 views
Tires stick when turning after a car wash
I have a 2010 F-150 that just went through a car wash. After the car wash, I immediately noticed that the turning feels reduced/impaired. Specifically, when I have the steering wheel turned more ...
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Car enthusiast beginner kit
What is a good place to begin building a kit/set up for performing your own service?
For ex:
oil changes
waxing
detailing
What is the best starting equipment one can start on?
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3answers
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Where can I go to do basic work on my vehicle?
I live in the middle of a city. I have a tiny parking spot in an underground parking garage (have to fold the mirrors in just to get in!). Doing any maintenance is officially verboten, and it ...
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1answer
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TPM on subaru wrx
Does Subaru Wrx not have a TPM(Tire Pressure Monitor) installed? when I recently changed my tires the installer said it did not have any monitor.
That made me think, how the low tire pressure ...
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4answers
548 views
Compatibility of car stereos
Is it likely that a given car stereo will work in a given car? Are there a number of different form factors (sizes)? Are some more common than others? Are there a variety of connector schemes?
I'm ...
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oil leaks when driving, not while parked
My wife has a 2004 Mazda 6, 2.3 liter 4 cylinder. When the car is parked, oil doesn't pool underneath. After driving for about an hour, we need to add about 1-3 quarts. With this issue, where could ...
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Is 30k mile maintenance really required?
Is 30k mile maintenance really required? I have a subaru wrx '09 and the time has come for the check. I called the dealer after going through the manual. They quoted me 500+ for the check which ...
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1answer
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Why do NASCAR (Sprint) cars still use carburetors?
The wikipedia entry for carburetor tells me that the last US domestic carburetted engines were produced in the early to mid-90's. So why does NASCAR still use them?
Are they easier to build, repair, ...
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If the engine starts and keeps running, is my fuel pump okay?
I have an '06 GMC Canyon and I had it not starting in a parking lot last night. The starter was turning, but the engine would never actually turn over and start. There was an old timer that came by ...
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1answer
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Diagnosing overheating on 92 civic
I have a 1992 Civic that's been overheating, first only at speeds above 65 mph and only after an hour or so of driving, but it's getting progressively worse. It's drivable if I coast with the clutch ...
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1answer
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2003 Pontiac Bonneville - How to Remove Relays in Fusebox
My grandparents have a 2003 Bonneville which has, in the past few months, started to become very wishy-washy with its air conditioning fans. They'll work one day, then not the next. They'll hit a bump ...
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1answer
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Low fuel pressure in Ford Escort/Mercury Tracer
My OBD shows that I have low fuel pressure in a 1997 Ford Mercury (tracer). Do I have to replace the fuel pump? If so, do I have to replace the whole thing or is it enough to replace just the motor ...
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Sudden performance boost on 2006 volvo s40
It might sound strange to be worried about it - but, quite suddenly my car seems to have a lot more "oomph" from out of nowhere. It started when I was getting on the on ramp a few months ago. It ...
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Audi A4 (1998) extremely noisy when idle, occasional oil light
I have an Audi A4 1998 with over 200k miles. It gets extremely noisy when idle. It usually doesn't happen until it has been running for a while. Revving above 2000rpm can settle it and it isn't noisy ...
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Does a warped engine block affect compression test?
Check other questions, and did not see an answer.
Backstory: Driving around, discovered pin hole in radiator. Chose to drive home, since I was at my exit, and I lived right there. Blew head gasket.
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How much power (HP) do the components on the engine belt generally use?
In general, how much power (HP) to the components on the the engine belt actually use? I'm trying to come up with an estimate of how much horsepower an engine wastes on things like the AC compressor, ...
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Do newer cars actually monitor the quality of oil? [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
How does the change oil light system work and does it matter what type of oil you use for it to work properly?
Starting last August, I am currently leasing a BMW 328i ...
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Fuel door hinge got bent. Is there an easy fix?
I've got a 2006 Nissan Altima 3.5 SL and someone hit me (gently) on the rear bumper. It somehow managed to bend my fuel door's hinge and now the door doesn't open and close smoothly. I have to pry it ...
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4answers
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Uneven idle when my '93 Honda Accord's engine is cold
When I start the engine cold in my '93 Honda Accord, it will rev up to 2000rpm and slowly go down to 800 rpm as the engine warms up (normal behavior), unless I do one of the following during this ...
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1answer
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wavering speedometer
The speedometer on my '94 Suzuki Sidekick wavers sometimes. This seem to happen only when I'm accelerating in about the 40-60 kph range. I think it may happen consistently under those circumstances; ...
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2006 Toyota Corolla Jerks while coasting
I have a 2006 Toyota Corolla with roughly 65k miles. Problem I'm experiencing is that every now and then she will give a couple of jerks while coasting along. Most of the time the car is traveling ...
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What does this device on a 1985 Mercury Lynx/Ford Export Diesel do?
I have a 1985 Mercury Lynx (Ford Escort) Diesel 4 cylinder. The device shown in the pictures -- below the starter -- has a hose connecting it to the radiator. There is another hose that is ...
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What is the best way to detail your car inside?
I bought a used car and its seat, doors, dashboard all needs some good cleaning job. I am thinking to shampoo the seats and side doors and then vacuuming it. But I don't know what shampoo to use and ...
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What to know before buying and OBD-II reader
I read the features to look for in an OBD-II reader, but I am curious if getting one is the right move. I'm just planning to get a cheap one, which is proving to be interesting shopping local. What I ...
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Random grinding sound when applying brakes
I've been noticing a troubling trend with my car as of late. Randomly, it will decide to make this blood curdling screech when I apply the brakes, and occasionally the noise will continue as I ...
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2answers
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Which provides better engine flushing, traditional flushing oil or adding a flush additive to old oil?
Background
I think that my vehicle would probably benefit from having it's lubrication system being flushed out at it's next oil change. Checking prices of flushing oil at local suppliers I noticed ...
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What are Daytime Running Lights for?
I'm looking to buy a car for the first time, and I see the option to have a Daytime Running Lights. What are they for, and do I need them? I live in Los Angeles, where the the two seasons that do ...
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What is the best practice to maintain a bike?
I have an Avenger 180cc bike, I want to maintain the bike without much help from the service
center, external help etc.
What would be the best practice methods?
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Key won't come out of a Ford Fusion, 2007
The keys are stuck in the ignition in this vehicle, even when the car is in park. What can be done to fix this, so the keys can come out again? Thanks!
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Where can I find out what each of the warning lights on the dashboard of my VW Golf mean? [closed]
Where online can I find out what each of the warning lights on the dashboard of my golf mean?
