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What is this random light in my engine bay near my front passenger wheel well?
I was replacing my headlights on my 2008 Honda Civic EX coupe and found this light bulb (I think?) plugged into a wire in my engine bay between the wheel well liner and my right headlight. It seems to ...
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Where is the 2nd. battery in my 2016 Chevy Malibu [closed]
Where is the 2nd battery if I have one. My friends Chevy truck has it under back seat.
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Shaking, misfiring with all new parts and sensors in a Chevy Cruze 2012 turbo 4 cylinder
I just had my 2012 chevy Cruze 4 cylinder turbo spark plugs, coil pack, MAP sensor, and pressure sensor replaced all same time and my car drove nicely around the corner but as soon as I pulled up to ...
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Help with my chevy c10 1985 about speedometer and transmission
So I'm changing my engine and transmission on my 1985 chevy c10 and I'm wondering if I need to switch my speedometer, and if I don't will it damage it if I go faster then 85 mph sense it is as far as ...
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What all do I need to buy when installing new transmission and torque converter
I'm installing a rebuilt automatic transmission in my 1992 Chevy Silverado 1500 extended cab two wheel drive. What all should I buy at the parts store besides transmission fluid , pan gasket and new ...
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Nissan Qashqai 1.5dci Electrical issues
I'm experiencing fluctuating lights in the car, blocking steering wheel while using servo in low gears, really slow window rolls and the front light are losing intensity while steering the wheel.
The ...
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Chevy Silverado muffler and/or exhaust is rattling
2018 Silverado here. Over the winter I noticed a prominent rattling coming from somewhere underneath the vehicle that was made worse whenever I am stopped but in drive. For example, its the absolute ...
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Flat Rate Time: 1989 Chevy S10 4x4 4.3. R&R the engine w/long block
Former ASE master retired since 2003. Haven't wrenched on a major project like this in years. Would like to help out a good friend who has 1989 Chevy S10 4x4 4.3-liter v6. The vehicles body frame and ...
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Coolant leak at reservoir ... replace anything else?
I have a 2011 Chevy HHR. My coolant reservoir has a leak in it. I went to get my oil changed and I asked the attendant to cap off my coolant reservoir because I saw fluctuations on it. He did and it ...
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Blocking residual low voltage in a 12V automotive lighting circuit
I'm having a problem on my car that I'd like to fix myself. I'm not a skilled electrician, nor an engineer, only someone with some mechanical skills. I apologize in advance, for any mistakes or misuse ...
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Replacing oil cooler lines on 2017 Chevy Silverado 5.3L
The oil cooler lines are leaking on my son's 2017 Chevy Silverado 5.3L, so I need to replace them. The space the lines run through on the driver side of the engine is very tight. Has anyone done this ...
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What does it mean when I turn the car key, nothing happens for a bit, and then the car revs to life?
Usually, when starting my car, as soon as I turn the key all the way around, the car instantly starts revving and then springs to life.
For some reason, today, when starting my car. I turned the key ...
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Park/marker lamps won't turn off
A few days ago, my Starcraft Allstar minibus, built on a 2012 Ford E-350 cutaway, started having a problem that the park/marker lamps never turn off. I was originally informed of the issue by another ...
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I need to take my motor mount off. I don't have a jack. So can can I take off that mount to get to my alternator pulley without dropping the motor?
I have a 2006 Chevy Malibu 2.2 Ecotech. I can't loosen that pulley unless I take off that motor mount that's in the way.I don't have a jack so. Can I successfully remove the motor mount then put on ...
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My fuel gauge is not reading my fuel level accurately
1998 suburban c1500
replaced fuel gauge with a known working gauge, installed a new fuel pump assembly.
when you turn the key on the gauge jumps like normal and truck runs great
what can i check next?
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Why is the exterior paint of my truck not coming out matte rather than shiny after buffing it with a buffer
Why is my truck not coming out shiny after buffing it with a buffer Instead it looks door or like a matte finish
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Can I just tie additional LED's into my near-new-model cars interior lighting circuitry without issue?
The cargo area of my 2017 ford edge is very dim, there's a small led off to the side but it's pretty dim and very easily blocked. I'm thinking about adding some lights to help the situation, but this ...
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Car stops when I try and take off
Why is my 2011 Chevy Impala trying to stop on me when I take of?
The pedal makes a sort of grinding sound when I try to take off and car jerks and stops completely. It's almost like it's trying to ...
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1990 Suburban exhaust system replacement
I recently purchased a 1990 Suburban - and it has a Chevy 350. The exhaust merges and exits on the left side.
I am unable to locate a replacement which is a direct fit. Also, almost all y-pipes online ...
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Oil pressure to high?
So last night I did a oil change on my 2005 Chevy Silverado 1500 and I put 15w40 in because it’s over 230000 miles and that’s what my mechanic told me to And the oil pressure is around 60, should I be ...
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Does TPMS warning cause ABS and ESC codes in Chevrolet HHR?
My neighbor is elderly and I am assisting with her 2009 Chevrolet HHR, 2.2L non-panel. The cluster is showing warnings and messages for the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), Antilock Brakes ...
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Can a timing chain issue cause cylinder misfires on one bank, specifically the odd cylinders?
Make: Chevrolet
Model: Camaro
Year: 2010
3.6L v6 LT1
I am experiencing misfires on cylinders three and five. I have replaced spark plugs, swapped cylinder 2,4,6 ignition coils with cylinders 1,3,5 ...
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Aftermarket stereo flickers dim/bright when headlights are on
(Note: this question is describing a similar phenomenon, but it only started happening after 6 months. My question is describing when it started happening immediately upon initial installation.)
I ...
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Right turn lights don't blink
I'm stumped - All left turn lights blink on-off (you do have to jiggle the column lever though); no jiggling required for right turn, but, all right turn lights stay on and don't blink. All bulbs are ...
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Difference between orange and orange/silver indicator light
A front indicator light on my Honda Civic 2012 (Dutch market if relevant) is dead, so I'm trying to change it.
The owner manual says:
front indicator: orange/silver bulb,
rear indicator: orange bulb.
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Feels like ABS but I dont think it is
I have a 2004 Chevy Avalanche. Was having and issue with brake pedal pulsing, but it started when I applied my brakes quickly after starting to pull out from a store. Replaced my pads, and the ...
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Does car service include diagnosing the problem?
I checked that car service checks many different parts like engine oil, filters, lights, brake, etc. I would assume they will tell you if something is not working. But will I be told also why ...
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Its cool outside and fan runs loud and constant and temp guage reads 160
I have 2015 Chevy Silverado and it's pretty cool outside around 50 s or so. My fan is running loud and constant. Temp gauge reads 160 lowest it will go fan a lot louder than normal.
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LED Turn Signals on older "wink"-style vehicle
For some background information - I own a fourth-generation Corvette that has an amber 1157 front turn signal bulb with an amber 194 side marker/turn signal bulb (circled in red below).
These lamps ...
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Can low or leaking transmission fluid cause a torque converter to go bad?
Backstory: took my vehicle (2017 Tahoe) in for basic scheduled maintenance - no issues. Had the transmission flushed at 97k because we were advised to do it before mileage hit 100k. Within a week ...
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Over advanced timing when Camshaft Position Sensor is plugged
I had a faulty camshaft position sensor on a Chevrolet Spark (aka matiz) with a 3 cylinder engine (F8CV engine) that was causing it to stall intermittently and being hard to start. When I replaced the ...
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How to repair windshield wipers that get stuck in an upright/vertical position when turned off?
I recently started having this issue on a 2002 Chevrolet Impala, where the wipers get stuck in an upright position after wiping and won't go into the parked position when turned off.
It appears to be ...
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Temp gauge not responding correctly
I have a 2009 Chevy Malibu lt 2.4L and the temp gauge will drop while driving or it wont even read that the engine is at operating temp but the ac blows cold air and I got a scan tool and no codes ...
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Car runs "fine" only without camshaft position sensor
I bought a used Chevrolet Spark (aka matiz) with a 3 cylinder engine (F8CV engine) a month ago and I noticed some issues:
difficulty starting the engine
intermittent stalling when in neutral
very ...
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Strange rattling/ticking noise at 90-120+kmh
I have a 2008 Chevrolet Caprice similar to the Holden caprice and also the G8 and also the PPV ect.
There’s a ticking/rattle noise from the car when the car reaches a speed of 100+kmh. If I’m sitting ...
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Will the 73017 timing chain from SBC fit a 1995 chevy 4.3 vortec
Will the 73017 timing chain from small block Chevy fit a 1995 Chevy 4.3 vortec
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2002 chevy 1500 4.3l v6 cfsi fuel to fuel rail but not to cylinders
I own a 2002 chevy 1500 4.3l v6 cfsi, fuel to schrader valve on rail, none in cylinders.Could it be clogged injectors?
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Rear lights not working on Chevrolet Matiz
I noticed that the rear lights of my Matiz do not work (Or rather the guy behind me in a thunderstorm noticed...). The brake lights are fine, though. This is what I did:
checked the bulbs, they both ...
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Car oil pressure gauge flips between 0 and 100%
My 2005 Chevy Tahoe has an Oil Pressure gauge. The needle usually sits to the far right on a value of 80. Recently it's started randomly dropping to 0 and as expected, the car's oil pressure alarm ...
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Interior and Exterior lights randomly come on
I have a 2012 Chevy Cruze and sometimes the interior dome lights and the exterior headlights come on by themselves. I think it only happens at night but that could just be cause it's easier to see. ...
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1998 Chevy K1500 - What is this hose for?
I just finished replacing my intake manifold gaskets. While reinstalling the fuel line bracket, I found this hose toward the rear of the engine. I checked my disassembly notes and photos and I don't ...
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Chevy 262 V6 Plenum - what is this port for?
I'm in the process of replacing the Plenum on my 1998 K1500. I have all the connectors labeled that I disconnected, but I cant seem to find one for this port.
What connects to this opening with the ...
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Engine oil in Coolant Tank and Coolant overflows
I have not drove my chevrolet spark (Beat in India) 2012 around a month, I started my car and it was fine. After approximately 30 kms, there was some mild sound from bonnet. So, I opened the coolant ...
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Difference between P21W/5W and P21/5W bulb for tail lights?
I am looking to replace the rear lights on my 2021 Hyundai Elantra SEL with LED lights, since the base incandescants are not bright enough for my needs.
Looking through the owner's manual, (Section 2 ...
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(2010 Chevy Malibu 2.4) No crank/No start; only 7.6 volts to pcm
Hello everyone I’ve recently purchased this car for a great price, the last owner I believe tried to repair it himself and gave up.
I’ve found a post on here very very similar to mine found here
I’ve ...
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2001 Malibu air conditioner won't stay on
When I turn on the AC, I can see the compressor clutch engage, blower motor is running, no cool air. I also noticed about every 5 seconds a light 'clunk' from the area of the compressor. After about ...
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Will a 63 silverado cab work on a c10 frame?
Working on a 63 build I have a custom frame that has 63 c10 mounts but I've found what the vin identifies as a 63 chevy silverado and I'm wondering if the cab will use the same body mounts as the c10? ...
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I have a 2008 Chevy Trailblazer, when I go over bumps my temp gauge drops to 40'C and my A/C goes warm
I have a 2008 Chevy Trailblazer 4x4, when I go over bumps my temp gauge drops to 40'C and my A/C goes warm air blowing. It's intermittent. Going over another bump will return it to normal. I took it ...
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Car won’t go over 35mph starts to rev. Chevy Tahoe 2007 5.3
We were on vacation and was stuck in traffic. Once traffic cleared we picked up speed and stopped at a light. After that that’s when it happened. The Tahoe would shift into 2nd and just rev up. ...
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99 Chevy Lumina heavy oil leak from engine passenger side
Lots of oil dripping from the passenger side of the engine. Best I can tell, the highest point I can see wet oil is near the pivot for the serpentine tensioner, but I also see oil a bit forward of ...
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