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honda cg125 why won't any of my lights work when the pilot light is connected
i'm stumped and hope that one of you guru types can help.
my boy smashed the headlight on his cg125 in a low speed spill. i've fitted a complete headlight unit but gremlins have attacked. every light, ...
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Should I over- or under-inflate my tires when towing?
We're about to take a trip across the country towing 5000lb (2300kg) with our SUV. It's rated for 9k, so I'm not worried about that, but I'd like to know how much to inflate my tires.
Advice on the ...
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underseat lighting that goes on when door opens or with switch
I'm looking for a wiring diagram that will allow my under seat LED lights to turn on when the car door opens, or with a switch.
I am planning on tapping into an existing light that goes on when the ...
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Rear left passenger side reverse bulb keeps blowing
I've been having an ongoing problem with my 2007 Subaru outback whereby my left side reverse light bulb keeps blowing.
I've replaced the bulb about 3 times now and it blows every time. It works when ...
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What's this inside my gear shift?
Is there a laser or something in there because it's really bright and looks weird and has a different look I'm pretty sure it isn't but it's weird .
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How to troubleshoot a specific trailer brake light issue
Friend of mine is having trouble with her trailer's brake lights lighting up only on one side:
In the above photo, the key is in the ignition, and the vehicle is in park. Not sure, this is an ...
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Goes into limp mode while towing over 2k RPM
I have a 2005 Isuzu Rodeo Denver, 3.0 automatic 190,000 miles on clock. Under heavy towing the engine management light comes on when over 2000 rpm, goes into idle mode. Drop the revs or down into ...
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VW Mk4 Golf/GTI airbag indicator warning light: How to fix/turn off
Hi there I recently purchased a 2003 Volkswagen 1.8T MK4. My airbag light is on and I need to get it fixed to pass inspection. HELP!? This is my first time owning a Volkswagen so I have no idea how to ...
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Wiring an auxiliary lights harness to an undocumented switch
I'm trying to wire an auxiliary light harness (KC) to my truck. I don't want to use the supplied switch, since it doesn't really look good on the dash. I have a nice unknown provenance switch which I'...
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Dim dash lights
I have a Vauxhall corsa, suddenly when I turn my headlights on my dashboard lights go very dim, it does not happen when turning any other instruments on, IE Radio, heater fan etc, the car does not ...
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How to prevent automatic transmission damage when towing a heavy load without the towing package
Automatic transmissions without an oil cooler and no transmission fluid high temperature warning indicator can be damaged towing heavy trailers. What can be done to get around needing the towing ...
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Dim low beams on 2007 toyota camry bulbs brand new
I replaced the bulbs because they were dim but the new ones were no better I've cleaned the oxidation off new batter new alternator, when I'm in front of a car i can see my cars shadow and the bulbs ...
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Dashboard lights dim when I step on accelerator
[Car: 2001 Kia Sephia, ~107,000 Miles]
I just got a new alternator put in my car, plus had a lot of other work done. Now I notice my lights are dimming on the dashboard when I step on accelerator and ...
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Car Bulbs: T10 W5W 501 what do numbers and letters actually mean?
As you know when replacing a bulb you normally check the bulb, the vehicle handbook or online to find out which bulb is required. In this question I will be using the T10 501 W5W Bulb as an example ...
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What is the light bulb in the center of my 2010 Hyundai Elantra Touring headlamp assembly called?
The dead bulb in question is circled in red.
I thought this was the parking light, but every time I asked an autoparts store for a parking light bulb for the same bulb on the passenger side they ...
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would be possible to re-post the 2014 fusion wiring diagram?
RE: 2014 Ford Fusion Titanium
Driver side fender mounted tail lamp. Outer LEDs not lighted.
Could you re-post the wiring diagram for 2014 Fusion?
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Chevy el camino 1959 headlight problem
I'm Bram from the Netherlands.
At home we have an 1959 Chevy El Camino.
When we have the headlights on after a couple of minutes.
The lights begin to turn off couple of minutes later on, and like that ...
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Will having the door light on all the time hurt the battery? Is it easy to fix on suzuki xl7?
I have a 2003 suzuki xl7 that I've been running for 10 years. The door sensor is wacky now and is on almost all the time. It reacts when I'm driving and when I park is always on.
I've tried to get ...
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2007 Honda CRV electrical problems
I have a 2007 Honda CR-V I had some DRL fitted about a year ago and they’ve been fine until very recently they began to flicker at times.
I decided to investigate and I must have hit a wire or ...
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What type of crimping pliers do I need for these connectors
I have to run some cables in the bumper and I want to use waterproof connectors housing. The problem is that I don't have any crimping pliers and I don't know what type should I buy for this type of ...
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03’ Dodge Durango brake light, fuse, and dash light issues
I have an 03 Dodge Durango. The driver side break light is out along with the taillights and dash lights. I have replaced the fuse and the bulb socket as well as the bulb itself in the brake light it ...
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Electrical lights stay on and headlights won't turn on
I have an 1996 nissan sentra and my headlights won't come on and the park lights,tail lights, stay on even when the car is off and key removed as well the fuses are good and there is no headlight ...
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12V relay circuit not working
I have a pair of LED lights wired on my truck to a 12V 4-pin relay all correctly with a switch. The system worked great every time until I decided I wanted to add a small 5mm LED, so when I turned ...
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2005 Honda Pilot, no parking lights, or dash board lights. all others do work.
repair: no parking or dash board lights.
all relays and fuses seem to be OK, and i switched two , results are the same.
any ideas ??
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check engine light came on?
check engine light came on after starting the car, there was delay in the start for about 5 seconds and my car was sputtering and i couldnt go above 3000RPM i recently just got my spark plugs replaced,...
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Car vanity lights and front reading lights doesn't work well. What is causing the issue?
I have a 2003 Honda Accord. It has reading lights (driver/passenger) right above the review mirror (These are also the lightens that go on when the car door is open). I also have a vanity mirror with ...
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Installing new headlights on Audi A6 C6 '05
I have a C6 4F2 from 2005 (Sedan) and I'd like to (retro) fit new headlights.
Currently I have the non-xenon version without daytime running lights and as far as I know, no automatic height ...
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Understanding Trailer Electrics - changing from 7 pin to 13 pin
I have a horse trailer which needs the wiring and lighting replaced due to corrosion over time. I have a mechanic who has offered to help me but I have been left with the task of purchasing what I ...
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Mixing LED and regular light bulbs
I have a 2004 Dodge Sprinter that currently has incandescent bulbs all around. I want to replace some of the lights with brighter LED bulbs. Can I mix LED and incandescent bulbs? Does this change the ...
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oil light not showing on car
i drive a toyota tazz 1.3 it has an immobiliser it has been working fine and yesterday i tried to turn it on it didnt show oil light only battery light and didnt start it tried kicking it and it did ...
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Are the axles on a cargo trailer supposed to be visibly bent?
Looking forward to buy a new cargo trailer so I could convert it to a camper. I was wondering, when I check the axles should I see them perfectly straight with the naked eye?
Is there a way I could ...
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Wiring fog lamps with horn relay
I want to install fog lamp on my Maruti Suzuki alto 2009 model, but it did not came with any provisions for such modifications so I have to do it from scratch, the problem I am facing is that I cannot ...
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What is a weight distributing hitch versus a weight carrying ball mount?
There is a U-Haul hitch on my Toyota Sienna and I was going to rent a travel trailer for the first time. There are two specifications, one for a weight distributing hitch, and one for a weight ...
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Blinker not working due to corrosion of socket connector pins
I've got a 99 Nissan Almera 1.6L with a turn signal that's stopped working. If I press on the wires at the base of the connector in a specific direction it will start working, but as soon as I ...
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Best lubricant for trailer hinges
I bought a small cage trailer without a roof about a year ago -- used but in good condition. What is the best lubricant for the hinges of the trailer cage door? (Perhaps graphite or white lithium ...
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What kind of trailer hitch do i need for my Econoline 250 Extended
I have a 1990 Ford Econoline Extended ( the back is about 2 feet longer ). I want to put a hitch on the back so I can tow a small utility trailer, but I'm not sure what kind I need. Not looking for ...
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How can I change the bulb in my 97 Subaru Legacy shifter?
The light which illuminates the gear labels from beneath, P R N D 1 2 3, is out on my '97 Subaru Legacy. It's quite annoying at night. I've had to memorize the order of the gears, which is a truly ...
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Tyres with a lower ply rating as replacements on trailer?
I'm fixing up my box trailer (a Lynton Loadtrekker), which is now 9 years old.
I want to replace the rusted wheels and aging tyres, as I was advised in this answer.
Now I'm trying to work out what ...
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Nissan Almera 2005 Parking lights and Dash light stop working
Nissan Almera 2005 Parking lights and Dash light stopped working. The external fuse box doesn't have a cover to identify the correct fuse.
I need assistance
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Addtional LED lightstrips for cars
I am looking to add extra LED light strips to my car to be used as DRL. The car currently have DRLs that will switch off when the headlights are turned on. I want to have the new light strips always ...
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When does a towed trailer need brakes?
Is there a definable standard, or a rule-of-thumb for how much weight you can tow on a trailer before you should consider having brakes on that trailer?
I'm sure the individual vehicle plays into ...
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When I slow down at an intersection or lights, my engine light comes in
I have a 2005 PT Cruiser Turbo and with in the last week, when I slow down, and come to a stop, my engine light comes on.
Also, when I start my car in the morning, there is a cloud of white exhaust ...
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What to do about this rust on trailer wheel, suspension and part of axle?
I'm working on my 9 year old box trailer (a Lynton Loadtrekker), replacing the rotten plywood floor.
There is some rust - see the pictures below. I think this is a torsion bar suspension system (...
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Why do LEDs go out on (boat) trailer tail-lights?
Everyone knows that LED tail-lights are very bright and are not supposed to "burn out" like incandescent bulbs. In automotive tail-lights things seem to be going according to plan. However, on (boat)...
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Putting overhead interior light cover back on-08 Ford F150
I was needing help on how to put cover back on interior overhead light on 08 Ford F-150.
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Headlights only working when indicating left
I've got a Holden Jackaroo and since a couple of weeks the headlights are a bit funny. Sometimes working, sometimes not. Today they were only working when I was indicating left and turned of when I ...
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Trailer AFC converter turn signals blink together
I have a Nissan Murano 2009 (made in Japan for US market). I installed a trailer towing hitch and now I want to install a towing harness. Since I live in Europe I bought Brink Wiring Kit (732614) ...
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Cheapest way to transport a non-functioning motorbike across town [closed]
(Disclaimer: I considered putting this on Lifehacks but it's so specific to motor vehicles that I thought it might be better here; Do let me know otherwise if it should be migrated)
What would be ...
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Do parking lights serve a purpose in this day and age? [closed]
Modern cars still have a two settings for exterior lights: headlights and parking lights. (My CR-V, with automatic headlights, also has settings for manually turning on the headlights or just the ...
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What does in mean if upshift indicator on 1987 VW Golf misbehaves?
1987 VW Golf (USA, gasoline, manual transmission)
The upshift indicator light on the dashboard came on while in 5th (highest) gear on level freeway at 60mph. Two days later, it seems to not be coming ...
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