Questions tagged [troubleshooting]
for questions about determining the nature of a problem and finding possible solutions.
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2003 Subaru Outback central locking
I was wondering why the central locking on the key(buttons) are so hard to push and there is no response to me pushing the lock/unlock on the key. It happens not all the time but 8/10 so a lot. It ...
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Suspension problem or broken steel belt in tire?
I have among many cars, a 2005 Chevy cobalt LS. it's a nightmare! Spend more time under it than driving it. So recently I replaced the front passenger ball joint, and the driver's side rear coil ...
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2002 Ford ZX2 A/C compressor turns off when engine is warmed up, but works fine when engine is cold
Observations:
A/C and compressor work fine when starting car for the first time for the day
A/C and compressor stayed working fine when idling 5-10 minutes
A/C and compressor work fine for a few ...
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John Deere x738 mower stopped working suddenly
My JD X738 only has 33 hours on it. I was mowing the other day just fine & suddenly the mower part quit & the steering became difficult and stiff. I drove it into the garage to check it out. ...
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Variance - What is on the Vehicle and what the FSM states
2007 Honda Accord Manual Transmission
DTC indicated: P1157
Usual remedy is to replace the oxygen sensor
But I wanted to follow the diagnostic tree in the service manual until I discovered something ...
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Help me understand the results of these cylinder compression and leakdown tests
I recently purchased a 2007 Subaru Outback 2.5i, with approx 146000kms on the clock.
As its a recent purchase, I'm going through preventative maintenance to ensure its running as good as possible.
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2010 Volkswagen EOS stuck in Park
I have a 2010 Volkswagen EOS only summer driven. I parked it in November 2017 and went to use it last week after sitting for 6 months and the car will not shift out of park (automatic transmission). ...
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Electrical Diagnostic Procedural Lists [closed]
Post your general/specific Testing/Diagnostics Procedural Lists for Automotive Electrical Systems.
These procedures are intended to target vehicles with modern 12V systems.
The format of the site ...
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VW Polo Classic: alarm issues
Consider a well maintained VW Polo Classic manufactured in 1999. Then, suddenly, the following events happened almost immediately one after the other:
a loud cracking from the front passenger power-...
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I changed my valve gasket and spark plugs. But what is this noise it makes now?
So, I have replaced my valve cover gasket, as well as the spark plugs, in a 1003 Ford Tempo (apparently most of these have died already!)
However, after adjustment, I am getting a sound. I do not ...
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Scooter 49cc trouble starting at morning
I was wondering why my scooter (Aprilia 49cc) is having trouble with starting at morning, To make this easy to understand :
- I only have one shot with start bottom, first attempt, my scooter start, ...
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Braking issue on 2010 Ford Edge
The front drivers' side brake on my Ford Edge is having issues that appear to get worse the longer it is being driven in a single trip. There is vibration and the braking doesn't work momentarily. ...
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What are the possible causes for the car to increase power by itself?
I have a 1993 Fiat Panda 1.0 i.e. (gasoline) with single injector. Last year it started to present a very specific issue: from time to time (but basically now it happens every time I drive the car) it ...
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2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee Electrical Problem
This problem is a very strange one. Completely unsure of what is causing it. All passenger electrics do not work, drivers electric lock and window work sometimes, other times don’t. Usually the ...
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briggs stratton 16 hp ic single cylinder
I have a Lincoln welder with a 16 hp briggs Stratton engine that will only run with the choke closed. what could cause this?
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Impala rumbles upon cylinder deactivation
My 2008 Chevy Impala makes a rumble sound or vibration when going from 6-cylinder mode to 3-cylinder mode, with or without slight acceleration.
It sounds fine when it goes back into 6-cylinder mode. ...
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Comer TAG 60 gokart engine. How to troubleshoot ignition system
Does anyone know the voltage expected from the stator at a the rotations per minute given by the stater motor?
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Brakes smoke and car slows down when driving
When I drive my 2003 Hyundai Accent (manual transmission), the car begins to slow down, won't accelerate and the brakes begins to smoke.
I took the car to the shop and they said it was my brake hoses ...
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Accord won't start when moisture under hood from rain or snow
This is a 1999 Honda Accord.
The car has new battery & cables and everything lights up on dash when turning key in ignition, but it will not turn over when we've had rain or snow.
The weather ...
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Montero cranks but won't run after timing belt replacement
This is a 2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport 3.5 L.
I changed the timing belt and water pump, as well as the auto tensioner and pulleys.
I aligned all the timing marks and put it all back together. Now ...
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Mk5 Golf in gear but won't move
I have a 2007 VW Golf 1.4 L, completely standard. All work that was done on it was by the main VW dealership.
I was taking off from a stop sign nice and gently in 1st gear and after 2 seconds all you ...
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Why do I get a "30km/h speed has been exceeded" dashboard message?
I have a Golf VI (2009), which in the last few days started to give me the message:
30km/h speed has been exceeded
I have no idea why it happens. I checked:
the speed limit for winter tires: ...
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No clutch fluid moves from the reservoir to the master cylinder during bleeding
When I do the clutch fluid bleeding to my Nissan Maxima 96, I can push the fluid out of the slave valve. However, I don't see any fluid move from the reservoir into the master cylinder when I press ...
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91 Jeep YJ - Intermittent Loss of Power in Gear
The other morning, I pulled out of the house in first gear just fine. Switched to 2nd successfully, started accelerating as it should, then it suddenly lost engine power - no acceleration, no revving, ...
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Cylinder 1 seems to be running hotter than 2,3,4
1979 leyland Sherpa 230 1.7l with an "o series" engine.
I've an overheating problem for a while now and still trying to get to the bottom of it. The cooling system and heater matrix are all OK and ...
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Hyundai Sonata EF (2002 - 2005) - P0335 CKPS Malfunction
Vehicle will not start. I have replaced the CKPS sensor with a used one, but it still brings back the code P0335. before I shell out cash for a brand new sensor. Am I on the right path?
Here are my ...
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2006 Mazda 3 blown fuse 53 washer fluid pump, how to find short?
My washer fluid pump fuse 53 keeps blowing when I turn the ignition key. I bought a live wire checker and can operate it as per instructions. Can someone help point me in the right direction with ...
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Revving Hyundai Elantra GT
I have a 2001 Hyundai Elantra GT.
As of late when I start it up it idles rough for a few seconds, then revs up to 4000RPM and back down to 1000RPM. This continues until the ignition is switched off.
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1997 toyota camry V6 3.0L fuse box wiring
how to wire the wires under the dashboard that hook to the fuse box because there has been several that have been untwisted because of the fact that I had a guy come and hook a system up for me and ...
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peugeot 207 saying "reversing system fault"
Can anyone advise where I should start looking to solve this? I was told it was one bumper sensor and replaced it to no avail (maybe a fault cleardown is needed?). There is a main control unit for ...
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Mysterious short circuit tripping circuit breakers
I own a 1992 Bluebird bus which has a Hurri-Hot heater that recently stopped working and I'm running out of ideas why. When I turn on either switch to activate either of the two fans, a circuit ...
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Rear brake problem
On my 1999 Savana GMC 2500:
While on jacks, my rear wheels did no stop when I applied the brake.
Chevy told me my ABS needed to be replaced.
I went to the Junk yard, got a $100 module and installed it....
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2001 Toyota 4runner @ 147k miles - Speedometer dead and various dashboard lights on
My 2001 Toyota 4runner has, on random occurrences, has had the traction alarm go off for no reason while driving. Just recently it went off and then Dashboard lights started coming on. I currently ...
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Engine gets hot when driving but not at idle
If my radiator cap is lower than the intake manifold and hose, could this be a reason for overheating? Will this make air pockets in the engine since I cannot fill the system totally with coolant? ...
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Electrical issues with Mazda3 '07
Recently I started experiencing some weird electrical issues with my car:
FM stations settings get lost
My remote key gets unpaired
The engine often shuts down at intersections (when stopping) as if ...
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Nissan Skyline 350GT 2007 shudder on acceleration
Looking for help to troubleshoot this issue please on a 2007 350GT Skyline with the VQ35HR engine imported from Japan.
The car shudders hard once after the accelerator is pressed. We don't seem to ...
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Odd overheating issue need help
I have a 2004 Nissan Xterra 3.3 liter V6. Tonight, it overheated while idling. I found out the coolant reservoir was empty. I filled it with what I had handy which was just cold water and this cooled ...
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2009 Chevy Impala, won't start battery is good
My Impala won't start (non cranking) had the battery checked its at full charge. What should I check next, the alternator or starter. All lights are working fine, when I turn the key lights dim but no ...
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One headlight doesn't work (high beams on both do) 1984 Mitsubishi Colt
1984 Mitsubishi Colt with left headlight out. I tried replacing it but the unit is sealed and it's going to be a mess around if I can even find another replacement light, let alone fix the current one....
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Front-end vibrations in Pontiac G6
Car: 2007 Pontiac G6 (3.5L engine)
Problem: Front-end vibration
Details:
I feel the vibrations primarily in the steering wheel. However, I also slightly feel it in my foot resting on the gas pedal ...
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Corolla gives me a P0170 code
I had an issue when sometimes my 2000 1.8L Corolla stalls if I roll in reverse. A few weeks later, I got a check engine code pointing to Bank 1 Sensor 1 as an issue. I replaced it, cleared the codes ...
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2011 GMC Sierra 1500 low beams not working
The low beams on my 2011 GMC Sierra 1500 are not working. My high beams work in both switch positions. What is the simplest and cheapest way to fix this problem?
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What Would Cause Erratic Fuel Volume but Acceptable Pressure?
I took my vehicle to a shop in order to diagnose some severe driveability issues (it is a 96 G10 van with a 5.0 for reference). I was told that the fuel pressure was fine but the volume was "all over ...
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Chevrolet G10 / Express 1500 Van, Surging, Stalling, Gauges / Dash Lights Inconsistent
I have a 96 Chevy G10 / Express 1500 van with a 5.0 and approximately 145,xxx miles on it.
I have been struggling with issues relating to this van for probably over a month now. The van had some ...
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02 Honda Odyssey transmission revs up or doesn't engage at 25 when off gas and up-shifting [duplicate]
my 02 Honda Odyssey transmission revs up or doesn't engage at 25 when off gas and up-shifting. Here is what happens in steps:
accelerate to 25 in second gear
off gas and upshift to third
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When should I suspect that valves are not sealing
I just lost an (old, 230K miles) engine with no compression in two cylinders. It had been drinking oil liberally for a while, but just prior to this failure, had begun seriously drinking oil (6QT per ...
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Cooling fans only work normally with cabin fans on
2003 civic EX 1.7L automatic
Hello, I am trying to help my friend with a really weird cooling fan issue. The cooling fans were not coming on and while sitting in traffic the car would overheat. ...
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2008 Sebring Convertible fuel tank won't take fuel
My wife's car is a 2008 Chrysler Sebring convertible.
The problem is that it won't accept more than 3/4 tank of fuel.
I took it to a local mechanic and was told it had to have a new fuel tank at a ...
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What can cause an AC to ice up?
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Posting this for a friend.
Last Thursday 2011 Honda Accord AC stopped cooling all of a sudden.
The service center found the system low on refrigerant, topped it up and ran some dye through ...
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Error stabilisation control (ESC) and Error start stop
I have just had my front lower wishbones changed,two new tyres, and whilst driving today these error messages came up.
Error - stabilisation control (ESC)
Error - start-stop.
What can I do as I ...
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