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I can feel itI can hear itI can see itI can smell itCar won't start
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Drifts -- Gradual movements to one side.Excessive Play -- Looseness, lack of response in the steering wheel.Pulls -- Sharp movement to one side.Pulsation -- Fluctuation of the brake pedal when the brakes are applied.Shimmy -- Rapid side to side movement of the front wheels.Sway -- Gradual movement from side to side.Vibration -- Vehicle shakes. Usually felt in the steering wheel or the seat.
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Remedy: Suspension Inspection
Loose or worn suspension components will affect vehicle handling and wheel alignment. Loose wheel bearings and worn bushings can cause vibrations, pulling, and increased tire wear.
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Remedy: TPMS Repair
Tire pressure is often overlooked but it directly influences how a vehicle rides on the road. Low tire pressure can affect handling, ride, and fuel economy. Over-inflating tires can cause the vehicle to ride hard, and the tires to wear prematurely. Temperature directly affects tire pressure, check the pressure regularly.
Remedy: Four-Wheel Alignment
A wheel alignment is very important, it keeps the vehicle running smooth and makes sure all the parts of the steering and suspension are working together. When the vehicle is out of alignment it can put stress on other components of the steering and suspension and cause them to wear faster. There are also safety concerns when a vehicle is improperly aligned. When you have suspension related parts replaced you should ask your technician if the vehicle needs to be aligned.
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Remedy: Inner Tie Rod & Outer Tie Rod Replacement
Tie rod ends are part of the steering system, tie rods are responsible for wheel alignment toe, and steering. Worn tie rod ends can cause abnormal tire wear, front end noise, and wheel shimmy or looseness in steering.
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Remedy: Front Disc Brake Repair
Brake calipers will usually bind on the slides from being improperly lubed or overly dirty. Gunk builds up on the slides and will not allow the caliper to press together, preventing the pads from stopping the rotor from spinning.
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Remedy: Brake Rotor Replacement
A warped brake rotor can be caused by excessive heat or improper wheel lug nut torque. If you feel a pulsation or vibration in the brake pedal, check the rotors for runout and parallelism (thickness variation). Pedal pulsation is normal on vehicles with ABS when the ABS is working.
Remedy: Rear Drum Brake Repair
Out-of -round brake drums are often caused by extreme temperature changes during normal braking. An out-of-round drum may look okay to the naked eye, but it can cause gabbing, pulling, and pedal pulsations.
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Remedy: Shocks Replacement
Shocks control stability when driving and also reduce impact of the road to the rest of the vehicle. Bad shocks can add stress to other suspension parts. Shocks are the most important regular service item in your suspension, regular replacement of your vehicles shocks, because they do wear down over time, can keep other suspension components stronger longer.
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When brakingWhen accelerating from a stopConstantly when traveling at higher speeds
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Remedy: Computerized Wheel Balancing
Wheel balance can affect the ride of your vehicle, if the wheels are out of balance you may be experiencing a vibration feeling or vibration noise when driving, and sometimes it is even stronger at highway speeds. Wheel balancing is done to compensate for heavy spots of the wheel and tire if your wheels are bent or chipped this can cause your wheel to be out of balance. Wheel weights are adhered or clipped to the wheel rim to compensate for these differences. Irregular tire wear is also a symptom of a wheel not being balanced.
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Squeal -- Continuous, high pitched sound.Knock -- Heavy, loud, repeating sound like a knock on the door.Tap -- Light repetitive sound, louder than a click.Rattle -- Marbles in a can like something loose.Chirp -- High-pitched rapidly repeating sound, like birds chirping.Clunk -- A random thumping sound.Hiss -- Continuous sound like air escaping.
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All the timeWhen stoppingOnly when I start the vehicleOnly when turningOnly when the vehicle is moving
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Remedy: Serpentine Belt Replacement
A serpentine belt is a rubber belt that is driven by pulleys connected to the engine, the belt then runs motors and pumps that are necessary to help keep your vehicle running. When your serpentine belt begins to make noise or is noticeably worn or damaged, its time to replace it. A bad serpentine belt can cause your vehicle to stall, steering to tighten up, and even overheat your vehicle.
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Remedy: Brake Inspection
The brake pad wear indicator is a metal tab attached to the brake pad. When enough of the friction material is worn away, the wear indicator will contact the rotor and make a squealing sound.
A grinding noise occurs when the brake pad lining wears and the metal backing is contacting the brake disc (rotor).
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Remedy: Steering and Suspension System
Power steering pumps fail due to low fluid and normal wear.
Power steering fluid being low is most likely caused by a leak in the power steering system, make sure to check all the power steering components; power steering pump, power steering rack, power steering hoses. Once you have located the source of the leak you will need to replace that component.
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Remedy: Lube and Oil Change
Engine oil is designed to lubricate, cool and seal internal engine components. When the engine is on, oil is constantly circulatiing. Checking and changing the engine oil regularly is an important part of maintaining a vehicle. Neglecting to change the oil periodically will shorten the life of the engine. If engine oil level is low, check for potential leaks.
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Under the vehicleUnder the rear of the vehicleEngine Compartment
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Remedy: Catalytic Converter Replacement
Extreme heat, under-tuned engine, and normal wear will cause the inside of the converter to break down and fall apart. Replacement is recommended.
Remedy: Exhaust Inspection
Your vehicle's exhaust system helps lower toxins and greenhouse gases that get released into the atmosphere. A loose or damaged exhaust should be taken care of immediately, exhaust gases can find their way into the vehicles cabin and are bad for your health.
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Remedy: Muffler Replacement
A muffler is a regular service item, the muffler is designed to break down and trap pollutants from the vehicle emissions. Over time the muffler corrodes and neglecting to change your muffler can result in the vehicle not passing emissions standards, and releasing destructive green house gases into the atmosphere.
Typically the exhaust tail pipes will become damaged from being scrapped on the ground or backed into another object. It is a part that hangs low causing it to be one of the first vehicle components that becomes damaged when backing up into a curb or hitting a bump which causes the vehicle to bounce and scrape on the ground. Tail pipes can also rust and wear out over time.
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Remedy: Timing Belt Replacement
Timing chains are subjected to normal wear and tear over the life of the vehicle. The constant wear and tear will stretch the timing chain and wear the teeth of the timing gears. This includes the seals as well.
Your vehicles exhaust system helps lower toxins and greenhouse gases that get released into the atmosphere. A loose or damaged exhaust should be taken care of immediately, exhaust gases can find there way into the vehicles cabin and are bad for your health.
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When I start the carWhen the engine is runningWhen stoppingWhen I accelerate
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Replacing the pads and resurfacing the rotors are usually necessary to fix the annoying brake squeals. Brake squeals are caused by high frequency vibrations. The design of the brake pads, the pad surface, and the rotor finish can cause vibrations.
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Remedy: Clutch Adjustment and Inspection
Over time, the clutch plate will wear down and "slip". When shifting through gears the clutch is used to separate the transmission from the engine so that the gears of the transmission can easily be changed without the engine spinning the gears in the transmission. If the clutch is not used correctly it will wear down much faster and burn out.
Remedy: U-Joint Replacement
Lack of lubrication, damage to the driveline, and normal wear and tear can cause u-joints to go bad.
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When turningWhen going over bumpsWhen putting the vehicle into gear
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Remedy: Ball Joint Replacement
Front suspension components are subjected to normal wear and tear. Ball joints can fail from hard driving. Lack of grease can cause ball joints to fail prematurely.
Remedy: CV Axle Inspection
A lack of grease between the CV joint will cause a knocking noise because of the metal on metal rotation, the pressure on the joint while turning, and the movement up and down with road vibrations.
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Remedy: Remedy: Struts Replacement
Struts are subjected to daily wear. They need to be inspected during major services and replaced if worn out.
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Engine mounts are subject to normal wear; however, excessive torque and movement between the engine block and frame can prematurely weaken them. If one engine mount is bad, it is common for the other to be worn. Replacing both at the same time is strongly recommended.
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SmokeTire looks flatWarning light is onPuddle or leak
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Engine CompartmentExhaust
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Remedy: Cooling System Flush & Fill
Your vehicle's radiator may begin to leak due to normal wear. Failure may happen if coolant goes unserviced, if the vehicle suffers collision damage, or if the vehicle overheats. It is important to regularly maintain the cooling system to prolong the life of the radiator.
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Remedy: Engine Diagnostics
Black smoke may mean your engine is burning too much fuel or that your fuel return line is clogged. It is important to check your sensors, fuel injectors, and fuel-pressure regulator. To fix the issue and gain better fuel economy, be sure to have your vehicle repaired by an expert.
Remedy: Car Diagnostics
Different colored smoke may point different problems. It is important to check your sensors, To fix the issue be sure to have your vehicle repaired by an expert.
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Remedy: Tire Repair
A flat tire can happen at any time, Knowing how to change your tire and keeping a regular check on your spare, checking the pressure and quality of the spare, can wind up saving you time, money, and aggravation. Keeping a tire plug kit in your vehicle is also a good way to be prepared in case of a flat. Tire plug kits are inexpensive and can be a life saver on long trips, they come in professional and emergency kits, its a good idea to keep one in your trunk or glove box.
Vacuum is responsible for drawing air into the cylinders, it is also responsible for the operation of emissions system, braking system and cruise control system components. Vacuum is transferred through a complex system of rubber hoses and/or plastic tubes. The engine creates a great deal of heat and over time can cause the rubber and plastic hoses to dry out and leak. A vacuum leak can be elusive and take a long time to detect. Common symptoms of a vacuum leak include; vehicle idle fluctuation, hard brake pedal, and a hissing noise heard under the hood.
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Remedy: Dashboard Warning Diagnostic
When your vehicle’s Check Engine Light comes on, it is important to seek service quickly to prevent damage to your engine.
Remedy: Incorrect Tire Pressure
Tire pressure plays an important role in vehicle performance. If your tire pressure is uneven or low, the vehicle may handle poorly and will lose fuel economy. If the tires are overinflated, the vehicle will not ride smoothly. Both underinflated and overinflated tires contribute to prematurely worn tires. Environmental factors such as temperature change may affect tire pressure, as well. Make sure to check tire pressure regularly.
Your vehicle's thermostat controls the amount of coolant released to the engine. If the thermostat is stuck closed, your vehicle will not receive the proper amount of coolant it needs, and may overheat. It is necessary to replace a stuck thermostat immediately.
Remedy: Serpentine Belt Slipping/Damaged
The serpentine belt helps run the motors and pumps that make sure your vehicle is running smoothly. It is important to replace a damaged or loose serpentine belt, as it may cause your vehicle to stall, steering to tighten up, or your vehicle to overheat.
Remedy: Worn Oil Pump
An oil pump should last the life of your engine, but may become prematurely worn over time. If your vehicle’s oil pressure is low even though the oil level is high, this is a sign the oil pump may need replacement.
Remedy: Loss of Brake Pressure
If your vehicle's Brake Warning Light is on and your emergency brake is released, your brakes may have lost pressure. Your vehicle is dangerous if the brakes are not working properly. It is important to check brake pressure when your Brake Warning Light comes on.
Remedy: ABS System Fault
If there is a fault in the ABS system, the vehicle will still brake, however there may be a loss of power-assist. This situation is very unsafe, and the faulty ABS system should be repaired immediately.
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Engine Oil -- I see btrn to almost black engine oil.Automatic Transmission Fluid -- Fluid leaking is a red-btrn color.Power Steering Fluid -- Fluid is red or pink to light btrn.Coolant -- Coolant is watery or is blue, green or orange.
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Remedy: Engine Tune-Up
Valve cover gaskets are subject to normal wear and tear which may cause leaks. An overly hot engine may also cause the valve cover to break.
Oil filters may leak due to improper installation or from regular wear.
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Remedy: Automatic Transmission Repair
Transmission cooler lines may become loose and leak at radiator fittings due to regular vibrations.
Transmission fluid must be regularly replaced. Regular maintenance will help prevent tasks.
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It is common for power steering hoses to leak or malfunction from regular wear.
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Remedy: Cooling System Repair
A leak may occur from failing components in the cooling system.
The radiator may leak due to regular wear and tear. If the vehicle overheats or if coolant goes unmaintained, the radiator may also begin to leak or malfunction. Regular maintenance is necessary.
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GasolineRotten eggsMildewAntifreeze (sweet smell)Burning oilExhaust
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Remedy: Fuel Injection
Clogged fuel injectors are caused by dirt in the fuel system. If dirt gets past the fuel filter and into the fuel injectors, they will become plugged and prevent fuel from reaching the combustion chamber.
Fuel leaks within the fuel pressure regulator unit and a dirty fuel system will cause the fuel pressure regulator to fail.
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Multiple problems can cause a rich fuel mixture, which may be simple to address or more complex to diagnose. The "check engine" light is normally the first indicator in the line of defense; however, it may not be enough to warn of other possible problems. Solving It can be as routine as an engine tune-up or needing further diagnosis if not easily traced.
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Remedy: Air Conditioning System Service
Debris in your cabin air filter can build up multiple ways. If the vehicle has gone a long time without replacing the filter, then normal build up of dust and dirt is common. If you have been driving through dusty terrain, off-roading, highways chances are there is an excess of "dust" in the air going into the filter.
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Remedy: Heating System Service
A heater core is a small scaled down version of the radiator in the front of your vehicle. The heater core is located inside your vehicle in the dash on the passenger side inside of the blower case. They can wear down over time from heat expansion and corrosion. If your windows are fogging up when you put on the defroster there is a good chance the heater core is to blame. A small leak in the heater core will give of a steam that can cause your windows to fog and is usually accompanied with a sweet coolant /antifreeze smell.
The Radiator will leak after normal wear; however, failure may result if coolant is left unserviced, collision damage, or having the vehicle overheat. To prolong the life of the radiator, perform periodic maintenance on the coolant system.
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Valve cover gaskets may begin to leak from normal wear and overheating of the engine. Most are constructed of rubber and others are cork. Excessive heating and cooling will eventually harden the materials and make them crack. Oil pressure and oil flow will leak out through small cracks that develop. Oil can also leak into the spark plugs causing the engine to misfire.
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Remedy: Manifold Replacement
The exhaust manifold carries the combusted gases from the engine to the exhaust. The exhaust manifold becomes extremely hot because of engine combustion. The constant heating and cooling of the exhaust manifold can cause it to crack or wear the gasket down over time causing it to leak.
The constant heating and cooling of the exhaust manifold can cause leaks. You may catch a small crack before it becomes large enough to make a noise and become a more serious problem.
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The engine cranks normally but does not startThe engine cranks over slowlyThe vehicle is backfiring when trying to startNothingOne strong click or knockA spinning, whirling, or gear grinding soundRepeating clicking sound: click, click, click
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If there is no fuel pressure, the engine will not start. The first check in a fuel delivery problem is the fuel gauge. If there is fuel in the tank but no fuel pressure, a bad fuel pump may be the cause.
The ignition control unit is a non-service item that should last the life the vehicle, but like other electronic components they can sometimes fail.
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Remedy: Battery Replacement
The cause for replacement may be normal wear. Batteries should last 3 to 5 years under normal use.
A leaking battery, normal wear and over-tightening can all cause damage to the battery terminals.
Remedy: Starter Replacement
The starter is a high torque electrical motor that is attached to the rear of the engine. It is used to crank the engine until it can operate on its own power.
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The definition of this problem "Carbon Tracking" is when the high voltage output of your coil, finds a low voltage path through your distributor cap. The carbon build up allows the spark to travel and pass through the terminal of lowest resistance causing a misfire which leads to your rough running engine.
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[group group-specify] BrakesCheck Engine or Warning LightElectrical AccessoriesEngineEngine PerformanceExterior BodyHeating and Air ConditioningInterior ComponentsLightsSteering and HandlingTires and WheelsTransmission [/group]
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