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Learn the different systems of your vehicle. Your have a starting system,a charging system, a cooling system, a fuel system, etc. Once you know your systems you can usually figure out what is wrong. A car engine is the same as it was years ago - an internal combustion engine. The engine computer deals with … Read more
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I've always been told if your car doesn't start always start with the battery first. This includes cleaning your battery posts and cables. You need 12 volts to start your engine, but you don't necessarily need 12 volts to operate the electrical systems in your vehicle (that's why your gauges swing back and forth). If … Read more
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If you are having problems making your monthly payments it is always better to contact your lending institution to see what can be done. Usually the only thing that is done is that your vehicle is reposed and sold at auction. You will have a certain amount of time to pay before this happens. It … Read more
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Besides the filter also try some dry gas (methanol) to take the water out of the system. These would be the least expensive ways to do it. Also try an additive to remove carbon deposits etc. from your engine (fuel system cleaner). If the simple things don't work you will probably need to take your … Read more
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That's a lot of miles on your vehicle. Usually its better to change things at one time because it costs less than doing them individually. If it's the camshaft berrings, which usually means the engine has to be removed to replace, it might not be a good idea at present. I had those berrings replaced … Read more