Diagnosing Car Problems

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The Dodge Caravan was introduced in the 1984 model year. The Grand Caravan, sporting a longer wheelbase, debuted in 1987. The Caravan is a four-door minivan with front wheel and four wheel drive, except in models with the optional stow-and-go ... more »
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When diagnosing battery trouble, you must check the alternator to see if it is charging correctly. If the alternator is not working right, the battery slowly drains down. If your battery is drained, it will not run the important electrical ... more »
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Bad repairs aren't always the result of bad will. Sometimes it's just an honest mistake. Give people the benefit of the doubt, but stand your ground... more »
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Mechanical problems are abundant in cars. It is most beneficial to have an auto mechanic in the family to cut down on the cost of auto repair. But like many people, that is not a luxury many people share. Diagnosing car problems may seem out of ... more »
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Few things on a car are as difficult to fix as the transmission, and home mechanics seldom take the job on themselves. If your car is suddenly grinding, slamming or just not going into gear it's probably a transmission problem. Fortunately, ... more »
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Before buying an older car, or if you already have one, it is important to find any weak areas, such as rust and decay which may have created rot in the frame, which supports the car. Many times these areas are hard to spot just by looking for ... more »
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Eliminate fuel gauge problems.. more »
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You prefer to change your own oil but not sure how to reset the oil change reminder on your new chrysler or dodge? I will show you how easy it is to do... more »
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Although many people regard car air conditioning units as a luxury, the truth is the majority of cars are now sold with air conditioning fitted at the factory. People travel for longer periods of time and personal comfort within a vehicle is ... more »
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If your speedometer isn't working, every time you drive your car you run the risk of getting a speeding ticket. This is a fact even if you have a radar detector. If it is working and yet isn't registering the correct speed you are still in ... more »
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If you want a spacious and luxurious SUV, then you want a Lincoln Navigator. Lincoln's entry into the SUV market has done fairly well, but beware. It's a power hog. You're probably going to see your share of electrical problems. Get to know your ... more »
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When you're filling your regular, unleaded fuel car, the last thing you want to do is absentmindedly put Diesel in your car. Here's how avoid that type of disaster!.. more »
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Changing the oxygen sensor in your vehicle when it's time can help save 15% to 20% on gas as well as minimize exhaust emissions and improve engine performance... more »
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Oil pressure down? Here's a short list of instruction for changing your oil pump. This is really quite a simple explanation, but definitely easier said, than done... more »
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Perhaps you're not real experienced under the hood of a car, and when you mentioned your coolant light was on, someone told you to open up the radiator cap and check the fluid level. It sounds easy enough, but when you find the cap, it's covered ... more »
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First available in the 2002 model year, the Chevy Avalanche is a full size pickup truck with rear wheel, four-wheel drive and an automatic transmission. Check the Chevy Avalanche model's fuel delivery system if the engine runs rough, stalls or ... more »
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The Chevy Camaro was introduced in 1967 and went through four production generations before being discontinued in 2002 and then returning in February 2009. The Chevy Camaro has an active fuel management system that produces 400 hp. Active fuel ... more »
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The Chevy Corvette began production in 1953. Its fuel delivery system revolves around the fuel pump. The Corvette ZR1 has the model's most powerful engine, an LS9, Eaton supercharged 6.2 liter engine that produces 638 hp and 604 foot-pounds force ... more »
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Available since 1999, the Chevy Silverado exists in multi-platform incarnations, including light, heavy, diesel and hybrid. It won Motor Trend's Truck of the Year award in 1999, 2001 and 2007. Known as a workhorse, the Silverado comes equipped ... more »
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The Chrysler Sebring exists in three distinct auto body types. The Sebring coupe began production in 1995 and was discontinued in 2005. The Sebring convertible began production in 1996. The Sebring midsized sedan began production in 2001. Regular ... more »
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The Town & Country is Chrysler's best selling minivan and was introduced in 1990. Prior to 1990 the name Town & Country was used by Chrysler on several different vehicles, the last of which was retired in 1988. Check the Chrysler Town & Country ... more »
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The Dodge Durango was introduced in 1998 as a mid-size SUV with seating for seven, the ability to tow up to 6,700 pounds and a frame based on the Ram truck. Check the fuel delivery system in a Dodge Durango if the engine does not start ... more »
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The Dodge Intrepid debuted in the 1993 model year. It is the first "cab forward" sedan, a design Dodge initially came up with for its first production for Lamborghini after the Italian company was acquired by Chrysler in 1987. The Intrepid was ... more »
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The Dodge Ram is a full-sized pickup truck that debuted in 1981 in two-door, two-door extended cab, four-door and dually versions. It received a face lift in 2006, the model year that also saw the introduction of the "mega cab." The Dodge Ram is ... more »
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The Ford Explorer is a mid-size, four-door sport utility vehicle that debuted in North America in the 1991 model year. The Explorer underwent a design overhaul in 2006 with a new frame configuration, redesigned rear suspension, an added tire ... more »