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What are the reasons not to install an oil catch can (OCC)?
It is my understanding oil from the Engine Gas Recirculation (EGR) is trapped in OCC, and thus reducing buildup in the manifold. If a car (be it new or otherwise) is designed with EGR, is there any ...
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How does the RAV4 hybrid heat the cabi
What sources of heat does the RAV4 hybrid (2020) use for heating the cabin. Does it always use a heat pump, or can it use engine heat?
I ask because I get the distinct impression that the ac is on ...
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power steering fluid for 2011 Mazda3
I have a 2011 Mazda3 and the power steering fluid reservoir is nearly empty. I was hoping to buy a bottle of something and just pour it into the reservoir. The user manual says to use "Mazda ...
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Why use a separate heat pump for cabin heating an EV?
An electric vehicle's air conditioner is essentially a heat pump so I have to wonder why it can't be used to heat the cabin in the winter as well as precondition the battery instead of resistance ...
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Outside temperature displayed on dash — Where on truck is thermometer located?
2010 Silverado 1500
On the dashboard of the truck, the outside temperature is displayed. For example, -27 deg C.
Where on the truck is the thermometer located?
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Nissa Versa (2008) makes front end banging noise on right tire side bumps
I have a 2008 Nissan Versa Hatchback. When I hit a speedbump, or a pothole in the road, the car makes a loud banging noise. There is hardly any sound when just the front left wheel hits a bump. The ...
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Will leaving an extra key fob on a 2016 Chevy Equinox in the car for two weeks cause the battery to drain out?
The battery in this case is new.Consumer Reports doesn't address the Equinox specifically. Without pushing any buttons on the fob or being in accessory in the ignition does the fob for a 2016 still ...
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Mitsubishi Outlander 2010 Immobiliser Repair
Just to be clear: This is not about hacking or bypassing or any other inofficial modification to a security device
A little bit of context: I brought my car to the mechanic for something unrelated and ...
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Need help identifying a dasboard problem
My grandson has a 2001 4runner the speedometer quit working along with abs light on, traction control light and the parking brake on indicator. He has been told by a mechanic that the part is $3,500. ...
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What motors to consider for an engine swap in 50 year old Landrover?
I have a 1973 series 3 SWB, which has 210,000km on the chassis and on at least its fourth motor, which is a 202 straight 6 Holden which has maybe 25,000 km since complete rebuild. Rear diff is a ...
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MERCEDES W204 ESP FAILURE
I have a 2008 Mercedes W204 220CDI with the MO646 engine. When I accelerate hard, the ESP warning light comes on and the car's speed is limited. However, when I turn the car off and back on, the fault ...
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2017 Kia Niro Hybrid — A/C blower died after running at full blast, and ADAS shows “System Off”
I have a 2017 Kia Niro Hybrid, and two problems appeared at the same time:
1. A/C blower issue
The blower went to maximum speed.
After turning the A/C off and on again, the blower stopped working ...
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Hyundai Sonata Headlight Adjustment Inquiry (with photos)
I just replaced a bulb on my right headlight and noticed an issue with the alignment on the LEFT headlight.
As you can see in the first picture, the headlight on the left HAS a really weird “focus” (...
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Golf 6 TDI – No temperature gauge & hard warm starts after turbo repair
My boyfriend has a problem with his car (Golf 6 TDI). When he started driving, no matter how much he pressed the gas pedal, the car had no power and wouldn’t accelerate like it should. He took the car ...
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Hyundai Sonata 2007 replacing low beam bulb parts stuck in connector
I was trying to replace the burned-out low bean bulb with a new one on my 2007 Hyundai Sonata LE. I’ve replaced the headlights before (the cars been with me for 18 years) with no issues but this time ...