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What happens when a heater core is clogged?

What happens when a heater core is clogged? Hot coolant that has passed through other parts of the engine is run through the heater core as air is forced past it and into the cabin of the vehicle to heat it. A clogged heater core will prevent the coolant from passing through it, limiting the amount of heat that can be transferred. Why is my heater not working in my car? If your vehicle’s heater isn’t working as well as it used to, or has stopped working entirely, it may be the result of a clog in your heater core....
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Should I replace slave and master cylinder?

Should I replace slave and master cylinder? The hard line only needs to be replaced if there are signs of rusting, or if there is any sign of damage that could result in the line failing. The vacuum pump is an excellent way to bleed the system. As many others have suggested, I agree that replacing both the master and the slave is the best course of action. How do you replace a clutch slave cylinder? Step 1: Prepare the clutch slave cylinder. Remove the clutch slave cylinder from its package. Visually check to see if there are any damages...
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Can a 5l belt fit in a 4L pulley?

Can a 5l belt fit in a 4L pulley? This belt will not work in the pulley, and no amount of tensioning will give good results. Here's an example of a 5L belt in the groove of a 4L pulley. See how much of the belt is visible at the sides? What kind of pulley do I need for idler? When you’re searching for a general purpose drive or idler, the most difficult and confusing part can be determining how a specific pulley will work with your belt. We don’t want you to get into a situation where you’ve to...
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How to troubleshoot most central AC problems?

How to troubleshoot most central AC problems? AC problems caused by closed/blocked air vents: AC struggles to cool your home Ice on refrigerant lines Frozen evaporator coil Water leaking from your AC Damaged compressor Blower motor problems Increased duct leakage (higher AC bills) Why is my AC unit not working properly? That dirt limits the amount of air your AC unit can breathe in. And when your AC isn’t getting enough airflow into the system, it causes a whole host of AC problems and can eventually lead to complete system failure. What to do: Go to your thermostat and check...
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Does oil change make engine quieter?

Does oil change make engine quieter? The oil viscosity definitely affects mechanical noise levels. Some engines are notorious for being noisy on dirty/old oil. When my old Miata needed an oil change, the lifters would tap very loudly. Replacing the oil would always make the noise go away. What kind of noise does a car make when it is low on oil? There’s a distinctive sound that the car engine makes when the oil is low. It resembles a clicking, ticking or tapping noise. Thankfully, this condition is one of the easiest to diagnose; just take a look at the...
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Is there a problem with my GMC Sierra 1500?

Is there a problem with my GMC Sierra 1500? It's not us. The contact owns a 2007 GMC Sierra 1500. While driving 70 mph, the engine power reduced warning indicator illuminated and the vehicle decelerated to 30 mph. The driver quickly coasted over to the side of the road, powered off the engine, and waited for a few minutes. How to troubleshoot a GM 4.8L 5.3L truck? The most logical starting point, when troubleshooting a misfire on your 4.8L, 5.3L or 6.0L pickup, van or SUV is testing the COP coils for spark. Why? Because a failed COP coil is...
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What happens if you run out of automatic transmission fluid?

What happens if you run out of automatic transmission fluid? Generally, your car will not drive at all if you have completely run out of transmission fluid. This is especially true if your car uses an automatic transmission. In an automatic vehicle, the transmission fluid provides a coupling between the engine's output and the gears in your transmission. How to check and add fluid to your automatic transmission? Wipe the dipstick on a clean rag or paper towel, reinsert it and pull it out again to check the transmission fluid level. The fluid level should be between two marks labeled...
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Why does my car not have enough power?

Why does my car not have enough power? This means you can’t get the power you need if you’re trying to accelerate when overtaking or going uphill. While the fuel filter is the most common problem with the fuel system and is the easiest to fix, a lack of power could also point to issues with the fuel line or the fuel pump. What causes bogging down when driving no power? Bogging down when driving no power.... Idles fine pressing the gas pedal.... In first gear it has very little or no power .... It crawls ....checked oil & water...
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What kind of drive does a GMC Sierra 2500 have?

What kind of drive does a GMC Sierra 2500 have? Offered in a broad range of body styles and configurations, the 2003 GMC Sierra 2500 HD rolls into the model year with many revisions, including a freshened front fascia and renovated side moldings. The 2500 HD comes in Standard, SLE, SLT and Work Truck trims, with your choice of two or four wheel drive depending on the model. Are there any problems with my 2003 Duramax? Thaks for the help. injectors,water pump,headgaskets,injectors again,instrument cluster,steering shaft,pinion seal,and injectors again. I have on 03 with 66,000 on it and know problems. Friend...
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Is it legal to swap a Camaro for an LS?

Is it legal to swap a Camaro for an LS? Now if you swap that nice LS into a first gen, or second gen camaro you have it smogged to be legal in California anyway. Smog exempt does not mean your not "suppost to" be compliant, no matter what car you drive its "suppost to be" legal as in all the smog stuff that it came with, its actually supost to have it. Why do you need a LS engine for a Camaro? No more fiddling with finicky carburetors. On an LS engine, the computer is so efficient and so...