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Why is my TBI fuel injection light on?

Why is my TBI fuel injection light on? Troubleshooting your TBI Fuel Injection System Most of the problems encountered while installing your fuel injection system or after a time of operation are very simple. If your check engine light is on you more than likely have a hard fault meaning something is grounded out, unplugged, operating out of range or has gone bad. Why is my Check Engine light on after installing fuel injection? Most of the problems encountered while installing your fuel injection system or after a time of operation are very simple. If your check engine light is...
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What to do when none of the brake lights work?

What to do when none of the brake lights work? None of the Brake Lights Work When none of the brake lights work, you need to concentrate on those components or devices that may affect the whole circuit: This includes the fuse, brake light switch, turn light switch (on some vehicle models), and the part of the circuit feeding current to the brake light circuit. Where is the brake light switch on my car? Fuse Box and Light Switch. You have to find the fuse box or the power distribution center (PDC). You will get the fuse panel under the...
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What causes a car to stall in the morning?

What causes a car to stall in the morning? Starts well in the morning but once it gets warm it jerks and slows until itn stops and stalls if you briefly switch off the engine for 3 seconds and restart it it starts well and moves for 3 to 5km and stalls again. It will do so all the way till you get home. What to do when your car stalls at idle? Use a good safe cleaner and wipe the throttle body all inside as much as you can and open the throttle and clean as deep as you...
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Can a Chevy Impala ignition cylinder lock up?

Can a Chevy Impala ignition cylinder lock up? Yes, this is also the same security system, although the faulty part and re-learn are different. The ignition cylinder can lock up if you leave the key in while you're taking the dashboard off. The dashboard will get hung on the key and bend the pins in the cylinder and you will have to replace the ignition cylinder. What's the security procedure for a Chevy Impala? Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF. then release the key to ON (vehicle will not start). Observe the SECURITY telltale, after approximately 10 minutes...
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Is it legal to convert a Hummer to a Duramax?

Is it legal to convert a Hummer to a Duramax? The short answer is that a Bureau of Automotive Repair (B.A.R.) label keeps your vehicle in compliance with regulatory bodies. 50 state legal conversions come with assurance knowing you are covered when you go to get your routine Smog check in California, or other counties that have adopted CARB’s standards. What kind of truck will replace the Hummer? The trucks are good! The Oshkosh Corporation was just awarded a huge contract by the U.S. military to build the truck that will replace the Hummer, dubbed Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV)....
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What do I need to replace my GMC Sierra thermostat?

What do I need to replace my GMC Sierra thermostat? Because this guide focuses on replacing your Sierra thermostat, if you are still having overheating problems, check our guide on overheating GEN III engines, and how to troubleshoot overheating. To replace your 4.8 liter Sierra thermostat, you’ll need coolant as well as a 10mm socket and wrench. When to replace coolant thermostat on a Duramax Diesel? This is a video I put together of me replacing my thermostats on my 2011 Duramax Diesel. This has the LML motor which was used in all chevy and GMC diesels from 2011 to...
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How old is the fuel filter on a Chevy truck?

How old is the fuel filter on a Chevy truck? First thing we replaced was the fuel filter. It was 9 years old and when we blew into it there was a lot of restriction. After that we ran through the tests under Fuel Pump. Can a clogged fuel filter cause an engine to stall? It’s true that sometimes when the filter is clogged or partly dirty, fuel will somehow go through the filter but will substantially clog the car’s injector or carburetor. And when this happens, it will cause the engine to stall, having start problems and much more....
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How much oil should I put in my GM Sierra?

How much oil should I put in my GM Sierra? First off, the General Motors standard for acceptable oil usage in the Sierra is 0.946 liter every 3200 km. If you notice that your truck is regularly running above that (or it just feels high to you) it’s can never hurt to make an appointment at your local shop for an oil consumption test. Is there a solution for 5.3 GM engine burning oil? While having performance affecting flaws in your vehicle can be frustrating, know that there are solutions for the 5.3 GM engine burning oil that can keep...
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How do you calculate cents per mile?

How do you calculate cents per mile? To calculate the “cost per mile,” divide the cost by the number of miles you drove that month. For example, “fixed costs per mile” is calculated by dividing $2515 (fixed costs) by 8,400 (miles), which gives us $0.30 per mile. Using the same method, we calculate variable costs to be $0.70. How many cents do you get paid per mile? More In Tax ProsPeriodRates in cents per mileSourceBusiness201958IR-2018-2512018 TCJA54.5IR-2017-204 IR-2018-127201753.5IR-2016-169 Is 58 cents a mile good? The standard mileage rate increased to 58 cents per mile in 2019....Mileage rates: the good news and...
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Is #2 diesel ultra low sulfur?

Is #2 diesel ultra low sulfur? 2 diesel fuel that has a sulfur level between 15 ppm and 500 ppm (inclusive). It is used primarily in motor vehicle diesel engines for on-highway use. No. 2 diesel fuel that has a sulfur level no higher than 15 ppm....Category:Petroleum Consumption/SalesTopic:Sales of Fuel Oil and Kerosene: by End Use Are there any problems with ultra low sulfur diesel? Operators of old diesel engines may want to replace gaskets and seals as very old gaskets shrink and leak when running on low sulfur fuels. However, EPA and the Engine Manufacturers Association do not anticipate...