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How is the hazard light connected to the turn signal?

How is the hazard light connected to the turn signal? The brake light circuit and the turn signal circuit have crossed paths somewhere. The wires carrying the power supply from the turn signal switch is connected or touching the brake wires. The hazard light button is essentially an additional power source and switch for the turn signal circuit. Is there a problem with my left turn signal? So I was having the left turn signal issue that was intermittent and would activate the "hazard" lights (all 4 signals flashing; 6 if you count the side mirrors). So I researched here,...
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When does the death wobble start in a jeep?

When does the death wobble start in a jeep? So just because you own a Jeep does not mean you are going to be affected. However, if it does happen, it usually starts when one tire hits a groove, pothole, or some other bump in the pavement at speeds around 45 miles-per-hour - or even after a heavy tap on the brake. If playback doesn't begin shortly, try restarting your device. What causes the wheel to wobble on a jeep? Anyone who has driven a Jeep for any length of time most likely knows all about the wobble. That wheel...
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Why does my Car start after I fill up the gas tank?

Why does my Car start after I fill up the gas tank? When I fill the gas tank up, the car has trouble starting. It happened several times already. I would then try for a while until I start it up again. After that, the car would run fine until I fill the gas tank up the following time. I went to a shop for this but they couldn't fix it. Do you have any idea why this happens? Thank you. Why is my gas cap hard to start? The gas cap has a couple of spring loaded valves inside,...
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What causes vibration at 25 to 30 mph?

What causes vibration at 25 to 30 mph? Discussion in ' 5th Gen 4Runners (2010+) ' started by Kennyp, Nov 24, 2018 . Just noticed a vibration at 25 to 30 mph that feels like driving on corrugated road. It only happens between the speeds I mentioned. No new tires, rims or anything added. Nothing stuck to rims. What should I do when I feel a vibration in my drive shaft? During the test drive, the vibration must be classified into whether it is vehicle-speed related or engine-speed related. To determine if a vibration is vehicle- or engine-speed related, the...
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Should you leave the car engine in idle for a while before turning it off after a long drive?

Should you leave the car engine in idle for a while before turning it off after a long drive? The engine is at operating temperature and there is no benefit to the engine in running it at idle before turning it off. If there is an electric fan, it will continue to run after turning off the engine to help cool it down. How long can you leave your engine running? Idling your car for 30 seconds to a minute is acceptable, and it will not cause any harm to your vehicle. With advanced technology, even if you let your...
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What does code P1516?

What does code P1516? The code P1516 is is for the throttle position sensor. It looks like the car's computer is putting the engine in "failsafe mode" to prevent the car from being driven much further. What does the code p1516 mean on a Chevy? P1516 CHEVROLET Meaning The Engine Control Module (ECM) is the control center for the Throttle Actuator Control (TAC) system. The ECMdetermines the drivers intent and then calculates the appropriate throttle response. The ECMachieves throttle positioning by providing a pulse width modulated voltage to the TAC motor. What are the possible causes of a p1682 Chevrolet?...
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How do you know if your car can handle a long trip?

How do you know if your car can handle a long trip? Ask your mechanic to check the following.Tires. A tire blowout is one of the most common car problems during a long trip. Brakes. Just as worn tires make it difficult to stop, worn brake pads can make braking scary and dangerous. Battery. Fluids. Lights and Wipers. Air Filter. Air Conditioning. How many miles can I expect my car to last? A typical passenger car should last 200,000 miles or more, says Rich White, executive director of the nonprofit Car Care Council (which offers a free car care guide)....
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What are the symptoms of a bad oil control valve?

What are the symptoms of a bad oil control valve? Below are the top 5 symptoms of a bad oil control valve which you need to watch for. When you don’t have a steady flow of oil lubricating the components of the engine because of a faulty oil control valve, then it will slow down the operation of the engine. What happens when the oil line valve is closed? In our heating oil line valve photo at above right the valve has been manually CLOSED - no oil will flow. The threaded valve stem has disappeared down into the valve...
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How much Freon does a 2002 Silverado take?

How much Freon does a 2002 Silverado take? The 2002 Chevy Silverado freon capacity iS48 ounces for front and rear air conditioner. Can a refrigerant be added to a GMC Envoy? Most refrigerants include a leak sealer that will seal small leaks in addition to filling the R134a refrigerant. The A/C system in your Envoy consists of a compressor that is belt-driven, an evaporator and freon. If there is a problem with your compressor or evaporator, adding freon will not restore cooling. What to do about a GMC Envoy Air Conditioner leak? When the air conditioner in your 2009 GMC...
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What causes a Chevy Suburban engine to overheat?

What causes a Chevy Suburban engine to overheat? Excessive heat causes the chemical additives in engine oil to react with each other, & turn into God-knows-what. This can, in some cases, form an acid that will actually HURT that engine if the oil isnt changed quickly. Good Luck! I have the 5.3L, 16K mile. What should I do if my Silverado truck is overheating? Fill the radiator with coolant and allow the truck to run for 20 minutes. This will determine if the coolant level is low, causing the truck to overheat. Use extreme caution when working with the coolant...