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Why arent my back speakers working?

Why arent my back speakers working? Verify that the rear surround speakers are properly connected to the Audio/Video (A/V) receiver. Increase the rear speaker volume or surround speaker settings to maximum. Try selecting a different size (small or large) for the rear surround speakers in the menu. Why does my Chev Silverado have no sound? No sound from speakers, but the radio is showing volume and station. Pop the hood and find the fuse that says "radio." Pull it and flip it around the other direction and put it back in. There is also one that says "radio amp." When...
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When to shift gears based on the RPM of the engine?

When to shift gears based on the RPM of the engine? In a manual transmission, the driver rather than the engine shifts the gears of the car. A driver knows when to shift gears based on the RPM or revolutions per minute of the engine. Shifting at a higher RPM provides increases the acceleration of the car, but if the RPM gets too high it can damage the engine or blow up the car. Why does my transmission shift hard from 1st to 2nd gear? The fluid gets dirty over time and when it does, it causes plenty of troubles....
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Is 9005 your high beam?

Is 9005 your high beam? As earlier mentioned, the 9005 LED bulb is a high beam bulb that goes into the vehicle headlight. Being a high beam light means it produces much light that illuminates a sizeable distance ahead when driving. The two are quite different, with the 9006 being a low beam bulb. Is there a 4 headlight high beam rule? 2 - Some states have a 4 headlight rule. I my case I left the fog light wire unplugged so that they don't come on with the other lights. Sure is a lot brighter with all four headlights...
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Should I rotate 5 tires?

Should I rotate 5 tires? 5 Tire Rotation is Better than 4 Tire Rotation While not essential, it's much more consistent than just rotation 4 tires and is recommended if the option is available to you. Along with tread life, road force balance is also important for vehicle maintenance and handling. Which is the correct tire rotation for 4 wheel drive? 3. Rearward cross. This pattern is used for rear-wheel drive or 4-wheel drive vehicles. The rear tires move straight up to the front, while the front tires move to the opposite rear positions. Why do directional tires rotate in...
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Is my Duramax a lly or LB7?

Is my Duramax a lly or LB7? If the 8th digit of your VIN number is a 1, then it is a LB7 Duramax (the early engine). If the 8th digit is a 2, then it is a LLY. In mid 2004, GM switched to this newer LLY engine. Is there a 6.6L Duramax in the Silverado? GM’s 6.6L L5P Duramax joined the ranks of Chevrolet Silverado HD and GMC Sierra HD trucks in 2017. While the trucks’ exteriors looked very similar to the LML Duramax, with exception to the newly found hood-scoop, the L5P diesel engine hardly resembles the...
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Is there power steering fluid on a Chevy Cobalt?

Is there power steering fluid on a Chevy Cobalt? There is no power steering fluid to add on a cobalt the steering is electric. Small electric motors help you turn the wheel. If you have a problem turning you may have to have the electric motor replaced. What's the VIN number on a Chevy Cobalt? Problem affects Cobalts if end of VIN number is less than 67661747. If car is still under warranty, this is a free fix. I am keeping a steady pace with traffic when all of the sudden my steering wheel begins to shake and I begin...
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Does exhaust leak affect O2 sensor?

Does exhaust leak affect O2 sensor? Large drops, such as around a 25 percent decrease, are often attributed to an exhaust leak. This is because an exhaust leak will throw off the reading of the oxygen sensor in the exhaust system. The o2 sensor helps dictate how much fuel to send to the motor for combustion. Can an exhaust leak affect AFR? When in "closed loop," the ECU can detect a lean, or rich, condition and add/subtract fuel to compensate, bringing the observed AFR back in line. When an exhaust leak is present, the ECU can detect a false lean...
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Where was the 1978 Corvette light blue pulled from?

Where was the 1978 Corvette light blue pulled from? 1978 Corvette Light Blue Pulled from the swamps of Miami! Its a driver and back on the road! Ok friday afternoon update. Why did Chevrolet give up certifying the corvette? Inflation was rampant, the economy was in the doldrums and the Corvette was awful. But in California it was doubly awful, as Chevrolet that year gave up trying to certify the Corvette's 350-cubic-inch V8 for that state's more stringent emissions requirements. Where are the spark plugs on my car? There are a couple down by the starter, and prolly one (or...
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How much torque does a pinion nut produce?

How much torque does a pinion nut produce? This sleeve must be replaced every time the pinion nut is torqued. Many mechanics use an impact gun while others insist the nut should be torqued by hand. Either way, the nut should be tightened to produce 24-32-in-lb of torque to turn the pinion gear with a new bearing. This is without the ring gear in place. Click to expand... Can a torque wrench be used to turn a pinion shaft? If you want to use a torque wrench then buy a crush sleeve and pull the axles and carrier out. Then...
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Where is cabin air filter on 2004 Chevy Silverado?

Where is cabin air filter on 2004 Chevy Silverado? Sensor installed was from NAPA lost reverse in my 2004 chevy hd lost reverse,says shift range prohibited. error codes are po700 po743 and po741. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado... 2004 Chevrolet Silverado... When did GM change the cabin air filters? I was told when I bought the truck new in 2003 that it had cabin air filters, but GM made a change the previous year that even the dealership wasn't aware of. Be sure and watch before trying to change your GM truck cabin air filters! Loading... Where can I buy a cabin...