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Why is the power window on my car not working?

Why is the power window on my car not working? The problem lies in the window regulator. If you’re seeing the toggling voltage, the problem is in the window regulator. It’s either a bad motor or a broken regulator that’s causing the motor to stall. Reconnect the electrical connector to the motor and try operating the window. What kind of regulator does a power window motor use? Most manufacturers now use cable type regulators. With the cable regulator, the motor drives a wire cable though the mechanism. A series of plastic pulleys guides the cable. A regulator carriage attaches to...
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How do you open the rear hatch on a Chrysler minivan?

How do you open the rear hatch on a Chrysler minivan? This sliding lock arm bar must be able to move very freely along an elongated hole in the bar held by a loose rivet. The power actuator moves the handle lock arm bar sideways and engages the outer latch release handle allowing you to open the liftgate. What to do if your rear hatch won't open? Try the plug first. Pull it out, you will probably find sound deadner inslation, pull it out of the way. Then what you will find is a vertical threaded rod (from the key...
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Is it OK to drill holes in a fire pit?

Is it OK to drill holes in a fire pit? It looks like you clean out and store your metal fire pit someplace after each use; there are no ashes in it, you don't have a hole to drain rain water, and the grass under it is green. Drilling holes will be areas for rust to form. While that is an option, it will quicken end of life as well as let embers fall through. Is there a drain hole in the bottom of a floodlight? We always drill a small drain hole in bottom of any any external connection...
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What happens when a throttle body sensor goes bad?

What happens when a throttle body sensor goes bad? In the case of the throttle body (and related sensor), when this happens it causes false information to be relayed to the car’s computer, resulting in faulty corrections to the air-fuel mixture. You may notice a switch into “limp-home” mode, where power to the car’s engine power is reduced and throttle operation is limited. When to address a bad throttle body assembly? The quick answer is no. Once it starts to show signs of going bad or being clogged, you should address the problem right away. Otherwise the vehicle may stall...
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Why do I have a hesitation at 3000 rpm?

Why do I have a hesitation at 3000 rpm? Last night I cleaned the MAF (mass airflow sensor) with MAF cleaner (I took it out and sprayed the heck out of it...let it dry and did it again and again), changed the air fliter (stock) and changed the spark plugs (they were due for a change (I used the correct NGKs)). I was pretty confident that I outsmarted the problem...but it is still there. What does it mean when your engine hesitates under load? An engine that hesitates, stumbles or misfires when accelerating or when it is under load, is...
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What kind of gas does a Chrysler 300 use?

What kind of gas does a Chrysler 300 use? When I got my 300, the first tank of gas I put in was the "cheap" stuff and things seem to run just fine. The owners manual for my 3.5l says that the recommended gas is 89 octane, which is what I have been putting in since. When I got my 300, the first tank of gas I put in was the "cheap" stuff and things seem to run just fine. What kind of AWD system does Chrysler 300 have? The AWD system seamlessly engages at any speed offering optimal traction...
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What do you call the front end Assembly?

What do you call the front end Assembly? Find out how to identify problem areas with a thorough front end assembly check on your car. What is the front end assembly? The group of parts that we call the front end assembly include both the steering system and the suspension system of the vehicle. What can cause problems with front end Assembly? Worn components or loose front-end assembly parts can cause a host of dangerous problems. Safe driving, responsive steering and fast stopping are all put in jeopardy if problems creep in and suspension and steering parts loosen or corrode....
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How does the TPS monitor the throttle position?

How does the TPS monitor the throttle position? The TPS monitors the position of the throttle valve, which regulates how much air is supplied to the engine. Your gas pedal is attached to the the throttle valve (either electronically or mechanically) — as you press the pedal farther in, the valve opens more. What does the Check Engine light on a TPS sensor mean? If your TPS sensor has turned on the check engine light, you may need to clear it with a scanner. The check engine light will not always go away after replacement of the TPS. The TPS...
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Why does my car stop working when the transmission dies?

Why does my car stop working when the transmission dies? You may experience vibrations, slippage (engine revs but vehicle does not accelerate as it should) or different shift patterns in your vehicle. The gear shift on your car will stop working when the transmission dies. This may be caused by a bad fluid pump in the transmission, which can lead to total gear breakdown. Why does my transmission go out of gear when I step on the gas? Sometimes when driving, the transmission drops out of gear resulting in the engine racing up, and then either sliding — or banging...
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Why does the engine light keep flashing on my PT Cruiser?

Why does the engine light keep flashing on my PT Cruiser? The engine light flashing on a PT Cruiser is meant to indicate a potential problem with the vehicle. If following these steps does not cause the light to stop flashing, take the vehicle to a mechanic to diagnose any mechanical faults. What are the problems with a 2007 PT Cruiser? Unfortunately, engine lights that will not turn off seem to be a prevalent PT Cruiser problem. The common symptoms for the 2007 PT Cruiser are overheating accompanied by the engine light turning on. The code P0340 is often displayed...