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What to do when your engine power is reduced?

What to do when your engine power is reduced? Technically, you can (usually) drive slowly when Engine Power Reduced is illuminated on the dash. However, doing so is not recommended. It is best to tow your vehicle to the nearest repair facility, as driving at extremely low speeds can be dangerous. How much does it cost to fix low engine power? If you were to have a repair garage check out a low power issue they will charge between 1 and 2 hours of labor or between $85.00 and $160.00 typically. The rub is they need to be right or...
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Can a low oil level cause a car to knock?

Can a low oil level cause a car to knock? The engine oil is not related to the ignition timing or engine knocking of your car engine. It could affect it indirectly, though if you have such a low engine oil level, it is causing the engine’s low oil pressure. What does it mean when someone is knocking on your engine? Your car is idling and you’re impatiently waiting, listening to engine noise. You have places to be and time is running out. It sounds like someone keeps banging on your oil pan with a hammer, rhythmically rap-rap-rapping. If your...
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What is this rattling sound in my truck?

What is this rattling sound in my truck? If the rattling sound sounds like it is coming from underneath your vehicle, you likely are experiencing a problem with your exhaust system. Exhaust system problems include catalytic converter problems, muffler issues or corroded pipe, can sound like light rattling to rocks shaking beneath your car. How would you describe the sound of a truck? POPPING – Sharp, explosive sounds can be described as popping and usually aren't as loud as banging. RUMBLING – Almost a roar, but sounds like it's far away. SCRAPING – Usually a high-pitched jeet-jeet sort of noise...
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Why does my Dodge Ram have no sound?

Why does my Dodge Ram have no sound? All three speakers (post tweeter, driver door, rear door) have no sound. It's not the balance control. I figured since all three didn't produce sound that it might be the radio. I first checked the wires that plug in the back by wiggling them, but that seems to be okay. I replaced the radio with another stock radio and that didn't solve it. Why does my CD player not work in my Dodge Ram? It also makes a noise that sounds like it is attempting to eject a CD when there is...
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Where is the fuel filter located on a 98 Dodge Ram?

Where is the fuel filter located on a 98 Dodge Ram? Where is the fuel filter on a 1998 Dodge Ram 1500 5.2 Liter V8 and how do you change it? Dodge Mechanic: Ron Z. The fuel filter/fuel pressure regulator is located on top of fuel pump module. You will need to drop the fuel tank, and remove the fuel pump module to replace the fuel filter. Where is the fuel filter located on 97 Dodge Ram 1500? Where is the fuel filter located on my Dodge? The fuel filter is always going to be found between the fuel tank...
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What happens when the fuel pump goes out on a Dodge Dakota?

What happens when the fuel pump goes out on a Dodge Dakota? There are physical signs that you can feel when your Dakota’s fuel pump is going out. Before taking anything apart, check to see if your engine’s computer has any trouble codes saved in it. The engine may throw a P0087 trouble code. This trouble code detects that the fuel rail/system pressure is too low. What's the best way to clean a fuel pump? If you get any of the fuel system cleaner on your hands, wash them with soap and water. Fill your tank with pump gas. The...
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Where is the fuse panel on a Ford E-450?

Where is the fuse panel on a Ford E-450? Ford E-450 (1997 – 2008) – fuse box diagram. Ford E-450 (1997 – 2008) – fuse box diagram. Instrument panel fuse panel. The fuse panel is located below and to the left of the steering wheel by the brake pedal. Where are the fuses located on a Honda Accord? The fuses are located on the left side of the dash panel behind a cover. It is located in the center of plenum chamber (engine code BEW only, from June 2003 up to December 2006 only). Located in the protective housing on...
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Why is the battery on my Mitsubishi Galant not working?

Why is the battery on my Mitsubishi Galant not working? After several weeks of driving with this condition, the car refused to start. The battery was completely drained. Mechanic tested the new battery and found it to be bad. Replaced with new second new battery. Symptoms disappeared totally for about 2 weeks. Now back to same symptoms of having the battery light come on at start up. What's the idle speed on a Mitsubishi Galant? The car will idle around 1200 rpm. 4- put your foot on the brakes, put the car in drive, don't go anywhere! 5- slowly start...
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Why did my slip indicator light come on?

Why did my slip indicator light come on? The slip indicator will come on when there is a traction control issue or when there is a malfunction in the system. Low fluid in the brake system will cause the slip light to come on with the VCD light. Why would the slip light come on? What is a slip indicator? The slip indicator light is on when the traction control is malfunctioning. If these lights are coming on while driving then the vehicles traction and stability systems are kicking in due to a problem that is seen. This can be...
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Why does my Dodge Ram have no oil pressure?

Why does my Dodge Ram have no oil pressure? I figured it was the sending unit since the gauge went to zero with no noises and knowing the truck would have oil. It was a little bit low but not enough to cause no pressure. Why does oil pressure drop in Dodge Durango? I have a 98 dodge Durango 4x4 with the 5.2 magnum v8 super charged camed and when its idling its fine but when it gets warmed up it drops and even when I put it in gear and when I'm driving down the road and when I...