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What does Service Tire Monitor mean on my 2004 Tahoe?

What does Service Tire Monitor mean on my 2004 Tahoe? 07-22-2004, 09:55 AM. The Tahoe is set up with a tire pressure warning device. The sensors for this system are part of the valve assembly on the wheel. If the new wheels do not have the sensors in the valves, the system will keep going off because it is not getting a signal from the wheels. Can you get 4 wheel drive on a Chevy Tahoe? Cannot engage 4 wheel drive. Service 4 wheel drive light is on. Occassionally can get it to go in, but then can't get it...
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How do you install an IP timing gear?

How do you install an IP timing gear? Apply sealant to the timing cover and install over the IP timing gear. Thread the 4 bolts in very loosely to make installation of the IP easier. Align the slot in the IP to mate with the dowel in the 4 o'clock position. Install the IP to engage with the IP timing gear about half way. What's the best way to set timing on an IDI? Install the washers and nuts on the IP before fully engaging the IP. Install the IP shaft to timing gear bolts (the 12 point ones). Tighten...
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Can low oil cause starting problems?

Can low oil cause starting problems? Low oil levels can cause the engine to seize, or not turn over. Not only can low only levels cause a car to not start, but it can also damage the engine. What happens if you have water in your engine oil? It’s very likely that you’ve done some damage to your engine. The oil circulation is pretty high, so it’s almost certain that the water was stirred up into the oil and when that happens the engine is running without lubrication and the water/oil sludge can become lodged in hydraulic parts like the...
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How many cars have lost their power steering?

How many cars have lost their power steering? Think about that – not even a handful of automobiles experienced power steering loss, but that was enough to send 423,000 cars and SUVs back to dealerships all over the country. What to do if you have a power steering problem? What to do: give your power steering pump pulley a thorough inspection, or have a professional mechanic take a look. If you have a buddy who’s willing to help, safely jack your car up and have one person turn the wheel while the others inspects the power steering belt. What does...
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How is power fed to a window relay?

How is power fed to a window relay? Power is also fed to terminal 85 of the relay coil on both relays. Terminal 87A is connected directly to ground, so this terminal becomes the chassis ground input. Then, terminal 30 is wired directly to the window motor relay. How does a DC window motor relay work? The DC motor works in the nominal 2 to 5 Amp current range. For this reason, a relay has almost always been used to control the motor. The basic motor operation is done by reversing the polarity of it's power and ground input. It...
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What would cause a rotten egg smell in my house?

What would cause a rotten egg smell in my house? The two most common sources for rotten egg smell in the home are electrical components (inside of outlets for example) or a natural gas leak. Natural gas manufacturers are required to add a chemical, called mercaptan, to their gas in order to make it easier to detect a leak. Why does my exhaust smell like rotten eggs? Two other causes of rotten eggs besides a broken catalytic converter include an engine that is running too hot or a broken fuel pressure regulator. You can easily deal with the fuel pressure...
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What kind of car is regular cab short box?

What kind of car is regular cab short box? The dark grey one with the cap is a 1991 4.3 litre V6 4x4 regular cab short box automatic. Runs and moves but has no breaks and has holes in the frame, has good parts on it and drivetrain. Is there a regular cab short box in Ontario? Regular Cab Short Box | Kijiji in Ontario. - Buy, Sell & Save with Canada's #1 Local Classifieds. Our 2019 RAM 1500 Classic Express Regular Cab 4X4 demonstrates outstanding functionality in Blue Streak Pearl! Where can I buy a 2012 Chevy Silverado short...
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Is it easy to troubleshoot a trailer light?

Is it easy to troubleshoot a trailer light? While it's never a good idea to dive into a wiring project blind, trailer wiring is actually very simple to work on and troubleshoot. For the most part, the wiring harness that operates your trailer lights is a closed system. Is the wiring on a trailer a closed system? For the most part, the wiring harness that operates your trailer lights is a closed system. How many wires are in a Silverado trailer? Strip wires of the chassis harness. Each aftermarket trailer wiring kit uses wires of different colors. The first-generation Silverado...
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Why does a Chevelle TH400 have less torque?

Why does a Chevelle TH400 have less torque? While rolling at a slow speed fully depress the throttle to see where the RPM will flash (or peak) to. This method will not be true if tires spin or the car is rolling too fast. Due to the turbine already turning in the torque converter (it is the part the input shaft is splined into) you end up with less torque multiplication. What was the Wot on a 1970 GM TH400? Thanks, Bill....I suspected, the "6 bolt converter" might possibly have been used, on other GM brands, and some non-High Performance...
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How do I identify torsion bars?

How do I identify torsion bars? How to Know If a Torsion Bar Is BadShine a flashlight into the wheel well of the car or truck. The torsion bar will be sticking out from the car's frame perpendicularly. Feel along the torsion bar for rust. Rust patches will feel gritty like a scab. Turn the car of truck on and take it for a test drive. What kind of torsion bar Keys do I Need? Crank it up with Rough Country's 2001-2010 Torsion Bar Leveling Kit. Featuring a set of durable, forged Torsion bar Keys, this kit affords you plenty...