Why does the temperature gauge on my AC not work? The temperature gauge dropping should not matter to the AC system as it only cares that the coolant temperature is below 253 degrees. However it could be a symptom of the problem. What causes an engine temperature gauge to stay on cold? Reasons Why your Engine Temperature Gauge Stays on Cold 1. Faulty Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 2. Faulty Gauge/Cluster 3. Broken wires to the sensor or to the gauge 4. Bad Thermostat 5. Corrosion in connectors 6. Air in the coolant system 7. Broken engine control unit Can a...

When was the last year Plymouth cars were made? From a peak production of 973,000 for the 1973 model year, Plymouth rarely exceeded 200,000 cars per year after 1990. Even the Voyager sales were usually less than 50% that of Dodge Caravan. In Canada, the Plymouth name was defunct at the end of the 1999 model year. When did Chrysler stop using the name Plymouth? The "Chrysler" portion of the nameplate was dropped with the introduction of the Plymouth Model U in 1929. What kind of engine did Plymouth have in 1939? The 1939 convertible coupe was prominently featured at...

Do all vehicles have black box event recorders? Popularly known as "black boxes," event data recorders (EDRs) have helped investigators solve the mysteries of airplane crashes for decades. Now they've become standard in almost every new car sold. Does a black box record an accident? Does a Black Box record an accident? Yes, a black box can see if you've had an accident and will record it. The black box measures G-force and so will recognise the force of an impact, if it's over a certain amount, on your car and this data can be used by your insurer to...

How long does a Generac Guardian generator last? When I install a generator how long will it last? According to the Generac design department, they are engineered for 40 years. It is not uncommon to expect 25 years of reliable service from a properly maintained generator. How loud is a Generac Guardian generator? 66dB Generators and Noise The Generac Guardian line produces just 66dB at 23 feet. What model Generac do I have? The Generac pressure washer model number and serial number are located on a sticker on the side of the engine housing next to the recoil assembly. How...

How does an instrument cluster work? A car's instrument cluster houses the various displays and indicators that enable a driver to operate the vehicle. Among these are several gauges – often a speedometer, odometer, tachometer, oil pressure gauge, fuel gauge, etc. – as well as various indicators for system malfunctions and warnings. What is the purpose of an instrument cluster? Automotive Instrument clusters provide drivers a centralized and easily viewable location for displaying all critical automobile information. Today’s instrument clusters provide graphical gauge readouts on large, high resolution color displays. Which is the main input for k-means clustering? The main...

Where is the orifice tube located in an AC system? Some systems are designed so that the orifice tube is mounted in the high side of the liquid refrigerant line in the evaporator. In some systems, the orifice tube can be mounted in the condenser outlet, which can soften the hissing noises that traditionally are produced when this type of A/C system is turned off. What is orifice in AC? Orifice tubes for car air conditioning system The orifice tube is a tube with a given length and cross-section which expands the refrigerant but, unlike the expansion valve, it is...

What kind of OEM is a random cylinder misfire? The OEM are plastic and the shaft starts to wobble as they wear and age and produce misfires.. Got a new one made from aluminum with cap and sensor for $34 on eBay, works great. I first had changed everything from sensors to filters and injectors, but it was the distributor. What are the symptoms of a GM misfire code? Whether your GM vehicle has a V6 or a V8, if one cylinder or two cut out, it won't run on 100% engine power and this will cause some of the...

Where is the thermostat on 350 Cummins? the thermostat is a sliding type deal behind the radiator snout. When to replace the thermostat in a Cummins Engine? Malfunctioning thermostats can lead to irreversible damage in the cylinder head. Avoid a complete rebuild by replacing the thermostat in your Cummins 3.9 and 5.9L engines during routine maintenance. Our in-stock guarantee ensures minimal downtime, as many popular parts are ready to ship the same day of purchase. What happens if the thermostat is installed backwards? Answer: A thermostat installed backward will cause the engine to overheat quickly, similar to a thermostat being...

What to do if a cylinder 6 misfire? Replace the faulty spark plug or replace all spark plugs as a set if failure was due to a worn out plug. Replace the leaking valve cover gasket then replace the failed coil, plug wires, and plugs. Replace the ECM for a bad circuit that powers the fuel injector or coil for number 6. What is the trouble code for cylinder 6? P0306 is a diagnostic trouble code (DTC) for "Cylinder 6 Misfire Detected". This can happen for multiple reasons and a mechanic needs to diagnose the specific cause for this code...

Where is the Central Timing Module on a Dodge Durango? They said it's under the dash behind the steering column, but if it's in the kick panel I should be able to unscrew the three screws and plug it in myself, right? I'm also guessing I'll have to get my aftermarket "Viper" alarm system reprogrammed at the installer? How do you reset the PCM on a Dodge Ram? Disconnect the negative battery terminal. Insert the key in the ignition and turn it to the "on" position. Do not turn it past this position as if you are starting the truck....