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Do power steering hoses just burst randomly or is it usually caused by installation error?
Power steering pump went out 10 months ago. Took it to Pep Boys where they replaced it.
Today, while driving, the power steering goes out again....
It was explained to me at Pep Boys that the power steering hose had leaked, broke the power steering…
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What wears out windshield wipers?
If you use your windshield wipers when your windshield is mostly dry, are you damaging them at all?
My understanding has been that using your wipers on a dry windshield increases the amount of friction the motor has to work against, and therefore…
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What are the black dots that are at some windows edges?
I noticed that many windows have this kind of sun limiter at the edges and wondered what exactly they are.
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Idling issues on 1995 Kawasaki ZZR600
The bike was running rough and could not get a constant idle speed. I checked the air filter and it was pretty well shot (contamination, etc.). As I awaited delivery of the new air filter, as a test I ran the bike without the air filter and it had…
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Is it possible to charge car battery through cigar lighter socket?
I plan to modify my SUV into a camping car. Can I charge my car battery through cigar lighter socket with a 13.6 voltage when my engine is off? Also, can I power the air conditioning compressor and dashboard of my car through the same socket, and…
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What would be the best and cheapest way to fix these dents and scratches?
I have a 2012 VW Jetta. The other day I was pulling into my garage and hit the side of the car. There are several dents and paint scratches. What would be the cheapest and easiest way to get this damage fixed? Sorry if this question isn't fit for…
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How to Inspect a Fuel Filter to See if it Needs Replacing?
I bought a used 97 Mazda 323 BA 1.8L 16 Valve BP DOHC and the previous owner has no idea when the last time the fuel filter was changed ( he was pretty clueless about everything related to the car ).
There seems to be a bit of hesitation on…
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Is there an advantage using 2 smaller motors on Tesla car's rear axle?
Let me be clear: I am speaking about the rear wheel drive model.
After I've asked https://mechanics.stackexchange.com/questions/15342/number-of-motors-rwd-tesla , it seems Tesla's rear axle has only one motor.
Searching the Internet, it could not be…
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What is the best way to detail your car inside?
I bought a used car and its seat, doors, dashboard all needs some good cleaning job. I am thinking to shampoo the seats and side doors and then vacuuming it. But I don't know what shampoo to use and how to do it? I did clean mildew on gear using…
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What is this pipe coming out of the petrol tank under the seat
Sorry, this is a newbie question, but what is this pipe coming out from the petrol tank under the seat? The bike is a 1989 Kawasaki ZZR 250:
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Why aren't my "street performance" pads performing well on the street?
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I drive a 1989 BMW 325i, and a few months ago I got a brake lining warning light. I gladly took the opportunity to upgrade from OEM rotors and pads to nice, shiny, new cross-drilled and slotted rotors with street performance pads that…
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Strange surging and like it's going to stall, hesitant whilst idling
I have been having an issue with my Peugeot 207 (2008 model) 1.6L VTI petrol engine.
The cam cover was replaced by the garage but hasn't fixed the problem. I have lost faith in them. I have managed to record and upload an example of the noise it…
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Does gasoline ruin an air filter?
The carburetor on my 2005 Honda Shadow Aero (VT750C) had a bad leak and flooded the air cleaner assembly with gasoline. The air filter was completely soaked with gas, so I let it air dry. Is my filter ruined, or is it okay now that it's dry?
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Replace front brake pads and rotors?
I went to my Honda dealership for a B-1 service, and he came back saying that I needed to replace both my front brake pads and rotors. The quote for that is $531. I am wondering if I should go ahead and get it done, or have someone else take a look…
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Car Suddenly Decides To Not Crank
Today I turned the key to start up my car and all the lights (headlights and instrument panel) came on bright and normal, but the engine made absolutely no sound. It wouldn't start, it didn't even try to crank, it was like it there was no motor at…
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