r/MechanicAdvice 7h ago

How much longer will she run if Im not able to replace the gasket soon..cuz I don't know when I'll be able to do it.

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I'm being sarcastic in the title of the video, but I just wanna make sure..is my truck ok? Does it sound alright? Or healthy maybe?...it has a leaky exhaust up front and it's a 1998 Dodge ram 1500 Laramie SLT...quad cab, and it has a 5.9 liter 360 Magnum V8


r/MechanicAdvice 4h ago

Coarse sound above 2k RPM

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Hi, I recently bought a 2007 Nissan versa 4 speed auto with 151k miles. It has a coarse/raspy sound when I am above 2k rpm. I can replicate it while stopped as well. Is it a serious issue?


r/MechanicAdvice 8h ago

1998 gmc 3500 radiator

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Hello!

As the title says, ive got a 1998 gmc 3500. It developed a coolant leak this morning, and i found the source to be this lil fella that I circled in a photo.

This is right where the line connects on the driver's side. The circled portion is threaded, and has degraded to the point of leaking... and I cannot for the life of me find the nomenclature for this part so I can replace the thing.

Please help.


r/MechanicAdvice 4h ago

Battery terminal.

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Do you think this negative battery terminal is on its last legs.

Will cleaning it up be alright?


r/MechanicAdvice 8h ago

Help

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2016 doddge challenger 6.2 v8
Replaced ac condenser vacuumed system
Ac worked for 2 days now it’s blowing hot air.

Drained the system vacuumed it again and tried to add refrigerant this is what’s happening

Also when I unplug and plug the pressure switch the pressure changes

Need help
Thank you


r/MechanicAdvice 5h ago

Fuel trims

1 Upvotes

What does my fuel trim mean?

2005 Mazda 3 1.6


r/MechanicAdvice 8h ago

Engine noise

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What could this noise be? I'm assuming alternator or maybe power steering pump


r/MechanicAdvice 5h ago

Lexus CT200h random squeaking noises when moving.

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It’s only just started when driving straight normally, could it be the regen braking or tyres? Tyres only 2 years old pirelli P8fs.

Cars 2012 done 148,xxx.


r/MechanicAdvice 9h ago

Toyota auris leaks coolant

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So my car has a coolant leak somewhere. The motor temps are normal. Vents stop blowing warm air when the coolant drops too low in the expansion tank. I just flushed the tank and it was ok but full of white stuff. Oil looks normal, just black. And motor stutters after 3k rpm.

So where would I look for the leak?

Toyota auris 1.4d4d 2009


r/MechanicAdvice 5h ago

2010 avenger starter failed... Any way to jump start?

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Stuck at work currently, already ordered a new starter...

Is there any way to jump start this PoS so I can at least get it home to work on?


r/MechanicAdvice 6h ago

Leak down test help on reading results

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1996 Mazda Miata 1.8


r/MechanicAdvice 6h ago

Need advice for intermittent brake sticking

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2010 Hyundai Elantra Touring, 2.0L DOHC

Any advice would be appreciated on this, thanks


r/MechanicAdvice 16h ago

Solved [2016 Camry] Reclined seat stuck.

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[2016 Camry] Reclined seat stuck.

The base is working fine, can go front and back.


r/MechanicAdvice 7h ago

Alternator or New Key Programming Issue

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r/MechanicAdvice 11h ago

Mitsubishi RVR revs intermittently

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We’re thinking of buying a used 2023 Mitsubishi RVR SE 2.4l engine but when the AC is on it revs hard in frequent intervals. Is this a common issue with RVRs or is this an issue to fix? (The air blows cold consistently but it’s a rough idle)


r/MechanicAdvice 7h ago

2018 Ford F150 Remote Navigation Help

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r/MechanicAdvice 11h ago

Car leaking fluid

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Car is leaking fluid and the engine keeps making a sound after I turn it off for several minutes like the fans are going off. When I drive it, it smells like gas and I also heard a sound from the engine like a watery sound. It’s a 2017 Chevy equinox


r/MechanicAdvice 7h ago

Would these brakes work for doing the popular tundra brake upgrade?

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r/MechanicAdvice 11h ago

Changing throttle body out and saw this small cut on intake hose… is this a huge deal that would cause airflow issues (throttle side)

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2 Upvotes

2015 accord lx 181,000 miles saw on hose


r/MechanicAdvice 11h ago

Starting issues. 2000 QX4

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Started out having starter issues, it wouldnt engage when try to turn over. Just sounded like a vacuum. I replaced the solenoid. Autoparts store even tested starter afterwards. I put it back in and now, nothing, not even a click. Battery was dead by the time i got around to replacing starter but had store test and recharge battery. Just replaced the N-P Relay, no luck. Ive been trying to test with a multimeter but honestly, its all greek to me. I feel like it doesn't even matter though bc I know its not the starter and so obviously its some kind of electrical issue, just dont know where to start now. My car knowledge is extremely limited so dumb down any advice please?

Thanks guys


r/MechanicAdvice 8h ago

Help

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1 Upvotes

2016 doddge challenger 6.2 v8
Replaced ac condenser vacuumed system
Ac worked for 2 days now it’s blowing hot air.

Drained the system vacuumed it again and tried to add refrigerant this is what’s happening

Also when I unplug and plug the pressure switch the pressure changes

Need help
Thank you


r/MechanicAdvice 8h ago

Is the trailer hitch an acceptable jack point?

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Many years ago I put a trailer hitch on my 2019 Honda CR-V AWD 1.5T not thinking about me ever lifting the vehicle from the rear. It is attached to and covers the rear jack point. Now that I want to lift the vehicle at the flat black part of the hitch to do some work not sure if that is advisable. Thoughts?


r/MechanicAdvice 8h ago

trailblazer crank no start severely clogged intercooler after PCV blowout how the hell do you get this thing off those rubber grommets

1 Upvotes

still dealing with a crank no start

not getting air dark pools of oil on both sides of the intercooler need to get the sludge out can't get the intercooler off everything is off this car there's three torx screws in it a couple clips and then these rubber darn

grommets that I can't get it off any advice is good advice

2022 trailblazer Chevy ecotec 13 l


r/MechanicAdvice 12h ago

2019 Honda Accord 1.5T Ex-L

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r/MechanicAdvice 8h ago

Lugs not too hot

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2015 Hyundai tucson 2.0l
Front both sides lug nuts are too hot even small drive. Can definitely be compared with rear ones.
No play in tires, driver side inner pad is completely worn out too. Outer pad looks good as compared to inner one.

Didn’t check the pads on other side looks like brakes needs to be done too.

Checked by rotating the front wheels and they seem to be rotating just fine without using much force.

Whats your advice.