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What That Check Engine Light is Trying To Tell You

The check engine light can come on for a number of reasons ranging from a loose gas cap to bad spark plugs or even due to a serious engine or transmission problem.

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Misfire All Cylinders on One Side of Engine

In this article, we take a look at common problems that can cause misfire codes on only one block.

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What Causes a Blown Head Gasket?

The cause of a blown head gasket can be due to engine overheating or manufacturing defect. Some car engines were poorly designed where the head gasket fails from normal operation and not due to any other causes.

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Car Won't Start - Common Causes

In this article, we take a look at common problems that cause no start condition. In the majority of cases, a vehicle doesn't start because of a weak battery or loose battery terminal connections.

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What Happens to a Car During Quarantine or Lockdown

As states begin to lift the lockdown, self-quarantine, and stay-at-home orders, vehicle owners are finding out that their car won't start or are hearing strange noises when they start the engine or drive.

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Mitsubishi P0458 EVAP Emission System Purge Control Valve

In this guide, we will go over the potential causes of the diagnostic trouble code P0458.

Published: 10/16/2020

Updated: 01/22/2021

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How to Open Acura Get Inside Car if Battery is Dead

If your Acura car battery has died or the key fob is not working, you will not be able to open the door or get inside to start the car.

Published: 02/14/2018

Updated: 01/22/2021

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What Does It Mean When Check Engine Light Turns On

The Check Engine Light (CEL) or Service Engine Soon (SES) can come on for many reasons ranging from a loose gas c

Published: 12/10/2019

Updated: 01/22/2021

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Troubleshooting Ford Check Engine Light

Is your Ford check engine light staying on?

Published: 12/27/2018

Updated: 01/22/2021

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Mazda Check Engine Light Stays On

This guide will learn what Mazda check engine light (CEL) means, common causes, and how to diagnose Mazda CEL yourself.

Published: 02/19/2019

Updated: 01/22/2021

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Subaru Check Engine Light Problems

In this guide, you will learn what Subaru Check Engine Light (CEL) means, common problems, and how to read engine codes yourself.

Published: 02/15/2019

Updated: 01/22/2021

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Troubleshooting Toyota Check Engine Light

Toyota check engine, or service engine soon light, may come on due to something as simple as a loose gas cap.

Published: 03/04/2020

Updated: 01/22/2021

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Troubleshooting Volvo Check Engine Light

Volvo cars are not 100% immune to engine troubles and breakdowns despite Volvo's indisputable build quality.

Published: 02/24/2020

Updated: 01/22/2021

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Troubleshooting Fiat Check Engine Light Problem

In this guide, you will find instructions on how to diagnose the Fiat check engine light yourself.

Published: 06/14/2018

Updated: 01/22/2021

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Volkswagen Check Engine Light ON

In this guide, you will learn about Volkswagen Check Engine Light (CEL) and common problems that trigger the VW engine light to stay on.

Published: 01/14/2019

Updated: 01/22/2021

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Troubleshooting Nissan Check Engine Light

In this guide, you will learn what it means when your Nissan check engine light comes on.

Published: 05/30/2019

Updated: 01/22/2021

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Infiniti Check Engine Light | Service Engine Soon Problem

Infiniti check engine light will come on and remain on when the On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) system detects a problem related to the engine or emissio

Published: 03/04/2020

Updated: 01/22/2021

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Troubleshooting Suzuki Check Engine Light

In this guide, we look at common problems that trigger Suzuki check engine light and show you how to diagnose the problem with an

Published: 06/17/2019

Updated: 01/22/2021

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Troubleshooting Land Rover Check Engine Light

In this guide, we look at common problems that trigger the check engine to come on a Land Rover and how to read and reset it.

Published: 06/27/2019

Updated: 01/22/2021

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BMW Check Engine Light Half vs Full Meaning

The classic yellow 'check engine' light will be on when there is a problem with the engine or emission control system.

Published: 02/21/2020

Updated: 01/22/2021

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How to Change Engine Oil Yourself

Diagnose Check Engine Light Using This Simple Gadget

How to Check For a Blown Fuse

How to Test a Car Battery at Home

Mercedes-Benz Interior Door Handle DIY FIX W204 X204

Mercedes DPF Exhaust Pressure Sensor Problem P1402 Code 2078

Restore Wood Trim Using French Polishing Technique

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