Cross-posting this here in case there are any Car-stodon folks who have a thought as to what could be wrong.
'96 Toyota 4Runner with the v6, crank no start. When the key is in the ACC position the engine makes a constant clicking sound (in the video you can hear it.)
2009 Corolla 1.8L rough start and shudder
Dash cam suggestion?
I just got my first car and I was thinking I should probably get a dash cam since it has to stay in the driveway, but I feel out of my depth. I don’t have a lot of money so I’m hoping for one that is at most around AU$100. I also think covering both front and rear would be best, but obviously will take advice on that regard. Are there any specific ones you would recommend? I feel completely out of my depth. Also, I’m located in Australia if that makes a difference.
A jump start can get you moving, but it won’t repair a failing battery.
If your car struggles to start often or your battery is 3–5 years old, replacement is the smarter move.
Choose the option that keeps you on the road — not stuck on the roadside.
https://batteryexpertesuae.com/car-battery-replacement/
Any VW people here?
2019 VW Atlas SEL Alignment has been off since I bought the car used. Dealership had to replace the steering rack for something unrelated and I told them to make sure the alignment is right. It was not. Maybe in their machine it is, but the wheel was not centered when driving straight. I adjusted the tie rods of each wheel equally so it would drive straight when steering wheel centered and ran the steering angle sensor basic setting in OBDEleven. I now notice that the dynamic lane assist (the alternate setting to stay in middle of lane) always veers to the right first and then centers. Also, the sensor offset is still not centered. Is there something else I need to do? Something with ABS control unit? [https://lemmy.world/pictrs/image/50dc6176-4744-4023-b28a-a852d4e8ad10.png] [https://lemmy.world/pictrs/image/b030b31a-f0ca-45ab-9b66-2edf5b4a89cb.png] [https://lemmy.world/pictrs/image/46082b04-e71e-497c-8bdd-a6b835d1871a.png]
90's EGR Systems
Anybody know anything about 90’s vacuum controlled EGR systems? I’ve got one of those goofy little Japanese import trucks, and finding info about how it’s supposed to work is a nightmare. There’s a pretty good vacuum leak out of the top of the vacuum amplifier/signal doodad. Kinda UFO shaped deal between the vacuum advance, intake manifold and the canister. Any ideas on diagnosis, or ways I can figure out what’s doing what would be helpful.
CVT lifespan
Hi everyone, I have a 2012 Nissan versa which uses a CVT. I am close to hitting 100k miles and just had my transmission serviced. I’m not having any problems with the transmission, but just wanted to do routine maintenance on my car. When I was at the shop, the guy kept telling me how unreliable CVTs are and I’m lucky I got 100k miles out of it. He also made it sound like it could totally fail at any point in the near future. So I’m just curious how long do CVTs last? He said they typically fail around 70k miles. If they truly don’t last much longer than 100k miles then maybe I should look into getting a new car while mine is still working. I tried looking it up online but I don’t trust the AI content. Thanks!
2005 Hyundai Tucson 2.7L - Random acceleration issues and hesitation
This thing has been driving us nuts! We’re slowly but systematically replacing basically every relevant part suggested by the various codes it’s thrown over the past few years, but it still acts up, totally randomly. So far, we’ve replaced all the plugs, plug wires, coil packs, fuel pump, and crankshaft position sensor. I also briefly replaced the throttle position sensor, to which I didn’t notice any difference either, but my roommate (the owner) thought that seemed to somehow make it worse so he had me put the old one back in. We do still have the new one though, and after what it did yesterday, I might put the new one back in soon. More on what it did yesterday a little later. Still on the menu of other parts to check/replace are the mass airflow sensor, oxygen sensor, EGR valve, and camshaft position sensor (this model does have that sensor right?) Anyways, what it did yesterday threw us both for a loop. While parked at the gas station and idling, he pressed the accelerator pedal, and literally nothing happened, engine RPM didn’t change a single bit, even when he put the pedal to the floor it simply stayed at idle. I wondered what the hell the computer was even thinking at that moment, like did the ECM just totally glitch out then or what? So I had him shut it down, wait about 20 seconds or so, and crank it back up. And sure enough it started responding to the accelerator again, as it has been for the past few years anyways. I’m sure that it’s at least partly related to the emissions control system, as the exhaust definitely smells like it’s not burning all the gas (note that there’s thankfully no visible emissions, just a notable odor), but why the hell would there be a random one-off where the vehicle wouldn’t even respond to the accelerator at all until shutting it down and restarting it? We’d go ahead and jump all in and replace all the other parts I mentioned, but ya know … $$$ … so we’re tackling things as he can afford them and as we narrow down and correct obvious issues such as a few cracked vacuum lines that I’ve already replaced now. Anyways, if you’ve read this far, thanks for your attention to this issue. If anyone has any suggestions or advice to help us find the issue and save our sanity, we’re all ears! And thanks in advance. Also, a bonus link for fellow mechanics: https://charm.li/ [https://charm.li/] Operation CHARM - The Collection of High-quality Auto Repair Manuals spans many makes and models from 1982 through 2013
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