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Your 2002 ford escape's check engine light came on and the mechanic said the egr valve needed to be replaced after replacing the egr valve the check engine light came back on within the next 20 miles?
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take the negative cable loose on your baterry and reset the light . see if it comes back on if yes you have another sensor gone bad more than likely oxygen sensor Auto Zone will connect a code reader to your car computer for FREE and read the trouble code that the CEL is indicating. After you have gotten the code(s) the Zone can print an explanation of what they found on receipt paper for you. Post back here and someone with knowledge of OBD-II trouble codes can help point you in the RIGHT direction.
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94 dodge shadow 2.5 your mechanic replaced the ENGINE but broke a sensor on the front of the engine think it is the temperature sensor Can it still be driven?
no it could keep your electric fans from coming on if your mechanic broke it you should have your mechanic replace it
When replacing timing belt what else gets replaced?
It depends on the engine and situation. Sometimes the water pump, idler puller, or tensioners need replaced also.
How would one know if they needed a new engine for a car?
When the engine stops working, have a qualified mechanic look at it. That person will be able to tell you whether the engine can be fixed or needs to be replaced.
What do you do if the check engine light comes back on after replacing the speed sensor?
I had all sensors replaced in my 03 Trailblazer and the check engine light stiil comes on. Why?
How can you tell if your mechanic replaced your engine?
the engine number will no longer match what the i.d tag has stamped into it ^ Well stated and cannot be explained in better detail... THumbs up
Could a mechanic mess up the steering in a mercury sable when replacing the engine?
Yes, it's possible, but unlikely
Could the mechanic damage the crankshaft sensor while replacing the timing belt and pulley?
I had the timing belt on a 2001 Subaru Legacy replaced. After getting the car back, it was misfiring, and eventually the engine shut down. Dealer diagnosed faulty crankshaft sensor. Anybody else have this experience?
How do you tell if a timing belt needs replacing in a 1991 infiniti m30?
you can only tell by mileage. The timing belt needs to be replaced every 60k miles. Failure to do so can be a disaster to the engine. While your mechanic does this have him replace the water pump and temperature senser as well as these fail frequently and are easy to do when your "in there". All fan belts should be replaced too of course, since your in there.
When replacing timing chain on 2004 2.2 Chevy does?
Your question really makes no sense. Normally a timing chain will last the life of the engine as replaced when the engine is rebuilt.
Am mechanic and when you start your car the engine it vibrate and shakes with white smoke come out of exhaust pipe what should do as mechanic?
White exhaust usually means that there is water in the combustion chamber and there is a crack somewhere. Pull out the dipstick and see if the oil is a milky white. If it is then you have either a cracked head or a cracked block. Heads cam be replaced somewhat affordable by a reputable mechanic, cracked block the engine is toast needs to be replaced.
What causes engine light to come on for 2001 ford focus?
If you are speaking of the orange light with the outline of the engine - - It is associated with the engine emissions control system. It most commonly lights up when the gasoline filler cap has been left loose (or replaced with the wrong cap) - or the PCV valve needs replacing. After checking or replacing those two items - steady driving of about 1/2 hour or more should re-set the light. If not, you need to see a mechanic for other possible problems.
Does the timing chain have to be replaced when replacing the water pump on a 2003 Chrysler Sebring Convertible with a 2.7 liter engine?
Not unless it is worn.
