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Nissan oil cooler gasket leak fix
Nissan oil cooler gasket leak fix
Nissan Oil coolers are notorious for randomly popping a leak and sometimes the stock rubber gasket doesn’t do its job. You replace it 2 or 3 times and the leak still prevails…. Whats the answer? a thicker gasket thanks to a cheap oil filter. Here we have the mess made by a leaking oil cooler gasket….. A quick picture of the gasket side after we wipe off a little of the leaking oil…
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OBD2 Code P0455- Evap Emissions System leak detected- Large leak (Gross leak)
OBD2 Code P0455- Evap Emissions System leak detected- Large leak (Gross leak)
The P0455 code (Evaporative Emissions System Leak Detected- Large Leak) is a very common everyday code and its causes are simple! There is a big ass leak coming from something related to the fuel tank…… That’s it…… So lets take a look at the most common cause of OBD2 Code P0455. The fuel cap is loose (most of the time) Fuel cap O-ring is broken or leaking EVAP Solenoid (Purge valve) is not…
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Dexron IV Replaces Dexron III
Dexron IV Replaces Dexron III
Dexron IV Replaces Dexron III Bulletin #: 0337 Manufacturer: GM Vehicle: All Trans ID: All Trans Type: All April 2005, GM introduced a new transmission fluid, designed especially to meet the requirements of their new, 6-speed transmis- sions. Dexron IV meets or exceeds all of the requirements previously set for Dexron III. Here’s how it compares with Dexron III: Fluid Change Interval 100,000…
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Chevy OBD1 codes
Here is a list of Chevy OBD1 codes, There were various other applications and some cars had different codes. But these usually get me on the right track. 12 No distributor reference pulse (diagnostic test active) 13 Oxygen sensor circuit open or no activity 14 Engine coolant temp sensor error (high temp indicated) 15 Engine coolant temp sensor error (low temp indicated) 16 System voltage too low…
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P0446 Evaporative Emission Control System Vent Control Circuit Malfunction (notes)
P0446 Evaporative Emission Control System Vent Control Circuit Malfunction (notes)
P0446 – EVAP Vent Solenoid Valve Control System – The Evaporative Emission Control system stops fuel vapors from escaping from the fuel tank and fuel system. The EVAP system includes vent hoses and a canister containing charcoal for capturing, filtering and storing fuel vapors, and a valve for siphoning the fumes stored in this canister into the engine so they get burned off instead of being…
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P0300 - Engine Misfire Detected
P0300 – Engine Misfire Detected
The P0300 diagnostic code is yet another “It could be anything” code. But once you take away whats not wrong with the car the majority of the time the problem ends up being decently simple to repair. Here is a list of some of the causes of a misfire code. Its not a list of everything but will usually get you on the right track. Sometimes a random misfire happens once or twice and stops, If your…
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Ford-o-matic
It was a little chilly as I meandered around the boneyard, giving my best attempt towards avoiding various sharp objects and randomly left cow pies. We were lucky to have the opportunity to venture into the middle area of the yard, generally it is off limits because of various hazards and to not invite the theft of rare classic parts. The sunshine giving a happy yet ghostly appearance to the…
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Nut didn't want to play and just spun, had to enact trick #12 #forwardassistmechanics #bolttrick #tricky #fun #levelup #rusty #chevy #1500 #15mm #snap #fixstuff #gotemmmm #vets #army #negativeenergy #wakeup #phone #dallas #austintx #easy #lubeitup
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L480E transmission replacement
L480E replacement and preparation (2007 Chevy 1500 HD Classic 6.0L or similar) “THIS POST IS NOT COMPLETE, PICTURES AND REINSTALL WILL BE ADDED SOON” 1. Find proper L480E for your specific application. A Re-manufactured Transmission is suggested due to the extra TSB repairs and modifications completed by Reman facilities, Generally Rebuilt transmissions have a Shorter warranty as compared to…
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2002 Acura MDX OBD2 Code P1739 or 26-1
Troubleshooting Instructions for DTC P1739 or 26-1 3RD Clutch Pressure switch circuit • Low transmission fluid levels can contribute to failure • Low transmission fluid levels Can CAUSE DTC P1739 • Short in wiring can create this code • Bad sensor or sensor not activating correctly can cause this code • A bad ECM can cause this code if the sensor header has failed • Extended Low fluid levels In…
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🤔 Complaint of the day..... Somebody forgot to put a bolt in a kinda important bracket on a Acura MDX.... Its 2 bolts Carl! "Oops dropped it! Maybe I can tighten the one bolt super tight to make up for it.." Found it torquing the plugs they jacked up..... Good job lube tech...... Good job. #forwardassistmechanics #sticktolube #ocd #troublemaker #dallastx #austintx #veteran #thebookisjustaguide #jedi #funny #cargremlins #real #project413
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Take a wild guess at what engine? #camshaft #wiped #mysterybox #lobes #lifter #fun #fix #repair #challange #cool #monday #texas #austintx #dallastx #texas #veterans #army #lash #hot #chain #chaos #instafix #forwardassistmechanics
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OBD2 Codes P01416, P0302, P0306 Dodge Hemi 5.7
OBD2 Code P01416- Cylinder 6 Reactivation Control Performance generically is assumed to be related to the failure of the number 6 Cylinder MDS Solenoid on the Dodge 5.7 Hemi. But mechanical failure of a Lifter can also cause this code under conditions where Lifter fails to mechanically collapse when Solenoid attempts to deactivate or activate the cylinder. OBD2…
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Caw! Caw! Bang...Fuck! I'm dead! #forwardassistmechanics #lifting #lifted #almostwiped #cam #camshaft #hemi #dodge #5.7 #fun #fix #repair #modify #work #veterans #dallastx #austintx #texas #tools #coldoutside #funny #recall #tsb #fiatpower
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The famous Hemi bent pushrod! #famous #pushrod #lifters #hemi #fail #random #clack #taptap #cold #dodge #dodgeram #5.7 #dallastx #austintx #texas #veteran #armyofnegative1 #repair #newyear #party #beer
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"Outside of a dog, a book is a man's best friend. Inside of a dog it's too dark to read".... Groucho Marx #forwardassistmechanics #random #quote #funny #darkhumor #inside #valve #clean #injector #fix #veteran #lash #mobile #oil #mechanic #💯 #texas #dallas #austin #everydayismonday
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How to change the Water Pump on a 2006 Dodge 1500 4.7 Liter
Changing the water pump on a Dodge 4.7 is pretty easy under normal circumstances, Should take around 3 hours and 8 beers. Tools 3/8 ratchet, a few extensions, 10mm socket, 13mm Socket, 14mm socket, 15mm socket, 36mm wrench or pipe wrench, flat tip screwdriver, drain pan…. that’s a start Parts Water Pump- Part #:CP7163 Fan clutch- Part #:2748 Thermostat- Part #:42095 (Do all 3 its cheap) a…
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