MATCO57

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About MATCO57
My name is Bob. I've been in the automotive industry for 36+ years. I'm an ASE master certified tech. My contact email is rbthhn821@gmail.com.
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check engine lights keeps coming on
You have a massive vacumm leak. Normally the leak is at the rubber elbows coming of the intake.
what is recommended motor oil?
You got to love MB. Both Mitchell and Alldata states this "MB approved engine oil only".
car has 218,000 miles,autotransmission will not shift into 4th with cold weathe
The real question is can you replace this truck for the cost of a major transmission repair. Is t...
My key won't start the van or turn somtimes. The steering locked,the shift locke
All of your problem is related to the antitheft system. You need to have a professional tech diag...
I went to start my car at first i could not turn the key all the way to the fron
The triple a wrecker driver knows that the battery is good how? Did he use a tester to test the b...
EGR Valve ??
What are the trouble codes please.
can a cracked exhaust manifold be caused by catalytic replacement? it was done
When you say "right away" do you mean the next day or months.
car will run for a short time then shut off. wont start up for a few minutes.
What are the trouble codes?
What type of coolant should I use in my car?
You have a leak. This is something that you do not want to let go without testing for a leak. Eng...
timing belt replacement
There is cheap and then there is right way. The car is 18 years old. You should replace the water...
can I remove the Crankshaft on a 2001 Sebring 2.4 with the engine in the car?
No you cannot.
car runs fine but dies when i let go of ignition key
You need to replace the ignition switch (electrical)
what is tighting procedure for head bolts and the proper required torque?
Yes there is. Did you have a machine shop check the head out?
Why is my truck misfiring so bad without plug, wire, or compression problems?
You need to do a compression test on engine. No more than 20% difference. What does the vacumm g...
gas tank shutting off when i start to pump gas
Customer Concern: Vehicle doesn't want to take gas into the gas tank. Tests/Procedures: ...
How to remove the right front driveaxle when changing the alternator
Contact me at rbthhn821@gmail.com and I can email you the factory instructions.
i have a code P0172 put new mass airflow sensor what can it be
I agree with Roy. "clogged fuel lines" will not cause this problem. It appears that the shop that...
I have a heavy fuel smell after I turn off my car. It is only outside the car.
STOP DRIVING THIS VEHICLE!!! You have a fuel leak. Unless you can afford a new car or your LIFE f...
Is the transfluid long life or does it need to be serviced before 100,000 miles?
If you want to keep this vehicle for any length of time the service the trans every 30,000 miles....
how do i replace my timing belt on the 3.0l v 6 enging and do i need a manuel ?
Go to wwww.alldatadiy.com and spend the $26.95.
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