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Subaru automatic shifter solenoid question.

Kevin Schappell — Wed, 08 Oct 2014 13:03:56 +0000

Question: I have a 92 Subaru loyale and the solenoid in the shifting mechanism isn’t receiving any power. My question is what powers the solenoid, is it the inhibitor relay or inhibitor switch that isn’t giving it power? I hooked the solenoid up to a voltage meter and there is absolutely no power, so the […]

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Brake Service, What You Need To Know

Kevin Schappell — Wed, 09 Apr 2014 16:02:30 +0000

As a car owner, getting your brakes serviced is a part of ownership, but do you know if you are getting the best service? Let’s start with common reasons you may find yourself at a mechanic for brake service… Brake Noises: Most issues with brakes start with a noise. Most brake pads are designed to […]

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Ford Explorer Warped Rotors

Kevin Schappell — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:23:11 +0000

Question: I have an 03 Ford Expedition and I have been experiencing pulsating in the steering wheel, I have turned the front rotors twice and in no time they are back the same way. So, I replaced both the front rotors and calibers, and its still not right. When I was bleeding the whole brake […]

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Brake Bleeding Problems or Master Cylinder?

Kevin Schappell — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 19:05:46 +0000

Question: I own a 96 Chevy Cavalier and the breaks are bad, the pads are still good, we removed the air from the line, and it has great vacuum what else could be wrong? Answer: The master cylinder could be bad. How did you remove the air from the lines? With modern ABS systems, […]

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Audi Brake Job

Kevin Schappell — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 19:02:30 +0000

Question: Hey Kevin, I have a 2001 Audi A4 Quattro and I recently changed the rear pads. I bought Wagner brake pads which where the more expensive of the choices and now have a persistent squealing noise from the right rear pads. which occurs while driving and goes away when I brake and comes right […]

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Vacuum leak in brake booster.

Kevin Schappell — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 13:36:32 +0000

Question: Engine runs rough like missing on excelleration but when you apply the breaks the engine runs smooth for a moment. I am getting a code of egr low vaccume but have replaced the egr valve already. Answer: The code tells all. The EGR valve does not create vacuum, the engine does, so the low […]

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Brake Noises

Kevin Schappell — Mon, 16 Jan 2006 14:08:38 +0000

It is common to hear some minor squeeking from your brakes, but do you know when it’s too much? Brake dust can build up and cause some squeeking. Keeping your wheels and brakes clean can help, but sometimes it’s unavoidable. Have your pads checked at all services (oil changes, tires, etc) and you should not […]

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