Where did the Ford Crown Victoria interceptor come from? In 2003, three Crown Victoria Police Interceptors were bought by the French city of Montpellier. Purchased as part of an upgrade of the local Police Municapale, the Crown Victorias were selected for their durability, security, and safety. Is the Ford Crown Victoria used in law enforcement? […]
Read MoreCan a EGR valve cause rough idle?
Can a EGR valve cause rough idle? A rough idle when starting your vehicle or during brief stops (i.e. low engine speeds with a warmed-up engine) can be caused when the EGR is constantly open and a continuous flow of exhaust gases goes into the intake manifold. Is the EGR valve supposed to run during […]
Read MoreHow do I know my starter motor has gone?
How do I know my starter motor has gone? Grinding noise. When the starter drive gear is worn out or not engaging properly, it will often produce a grinding noise. Freewheeling. Intermittent issues starting the vehicle. Starter stays on after engine started. Smoke. Batteries. Can you roll start without starter motor? Before the starter motor […]
Read MoreWhy does my car turn off when I press the brakes?
Why does my car turn off when I press the brakes? Most likely you have a problem with your IAC (idle air control) valve. They get gummed up with carbon deposits and stick. One other possibility is your power brake booster has a vacuum leak. This can easily be tested for by pinching off the […]
Read MoreCan you drive with broken windscreen wipers?
Can you drive with broken windscreen wipers? Driving with faulty wiper blades isn’t just potentially dangerous, it’s also illegal but as many as two thirds of drivers don’t know when they should replace them. Wipers that don’t clear the screen properly affect drivers’ visibility and count as an MOT fail. Why does my passenger side […]
Read MoreWhat is the function of shock absorbers?
What is the function of shock absorbers? Instead, the primary purpose of the shock absorber is to control spring and suspension movement. This is accomplished by turning the kinetic energy of suspension movement into thermal energy, or heat energy, to be dissipated through the hydraulic fluid. Shock absorbers are basically oil pumps. What is the […]
Read MoreHow do I fix not being able to copy and paste?
How do I fix not being able to copy and paste? Try these fixes Close any video players. Close any open applications. Clear your clipboard. Run System File Checker. Update your device drivers. Delete any corrupted zones from your Windows Registry. Check for viruses and malware. Undo recent system changes with System Restore. What to […]
Read MoreCan you pass a emissions test when the check engine light is on?
Can you pass a emissions test when the check engine light is on? In most cases, your car will pass unless the check-engine light is on when you pull into the test facility. After your car is repaired, the technician will erase the trouble codes from the computer. That’s good because your car will fail […]
Read MoreWhat does LS mean on a blazer?
What does LS mean on a blazer? Luxury Sport Some say LS is an acronym for “Luxury Sport”, but practically speaking it simply references the vehicle’s trim as being the ‘base model’. The progression of trim levels ascends as follows: LS, LT (1LT, 2LT), LTZ, and SS. 6 people found this helpful. 395. Is a […]
Read MoreWhat is the purpose of a car charging system?
What is the purpose of a car charging system? The primary purpose of a charging system is to recharge the battery. After the battery has supplied the high current needed to start the engine, the battery, even a good battery, has a low charge. The charging system recharges the battery by supplying a constant and […]
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