Here’s what an automotive fuse looks like when it blows

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Alright guys, today we’re doing something a little different. Ever wonder what actually happens inside a car fuse when it blows? I mean, you see the fuse is bad, you swap it out, but what’s really going on in there? Well, we’re gonna blow some stuff up and get a close-up look at exactly what…

Here is why a picture of a cup of coffee in my Mercedes display?

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Alright guys, so you’re cruising down the highway in your Mercedes and all of a sudden a little coffee cup icon pops up on your instrument cluster. You’re probably thinking, “What the heck is that supposed to mean?” Well, that’s actually a really cool safety feature called Attention Assist, and…

Chevy Cruze Stalling: Crank No Start

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Alright guys, so I’ve got a 2012 Chevy Cruze LT with a 1.4L turbo in the bay today, and we’re dealing with one of those really frustrating intermittent problems. The customer is complaining that the vehicle will stall out randomly and sometimes it just won’t restart. I let this thing sit here…

Code P0705 on Nissan Versa Transmission Range Sensor “Not what You Think”

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Alright guys, so you’ve got a P0705 code on your Nissan Versa and you’re probably thinking you need to replace the transmission range sensor, right? Well, here’s the thing – this is one of those codes that’s not what you’d expect at all. I’m working on a 2016 Nissan Versa that needs to pass smog,…

How to Fix Chevy P0172 P0175 Code Fuel System Running Rich

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# How to Fix Chevy P0172 P0175 Code Fuel System Running Rich

Alright guys, Flat Rate Mechanic here. Today we’re going to be diagnosing and fixing P0172 and P0175 codes on a Chevy Suburban with the 5.3L engine. These codes mean your system is running rich on bank one and bank two. Now usually…

Why is My Check Engine Light On “Here’s What to Do”

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# Why Your Check Engine Light Is On and What to Do About It

Alright guys, so your check engine light just came on. Before you panic, let me tell you right now – this is one of those situations that any DIY’er can handle. You don’t need to rush to the dealership or even call a tow truck in most…

Dodge Caravan Horn Not Working P2339 P2338

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Alright guys, so you’ve got a Dodge Caravan and the horn just stopped working completely. You’re probably thinking it’s something simple like a blown fuse or maybe a bad horn, right? Well, on these Dodge Caravans, the horn system is way more complicated than you’d think. It’s not just a simple…

Reduced Engine Power Light P2135 P1516 P2101 p2138

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Alright guys, so here’s the deal. Your check engine light just popped on and you’re seeing that dreaded “Reduced Engine Power” message on your dash. Your car basically goes into limp mode and won’t let you accelerate past 20-25 miles per hour. Trust me, I know how frustrating this is, and I get…

Grinding Truck Brakes – Worst Ever? No Brake Rotor left

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Alright guys, so today I’ve got something that’s gonna blow your mind. I’m talking about the worst grinding brake situation I think I’ve ever seen on a truck. And I’m not exaggerating here – there’s literally almost no brake rotor left on this thing. I can’t believe this guy was actually driving…

Hybrid Battery Inverter Removal on Chevy GMC Truck

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# Hybrid Battery Inverter Removal on Chevy GMC Truck

Alright guys, today we’re gonna walk through removing the power inverter on a Chevy hybrid truck. I actually needed to get to the power steering control module on this one, which sits right underneath the inverter, so we had to pull the whole…