ManAdii:
My VW jetta 2009; I hear noises at my left front bottom side when I accelerate up to 60km/h.

Please advice.

Hybekay500:
My es 300 makes weird noise when I kick start it in the morning or maybe hours after packing... My mechanic said it's the shaft which we change but still experiencing the same sound.... What should I do?

kingreign:

I still suggest you scan for codes and also ensure your brakes are not binding, your axles have differential fluid have appropriate fluid and at appropriate levels, ensure your wheels are aligned and are factory recommended tyre sized and pressures.

Mecoy:
I am having a suspected transmission issue with my 2007 Lexus ES 350 and I'm in need of a reliable gear expert in Abeokuta.

This is a summary of the problem:
1. I had an accident in April with the car where in order to avoid a careless driver, I swerved hard, lost control and hit the driver's tyre/side on the median kerbs on Lagos Ibadan expressway. Brake disc broke and shaft pulled out. It was replaced immediately by the nearest mechanic to the accident scene. Further repairs were done gradually.

2. In June/July, I had a mechanic check the car in Ilorin to fix all the noise on the front tires. He changed linkages, ball joints and greased the shaft cup which was low on grease.

3. After he fixed it, I traveled the next day, but the car had a lot of unusual vibrations, especially one gentle and repeated vibrations that comes once in a while. Vibration is usually noticed between 40 and 100Km/hr. Mechanics tried to trace the vibrations but couldn't get it. In the process of tracing the vibrations, the shaft was suspected and it was cleaned twice. Once it was 'packed' with rubber and my mechanic in Ilorin faulted the rubber packing and removed it and cleaned thoroughly.

4. In September, I noticed something unusual in the transmission, there was always a delay when switching from gear 2 to gear 3. It wasn't frequent and most times, mechanics didn't notice it during test drive. During inspection, it was noticed that the gearoil sump had hit something and was deformed. Mechanic asked me to drop the car to allow it cool before working on the sump to beat it back to shape. He did this and changed the oil. Please note that I have always used original Toyota WS gear oil for this car, never compromised. He topped with 4 litres oil which he claimed was sufficient.

5. I got back to Ilorin and realized that the problem wasn't solved, there was still a delay switching from gear 2 to 3. I had it scanned by someone who noticed an error, I checked it online, it was something about solenoid which affects the switch from gear 2 to 3, but the guy cleared the error without saving them.
I took it to another gear specialist in Ilorin, he had it scanned but the scan turned out to be okay. Nothing was wrong with the gear and engine. He only advised me to top the gear oil with 2 litres which I did before traveling back to Abeokuta.

6. I traveled back to Abeokuta and the problem was still there, at some point when I was almost in Abeokuta, the car had difficulty moving and was vibrating, I parked, turned off the engine, turned it back on after a few seconds and everything was fine, I continued my journey, but with the transmission delays. The car is currently in Abeokuta, working, but with the transmission delay.
I don't want to travel with it anymore and I don't want to have any trial and error done by just any mechanic. I need trusted hands to check it here in Abeokuta. I don't want to risk driving it down to Lagos.

Please I need a trusted hand that can work on the car and save me from a transmission replacement.

David50:


You should check to see if you've over filled the transmission fluid level. Sometimes they start misbehaving if there is too much fluid. I'm sure yours does not come with a dip stick, you can check online to see how to ascertain the right level.

Setting the right fluid level might at least solve one of the issues you are currently experiencing.

donlyone:
I drive a nissan primera 2005, it overheats once in a while, the technicians said the thermostat was bad, couldn't find a replacement, so the old one was installed but refused to work, the thermostat was removed and I've been driving it like that.

The problem is I noticed the fuel consumption has really increased.

Can removing the thermostat cause higher fuel consumption?

kingreign:
This is a thread created for people to tell us their vehicle faults and we on our part can give solutions to their car faults. Where applicable, we may make references using pictures, videos and others to provide answers and solutions.

Please, state the name, model and year of your car, type of transmission and engine, and the location of the car to enable quicker response.

I drive 2005 Camry Toyota car Recenlty my gear wasn't selecting, which led me to repair of the gear by my mechanic. But after he's done with the repair the sound of my car has change to unpleasant sound. (2) The engine performance drop below 1 on the dashboard. I asked him to increase the performance which he did, but after much driving, the engine goes below 1 again. Please what could be wrong with my car sir?

Happy motoring!!

zikuche:
I drive 2005 Camry Toyota car Recenlty my gear wasn't selecting, which led me to repair of the gear by my mechanic. But after he's done with the repair the sound of my car has change to unpleasant sound. (2) The engine performance drop below 1 on the dashboard. I asked him to increase the performance which he did, but after much driving, the engine goes below 1 again. Please what could be wrong with my car sir?

sirleke:
Toyota sienna 05

P0037
P0016

Error codes

Any lead?

kingreign:


P0037 Fault Code = refers to an O2 sensor and It’s under the body of the car, it needs to be replaced.

P0016 Fault Code = refers to your camshaft and crankshaft alignment. You need to get a genuine OEM timing belt, replace it and time that engine accurately. Please, while at it, check to ensure your water pump is in good condition. If it has started showing signs of wear, I advice you replace it.


This is NOT a DIY job, it’s a workshop job and you should get a competent technician to fix it.

sirleke:
thanks for the response,any good hand in Ibadan u can recommend?

Is it also an issue I need attend to immediately as I m needing it to run around till around first week in December when I would be chanced to fix it

kingreign:


Where is the location of the car?
What type of engine is in the car?

Opeoluwabukola:


The location is Abule Egba, Lagos and the Engine is 2GR - FE

kingreign:

Check and replace PCV valve with a working type. If oil level drops still occur, Then your engine is smoking.

Picture of PCV valve location on Honda Accord 2.4 2003-2007

Mydazz:


Thanks, will do that,.............. Can my engine smoke without me knowing ?

kingreign:

Your engine can even dry oil without you knowing

Danthemariner:
Hi Everyone
Please i need advice... I drive a honda accord 05
My car jerks wen i engage gear and it vibrate when i hold break while driving.... Mechanics have eating my money and bo goof results... Pls help thanks...

Also my rpm is over 2000 when it is idle

kingreign:


You need to scan for RPM issue, as for transmission and vibration check engine mounts and transmission mounts. If you’re in Abuja feel free to contact me.

Godfullsam:
Good day guys, my Hoda civic car always make some noise from the right hand side of the front Tyre whenever I want to enter a corner and I usually hear the same sound when ever I am on high speed.

What could be the cause pls. I have decided to park the car until I find a solution to the problem because I don't want the Tyre to pool on the way.

EngrObed:
I drive a Highlander 2012 model. Yesterday morning, my radio system suddenly stopped coming on. The fuse has been checked and is intact. What might be the cause please?

Mecoy:
Lexus ES350 2007 error codes:
P0990 Transmission Fluid Pressure Switch(TPS3)Circuit HighPending

P2757 Torque Converter Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid ControlCircuit Performance or Stuck Off

C0205 Front Speed Sensor LH

Any leads please

AsoRockDe1st:
OK