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iamoracle:
@gazzuz, please, what might cause my car to be shorting oil?

More so, my wheel do shakes when on speed and d car vibrates when am about to move d car, what might b d cause?

Lastly, when am on motion, I do hear a particular sound as if d car is moving on pebbles on my front driver side leg, what might b d cause too?

Gallass:
I have a 3.0L V6 engine in an INFINITI sedan.
The engine tappets are knocking loudly.
My kazeem warned that I shouldn't go and bother myself repairing it because I might end up messing things up.
He suggested that I should be adding "oil treatment" anytime I change my engine oil.
please I'll like to know if I should heed to his advice or if there is something that I can do about it. Thank you.
Gazzu.zz
Autoelec.tNG
radauto.works
autoj.osh

radautoworks:

GAZZUZZ:
With the combination of abuse, vehicle still carried on for a long time, (testament to toyota builds) the the engine must have developed a sludge buildup, but did not cause an immediate threat because the sludge was sticking to the walls of the engine and other parts, it was not hanging loose, the coolant passages had already started corroding, but did not show any signs of leaks because there was no pressure on the coolant system (In effect the water was sort of sitting in a bucket but the holes where on the cover of the bucket)

The engine was also very in-efficient, and burnt up more fuel.

the reason for the added fuel consumption is centered around ECU programing.

Every car once started in the cold position will receive instructions for higher Rev, and longer pulses to the injectors to enable the engine warm up real quick, this is necessary especially in sub-zero conditions to ensure engine does not stall.

The first 10-15mins of a cold start should be enough to raise the temp of the coolant from -x to between 90-104degrees celcius.

After this the engines rpm will return back to about 700-800RPM and pulses to injector normalize.

Now in the case of this engine, the temp never rose to 90-96deg, infact for a better part of its life, it was stuck at around 65deg celcius. The effect of this is the engine ecu will continue over fueling and keep the RPM higher than usual levels.

To combat this behaviour the roadside tech would have tried Bringing down the RPM manually by blocking off the IACV with a Foreign material to ensure he gets a desired rpm set manually from the butterfly. in doing a manual rpm set, the rpm would be unable to adjust automatically to expected load e.g the a/c next would be a wave of vibrations when ever the a/c is engaged or when the headlamps are set to full beam, or when the steering is turned at any angle.

Trust the road side Mech, he always has a way to counter 1 abuse with another, they incorporate an electronic valve and wire it to the compressor signal, and the vacuum side to the intake, the smart ones connect the air inlet side to the intake air hose before the airflow meter to reduce the hissing sound and avoid a lean mix code, the not so smart ones leave it open.

A combination of all this abuse is Recived by the catalytic converter, it receives Nigerias adulterated bad fuel a rich mixture, black sooth and ultimately gets blocked.

Well again the roadside has a solution to this again there's the smart one, and the outright foo.l. The smart one takes out the blocked catalyst and sells, the foolish one takes out the old catalyst, Sells and installs a wire mesh to avoid the hollow sound. Reminds me of ogyrt who has advertised every abuse I just mentioned here as a way of fixing a car

The effects of overfueling also cause what is called bore wash, which is when fuel from the injectors mixes with engine oil intended to lubricate the cylinder walls and causes poor lubrication and thereby causing rapid wear of rings pistons and Cylinder walls.

long term engine was on a collision course with death.

radautoworks:
Heh, heh. Finally something I'm cheaper than you on lol. Tell Uncle Yusuf to come back with his English speaking nephew!

OShepherd:
Oh! Thanx sir but can U link me with a friend who can handle it or can't d engine be restored except purchasing @ Ladipo cos am really scared of those guys there. Too many scamers there

sunnp:
Good day our Oga/doctor @ GAZZUZZ...i learn I lot from you thanks for the good work God continue to bless you... Please sir.. Mean it's good to you coolant inside can than water right? Do we use it only or mix with water? Also what coolant can I use for corolla 2007 and how much? Did you have for sell?

Thanks in advance

OShepherd:
@Oga Gazzuz, mine is a "bolugi", old schl, old model 1996 Rav4 but I don't know if its Zfe or Xfe but all I witness is rough idling & misfiring but this morning amazed me with all 4plugs wet with oil; can U pls give me a guide on cost of replacement or can it be rebuild? Can U handle it or would U refer me to a competent hand that I'll have peace of mind cos I love this my rugged plumpy ride?

company policy, 2003-2018 vehicles only

Your engine is a 3s-fe, 2.0liter.

alberson:
God bless you Mr gazzuzz, keep up your good work.

please what is your advice on Honda civic 2008 model, I intends getting one...?

is it durable?
hope the legs doesn't pull like the accord ?
how is the fuel consumption?

seanfer:
Mr Gazzuzz please i will like to know how much i can get Less than a year Nigerian Used Toyota Corrola 2006 that will meet your taste because it would be my first car and i've been following your threads for years .... Please your quick response is needed

Inception:



For a 2AR-FE engine?

Jomandi13:
Mr Gazzuz,it is a pleasure communicating with you through this forum.My uncle has a Benz E350 Coupe 2013 model that has issue with car performance after changing the steering rack,there is always oil shortage and I recently observed leakage underneath the vehicle,I don’t know if that is the effect.Moreover,my uncle mechanic recently changed the fuel filter when the vehicle started this strutting sound whenever I start the vehicle as if it has spark plug issue.However,whenever I start the vehicle ,it goes off immediately unless I rev the car immediately for it not to go off instantly until after two to three minutes before the vehicle engine become nomalised in its idle state.Finally,whenever I tried to move the vehicle,it will behave in a way that make the vehicle have a force making not to move when applying little accerelation before picking up the momentum and also I will like to show what it displayed whenever I turn on the ignition.Thanks for your anticipated response.

abitafah:
now, its totally empty

evilspirit:
Hmmmm. how much is a tokunbo low mileage engine

Olawaleyy036:
A thief was beaten ruthlessly, by a man whom he attempted to steal a bicycle from which was laid against a church wall.


The unidentified man was caught attempting to steal the bicycle which was parked in Choma area of Zambia.

According to reports, the bicycle owner ran out of the church after spotting thew suspected thief trying to ride his bicycle. The owner beat the young man mercilessly and left him wounded in the process, with blood gushing out from his nose.

The suspect was detained at the church and also said to have undergone serious prayers to cast out the demon of stealing.

http://www.nairafame.com/2018/08/photos-man-runs-out-of-church-to-nab.html

After factory reset (beating) Installing Fresh files (Prayers) God win o!

evilspirit:
engine oil was almost nothing.

OSCARTM:
Good morning all.
Pls i have a trip to Alaba from ketu this morning, i want to know the best route to take between surulere/orile and Oshodi/Mile 2. Any other advice on how to avoid unnecessary traffic on these routes will be appreciated.

Please note that I don’t want to rely on google map only.

AutoElectNG:
You said you don't travel out to work

Which of the sedans from Hyundai?

have you ever rejected a 100k consultancy fee? (Not labour charge)

For the sedan, I forgot the name.

evilspirit:
repair or replacement for a 2011 camry I 4 engine. the engine just knocked.

pls whats the cost implication.

how much is the engine 2AR Oga gazzuzz.

radautoworks:
*Rolling eyes* why do you think Glen had anything to do with this? He's asleep lol. AutoElectNG said it best. Just because I don't turn a wrench doesn't mean I don't know what I'm talking about. I USED to back in the day.

I told you I am not anti-replace. I'm anti- indiscriminate replace.

radautoworks:
ROFL! Didn't see that coming did you?

well...... Glen must be doing a good job..

If you know you know

weyreypey:
Autoelectng shots fired...I repeat shots fired

Nope that was not her intention.

Contrary to what most people think, Aunty and I have a very good relationship outside NL

justfash50:
@ Gazzuzz and radautos

I have gone through the thread from the beginning to the end and am impressed with the level of discuss, but would like both of you give more details as regards your diagnosis .

I have gained immensely from the discussion so far and I believe the discuss will be put into proper perspective if a case study of this my Toyota Rav 4 of year 2006 is tabled on this platform for your analysis, based on your diagnosis of repair or rebuild.

The rav 4 has misfired in all its cylinders and it's gasket , pistons has worn out, timing chain issues, cracks due to over heating on the engine, engine oil noticed on plugs etc.

From the above, what would you Gazzuzz and radautos analyze as the cost implications for repairs or replace engine or rebuild respectively.

Sometimes to us as end users we are confused with your diagnosis especially when it is an engine issue. Your expertise insight is required here on the rav 4 2006 and current cost implications of repairs or replacement / rebuild is sought.

Thank you as you take your time to run me through what is required in getting the my Rav 4 back on the road again.

radautoworks:
Lol at free diagnosis. Considering diagnosis is free with repair from us, I'll give you one answer here. Anything more in depth we'll need to see the car despite your description.

*[b]inhales it will be cheaper as well as more peace of mind for you in the long run to replace the engine if you can find a good replacement.[/b] Rebuilding cracked blocks can be done but will be tedious, expensive and is prone to failure over time.

I don't know how much the engine itself would cost but the labor takes 16.4 hours for a 4 cylinder and 23.9 for a 6 cylinder from beginning to end i.e. dropping the old one, putting in the new one, reconnecting to all systems and testing.

tempex88:
I need 245/55R19. It's for 2009 highlandee. 2pcs. Can pick up today if available.

Jadeng:
I need 4 pieces of 205/60/15
Let me know what you have.

Abduletudaye:
Hello All,

Back in 2009 when she was still new, we didnt have issues. As last year, the car developed the issues below.

1. Developed a very funny sound: I feel its the silencer tho but on many occassions, we have patched it but it remains same.

2. You have to press on the tortle before the car can actually go a desireable distance.

3. The AC doesnt work.

4. The power steering is worse off: It cannot be easily turned. A mechanic said it was the gushin. The gushin was changed and the neck is barely manageable. I really want it to be free as that of a new car. Some say its the power steering oil. The compartment for the oil is always filled yet the isssue persists.

5. The car seems some how low: What i mean is, after repairing issues no. 1 highlited above, if the car goes into a small ditch, coming isnt rosy. It must surely touch the groud.

6. The car goes while in motion after going a certain distance: At this point, there's water in the radiator, battery is fine though i noticed after leaving the car for about 20min, it starts up like nothing went wrong. It has embarrased me twice.

7. Checking the engine, i realised that many relays have been removed. Relays like AC, Fog Lamp, Etc.

This car was working fine when it was first bough in 2009 and i am in total shock how it has degenerated to this level.

Would share more pictures of her soon as she is grounded somewhere in agege as a result of issue 6.

Please N'landers, come and advise biko..

mobolaji234:
So what's with rabbit teeth?
nb; it's the Honda vtec-e engine not d15b8

Baba you are not frequent on cartalk if not you will understand why I said you can rebuild it.

Follow here.
https://www.nairaland.com/4664741/rebuild-replace
Warning, it is 16 pages long

abitafah:
Good evening oga gazzuz. I just realised lately that my coolant reservoir gets empty too soon but the one in the radiator remains there for as long as it can. Whenever I refill the reservoir, it gets empty again. I have stopped refilling it to check if the one in the radiator will dry off soon but its over 1month now and its still there. What could be the cause and what can I do to fix it? Thanx boss