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DaudaAbu:
Sorry my questions are all lumped up.

Is Oando dex III ATF an appropriate gear oil for yaris hatchback 2006?

My transmission oil is smelling burnt what could be the problem? The gear doesn't select.

Your car manufacturer states toyota type T-iV. Use only what the manufacturer stated sir.

As for gear not shifting, replace transmission.

Nadingo:
Kindly help me out. My car is a w202 c180. My alternator is charging my battery with no complaints, but my mystery is that the car goes off if you remove the battery terminal. Does that mean my alternator's output is low, or is my alternator is on its way out?

Use a multimeter to check the voltage reading, it should be 13.5-14.8v

Sisiekolagos:
My 2010 toyota corolla sport has problems ,it doesn't stop if I put it on park

You mean, when you push its automatic transmission gear lever into P it still roll?

Check the dash, when you put the gear to Park, does the P symbol come on?

10thTenthMan:
Good morning guys.

2013 Nissan Rogue.

Front wheel makes this “Krrrrrrrrr” rattling noise whenever I make a sharp bend and when I go over some bumps.

Check your outer cv joint aka shaft head.

DaudaAbu:
Hello @kingreigb

Pls my toyota yaris 2006 hatch back S2Z engine gear had issues. Mechanic told me the ATF dex III from oando is smelling burnt and in needs of fiber as gear is not engaging but it engages only reverse.

Pls do you hav an Idea hw much this will cost compared to buying another gear

I don't have an idea sir.

iconceo:
please my 2005 eod v6 is giving me some bad noise when ever i match break , i ask my mechanic to check , he said its the abs , he said i should convert it , my question , is it good to convert abs , is there a way to replace it , please i need urgent response

Avoid that mechanic, get someone else who's competent. Your car need proper diagnosis then the right way to fix it.
If you're in Abuja, contact me

obidevine:
@kingreign, does the absence of catalyst contribute to high fuel usage ?

Depends sir.
Absence of catalytic converter on it's own may not cause high fuel consumption, however, a blocked catalytic converter may cause high fuel consumption.

UgoFly:
Pls my honda civic 2006 that I bought cos of subsidy removal gives a strong smell of fuel inside the car whenever I fill the tank. It is so strong that the smell even affects my cloth.
And I don't think I am enjoying the fuel capacity of the car. A full tank doesn't stay up to 2 weeks driving from airport to FMC Hospital every working day of the week. How do I also check the rate of fuel consumption in the car? Thanks

Was your fuel pump worked on?
If yes, check that it was fitted properly, check EVAP system and fuel lines.
The yardstick you use in measuring your fuel consumption is flawed.

Don't mind the dimwit

AuschwitzPrefec:
Fool, is Akwa Ibom part of your Ibo land ?

Fool

CoolJulian:
Incase you don't know, you are the ignorant one here.

Wtf are you talking ignorantly about?
Do you know where akwa ibom is geographically?

obidevine:
When you say it can be improved, do you mean the that mpg should be lower or higher than 18.3mpg?

Should be higher

obidevine:
@gazzuzz

@kingreign

Good morning . I just checked my miles per gallon meter. It shows that my car does 18.3mpg. Is this good or bad . Is this fuel consumption good or bad ?

NB : It's a 2012 Toyota Camry 4 cyl

Not bad for an 11 year old car but can be improved.

RoadMozart:
Please help me ooo

My trafficator stopped working. I'm sure its not the bulb because the hazard lights still work when turned on but the normal pointer lights don't work when turned on.

The power outlet also has stopped working. I plugged in a Bluetooth device but it didn't work.

Took the car to a Rewire but he said it's not from the fuse box.

Any advice?

cc Gazzuzz, Nurey, Kingreign
🙏🙏🙏

Its normal with Bajaj motorcycle

lomaxbien:
3.7

The sweet engine.

Supreme145, you aren't married, yet facing these doesn't make you insecure. It shows and tells that your lady is not stable or trustworthy and you are one of her few or many open options which she may fall back upon when all chips are down.

Take stock of your achievements and failures with her, do your considerations, regain control of your life and sanity, if she's found wanting or doesn't measure up to what you expected of the woman you desire her to be, walk her out of your life.

MuslimPegan:
Best stadium in Nigeria located in south east Nigeria

Stop being ignorant. That is Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo. It's in the South South and not South East as erroneously stated by you.

lomaxbien:
Q50

3.7 or 2.0?

Gaxuvir:
I have noticed much have not been said about this American brand in this arena. A little break from japanese brands for now, i am considering getting either chevrolet Aveo(sedan) or Chev. kalos(suv) 06-07. Gurus in the house, whats is your take about this brand in terms of reliability and efficiency? Any issues/maintenance tips?

cc
grupo
dozieson
nurey
buygala
kingreign
other gurus\chev owners

Did you read about the poor safety crash score of the Aveo and Kalos?
If you're also okay with its poor handling and noisy engine then go for it.

It's been used as taxi in Abuja.

michael8228:
Good evening house, i drive a matrix 03/04 4 wheel drive, anytime the speed gets to 80 and goes through a small gallop the car wobbles and the steering shakes. Kindly assist

A lot of things can cause it, your car needs to be checked by a competent technician. Pls stop driving the car on highways at such speeds to avoid accidents.

tagborume:
I have a Nissan Bluebird 1992 model, it raises without thotling the gas pedal. The mechanic that checked said the airflow is bad and suggested I should convert it to a Carburettor since the airflow is not ready available in my locality. What's your advice?

No advise.

WycliffeSMB:
Good morning House!
Pls I used masking tape yesterday to hold a poster on my car for an event.
After removing the poster, I noticed lines of sticky gummy residues left by the masking tape.

Pls Does anyone have an idea of what I can use to safely remove those marks without harming the car paint?

Petrol or rubbing alcohol

9icetoo:
Na people like am dey lay credence to the fallacy that all things "Benz" dey speed well.

E carry sick highlander dey complain say GLA250 pass am. Say vehicle wey weigh pass 2000 kg be like paper for him hand. There are people who have no business going past 70km/hr in any car whatsoever even i a formula 1 car and he is one of them sadly.

The highlander was not built for speed oo maka ndi speed demons out there. But the V6 can keep pace with just about any regular SUV out there and can outpace most sedans with its powerful 2GR engine (the V6 versions)

Drive safe, stay safe.

Lol. No mind anti toyota fan boys.

RoadMozart:
Secondly


This happened on January 3rd.

I took one 2009 highlander sport. I went to drop one of my younger ones in Benin from Ondo( He was to go to Bayelsa). I took off as early as 4am. On my way back, Na so I begin dey race with this Mercedes GLA250 2015. Omo the guy kept me chasing him at 180kmph. My Car was like a feather. I later lost the guy when we got to Showboy in Ore.

Except your car was very sick or a 4 cylinder and fully loaded with people and cargo, that GLA250 can't outpace a 2009 highlander sports V6 from 0-180km/h where it electronic speed limiter kicks in. Yes, the GLA is lighter, by approximately 500kg, but the highlander is more powerful and equally stable on speed (the unit you drove has bad suspension).

In all, I highly advise you drive carefully.

obidevine:
@Kingreign I greet you specially. Please my car "engine maintenance required" light, flashes exactly 7 times when I turn the car on. I serviced my car 2 weeks ago changed oil and filter with the recommended oil weight. I used nordkapp 0W20. And I set my mileage counter trip A and B back to zero after servicing.

It's a 2012 Camry.


What could be the cause of this ?

Watch this YouTube video


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1MyoOsXMnMs&pp=ygUiMjAxMiBjYW1yeSBtYWludGVuYW5jZSBsaWdodCByZXNldA%3D%3D

SeaTrade:
2011 highlander
Drains battery like mad!!!
Park it overnight and the next morning ,battery Is dead.
Have changed batteries multiple times to no avail.
Someone is telling me headlight relay bla bla bla but I really doubt it and don't want to waste money on trial and error.
Say the headlight relay na 80k
According to him,its the whole R column device in the fusebox in the picture below that keeps draining the battery,that it's not working bla bla bla...I don't know but I'm not too sure of what he's saying,even though I've never encountered such.

My guy nwanneni, I hail you brother, Send me message on whatsapp, if you dey PH, I go connect you to someone wey go tidy am for you. 07034581213

Kashif:
Tested and trusted

Approved!

Fieryblaze:
Good day everyone, I am in dire need of advice, so here's my situation. I currently have a Lexus ES350 '08 and where I live has terrible roads, My front and back bumpers look haggard, they always hit the floor and I am tired of it. So I am thinking of getting an SUV, but I am torn between Ford Explorer 2013 Limited and Mercedes Benz GLK 350 2011 both are Toks. I just want a car with serious clearance and that is moderately easy to maintain(I have heard lots of horror stories about Ford and even Benz sef).
Oh and if you have any better option apart from these two, I'll appreciate. The budget is 8-10M

Avoid that ford.
The benz isn't bad, but why not do a Toyota Highlander or a venza or a Lexus RX350?

Registerforumj:
Good evening.
I’m about to get my first car and every useful advice will be appreciated. I’m an introvert hence I don’t have friends to consult.

Factors to consider:

I live in abuja and stay in town,the probability of me driving to an untareed road is low

My work requires me to move around alot within the city centre. (Sometimes my daily Uber fare ranges between 20-30k since the fuel hike)

I’ll be leaving the country in 2yrs time, hence I need the car for just 2yrs, I’ll most likely not sell it then.

I want something reliable, BUT FANCY

I want a car with low fuel consumption.

I hate cars with fabric seats


I was using a 2012 sonata and I Loved it, however it was an official car and maintenance cost was on the company, I would love to buy sane car, but nairaland review is scary.

I’m considering 2014 Elantra or Sonata…. But I keep hearing they’re not reliable.

Based on the above points what’s the best car you would advice I get.

Ps: THE BUDGET IS 5m

Go for an elantra, civic or corolla. For the price, it's not bad, but you may need yo up your budget a bit.

If you need a trustworthy person to help with pre-purchase inspection or to even scout for you feel free to contact me.

figment232:
my 4runner jeep has this clicking noise each time i accelerate

Your description of the challenge is very vague.

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Tblax:
Thank you for your response, it was actually the gear selector and it has been fixed by capable technician.

You're welcome