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GCFR696:
Thanks a lot.
This will be very helpful.

Kind regards

you are welcome sir.

adebrain:
Dear Car Guru

I have similar challenge. However, my car is a Toyota Corolla 2004 and the issue is only when the car is switching from gear 2 to gear 3. Pls what's your advice.

I would appreciate a specific experience with your Car.

myners007:
Thanks, i have a challenge with my radiator, it was replaced with a belgium one this January and ever since the temperature always rises to middle guage barely few minutes of kicking off the engine. Some persons are suggesting i buy a brand new one for replacement.

Please buy a brand new radiator.

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myners007:
Good Day guru, Please i would like you to explain to me the importance of radiator coolant .If one replaces a radiator with another one without applying coolant ,are there any adverse effect on the cooling system of the car.

it is to prevent corrosion to the aluminium components of your cooling system, allow the engine run at a hotter temperature without the coolant boiling, prevent calcification due to hard water, and giving longer life to your water pump/thermostat.

Princelumide:
Please motor guru
I noticed whenever I'm driving my car(Mercedes benz c200 kompressor), sometimes the gear selects fine but at times it just won't select or change, it will just remain in one selection until I put off the engine and restart the car again... And sometimes it won't just move just fine, but as if, it's been forced to move.

Please I need your assistance.

Your gearbox harness connector pin socket is bad. the seal(o-ring) has been compromised allowing oil to soak it.
Replace o-ring , clean and check. if same symptoms replace connector.

Bigsteveg:
Please sir, I use Toyota Camry 2007, can you please recommend the type of brake oil to buy?

Any reputable brand of DOT 3 specification should be fine.

babyboy4every1:
oga guru. I bought almera tino some six mnth ago. It has started shorting oil &producing little flames wen start in d mrning bt stop imdtly. Wht cld be d prblm wt a tokunbo car. Also, i scanned it &detects d 02 sensors. Wht is d implctn of d 02 sensors if i didnt change it.

Valve stem seals could be bad. replace them and get back to me.

bleedingpile:
Hello guru,
Great job you are doing here. God bless!

Please, I am a novice. Just got myself a Nissan xterra 2000 vehicle few days ago. Please, could you be kind and tell me things I need to know, the diy on my part, the changing of oil, the kind and types of engine oil,break oil etc that are healthy this kind?
Also, battery voltage , general maintenance and the pro and cons ?. Your reply would be so appreciate -----don't even have an idea where to start and go from here.

Please help!

Not a bad car. It has a rugged engine. read your owners manual for all these info( you will find them there) and you are good to go.

Neyohpinpin:
good afternoon Guru......

I just noticed that my Accord 05 A/C does not really cool well during the day ....but cools very well to cold sef at night .... is there anything wrong, if yes ,please what can I do please??

Check the operation of your cooling fans. It should come on ( the two of them) when you switch on the AC.

baldwin84:
hello oga guru...I use 2004 Mitsubishi lancer. d oil sump hit ground while traveling on Sunday afternoon. I looked for mechanic and panel beater to solve d problem but we couldn't get d appropriate oil so I opted to forte oil visco. immediately d engine oil enter d motor start smoking but not too much. Then I took it to my mechanic to solve d issue of smoking but he told me not to change d engine oil but just to add oil treatment. after putting d oil treatment d motor smokes badly..Please what is d solution?

What oil were you using before?

lwise:
Hello Guru,
I always have this unpleasant experience anytime I switch on my AC (Hyundai Accent 2008).At times in traffic the car stops completely,I have to switch OFF the car then ON it back.

Can anyone help with the possible solution.

You are having a problem with your idle control.

Pls have the vehicle scanned.

ping2ping:
Hello @MotorGuru. Thanks for the informative thread.

I am considering Toyota Picnic or Toyota Avensis Verso for a family minivan. I actually prefer the avensis verso as its more roomy but have read things about the 1AZ-FE engine fitted into it. Things like burning oil, stripped bolt, etc.

I am looking at a fairly used of any of these. Please I will need your advice.

Thank you.

the 1AZ-FE was not extensively documented to have the stripped bolt problem. Oil consumption was also not an issue.

Please do due diligence when purchasing a Nigerian used vehicle.

Jmyno1H:
Good day Guru,

Please I complained about my Acura MDX here and was advised to have it diagnosed. Please the codes from the diagnosis are:
P0967 and U0107

Please what are the possible reasons for the transmission glitches and what sensor is to be replaced.

Thank you.

check electrical connections to this solenoid:
if ok, replace solenoid

GCFR696:
Hello Motor Guru
I want to buy a tokunbo engine for my 2005 accord v6
1. Please what should I look out for in order not to buy a rebuilt engone
2. The recommended oil is 5w20, can I continue using the recommended oil not minding the fact that the engine must have recorded high mileage?
3. If Q2 is no, which viscosity of oil would you recommend?

Warm regards

rebuilding would have been a better option , but with the current level of available expertise, please toks is better.
What to look out for:
1.Check coolant passage ways and ensure you do not see any chalk- like coating. if you do, that engine has been used in Nigeria Before and
water was used as coolant.
2.Check the interface between Top cylinder& engine block and ensure that graphite(paper as they call it) gasket has not been used.
3. check all gaskets and ensure it has not been supported or replaced by Gasket maker(Black or white gum). Anywhere such was originally sued from factory, it should have a slight yellowish tint to it.
4. Check all bolts and be sure there is no spanner marks(evidence that is might have been slackened before)
5.Check engine number inscription and compare with the engine currently with your car to avoid any foul play.
6. Go with an experienced person.
7. The VIN number of the car that engine came out from is usually riveted to the engine body. copy it and run a comprehensive VIN check to have an idea of the Mileage.



Use 5W20 if the engine mileage is less than 150,000 miles( on the Toks engine)

HeavenlyBang:
No 2008 Highlander i4.

Right sir.

2009-up Toyota highlander had the option of 4 cylinder engines (2.7 L 1AR-FE I4)

It is just not too common ( for the obvious reason of being hopelessly under-powered)

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fidtopade:
Please, I want to know how reliable is peugeot 806. A friend want to buy it for transport business.
Please your answer should include problems common with the car.

I would rather go for the Volkswagen sharan, or the Toyota picnic.
Less dramatic.

But if you need more info on this ride,
Cc. Ikenna351

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Grace2u:
Good day.

Please is maintenance of 2008-2009 Toyota Highlander pocket friendly?.

Can you advise me on this issue before buying?

Compared to other brands of its class, it is the best in terms of cost of ownership.

Nothing really to watch out for( except maybe the oil coolant lines which may rupture with age if it is made of rubber)

adejide2:
Good day sir.
Una weldone oo.
Please I have a car mind to buy but have choice problem.
First I live in ogun state in a rural area. The road to my house from main road is very bad also go slow is usually experienced on the road.
Please which car will be a good buy among highlander, Lexus rav4, sienna, pathfinder and 4runner that I will be easy to maintain as an average salary earner.
Please specify the year of your choice. Thanks. [/quote

2004 Toyota Rav4

oluwealth:
Pls do you have idea how much is Lexus Rx 300 gear for both AWD & RWD

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kingreign:
Is the car a v6 or 4 cylinder engine?

If engine has never been worked on, ensure the cooling system is bled properly( allowing all air to escape)

For oil shortage, do you have leakage around seals of the engine? Puff of smoke at first start in the morning? Smoke only when engine is revved?

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