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Re: Car Talk Chat Room by capnies: 12:51pm On Feb 07, 2025
Please gurus which tracker can I buy for my car
And any in Port Harcourt
Re: Car Talk Chat Room by blacksta(m): 3:44pm On Feb 09, 2025
Automatic Camry 2007 with Gear issues ...car jerks when changing Gear...I am in lagos ..where can I fix
Re: Car Talk Chat Room by Abbeyismo(m): 4:25pm On Feb 09, 2025
blacksta:
Automatic Camry 2007 with Gear issues ...car jerks when changing Gear...I am in lagos ..where can I fix
You can reach out here
But have you scan it first to know what wrong
Re: Car Talk Chat Room by blacksta(m): 4:56pm On Feb 09, 2025
Abbeyismo:
You can reach out here
But have you scan it first to know what wrong
please recommend a good scanner company ... I am in lagos
Re: Car Talk Chat Room by Abbeyismo(m): 6:01pm On Feb 09, 2025
blacksta:
please recommend a good scanner company ... I am in lagos
If you are in lagos mainland reach out to me via whatapp for scanning and diagnoses.
Re: Car Talk Chat Room by NL1960: 3:43pm On Feb 13, 2025
Goodday Car gurus,

I noticed that this red light comes on my Toyota Corolla(Bank Type) once the temperature gauge gets to centre of the gauge especially when iam in traffic but once i rev, it disappears and also when i leave traffic and the temperature gauge drops below the centre, it disappears.

Please what could be the issue?.

Re: Car Talk Chat Room by kingreign(m): 6:03pm On Feb 13, 2025
NL1960:
Goodday Car gurus,

I noticed that this red light comes on my Toyota Corolla(Bank Type) once the temperature gauge gets to centre of the gauge especially when iam in traffic but once i rev, it disappears and also when i leave traffic and the temperature gauge drops below the centre, it disappears.

Please what could be the issue?.
Loss of oil pressure. Stop driving that car immediately. Have it checked by a competent technician.
Re: Car Talk Chat Room by NL1960: 8:03pm On Feb 13, 2025
kingreign:
Loss of oil pressure. Stop driving that car immediately. Have it checked by a competent technician.
Thanks. Can I drive it to my mechanic's place?.

Moreover, what is the implication of constant driving?.
Re: Car Talk Chat Room by kingreign(m): 9:16pm On Feb 13, 2025
NL1960:
Thanks. Can I drive it to my mechanic's place?.

Moreover, what is the implication of constant driving?.
I said stop driving that car immediately, shut it down or else you risk damaging that engine badly.
Re: Car Talk Chat Room by NL1960: 9:38pm On Feb 13, 2025
kingreign:
I said stop driving that car immediately, shut it down or else you risk damaging that engine badly.
Ok. Thanks
Re: Car Talk Chat Room by masciv: 9:49pm On Feb 13, 2025
NL1960:
Thanks. Can I drive it to my mechanic's place?.

Moreover, what is the implication of constant driving?.
Do not even start that engine to warm up. That's if the damage has not been done already anyway.

You are either low on Oil, burning oil badly, having oil pump issues, having oil leaks or your oil level sensor is acting up due to wiring issues.

Start praying it's the last of the scenarios indicated.
Re: Car Talk Chat Room by NL1960: 10:24pm On Feb 13, 2025
masciv:
Do not even start that engine to warm up. That's if the damage has not been done already anyway.

You are either low on Oil, burning oil badly, having oil pump issues, having oil leaks or your oil level sensor is acting up due to wiring issues.

Start praying it's the last of the scenarios indicated.
How do I now fix it or take it to a mechanic if I cannot start it or if a mechanic comes and wants to take it to his workshop?.

I checked the oil and it is not low.

As I said earlier I can drive without the light showing if there is no traffic and the temperature gauge is below centre
Re: Car Talk Chat Room by kingreign(m): 9:36am On Feb 14, 2025
NL1960:
How do I now fix it or take it to a mechanic if I cannot start it or if a mechanic comes and wants to take it to his workshop?.

I checked the oil and it is not low.

As I said earlier I can drive without the light showing if there is no traffic and the temperature gauge is below centre
Call a mechanic to cone check the car or tow the car to your mechanic garage. Also, check your oil filter
Re: Car Talk Chat Room by NL1960: 10:08am On Feb 14, 2025
kingreign:
Call a mechanic to cone check the car or tow the car to your mechanic garage. Also, check your oil filter
Thanks. The mechanic has taken it to his garage this morning as i did not drive it to work.
Re: Car Talk Chat Room by abootoyyib(m): 7:03pm On Feb 14, 2025
Good evening bosses,

Please I have this Toyota corolla 2004 and the top is making some noise like tapping.

Please is it advise to change the top cylinder ??
Re: Car Talk Chat Room by masciv: 5:53am On Feb 15, 2025
NL1960:
How do I now fix it or take it to a mechanic if I cannot start it or if a mechanic comes and wants to take it to his workshop?.

I checked the oil and it is not low.

As I said earlier I can drive without the light showing if there is no traffic and the temperature gauge is below centre
How do you carry a vehicle involved in an accident for fixing? Drive it?

You can drive it though. If it is anything related to the options asides the last, just know you will be spending a lot to fix it and that's if the engine does not grenade itself from oil starvation before then. It's not about having oil in the engine. Is the engine oil circulating properly and being routed to the right places?
Re: Car Talk Chat Room by masciv: 5:57am On Feb 15, 2025
abootoyyib:
Good evening bosses,

Please I have this Toyota corolla 2004 and the top is making some noise like tapping.

Please is it advise to change the top cylinder ??
Get it to a respectable mechanic. If the tapping is due to a failed lifter(s), you will either need to change the lifters and the camshafts. Changing the whole header is not a good idea if the damage is not due to overheating or bad timing causing piston/valve contact.
Re: Car Talk Chat Room by abootoyyib(m): 6:37am On Feb 15, 2025
masciv:
Please can you recommend one

Get it to a respectable mechanic. If the tapping is due to a failed lifter(s), you will either need to change the lifters and the camshafts. Changing the whole header is not a good idea if the damage is not due to overheating or bad timing causing piston/valve contact.
Re: Car Talk Chat Room by abootoyyib(m): 6:37am On Feb 15, 2025
Can you recommend one sir in Ibadan or Lagos[quote author=abootoyyib post=134150020][/quote]
Re: Car Talk Chat Room by boysn(m): 9:02am On Feb 15, 2025
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Re: Car Talk Chat Room by 2cribz: 10:23am On Feb 15, 2025
Oul level sensor is not red but yellow.
masciv:
Do not even start that engine to warm up. That's if the damage has not been done already anyway.

You are either low on Oil, burning oil badly, having oil pump issues, having oil leaks or your oil level sensor is acting up due to wiring issues.

Start praying it's the last of the scenarios indicated.
Re: Car Talk Chat Room by kelvinmnet(m): 10:21am On Feb 17, 2025
Hello Gurus in the house, please I need your help with my brothers 2011 Lexus ES350
Vehicle looses power while in motion.
Car has been scanned and it showed an error relating to the throttle pedal.
Throttle pedal was changed, yet issue persists.

Issue:
Vehicle looses power while in motion but engine is still running, just doesn't rev.
Sometimes when you want to overtake, pedal doesn't respond to acceleration.
While in motion, even when the gear is pushed to neutral, pressing the throttle, car doesn't rev then suddenly, it picks again

Things Done:
Fuel pump and filter checked and changed
Throttle pedal changed
Throttle body (Ejector mouth) changed
Plugs and nozzles checked, all fine.

What the possible cause of the issue?
Re: Car Talk Chat Room by erico2k2(m): 10:52am On Feb 21, 2025
kelvinmnet:
Hello Gurus in the house, please I need your help with my brothers 2011 Lexus ES350
Vehicle looses power while in motion.
Car has been scanned and it showed an error relating to the throttle pedal.
Throttle pedal was changed, yet issue persists.

Issue:
Vehicle looses power while in motion but engine is still running, just doesn't rev.
Sometimes when you want to overtake, pedal doesn't respond to acceleration.
While in motion, even when the gear is pushed to neutral, pressing the throttle, car doesn't rev then suddenly, it picks again

Things Done:
Fuel pump and filter checked and changed
Throttle pedal changed
Throttle body (Ejector mouth) changed
Plugs and nozzles checked, all fine.

What the possible cause of the issue?
you are dealing with road side mechanics
What need to be done is simple, Buy a new throttle body not used one, then they need a Dealer level tool to reprogram the throttle body actuator to learning mood, No matter what anyone does without the re programming of the throttle body, it wont work, At least the scan tool told you guys what the problem is. Also if the throttle pedal you fited was a working one, you need to follow a procedure to re learn it.I know the process for my range rover not Toyota, but Im sure you can look it up on line. its about putting on the ignition and depressing the pedal all the way to the floor, or ignition break and trottle pedal all the way to the floor for 10 to 20 mins,
Re: Car Talk Chat Room by erico2k2(m): 10:53am On Feb 21, 2025
boysn:
Are you tired of high fuel costs ? Look no further tap into the opportunity to convert your car with the Presidential compressed natural gas initiative (PCNGi)

Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity!
Switch to CNG today and safe big!

Benefits of CNG:*

- Save up to 60% on fuel costs
- Reduce emissions and help the environment
- Increase your vehicle's performance and longevity

*Our CNG Installation Package:*

- High-quality CNG kit and accessories
- Professional installation by certified technicians
- Warranty on parts and labor
- Competitive pricing

*Why Choose Us:*

- Experienced team with years of expertise
- Quick and efficient installation process
- Excellent customer service and supports


Contact 08026884564 for more enquires
SO let me ask you a direct question
Will you convert your 2024 Range rover or lexus or BMW or Merc to CNG?
Re: Car Talk Chat Room by erico2k2(m): 10:54am On Feb 21, 2025
abootoyyib:
Good evening bosses,

Please I have this Toyota corolla 2004 and the top is making some noise like tapping.

Please is it advise to change the top cylinder ??
thats a mechanical issue, you need an up to date mechanic to examine it
Re: Car Talk Chat Room by erico2k2(m): 10:56am On Feb 21, 2025
NL1960:
Goodday Car gurus,

I noticed that this red light comes on my Toyota Corolla(Bank Type) once the temperature gauge gets to centre of the gauge especially when iam in traffic but once i rev, it disappears and also when i leave traffic and the temperature gauge drops below the centre, it disappears.

Please what could be the issue?.
You mean to tell us you do not know what that sign means? Really? and you have a driving licencehuh
This situation is like being a banker and do not know what a calculator is
Re: Car Talk Chat Room by erico2k2(m): 10:59am On Feb 21, 2025
lordpopular:
Hello, please I need help with my car,

My car was flooded last year and it affected my gear. I took it to a gear specialist and it was fixed and started working.

Last month I noticed that when I am increasing my speed from 40 to 60, my car does not respond immediately. It drags or jerks.

I took it back to my mechanic and I was told there was issues switching from gear 2 to gear 3 and that it skips gear 3 and goes to gear 4.

What could be the cause of this and what next steps should I take.

Car Model - 2011 Camry
Gear - 22 pin
you took it to a road side mechanic who does not
1 have the tool to re program the gear box as I suspect he performed a gear box flush which now means your car gear will function in an erratic way
2,Wrong cheap fluid.
3 wrong sequence in performing the fluid change and learning process.
Re: Car Talk Chat Room by erico2k2(m): 11:00am On Feb 21, 2025
mmadu4:
HI CAR PARTS DEALER IN THE HOUSE , my dad owns a 92 camry he bought in 2002 he loves the car so much i have tried to persuade him to get rid of it for a newer model he said no , pls how much can i get complete engine and gear box for it ,

thank you for replying ,
92 belongs to history, No need spending money o n it
Re: Car Talk Chat Room by erico2k2(m): 11:02am On Feb 21, 2025
Bola4boy:
Pls I need help. I bought a thermostat for my honda accord, i decided to test it inside hot water. The valve opened ( became longer ) but didn't close again after removing from the boiling water. Till now, it's still open. Is it how it should be? I thought it should close when cold. Pls help
You bought a fake one period.
Re: Car Talk Chat Room by erico2k2(m): 11:06am On Feb 21, 2025
Oluwabusobomi:
I bought a Nigerian used Camry 2000 (2.2) yesterday but this morning I noticed some oil on the ground where I packed it. The car drives fine with the AC on and chilling while test driving it yesterday. A mechanic also confirmed.

Please what could be the problem
your car dey leak oil simple, you now need to find out where the leak is from,Easy as ABC
Re: Car Talk Chat Room by NL1960: 11:19am On Feb 21, 2025
erico2k2:
You mean to tell us you do not know what that sign means? Really? and you have a driving licencehuh
This situation is like being a banker and do not know what a calculator is
Leave that one. How many people go to driving school?. You can even get a driver's license without going to a driving school.
Re: Car Talk Chat Room by erico2k2(m): 11:50am On Feb 21, 2025
NL1960:
Leave that one. How many people go to driving school?. You can even get a driver's license without going to a driving school.
This has nothing to do with satisfying the Authority rather to save your pocket, How on earth can someone be driving and they do not know the Engine Oil symbol? just How ? and that Symbol is the worse one to ever show up in motion it is usually accompanied by catastrophic Engine failure.
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