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Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by GAZZUZZ(m): 7:24am On Jun 30, 2017
MrMash:
Hi Gazzuzz....

1. Please I need your help in getting the right rear wheel hub for a Ford Mondeo 2004. I have been unable to get it so far.

2. My car shifts gear perfectly when on a flat road or downhill but gear shifting and power lose occurs when climbing hills. What could be the cause please? Could it be low fuel pressure?

Edit your user settings on NL and type in a signature. E.g
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Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by Jagermeister(m): 11:44am On Jun 30, 2017
lymelyte:
lol.. it is a servlet. It is what I could get on my hand at that time grin. That's the color of my transmission oil.

I'm aware bro. I once owned the somewhat older 3 litre V6 of the same model.

I believe yours is the 2004-2006 model. I love the car to pieces.
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by Jagermeister(m): 11:50am On Jun 30, 2017
GAZZUZZ:


don't mind that boi, I have been observing him angry

We unanimously agreed upon that as a general rule.

I had to lash him because I know the heartbreak I got when I saw red ink and realised it wasn't Al 'GAZZUZZ' Pacino. Lool.
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by spyder880(m): 11:50am On Jun 30, 2017
On the same price, Mercedes Benz c 200 , 2003 model vs the Toyota camry xle 2003, which should my friend consider for a daily use car?

Gazzuzz, other gurus please help as he is about to pay now.
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by lymelyte(m): 11:57am On Jun 30, 2017
Jagermeister:


I'm aware bro. I once owned the somewhat older 3 litre V6 of the same model.

I believe yours is the 2004-2006 model. I love the car to pieces.
yeah! It is an 04,the car is a speed demon. grin
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by geezonaire1415(m): 12:01pm On Jun 30, 2017
GAZZUZZ:


Cam shaft position sensor.

A scan will show you nothing.



please whats the next step to take or what action do i tell the mechanic to carry out?
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by b2212(m): 12:02pm On Jun 30, 2017
GAZZUZZ:


very easy, location is at the back of the engine near the fire wall. Car should have issues starting in the morning especially on a cold day.

Coolant temp sensor check if connections are firm, if firm replace sensor. If you cannot get 1, come over and get 1 for free.

thanks a billion. will check when i get home and let you know.

meanwhile how many litres of engine oil should i use. i suspect i overfilled using 5 litres of 5w 30.
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by Controlv: 2:03pm On Jun 30, 2017
Good Afternoon Sir Gazzuzz

My 03 accord has an issue that my Mechanic has not been able to solve:
The car vibrates a lot when it's idle, especially when gear is engaged. It doesn't vibrate if I shift gear to park.

The car breathes hard at take-off but the breathing gets normal after take off. The gear shifts well and car doesn't vibrate on motion.

The car idles @ 1200 rpm at first start of the day, the rpm goes down to 800 after 4 minutes. It drives very rough if I engage the gear @ 1200rpm (had to idle for 4 mins @ first start to enjoy a smooth ride)

I have changed spark plugs and engine seats but no visible improvement.

Please help
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by fyasmeenluv: 2:09pm On Jun 30, 2017
Good day Gazzuzz,
Could you advice on which model of these Lexus is good for use in Nigeria ?

1) 2011 RX 350 and
2) 2011 RX 450 Hybrid

Thanks
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by kayceecompany: 2:42pm On Jun 30, 2017
geezonaire1415:




please whats the next step to take or what action do i tell the mechanic to carry out?

permit me to assist.
I had the same annoying problem for months with my Civic. My mechanic said it's fuel pump. I changed that but the problem persisted. He insisted that it's injector, and that I bought fake pump bla bla bla...
To cut the story short. After scanning, I got the code P1361 later P1362 joined. So, I decided to change the Camshaft Position censor after a thorough Internet research.
The guys at Ladipo refused to sell one sensor, they said that I have to buy the two ie the Camshaft Position Censor and the Top Dead Center censor (hope I'm right)
After changing the censors, the problem persisted but improved a little bit.
Somehow we figured out that the exhaust pipe is not through. I went to my panel beater who loosed the silencer and cleared some debris. That solved the problem. I hope this helps.
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by bigtalla(m): 3:03pm On Jun 30, 2017
GAZZUZZ:


It will work, but Sadly the gear shifts will not be as usual, there will be a lot of abnormal movement.

My suggestion, sell car as it is, and get another vehicle.

Good day GAZZUZZ, still on my Camry gearbox matter. After scanning the car, it still showed only P0748. It was interpreted as Solonoid A being bad or short-circuited. My mechanic suggested changing the gearbox valve body (which carries the solonoids) and that my gearbox should be fine. A few other mechanics are still advising i just buy a new gearbox and forget changing the solonoid.
The thing is that, I can't sell the car (as u suggested) cos the offers been made are so ridiculous. I also can't afford gearbox (750k). But I can raise the cash for the valve body(and solonoids).
In your opinion and from your experiences, had there been successes with repairing a gearbox having similar problem like mine?
Thank you.
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by GAZZUZZ(m): 3:08pm On Jun 30, 2017
Controlv:
Good Afternoon Sir Gazzuzz

My 03 accord has an issue that my Mechanic has not been able to solve:
The car vibrates a lot when it's idle, especially when gear is engaged. It doesn't vibrate if I shift gear to park.

The car breathes hard at take-off but the breathing gets normal after take off. The gear shifts well and car doesn't vibrate on motion.

The car idles @ 1200 rpm at first start of the day, the rpm goes down to 800 after 4 minutes. It drives very rough if I engage the gear @ 1200rpm (had to idle for 4 mins @ first start to enjoy a smooth ride)

I have changed spark plugs and engine seats but no visible improvement.

Please help

and it is a 3cylinder tricycle?
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by GAZZUZZ(m): 3:08pm On Jun 30, 2017
bigtalla:


Good day GAZZUZZ, still on my Camry gearbox matter. After scanning the car, it still showed only P0748. It was interpreted as Solonoid A being bad or short-circuited. My mechanic suggested changing the gearbox valve body (which carries the solonoids) and that my gearbox should be fine. A few other mechanics are still advising i just buy a new gearbox and forget changing the solonoid.
The thing is that, I can't sell the car (as u suggested) cos the offers been made are so ridiculous. I also can't afford gearbox (750k). But I can raise the cash for the valve body(and solonoids).
In your opinion and from your experiences, had there been successes with repairing a gearbox having similar problem like mine?
Thank you.

ask kashif
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by GAZZUZZ(m): 3:09pm On Jun 30, 2017
fyasmeenluv:
Good day Gazzuzz,
Could you advice on which model of these Lexus is good for use in Nigeria ?

1) 2011 RX 350 and
2) 2011 RX 450 Hybrid

Thanks
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by GAZZUZZ(m): 3:11pm On Jun 30, 2017
b2212:


thanks a billion. will check when i get home and let you know.

meanwhile how many litres of engine oil should i use. i suspect i overfilled using 5 litres of 5w 30.

about 6liters. Let the dip stick be your guide

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Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by Controlv: 3:18pm On Jun 30, 2017
GAZZUZZ:


and it is a 3cylinder tricycle?

Its Honda Accord 2003. 4 Cylinders

Pls help.
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by GAZZUZZ(m): 4:22pm On Jun 30, 2017
Controlv:


Its Honda Accord 2003. 4 Cylinders

Pls help.

possible misfire caused by

Sparkplugs
Low fuel pressure
Dirty injectors

Also possible...,..

Damaged engine mountain front (radiator) and rear (exhaust side)
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by Controlv: 4:50pm On Jun 30, 2017
GAZZUZZ:


possible misfire caused by

Sparkplugs
Low fuel pressure
Dirty injectors

Also possible...,..

Damaged engine mountain front (radiator) and rear (exhaust side)

Thanks boss.

Can I bring it to your workshop tomorrow?
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by bizzibodi(m): 5:34pm On Jun 30, 2017
krisrock:

That is not the EGR valve, it's actually the EGR Vacuum Modulator. The one beside it is the EGR valve. The pipe blocked with the broom should go to the vacuum switch valve(vsv) which Toyota hid under the car(you go sweat to lose am if e don spoil) and another pipe should go from the vsv to the EGR valve. I have a 1997 Camry and me and Oga gazzuzz had to relocate the position of the vsv to some place more reachable. If connected properly you should see improvements in your gas mileage . I sha know it's all part of the breathing system of the car sha. Maybe oga gazzuzz fit help expatiate. My car has the P0401 code which I believe yours will have too and your check engine light should be on. I and Oga gazzuzz have tested the EGR valve and it works fine, changed vsv but yet to change that modulator which I hope will be the culprit of my check engine light grin
i now undrstnd frm yo explanation & d diagram can u pls paste a pic of d vsv 2 help me identify & locate it.wher iz gazzuz sef.
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by GAZZUZZ(m): 6:37pm On Jun 30, 2017
bizzibodi:

i now undrstnd frm yo explanation & d diagram can u pls paste a pic of d vsv 2 help me identify & locate it.wher iz gazzuz sef.

wrong spelling
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by GAZZUZZ(m): 6:42pm On Jun 30, 2017
bigtalla:


Good day GAZZUZZ, still on my Camry gearbox matter. After scanning the car, it still showed only P0748. It was interpreted as Solonoid A being bad or short-circuited. My mechanic suggested changing the gearbox valve body (which carries the solonoids) and that my gearbox should be fine. A few other mechanics are still advising i just buy a new gearbox and forget changing the solonoid.
The thing is that, I can't sell the car (as u suggested) cos the offers been made are so ridiculous. I also can't afford gearbox (750k). But I can raise the cash for the valve body(and solonoids).
In your opinion and from your experiences, had there been successes with repairing a gearbox having similar problem like mine?
Thank you.

try this, I have seen it work a lot of times.

Disconnect socket of engine ecu then reinstall properly

Disconnect socket of gearbox then reinstall.
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by Ebenezeronline: 6:55pm On Jun 30, 2017
GAZZUZZ:

Sir, good evening.

Please sir, kindly advise me because this will be the first ride I am planning to buy. My desired specs are: 3 row seater, 2005 upwards, clean & sound Nigerian used, with 800k - 1million budget.

Also, I got this offer but wanted to confirm from you too. The car is a 2006 model Nissan Pathfinder. It would later develop some engine problems and the owner decided to change it. He said that because he could not afford the 4.0ltr 2006 engine, (claimed it cost almost 500k), he now replaced it with a 3.0ltr 2002 engine. Now he wants to sell it to me.

Now my arguments are:
1. Will the smaller engine be able to pull and power the bogus car?
2. If yes,will there be any side effects in the future arising from the use of the smaller engine size?

Your expert advise will go a long way in helping me sort this out please.
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by oppytexu: 7:02pm On Jun 30, 2017
Please I have a Toyota Corolla 2009, I notice that the car engine go off or jack for sometime before going off each time I put on the AC in traffic or while parking... I spoke with my mechanic he suggested that the timing is not correct which he try to adjust but still didnt correct the issue.. I went to scan the car and the code P0420 was detected..
During the fixing by my local mechanic he said he noticed that the low ram have been worked on before (that is welded somehow). Before this time I have paid him for timing chain and adjuster which he collected huge amount for, right now I'm just pissed and angry even with everyone around me because of the frustration..
Please can anyone help my condition and suggest what can be done...

please note that the problem doesn't occur when the car is moving, it only happen when stagnat or in slow traffic

Thanks
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by GAZZUZZ(m): 7:14pm On Jun 30, 2017
Ebenezeronline:


Sir, good evening.

Please sir, kindly advise me because this will be the first ride I am planning to buy. My desired specs are: 3 row seater, 2005 upwards, clean & sound Nigerian used, with 800k - 1million budget.

Also, I got this offer but wanted to confirm from you too. The car is a 2006 model Nissan Pathfinder. It would later develop some engine problems and the owner decided to change it. He said that because he could not afford the 4.0ltr 2006 engine, (claimed it cost almost 500k), he now replaced it with a 3.0ltr 2002 engine. Now he wants to sell it to me.

Now my arguments are:
1. Will the smaller engine be able to pull and power the bogus car?
2. If yes,will there be any side effects in the future arising from the use of the smaller engine size?

Your expert advise will go a long way in helping me sort this out please.

please do not buy.

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Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by GAZZUZZ(m): 7:16pm On Jun 30, 2017
oppytexu:
Please I have a Toyota Corolla 2009, I notice that the car engine go off or jack for sometime before going off each time I put on the AC in traffic or while parking... I spoke with my mechanic he suggested that the timing is not correct which he try to adjust but still didnt correct the issue.. I went to scan the car and the code P0420 was detected..
During the fixing by my local mechanic he said he noticed that the low ram have been worked on before (that is welded somehow). Before this time I have paid him for timing chain and adjuster which he collected huge amount for, right now I'm just pissed and angry even with everyone around me because of the frustration..
Please can anyone help my condition and suggest what can be done...

please note that the problem doesn't occur when the car is moving, it only happen when stagnat or in slow traffic

Thanks

please take a pic of the engine showing the compressor installed
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by oppytexu: 7:27pm On Jun 30, 2017
GAZZUZZ:


please take a pic of the engine showing the compressor installed

I will send the compressor pics soon.. But note that the car still vibrate even if the AC is not on but it won't go off maybe because AC load is not added to the engine yet...

Plus I noticed the RPM indicator go below 1 to as low as 0.4 or 0.5 sometimes. Then car the vibrate when the RPM go below 1, Which I notice its always fluctuating when the car is in traffic or parked without acceleration
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by Ebenezeronline: 7:32pm On Jun 30, 2017
GAZZUZZ:


please do not buy.


Alright, thanks.

Which one do you suggest I go for, considering the specs I just mentioned?
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by bigtalla(m): 9:13pm On Jun 30, 2017
GAZZUZZ:


try this, I have seen it work a lot of times.

Disconnect socket of engine ecu then reinstall properly

Disconnect socket of gearbox then reinstall.

Thanks a lot. Will do this tomorrow and get back to you on the outcome
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by bizzibodi(m): 9:39pm On Jun 30, 2017
GAZZUZZ:

wrong spelling
Egboo mi!4gif me 4 wrong spelling,plz helep mi ejoo.
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by Jagermeister(m): 10:59pm On Jun 30, 2017
lymelyte:
yeah! It is an 04,the car is a speed demon. grin

Bro it's not even about the speed for me. It's a 3.3 litre engine, I wouldn't expect any less.

It's the attention to detail. It's about how much luxury was offered in a car as old as that.

IMO, the interior details of that car commands more volumes than the 2010 Avalon.

Even better than the 2007-2010 ES350, whose interior I consider rather bland.
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by GAZZUZZ(m): 11:52pm On Jun 30, 2017
bizzibodi:

Egboo mi!4gif me 4 wrong spelling,plz helep mi ejoo.

krisrock has been very detailed in the solution to your query.
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by banky3w(m): 1:48am On Jul 01, 2017
Please Gazzuzz, can you tell us why you avoid V6 engines? Is it the maintenance cost or what particularly don't you like in V6 engines? I have been observing keenly on many other posts your slight contempt for V6 cars and I would really like to know at least to advise the other aspiring users like me.

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