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HEADING OFF
PROBLEMS
The
more you know about your vehicle, the more likely it is you can
head off problems.
Many common vehicle problems can be spotted by using your
senses. You may learn
a lot by inspecting the area around your vehicle, listening for strange
noises, sensing
a difference in the way your vehicle handles, or even noting
unusual odors.
Looks Like
Trouble
Smells
Like Trouble
Sounds
Like Trouble
Feels Like Trouble |
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BRAKES
Pulsation when braking
Grinding or squealing noises
Car pulls to left or right when brakes applied
EXHAUST PROBLEMS
Smell of exhaust fumes
Louder than normal exhaust noise
Rattling noise
TRANSMISSION
Abnormal sound coming from transmission
Jumping into gear
Hesitation engaging next gear as speed increases
ALIGNMENT
Tires wearing unevenly
Car wanders, or pulls to one side while driving
Steering feels stiff
Steering wheel doesn't return to center position when released |
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