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The Optima is Kia’s first run at the mid-size class, and while it might not be on the same level as the Honda Accord or
Toyota Camry, it has most of the right stuff to compete. For 2005, this Hyundai Sonata clone receives only minor updates, including clear turn signals and updated leather seats. The standard [...]

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When the BMW 325 does not start properly, there can be various reasons, most of which are typical car issues that can affect any type of vehicle. However, over the years of production there have been a couple of recalls and problems that are specific to the 325 that may be the culprit for your [...]

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Notes: Information for ♦ Relay and Fuse arrangements ♦ Connector arrangements ♦ Control Modules and Relays ♦ Ground connections Component Locations! Informations for ♦ Troubleshooting Procedures
Guided Fault Finding using VAS 5051/5052 Access/Start Control Module, Fuses J518 – Access/Start Control Module SB38 – Fuse 38 (on fuse panel B) SB42 – Fuse 42 (on fuse panel [...]

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We have been trying to start a ‘90 Caddy El Dorado, but it won’t budge. It has a special mechanism where the alarm locks the ignition switch, but it’s been so long since we’ve used it that we forgot the trick that gets it to disengage. If anyone knows how to disengage it, please post [...]

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Inside this manual you will find routine maintenance, tune-up procedures, engine repair, cooling and heating, air conditioning, fuel and exhaust, emissions control, ignition, brakes, suspension and steering, electrical systems, and wiring diagrams.

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This fully programmable Plug and Play product opens the door to virtually limitless performance modification and tuning of your vehicle. Programmable systems allow you to extract all the performance from your engine by delivering precisely the required amount of fuel and ignition timing that your engine requires for maximum output under all operating conditions.

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It used to be a hit and miss kind of thing, now it won’t start at all. Battery is not an issue. Rumor has it these cars are notorious for this, but nothing tried has worked. Changed relay for security system, ignition switch and everything. (All the cheapest ways to trouble shoot…) Anyone have this [...]

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Some 2005 model year Corolla and Matrix vehicles equipped with a 1ZZ–FE engine may exhibit an intermittent “no start” condition. Improvements have been made to the Engine Control Module (ECM) (SAE term: Powertrain Control Module/PCM) manufacturing process to reduce the possibility of this condition occurring. Please use the following procedure to repair the vehicle.
Inspection Procedure
If [...]

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It turns over but won’t start. It acts like it’s going to start but just won’t make it. I have replaced the ignition coil packs but wasn’t that. Need advice on what it could be and how I can test these parts to diagnose the problem?

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This quick start guide explains how to setup the remote control to operate audio and video components other than the receiver. In order to make full use of the functions of the remote control, be sure to read the section of this manual entitled “Getting the most from your remote control”. It contains a detailed [...]

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