Q & A wth The Car Doctor

Last Updated: Oct 05, 2023 01:58PM • Subscribe via RSS • ATOM

Key question ($600?) and timed service advice

Oct 05, 2023 01:58PM

Q. I have a 2018 Honda Accord and recently hit 100,000 miles. The dealership recommends replacing the spark plugs, valve cover gasket and a valve adjustment. Do you think those items

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Pricey catalytic converter, exhaust replacement necessary?

Sep 22, 2023 12:52PM

Q. I have a 2011 Honda CR-V that I bought new. It has 79,000 miles and runs fine. I have taken good care of it and always used high-quality gasoline. To pass inspection the upper catalytic

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Coolant, transmission fluid change schedules

Sep 06, 2023 01:11PM

Q. This is not really a car question but would like your thoughts. I noticed many new cars on the road have LED lights. Some of the more expensive SUV’s have small lights. Another nickel and

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Driving car after a recall and manufacturer gives a loaner

Aug 23, 2023 12:54PM

Q. My Lincoln has been recalled. I have been advised to unhook the battery and not drive the car. I have been given a loaner vehicle until the parts come in. If I drive my recalled car after receiving

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Camry wins out as a dependable, fuel-efficient car

Aug 09, 2023 12:55PM

Q. I have a 2012 Infiniti M37x, when slowing down fast not to a complete stop and then reaccelerating the transmission will clunk, more in standard mode than in sport drive mode.

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Today’s vehicles handle better but a soft ride is elusive

Jul 27, 2023 01:27PM

Q. I have suffered with chronic pain since 2006. I am writing to ask if you know of any vehicles with an extremely smooth ride. I have tried Buick, Cadillac, Mercedes, Lexus, and most of the well

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Replacing low-profile tires might not be worth the expense

Jul 15, 2023 01:21PM

Q.I own a 2010 Hyundai Elantra Touring (80,850 miles). It has a rough ride for an old guy like me. Would higher profile tires improve my riding comfort? My car tires are 195/65 on 15” rims.

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Why does older Honda’s tire pressure light stay on?

Jun 20, 2023 08:33PM

Q.I have a 13-year-old Honda with 120,000 miles on it. The issue is the TPMS (tire pressure light) comes on. This is not the light I see when the outside temperature is very cold, but the actual

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Faulty ignition switch may require replacement of lock module

Jun 08, 2023 03:53PM

Q.I have a 2006 Nissan Murano with keyless intelligent key system. (Not stop/start button) I cannot get the ignition switch to turn on to any position. The steering wheel is locked due to the

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Crankshaft position sensor may be culprit in engine failure

May 24, 2023 02:49PM

Q.I have a 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Several months ago, it would not start and the light with the key symbol with the line through it was on and it would not start. Prior to this it would

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