Dodge
How to Manage Cold Engine, Transmission
Dear Doctor: I have a 2019 Dodge Challenger with the 5.7-liter and eight-speed automatic transmission with under 800 miles. On colder mornings after driving a mile or so, the rpm needle often surges back and forth between 1,200 to 1,500 … Continue reading
Use Quality Parts for Ford Super Duty Brakes
Dear Doctor: I’m 74 years old and have always done the brake jobs on all my vehicles. I have a 2005 Ford F-250 Super Duty gas engine truck with 50,000 miles. I replaced the brake calipers after they locked up. … Continue reading
Methods for Clearing Out Engine Carbon Buildup
Dear Doctor: I have a 2009 Mini Cooper S with 72,000 miles. The check engine light says “engine malfunction.” Under a high load, a high engine load will result in damage to the catalytic converter. It sounds like I may … Continue reading
Auto-Stop Feature Confusing to Motorists
Dear Doctor: I just bought a 2018 Chevy Equinox and was surprised it shut off automatically when I had my foot on the brake in traffic. It restarts when I take my foot off the brake. When I asked the … Continue reading
2009 Dodge Challenger R/T throttle hesitates
Dear Doctor: I have a 2009 Dodge Challenger R/T still under warranty that the dealer “updated” with the latest computer software. Immediately after that update the car developed an intermittent throttle lag. When stepping on the gas, the car hesitates … Continue reading
2000 Dodge Ram 2500 shuts off for no reason
Dear Doctor: I have a 2000 Dodge Ram 2500. For the past couple of weeks while driving in Florida it shuts off for no apparent reason. If I try to use the hazard lights they just grind without working — … Continue reading
1998 Dodge Stratus Car Horn Blows Off-On
Dear Doctor: I have a 1998 Dodge Stratus with 84,000 miles on it. The horn has started to blow at odd times. I removed the fuse for the horn, but discovered the back lights and cigarette lighter are on the … Continue reading