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Common Issues on the Chevrolet Silverado (4th Generation)

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Engine Lifter Problems Symptoms Ticking or tapping noises from the engine Rough idling or misfires, especially under light throttle Check-engine light with codes related to cylinder misfires Possible Causes & Fixes Valve Lifter Failures: Trucks equipped with Dynamic Fuel Management (DFM) can experience lifter collapse or sticking.

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Range Rover Common Problems

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BMW V8 engines prone to valve cover gasket leaks 2006-2009: 4.2L Supercharged engines commonly experience timing cover leaks 2010-2012: 5.0L naturally aspirated and supercharged engines both show oil leak issues around 60,000 miles 2013-2016: Continued issues with timing cover leaks on 5.0L

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Common Issues on the Ford Ranger (5th Generation)

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Software Updates: Ford has released technical service bulletins (TSBs) regarding these transmission issues, which can be controlled by software. Engine Performance Issues You may experience hesitation or lack of power when accelerating, which is often traced to small boost leaks or a malfunctioning sensor.

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Common Issues on the Ford Bronco (6th Generation)

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Software updates and ensuring the intercooler/hoses are leak-free can help. V6): Manufacturing inconsistencies or high engine stress can lead to early valve problems. Follow the recommended oil change intervals with high-quality synthetic oil. Additionally, some 2.3L Turbo & Intercooler Issues (2.3L

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Car Shakes When Idle: 10 Critical Causes and How to Fix Them

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This reduces fuel pressure and prevents the fuel injectors from delivering enough fuel from the fuel pump to the engine. A clogged fuel injector, fuel filter, or intake valve may also cause an engine to misfire and trigger the check engine light.

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10 Reasons Behind an Engine Knocking Sound (+ Repair Cost)

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Bad Knock Sensor Modern cars have a knock sensor that helps detect engine knocking and signals the ECU to fix it automatically by adjusting the timing or fuel mixture. If the knock sensor is faulty, it may fail to detect the problem, triggering the check engine light and allowing engine knock to occur.