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It was towed away from the road on two wheels, would this have anything to do with the problem and how to resolve it. It worked before being towed
Thank you
1) Within the first few miles of driving, usually only once, it will "chug" and "stutter" as if it isn't getting enough gas and wants to stall. It has thus far NOT stalled and the chugging goes away after a short amount of time (maybe 20 seconds).
2) I have also noticed during the first few miles of driving that when making a turn (seems I'm always turning left, so I can't say if it happens turning right), that as I start to accelerate out of the turn the engine noise increases significantly (maybe not engine noise, almost sounds like it is coming from under the car). Almost like a mild roaring.
3) This one has only happened once so far, on Thursday night, I was driving slowly through a parking lot and my transmission seemed to slip several times.
There are no warning lights or messages coming up. The vehicle has about 44,000 miles and the only real maintenance I've had to do thus far has been a new battery.
Anyone else have these problems? I need to drop it at the dealership and see what they find, but I'd like to hear of similar problems or thoughts before I do. Thanks!
The engine is brutally picky for oil pressure, can cause all sorts of funny noises. May or may not be related to the possible slip you felt.
tire size is 16
unfortunately the vehicle has been taken overseas to Lagos-Nigeria. took it for engine scanning machines and they don't seem to see anything.
Can someone please advise on what to do before the car sends me crazy!
First: The engagement mechanicals should be periodically lubed because this is not typically done at your independent oil changing stations and such. Even most dealers miss this if not reminded of it. Failure to lube regularly can result in the solenoid sticking (resulting in difficulty engaging / disengaging the front differential for 4-wheel drive).
Second: The vacuum hoses are prone to leaking especially at their fittings; and the bulkhead fittings connecting the hoses to the control box also rust out and leak. I've read a few posts on the 'net about DIY fixing this which you might have to dig out since few dealers are equipped to handle this on a 16-year-old vehicle.
I also have heard the loud noise when turning left and accelerating out of a corner.
Anyone with knowledge of these would be of great help. Thank you.