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1 If I leave my car unused for a period of time, will it have mechanical problems in addition to a possible flat battery? [Nov 16, 2009]
2 I have a 2005 off-peak car that has a mileage of 70,000km. When I switch on the air-con, the engine will start to vibrate. What is the problem? [Nov 10, 2009]
3 I have driven my off-peak car for about 5 years now. Other than the regular maintenance every 6 moths, should I changed the belting? My mileage is only 40,000km. [Nov 04, 2009]
4 Are AA members allowed to drive in China? [Oct 29, 2009]
5 A rumbling sound comes from the audio set area of my car whenever it crosses a hump or an uneven road. Repeated visits to the workshop couldn't resolve the problem. How can I stop the sound? [Oct 28, 2009]
6 How often should the automatic transmission fluid be changed? How do I know when I need to change the fluid? [Oct 26, 2009]
7 I drive a two-year old Japanese car. Of late, I noticed that the temperature gauge stays at the halfway mark. Does it mean that the engine is overheated? [Oct 21, 2009]
8 I drive a continental car which is erratic at idle. What could be wrong? [Oct 19, 2009]
9 When accelerating, my Corolla has a croaking sound. The sound seems to be louder between 30-60kph. [Oct 15, 2009]
10 How long can I leave a car without starting and running it? Aside from potential battery problem will there be any mechanical problems? [Oct 15, 2009]
11 I get a high-pitched screeching or whining sound on starting my car's engine. What's the problem? [Oct 10, 2009]
12 My car engine has a high rpm when it starts. Every time I shift to drive or reverse, the car would jerk. What is the problem? [Oct 10, 2009]
13 Screeching sounds could be heard sometimes when I apply my brakes. Both front wheels' brake pads were perfect when checked. What is the likely problem? [Oct 06, 2009]
14 Occasionally I hear a weird sound when I turn my steering wheel. There is no vibration or knocking sensation. What is the cause? [Oct 06, 2009]
15 What are the symptoms of bad engine mounts? [Oct 05, 2009]
   
 
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