1990 acclaim front pass side caliper not working

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1990 acclaim front pass side caliper not working. tried to bleed no fluid at caliper, master cyl seems ok i get fluid there. what happens in the distribution block? is this the problem

Answer:
This is a classic description of a collapsed caliper hose. Replacing it should fix the issue.
The distribution block just allows the fluid to flow. Have not needed to replace one in the 20 years that I have been wrenching.
Brake Diagnostics

I recently replaced the alternator

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I recently replaced the alternator in my 1997 GMC Sierra. However, when I initially start the truck it still cranks on the starter initially. The starter is good, so I believe there may be a problem in the fuel injection system. Until I can get that checked out though I have received two pieces of conflicting advice about how to keep from ruining the starter and I was wondering which is the better of the two. 1) use starter fluid 2) run fuel cleaner every tank of gas

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I would have a fuel pressure test done and see what you have for pressure, if the pressure is low the truck will be hard to start. You can run fuel injector cleaner about every 3000 miles i would use and injector cleaner called chevron techron. As far as I'm concerned its the best stuff for cleaning the injectors and the upper intake system, I wouldn't keep using starting it can cause damage over time.

gmc pickup speedometer shows zero

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2004 gmc pickup speedometer shows zero and abs light and servivce brake lights on trani shifts goofy like truck is not getting road speed signal

Answer:
All these problems are related to not getting a signal from the vehicle speed sensor. The proper way to test this is with the use of a scan tool,checking for codes and reading the sensor outputs to the trucks computer. I will send you a picture showing the sensor location,it is #4 in the illustration, you can check to see it the wiring to it is intact. The sensor is held on by one bolt,and easy to replace. It cost approx. 25.00. But replacing it with out the testing is a gamble.

JUST INSTALLED A NEW MAF SENSOR

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I JUST INSTALLED A NEW MAF SENSOR ON MY 91 TOWN CAR AND NOW THE ENGINE WONT TURN ON EVEN THOUGH ALL THE LIGHTS AND ELECTRICAL THINGS FUNCTION LIKE REGULAR. WHAT DID I DO WRONG? IT'S A SIMPLE PROCESS????

Answer:

There is no connection between the MAF sensor wiring and the starter circuit wiring. The only possible things that could have happened here would be that either the battery cable connection is poor (if you removed one cable to do the sensor replacement) or you may have accidentally bumped a wire connected to the starter solenoid during the MAF sensor replacement. In particular, check to see if the small light gauge wire from the ignition switch circuit is connected securely to the starter solenoid S terminal. Also, (this may sound stupid, but it has happened to all of us at one time or another) make sure the vehicle is all the way in PARK position, or try starting it in neutral. Make sure that the battery voltage is 12 volts or higher; ford starters will not operate on lower voltage even though all other accessories will.

left wheel makes aloud clicking sound

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I have a Kia Sophia year 2000 when i make turn the left wheel makes aloud clicking sound what could this be?

Answer;
Normally a loud clicking when turning indicates a problem with a cv joint.Take a look at the axles right behind the wheels,if the cv joint boots a torn then you should have the shaft replaced.

Is the Toyota Prius Really Green.

I really get annoyed by a lot of this feel good "green" stuff. Have you read the energy analysis that said that it takes 113,000,000 BTU to build a Toyota Prius (mostly because of the 30# of Nickle in the battery). Since gasoline has about 113,000 BTU/gallon, a Prius actually clocks up 1,000 gallons usage before it even rolls off the lot. Yeah, that's got to be green....

Go Green is just a another marketing tool for car companies and politicians

I have a 2000 chevy blazer with a cooling system leak

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I have a 2000 chevy blazer with a cooling system leak at the intake manifold. Could this be this be the cause of water in the oil ? there is nothing comming out of the exhaust to suggest that this is a head gasket issue.

Answer:
YES! It is very common for coolant to enter the oil system due to a failed lower intake manifold gasket.
Also you are in luck !! GM lost a lawsuit on march 20th of this year and has to pay for this repair. FULL ARTICLE. I checked and your vehicle qualifies. The forms needed are listed in the article and can be printed out. They are paying up to $800.00... worth the read!!