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DIY How to know if your Toyota Wish ZGE20 car alternator have problems?

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Wish ZGE20 alternator  A few weeks ago my Toyota Wish ZGE20 have weird sound coming out from the engine bay.     So I cranked the engine and opened the engine bay. Seems like the sound came from the alternator. I strongly suspected it came . Upon closer inspection to the alternator I found sorts of brown powder stick to the outer casing of the alternator  and other engine parts around it. There was also loud shrieking noise coming out from the alternator. I guessed it was the faulty bearing  and man. i send the car to a workshop in Jalan Dedap, Taman Melodies and I was correct when the mechanic do some inspection and found out the bearing was almost destroyed. Fortunately the voltage produced was not affected too much and it explained why the car can be started and no battery warning light emitted. Brown dust is a by product of metal dust that was oxidised when the ball bearing damaged inside the alternator bearing ( rusted parts) The old chap who was doing all ...

Tips on how to find good, trusted and honest car mechanic in JB and other places

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  Ok folks, nowadays it is hard to find a good and honest. There must be some, out there in JB, but its hard to find some few good mechanics. Here are some tips on how to find an honest and trustworthy car mechanic: Ask for recommendations from friends, family, and co-workers. Word-of-mouth is often the best way to find a good mechanic. Check online reviews. There are many websites where you can read reviews of mechanics in your area. One of these are Google Business. But beware, some of the review might not correct because Google tend to accept reviews to just any other people which including people who does not a customer or have any experience at all sending their car to that particular workshop. The view may be bias wether it is negative or positive review Get multiple estimates before you have any work done. This will help you to compare prices and find a mechanic who is fair. Be clear about the problem you are having with your car. The mechanic should be able to give ...

Do you know how to change your own car Wish ZGE20 engine oil?

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  Actually it is very simple. Changing your car's oil is one of the most important things you can do to keep it running smoothly. It's also one of the easiest things you can do yourself, and it doesn't take much time or money. For me the place I frequents for buying spart parts and engine/transmission  oil is City Autopart at Taman Tasek, JB. Folks, here's a step-by-step guide on how to change your car's oil: Gather your supplies. You'll need new oil, an oil filter, a drain pan, a special wrench for Toyota Wish ZGE20 oil filter casing, and a funnel. Park your car on a level surface and turn off the engine. Open the hood and locate the oil filler cap. Remove the oil filler cap and set it aside. Place the drain pan under the oil drain plug. Use the wrench to loosen the drain plug. Be careful not to lose the plug or the washer that goes under it. Allow the oil to drain into the pan. Once the oil has drained, replace the drain plug and tighten it with the wrench. ...