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Q: I've seen online a so-called EcoChip, which is supposed to reduce fuel consumption by up to 55%. Is this legit? Does it work? It plugs into the car's onboard diagnostic system. Will using it void my OEM or my extended warranty? Thanks, your thoughts would be greatly appreciated! -- J.M., Flossmoor, Illinois
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Q: I have a 2014 Honda Civic with 32,000 miles. During a routine maintenance, the dealer told me they spotted a leak in the rear breather cover and that it would be $650 to repair. I wanted a second opinion as the oil level was not low and I had not noticed any oil leaks on my garage floor or in my driveway. Later, another dealer noticed this same leak and another one and quoted just over $1,100 to repair both. The thing is, the level does not go down and I see no evidence of leaks in my garage or driveway. I can accept that the leak(s) is there, but does it need to be repaired? -- J.F., Coral...
Q: I have a 2016 3.6-liter Cadillac with 18,000 miles. Lately, I've noticed that the voltage starts out at around 13-plus volts and works its way up to a little over 15 volts. It will lower a bit at stop lights. I'm experiencing no problems, but this seems to be something to check out. The car comes with an AGM battery, and I verified the dash reading matched my voltmeter. Older GM cars had a voltage regulator in the alternator, but I'm reading that some cars have the ECM control voltage. I don't want to start throwing new parts at it before I find what's causing this....
The 2022 Subaru Forester and Outback just picked up Best Buy awards. Get the complete details on each model here.