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A faulty hose can not create this symptom. If a radiator hose can be squeezed, it only means there isn't pressure in the cooling system, but this can indicate a problem. Cooling systems are designed to hold pressure. This raises...

The battery warning light in most cars indicates there is problem with the charging system as a whole, not just the battery. It sounds to me like you have a problem with your alternator. The airbag computer will set a...

The Service All-Wheel Drive message can appear in the driver information center (DIC) when your vehicle is having an issue with the all-wheel drive (AWD) system. If the DIC displays this alert, stop your vehicle as soon as possible, turn...

High idle can be caused by a faulty idle air control valve (IAC valve). The IAC valve can fail or a faulty or blown fuse in other electronically controlled systems can cause the IAC motor to malfunction, leading to a...

In the future, please include the codes as they can help use pinpoint and give you a more accurate answer. The surging you feel while under light throttle, which is what is happening at a cruise, is due to...

Occupant weight sensors (OWS) are required in new cars and they must meet the regulatory requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 208. To give you a common example, in Honda vehicles if the occupant weight sensor detects the...

The cam sensor code (actually P0344), is known problem, and there is a Technical Service Bulletin (232460) that addresses this fault and repair. Check with your Dodge dealer to understand what the TSB covers or not. The C121C code has...

If you’ve had the misfortune of getting a flat tire and have had to install the spare tire, you’ve seen the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) light come on in the dash. Why is that? Here’s what you need to...

If you have one of the rear tires leaning in then you have damaged the upper control arm or spindle is bent. Have the vehicle suspension checked for damaged components and have alignment done.

Most "fuel economy estimators" utilize the length of time the fuel injectors are open (we're talking milliseconds here) during each revolution of the engine while driving. As a result, small periods of acceleration or other load factors will have temporary...

Hi there. For the reverse stalling condition, check the Idle Air Control Valve and see if its plugged up. If a IAC valve is plugged up, an engine will stall out when going into gear and could cause issues when...

Hi there. Assuming you replaced the TCM (transmission control module) with a factory part, a transmission shift relearn procedure should have been performed. It could be that you have a TCM connector or wiring issue if the same code has...

Hello. Without knowing the make and model of your vehicle, it hard to definitively give insight on the exact component that has failed. In general, when the door is opened, the switch turns on the interior lights. If the lights...

Hey there. You should have a stamp on the alternator with a part number and amperage. The part number that starts with F3UZ is the 130 amp, and the F1TZ is the 95 amp. You can use either one. If...

Nine hundred degrees F. is well within the normal operating temperature range of the catalytic converter. Temperatures within the converter can exceed 1,000 degrees F. or more in certain operating conditions. The post converter oxygen sensor, typically referred to as...

The rear park aid is a safety feature that helps you when you are parking or are in a reverse situation. When in reverse it audibly alerts you of your surroundings, and how close you are to hitting other cars...

When you have a squealing noise on start up, that goes away after a few minutes, is normally a belt issue. This is typically a sign that the belt is slipping enough that it makes the noise until everything gets...

Hi Diavon. Thanks for sending in your question. If you turn the key and it's making a buzzing or clicking sound, then there are usually two reasons why. First, the battery most likely does not have enough cranking AMPs to...

Hello. My first inclination would be to say, "torque converter". That is easy to rule in or out as you might be able to get a "free" diagnosis from a transmission shop. I'm not recommending you repair it there but...

This should not hurt anything, however, you may notice some white smoke as the engine gets hot and burns the oil off of the side of the motor where it was spilled. This will usually continue until the remaining oil...

Hi there. Check the brake system and see if the caliper or rotor is damaged on the driver side wheel. Since the noise only occurs when decelerating to a stop, then there could be an issue with the brakes. Try...

Hi there, thanks for writing in. It sounds like your car is experiencing misfires due to low fuel. Even though your tank reads 1/4 full, the fuel level sender may be incorrect. This could be compounded by the fact that...

What you are describing is often a sign of low transmission fluid or a faulty transmission control solenoid. As you know, automatic transmissions use pressurized hydraulic fluid to change gears. Every time a gear change is required, the car's computer...

Hello. It is possible that the problems that you have been experiencing with the bad alternators have damaged the battery causing it to be weak. This would make the Battery Light come on. It is also possible that there is...