Weather pack connectors started off as a Delphi product and quickly became commonplace in the automotive world. Most wiring systems use weather pack connectors in their assembly due...
Your car is as much electrical as it is mechanical. Wiring harnesses snake their way around the engine bay, and throughout the cabin of the vehicle. Most of your accessories run on electricity, and even...
Spark plug wires connect the spark plug to what they’re creating a spark in. Whenever you are changing out your spark plugs, it’s a good idea to check on those spark plug wires to...
Tachometers are used to let the driver know when to shift gears in a manual transmission as well as giving additional information about traction or slippage; as well as giving a quick overview...
Whether you are replacing a license plate light, or adding one to your vehicle to be sure that your license plate is visible in all sorts of weather, buying a good quality...
The ignition of a car is an essential part of a good running engine. Each time that you turn the key of your car over to crank it, the ignition wires will...
When small digital systems appeared in the 1980s, the car industry was quick to pick up and use them. In short order, Ford developed the first computer-controlled keypad door locking system in about 1980. A...
Hello, thank you for writing in. We need to determine what is coming on and what is not. If the air blows but it is warm, you may have low refrigerant. If no air blows at all, and the climate...
Hello, thank you for writing in. Two bulbs going out at in a short period of time is not unheard of. That is not to say that you do not have an electrical issue. It would not likely be a...
Hello, thank you for writing in. The most likely cause of the issue is a bad MAP sensor. Before changing it out, you will want to check for any other obvious signs of problems. These would include frayed or damaged...
The problem sounds like you have a connector to the pump is losing connection to the pump. Check the connector for signs of getting hot and replace connector to the pump.
If you seen smoke from the dash then you should not turn on the car until the shorted wiring or module is identified and diagnosed before a fire in the wiring system can happen if there is a direct short....
Hello, thank you for writing in. Unfortunately, there is not a cut and dry answer for your problem. Lightning strikes are not created equal, nor is the damage they cause. You most likely have electrical issues, rather than something mechanically...
You need to check to see if there is a crankshaft sensor on side of block that is disconnected. If it is not connector then you will need to provide the color of the wires in connector to identify it...
Hello, thank you for writing in. Unfortunately, attempting to start the vehicle soon after it "dries out" can cause more problems. This happens for various reasons depending on what has been flooded. Typically the first step is to disconnect the...
This problem is due to electrical connections on one or more computers in the vehicle. Try to disconnect and reconnect all the ECU,s one at a time and inspect the connectors for loose or corroded connections. The connections are known...
Ford likes to use fusible links near the battery cable. They look like ordinary strips of wire but they burn like a fuse if they are overloaded. I would check the battery cables for fusible link connections first. You can...
If you suspect the wiring is shorting out and there is a chance of a fire then i recommend you disconnect the battery until you have a mechanic like one from YourMechanic check it out for you. If you have...
You need to replace the connector and repair the wiring first and then retest to see if you still have cam shaft sensor codes. You may have damaged the sensor or computer internal circuit if code does not clear after...
Hello. The cost of the repair depends on what is wrong with it. The wiring can have issues from the rear lights up to the front. A full electrical diagnostic would need to be done by a certified mechanic that...
Hi Tiffany. Thanks for writing in to YourMechanic.com today. Corrosion is caused by oxidation, and battery acid leaking - which occurs overtime. It can create a faulty ground or power connection and cause several of the symptoms you are describing....
Hello, thank you for writing in. Something is wrong with the sensor on the latch for the trunk. Scan the vehicle for diagnostic codes to see if anything comes up. You can check the wiring directly to the sensor and...
Hello, thank you for writing in. If just one turn signal is out, you want to look at the electrical wiring going to the bulb's outlet. Make sure when the turn signal is turned on, that you are receiving the...
You will need to check all the electrical connections for proper connection. The alternator and starter cables and wires should be checked first to see if they are on correct and that they are not touching ground anywhere. You can...
Hello, thank you for writing in. First, make sure the USB cord you are using is in good condition. Even if it is not psychically damaged on the outside, the connection inside the conduit could be disconnected or damaged. The...
Hello, thank you for writing in. You have covered the basics. You know the brake lights work, but they are not getting the power they should have under all circumstances. The most direct way, at this point, to find the...
Hello, the fuses wont necessarily be the same fuse or fuse number. If you know they replaced a fuse for the radio and dome lights, you can check those fuses on the Tahoe, but there is no reason to think...
