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Hi there. Each mechanical and electrical system in today's vehicles are monitored and in many ways, controlled by a series of sensors and electrical connections that send and receive data from the ECU in order to work effectively. The alternator...

Sent to CS motor mount replacement service (3) spark plugs replacement service (6) ignition coils replacement service (6)

The crankshaft position sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-buy-a-good-quality-crankshaft-position-sensor) is located in the right rear of the engine block. There is a protective shield that needs to be removed for access to the sensor.

Hello. There are several reasons why the Check Engine Light is on, but the Check Engine Light is not always an indication that the motor will need to be replaced. A Check Engine Light that is steady may indicate a...

Hello. The first thing that I would suggest that you do is have an inspection of the electrical charging system (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/electric-problems-inspection) completed. It is possible that the alternator is working intermittently. There are brushes inside of the alternator that conduct...

Hello. If the Check Engine Light has come on for a faulty torque converter clutch solenoid, it is likely that the solenoid needs to be replaced. The torque converter clutch solenoid is an important part of the vehicle's transmission system,...

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Hi there. Check the distributor or coil packs to the vehicle. The surging would most likely be caused by the electronics getting old and causing a delay in the spark ignition. I recommend replacing the spark plugs (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/spark-plugs-replacement) and wires...

Hello. There are several possible components that could be causing the problem you are having with your heat. If the thermostat is sticking (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/thermostat-replacement) intermittently or if the heater control regulator opens and closes when it isn’t supposed to, it...

Hello. Thank you for writing in about your 2010 Volkswagen Routan. This light is an indication that there is a problem with the electronic throttle control. The electronic throttle control is what controls how much gas the van gets when...

If the window is not rolling up, but you can hear the motor turning, it is likely that the window regulator has failed. This particular vehicle uses a regulator to lower and raise the window, that has the motor integrated...

There is a good chance that the gate sensor is malfunctioning. This is not an uncommon problem. I would enlist the help of a qualified technician to pinpoint the problem and confirm that the sensor is malfunctioning.