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Sounds like the shifter solenoid is stuck in a position and will not disengage. Try removing the harness to the shifter solenoid on the transfer case and see if the noise goes away. If it does, then the shifter solenoid...

It sounds like you may have a faulty starter solenoid. The starter solenoid is located on the starter and has internal electrical contacts that transmit electricity to the starter. When this fails, it may cause a clicking sound and will...

This suggests you may have a faulty starter solenoid. The starter solenoid is located on the starter and has internal electrical contacts that transmit electricity to the starter. When this fails, it may cause a clicking sound and will not...

This may be related to a faulty starter solenoid. The starter solenoid is located on the starter and has internal electrical contacts that transmit electricity to the starter. When this fails, it may cause a clicking sound and will not...

it sounds like your starter solenoid may be failing. The starter solenoid is located on the starter and has internal electrical contacts that transmit electricity to the starter. When this fails, it may cause a clicking sound and will not...

There are a wide variety of reasons why the Check Engine Light (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/check-engine-light-is-on-inspection) switch may be still on. In this era of Honda pilots, there was a known issue related to the transmission torque converter clutch solenoid which controls the...

This may be a faulty starter that is going bad or potentially a failing starter solenoid. The starter solenoid is located on the starter and has internal electrical contacts that transmit electricity to the starter. When this fails, it may...

Hello, thank you for writing in. The fact the solenoid continuously fails may indicate that electrical side or mechanical side behind it is not working properly. You can do two things to start off diagnostics. First, considering the interaction with...

Hi there. Check the condition of the starter wires when they were installed. See if the small remote wire on the starter solenoid is touching the main battery cable wire on the starter solenoid. If these two wires were to...

Hi there. There are three different types of sensors and solenoids that will cause a transmission to not shift. 1. --- Transmission Position Sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/transmission-position-sensor-switch-replacement) 2. --- Vehicle Speed Sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/speed-sensor-replacement) 3. --- Shift Solenoids (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/car-does-not-shift-from-park-to-drive-inspection) All three types of...

If the trunk releases manually, but does not open with the fob or interior button, the problem is likely a failed trunk solenoid. Especially since you said it makes a strange sound when you attempt to open it. That implies...

An appropriate diagnostic to resolve your issue is a failure to shift inspection (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/not-able-to-change-gears-inspection). Of course, first check your transmission's fluid level and condition (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/transmission-fluid-service). A really low fluid level can cause shift difficulties. Typically, if a transmission fails to...

Hi there. Either the engine's timing tensioner is loose and not pressurizing up when the engine is started up or the camshaft variable timing solenoid (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/variable-valve-timing-vvt-solenoid-replacement) is sticking when the engine oil is thick - cold. I recommend putting in...

A starter like any other mechanical and electrical part is subject to failing sometimes for no apparent reason. However, sometimes this is misdiagnosed as well and often times mistaken for something much more simple like a fuse, relay or starter...

Hello. In order to know why the light is on (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/the-check-engine-light-demystified), I would need to know the codes from the computer. It can be anything for a computer issue to a bad gas cap. I usually scan the computer first...

This may potentially be a faulty starter solenoid or relay depending on the symptoms. The starter solenoid is located on the starter and has internal electrical contacts that transmit electricity to the starter. When this fails, it may cause a...

It sounds like you may have a starter solenoid that may be in the beginning stages of failing or potentially a weak battery (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/battery-replacement). Typically, when a battery is weak you may have some erratic start failures that will usually...

Hello - check battery and ground cables for good, clean connections with no corrosion. Next, check for 12v at the starter solenoid "trigger" wire connector on the starter (when the key is in the "Start" position). Your "clicking" noise sounds...

Hi there. The issue with the steering being hard seems to be with the pump still having air in it. Start the engine and open the bleed valve slightly. Turn the steering wheel several times from left to right and...

Check the transmission fluid and see if its full and clean. If the fluid is original, then I suggest flushing out the fluid and changing the transmission oil filter. If the fluid is good and has been changed, then the...