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This is an issue with the electronic system, which is controlled by computers such as a (BCM) body control module. The correct voltages and inputs have to be in order or issues like this can happen. The first step is...

The Check Engine Light is detecting a fault with a system. The D light is representing at fault with your transmission. You possibly damaged some wiring when you drove over the curb creating this fault. The transmission will default if...

It is illegal in almost all jurisdictions to delete the muffler from your vehicle. Of most concern, the deletion will negatively impact your health, and that of your passengers, as excessive noise is guaranteed to damage or degrade your hearing....

Depending on how hot the vehicle got and how long the engine ran without coolant, this may have caused some serious engine damage. Commonly, when this happens an engine may get too hot to the point where a cylinder head...

The temperature or mode a/c doors in the dash heater air conditioner doors have electronic actuators that when they go bad may start to click when the a/c is turned on or when trying to change door position that has...

There are a few ways you can determine the rear wiper size of your vehicle. The first way would be to take a tape measure and measure it that way. The number of inches the blade is long is the...

Hi, thanks for writing in. The turbo system is comprised of several different components. Without knowing the exact trouble code, it would be hard to guess at what is going on. There could be a bad sensor, a leaking intake...

Hello. This sounds like your clutch is slipping (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-can-i-tell-if-my-clutch-is-slipping). Check the transmission clutch to see it is slipping and needs to have the clutch replaced. If you would like to have this looked at for you, an expert technician from...

Thanks for writing in about your 2015 Hyundai Veloster. Yes, this should always be used when stated by the manufacturer. Turbocharged engines create a lot of power which generates heat and stress. Synthetic oil (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/what-type-of-oil-should-i-use) has the properties in it...

You should replace the clutch slave cylinder as it incorporates the release bearing. The release bearing is the part that gets worn and may fail in a short time if you decide to not replace it. Even if the slave...

Hi there. A rough idling engine can be caused by a number of issues, some of them are serious while others tend to be minor, but the symptoms remain pretty much the same. The car will feel rough and bouncy...

Hi Cathrene. In short, yes - a broken axle or any component within the front or rear differential can cause the vehicle to shut off and the symptoms you are describing. It's also possible that the sputtering is caused by...

Hi there. With less than 20,000 miles on your vehicle, I would highly recommend calling the Hyundai dealership where you purchased this vehicle, as it's likely under a powertrain warranty (which would cover this type of issue in most cases)....

Hi There, A faulty gas cap can certainly case the check engine light (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/check-engine-light-is-on-inspection) to come on, but will usually not cause performance issues. The shaking and lack of sound from the fuel pump (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/fuel-pump-replacement) may suggest that the fuel...

The Hyundai / Kia 1.6 ltr GDI engine has a timing chain and not a timing belt. Under normal conditions, it should last the life of the engine. It does not have a recommended replacement interval. Your vehicle is equipped...

Hi, thanks for writing in. First of all, the alarm shouldn't be going off by itself in the middle of the night. If it is, there is something wrong with the system. The burglar alarm module receives inputs from various...

Turbochargers are for producing more power from a smaller size engine. Fuel economy (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/5-essential-things-to-know-about-fuel-economy) is not maintained when a turbocharger is used. Turbos only operate under a power request of the throttle position. They introduce more air into the engine,...

Hello there. Tires need to be rotated to get the most life span from the tire. It is typically recommended to have this done at each oil change (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/change-oil-and-filter). The reason for this is that each tire has a certain...