Q: Are the front driver and passenger strut assembly parts the same for the 2008 Buick Enclave?

Hi! The white smoke is a sign that the engines head gasket has blown and is leaking coolant into the combustion chamber. The coolant leaked into the hot combustion chamber then burns off in the form of white smoke exiting...

Hi there. This is a very common issue on this vehicle. It is typically caused by a bad throttle body (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-throttle-body). The throttle body motor is a common failure on this vehicle causing the throttle to stop working correctly, and...

Hi there. Check the camshaft (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/camshaft-position-sensor-replacement) and crankshaft (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/crankshaft-position-sensor-replacement) position sensors and make sure that they are plugged in. If the engine is cranking but not starting then the crankshaft position sensor could have failed. Also, check the mass air...

Hi there. Sometimes a dragging emergency brake or warped front brake rotors can cause the symptoms you're describing. In worse case scenario, there may be internal damage inside the transmission or the torque converter of your Optima. I would recommend...

Hi there - yes, your V6 Xterra has a crankshaft position sensor (CPS) (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-crankshaft-position-sensor). It is located behind the driver-side cylinder head, on the top of the bellhousing (the aluminum casting that connects the engine and transmission). For assistance with...

The power steering pump pressure switch is located on the pressure hose just before the connections to the rack and pinion steering system. If you need further assistance with your power steering system (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/power-steering-fluid-service), then seek out a professional, such...

Hi there. You might want to watch this video on a similar P1518 Ford trouble code (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CvYen40CjqY). In regards to the rattling noise, without being there to test drive the vehicle and hearing the noise; it's impossible for us to...

What you are describing sounds like a failing CV joint (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/axle-cv-shaft-assembly-replacement). A CV (Constant Velocity) joint is a shaft that connects the transmission to the wheels, essentially transferring the power from the drive train directly to the wheels. The CV...

Hi there. The electric stability control (ESC) off indicator is located on the instrument panel. This light is illuminated when the ESC has manually been turned off. If the light popped up while driving and the button was not selected,...