Q: ETCS problem

There is really no way of knowing how long an engine will last, but one could expect it to last more than 62,000 miles. GM has been trying to figure out why there is a common failure across many models...

A double wishbone suspension is an independent suspension design using two wishbone-shaped arms to locate the wheel. It’s also known as an upper and lower A-suspension (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/what-does-it-mean-when-a-car-has-wishbone-suspension). The wide end of the wishbones is mounted to the chassis of the...

The trouble code (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-read-and-understand-check-engine-light-codes-by-jason-unrau) you listed is a manufacturer specific code, designated by the P1xxx. I have searched my files and cant find that DTC trouble code. Can you please verify that the code is P1978? However, if you'd like...

The knock sensors are on opposite sides of the engine. Bank 1 is just above the oil drain plug, on the engine block, at the front of the engine. Bank 2 is on the back side of the engine, in...

You may have a power steering pump that is low on pressure and cannot produce enough pressure at low speeds to turn easily. Have the power steering pressures checked by a mechanic to be at or above about 700psi. If...

The last owner may have used an aftermarket computer programmer to alter the computer to only use regular fuel and not E85. If your gas cap says your truck is E85, it should be okay and you could try running...

Hello, thanks for writing in. If the check engine light is coming on and going off then usually it is not too serious. Most of the time this is caused by a sensor that is not reading quite right. The...

Your car has a unit in the fuel injection system called an idle air control valve. The idle air control valve monitors the air intake as it is mixed with fuel prior to being injected into the engine. This valve...

Hello - first task is to get the problem codes that may or may not be illuminating the Check Engine light. The Parking Assist issue (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/what-does-the-parking-assist-indicator-light-mean-by-spencer-cates) is limiting engine power to avoid big power surges while parking. This may require...