Q: Front wheel 4-wheel drive is locking up when coming to a stop

Hello there. Many different items can cause the hybrid check light to come on. The most likely are a failed 12 volt battery, software issue, hybrid battery issue, wiring issue, or auxiliary hybrid cooler. If you would like to have...

Hi there: The issue you're describing (especially the green fluid and the location of the drip) does indicate a problem exists with your cooling system. If it's leaking by the front passenger tire, I would assume that it's coming from...

The check engine light indicates that the engine controller (ECU) has detected a fault in the system that could effect the exhaust emissions. The ECU stores a trouble code to help technicians diagnose the problem and lights the Check Engine...

Hello - check first for problem codes, whether the Check Engine light is illuminated or not. The change in rough running behavior (https://www.yourmechanic.com/question/suv-experienced-low-acceleration-and-loss-of-power) when you press the brake pedal may indicate a failed brake booster. A ruptured diaphragm in the...

The SAM will need to be programmed in order to be able to communicate on the network of modules in the car. The dealer module scanner will be needed to do the programming or the module will not work correctly....

Hello, thank you for writing in. While the car jerking forward as you stop can be related to a few different components. Something like this can come from the engine mounts, to the brakes, to the suspension. The control arms...

Hi there. Assuming that both engines are the same size, the compatibility of "fitting" should be OK. However, since this is a service we don't offer, we're not best suited to provide the best advice on this. I can tell...

Hello, thank you for writing in. If you have two issues with the power steering fluid at once, it would be very unfortunate. The lack of power steering fluid is cause for concern alone. If you are low or out,...

Your car has an electronically controlled transmission, so whatever occurred will have left traces in the form of trouble codes in the transmission control module. These codes can be read and interpreted by a technician with the appropriate equipment. The...