Q: Heater problems

There are several components to the hood release. The handle, a cable, and the latch. The handle is made of plastic and have a tendency to break over time. The cables are metal cables but they also can break. The...

Hello. P0101 (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/-p0101-obd-ii-trouble-code-mass-airflow-maf-circuit-operating-range-or-performance-problem-by-john-nelson) is the trouble code for a problem with the mass airflow sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/mass-airflow-sensor-replacement) and or circuit. This code is thrown when the computer detects an issue with the signal of the MAF sensor. The MAF sensor is...

You may consider having the brake pads changed with some non-Buick pads (i.e. aftermarket). Based on the number of complaints on this issue, General Motors seems to have a mismatch on brake pad material with this model. This will, unfortunately,...

Yes, this is possible. However, unless it was the AC compressor clutch and pulley which failed, bypassing the AC pulley is unnecessary. Simply disconnect the wire to the AC compressor clutch and that should do the trick. The AC clutch...

Hi there. Check the terminals 4 and 8 for power. If there is no power to any of the terminals, then check the fuse box for any blown fuses to the door lock cylinders. Also, check the door lock switch...

Hello there, the recall for your 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 only covers adding a retention device to the rear differential pinion nut. This does not require draining the fluid from the differential or opening the rear cover. The differential fluid...

Hi There, This code is a generic code relating to the mass air flow sensor indicating that there is a lean air/fuel mixture. This can happen when the mass air flow sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/mass-airflow-sensor-replacement) is dirty or faulty. I would suggest...

There is no "direct" catalog interchange engine for your VIN because your present engine was installed at the factory with an engine specific computer(s), engine wiring harness, suspension (engine weights vary), and so forth. The alteration in weight will require...

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...