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The “door ajar” warnings in the message center could indicate a number of things. Usually the door ajar warnings are an indication that one or more of the vehicle doors are open. However, there are some cases when this is...
If the Tire Pressure Monitoring System light (TPMS) light comes on in the dash of your car, it indicates there’s a problem with the system itself, not that there’s a tire low on air. The TPMS light means that the...
Hi there. Since your vehicle is equipped with premium sound, it has a separate amplifier powering the speakers. If this amplifier does not receive a signal to turn on, it will not power your speakers. Also, if your amplifier has...
Hello there, many different faults can cause your 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe to run poorly when cold. The most likely faults would be a stuck open thermostat, coolant temperature sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/coolant-temperature-switch-sensor-replacement), oxygen sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/oxygen-sensor-replacement), vacuum leak, or exhaust leak. A...
Hi and thanks for contacting YourMechanic. Yes you can get another remote (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-purchase-a-remote-keyless-entry-system-for-cars-by-brady-klopfer) and program it to match your vehicle, but make sure that the remote is programmed to the VIN (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-decode-a-vin-vehicle-identification-number-by-jason-unrau) of the vehicle if you tend to get...
Hi there. Assuming, the valve cover gasket was properly replaced. The smoking under the hood, may have been residual oil burning off the exhaust manifold. The white smoke seen coming through the grill, may have been the snow turning to...
Whenever there are multiple causes of vehicle vibration, which is probably the circumstance you face, it is best to fix the obvious causes first because that will greatly simplify diagnosis and identification of the remaining causes. So, in your circumstance,...
Generally, a switch assembly from 1989 through 1994 will work on this vehicle, but to get a precise answer if you plug in your vehicle data on-line at Car-Part.com (http://www.car-part.com) you will get not only all possible interchange years but...
Other than the spark plugs and wires, components of the fuel system can also cause cylinders to misfire. A loss of compression on a particular cylinder can cause misfires as well. I would recommend having a certified professional run a...
While While Toyota hasn’t been in the business of manufacturing larger pickup trucks as long as the likes of Ford, Chevy, and Dodge, the Tundra is most definitely a force to be reckoned with. This full-sized pickup has comparable payload,...
Of Of all of the BMW 3-Series models available in this model year, the 2012 BMW 335d is one of the most powerful and subtlest on the road. This 4-dour sedan may look mild-mannered enough, but under the hood it’s...
When you’re looking for a four-door sedan, you’re likely interested in a smaller family car that still offers decent styling and looks, great gas mileage, and a comfortable interior that will keep your family safe as you’re driving. While not...