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Your car is equipped with a vehicle stability assist (VSA) system. It’s designed to help provide better traction during slippery driving conditions, as well as to prevent rollover and other problems. Here’s what you need to know if the VSA...
If the anti-theft light is on, but not blinking, that signifies that the anti-theft system is armed, and ready to use. When it is activated, it will blink, and the vehicle will not start unless the correct key is used,...
This is showing a misfire on all cylinders, camshaft sensors, and crankshaft sensor codes. The engine would need to be checked to see if it is due to a valve adjustment. From here, all codes can be cleared then re-tested...
If your truck has a rack and pinion power steering setup, the rack and pinion gears may be binding internally. If your truck has a gearbox setup, the power steering gearbox gears may be binding internally (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-steering-rack-gearbox). I would recommend...
Hello. The P0302 diagnostic trouble code (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/p0302-obd-ii-trouble-code-cylinder-2-misfire-detected-by-jamahl-walker) indicates that a misfire has been detected on cylinder 2. Before changing the IAC valve, it would be a good idea to address the P0302 diagnostic trouble code and have the spark plugs...
An intake manifold vacuum leak is likely the issue with your VW. Have a close look at all vacuum hoses that connect to the intake manifold. The large hose that connects to the brake booster is a suspect. Listen closely...
Hello. It is possible that the transmission is faulty (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/the-10-transmission-problems-to-never-ignore) and may need to be replaced for your 2007 Chevrolet Express 2500. It sounds like the transmission valve body is overheating and causing the shifting problem you are experiencing. The...
Diagnosing a hesitant engine will take some testing and the process of elimination. Being 10 years old, the vehicle is likely due for some work, and you should keep any recent repairs in mind while looking into this. Considering the...
Hi there. First check the battery cables and make sure that they are clean and tight. Then check all of the sensors and make sure that all of them are connected. Then check the ECM and make sure that the...
When When you tell your friends and family that you bought a new car, inevitably the first question you’ll get is, “What kind of gas mileage does it get?” The question assumes that you’ve purchased an internal combustion vehicle, not...
Ethanol fuel is an alcohol-based type of biofuel (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/5-essential-things-to-know-about-biofuel) that is used as a popular alternative to gasoline. It is made from distilled plant and biodegradable materials, such as corn and sugar, as opposed to regular gasoline, which is made...