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If the vehicle isn't overheating you probably just have a coolant leak somewhere. If left unattended however, your vehicle could run out of coolant and subsequently overheat. Overheating can lead to extensive engine damage, so I recommend addressing this issue...
The EPC light is indicating a fault in the electronic throttle control system. The best way to narrow down the issue is to read out the fault codes in the engine management system; there could be issues with the throttle...
Hey there. I would check fuel pump (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/fuel-pump-replacement) output and condition of fuel injectors (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/fuel-injector-replacement) (flow rate and solenoid resistance). After that, I would evaluate the ignition system, including distributor, plug wires, timing. If you would like to have this...
Hi there. What happened is the voltage regulator in the alternator failed. The battery died due to the alternator not putting the voltage back into the battery, but instead it cooked the battery with a higher voltage than the battery...
Hi there. For the check engine light being on, check for any codes that could be stored in the computer as stored or pending. The codes will direct you to any issues that the vehicle may be having. If the...
Check the engine for a vacuum leak and see if the valve on the brake booster is leaking. Also check the EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) is stuck on all the time. A vacuum leak or the EGR being stuck on...
When you hear a clicking under the hood instead of the starter, I immediately think of the battery voltage. It could be that the charging system is not working and you drove the car until the battery voltage dropped off....
If you were getting a fault code for Evap Leak or something similar, it may be due to the installation - saying this sight unseen of course. Noting that you smell gas, it's possible that the seal on top of...
Hello, thank you for writing in. There is a solenoid near the shifter that is called the interlock solenoid. It relates to the brake switch, and is part of what allows you to move out of park when you push...
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When When summer ends, skiers start thinking about hitting the hills, and that means having to contend with winter driving conditions. Not just any vehicle is going to get the job done. We have evaluated several used ski-worthy vehicles, and...