Q: I have a mercedes c280 and the ac control module started releasing smoke as soon as we turn on the car. It had a burning smell. Af

Greetings! You have a 4T65E transmission. A transmission used in the Pontiac Montana and Pontiac Aztek by GM for about 10 years. About 4 years into production they started receiving complaints about no overdrive and no fourth gear. It was...

Hi. In some vehicles, all these lights are controlled by the dimmer switch. The switch may be part of your headlight switch, or it can just be attached to the headlamp switch. This is something that requires electrical wiring diagrams...

Hello. The P0013 code (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/-p0013-obd-ii-trouble-code-b-camshaft-position-open-or-short-in-oil-control-valve-ocv-bank-1-by-jay-safford) very common in this engine. This is due to a bad variable camshaft solenoid on the exhaust cam. These fail all of the time. It allows the computer to adjust valve timing for better economy...

Soak up the oil in the hole and clean it out with brake cleaner. Then dry it before replacing the spark plugs (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/spark-plugs-replacement) and ignition coils (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/ignition-coil-replacement). You should replace all 4 coils as a set with new plug wire...

Hello. I would first contact the vendor who sold you the new ABS module. Reputable dealers and ABS module rebuilders are pretty good at guiding you through the "programming" aspect of this replacement. While there are some ABS modules that...

The first thing to check is to see if you have any kind of engine or transmission fluid leaks that the air conditioner could be drawing in the smell of the oils into the A/C air intake. If you have...

Hi there. The rear crankshaft seal is placed along with the transmission; therefore, the process of replacing it requires the removal of transmission, as well as the clutch and flywheel assembly. This is a very involved job that should be...

Hi there. Unfortunately we do not offer repair or maintenance tips for this type of vehicle. You might want to contact a local mechanic or the manufacturer to receive the input you're requesting. Thanks.

You need to have computer tested to see if you have misfire codes and may have got oil onto one or more of the spark plugs and coils causing the misfire. The A/C will not work normally since the computer...