Q: Check engine light

On a cold day, electronics have a tendency of being affected the most. MAF sensor wires are only 5-volt and only have a tiny amount of power, around 15 to 30 millivolts which is a thousandth of a volt. At...

The clutch may not be disengaging. This would need to be checked by having the car in gear and clutch in then start the car to see if the car wants to move forward. Do this test when you are...

Hi there: The smoke that you're seeing is evaporated steam caused by an overheating situation (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/what-causes-a-car-to-overheat). This could be caused by several mechanical issues going on inside your car such as a coolant leak (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/coolant-is-leaking-inspection), an obstruction in the coolant...

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...

Hello, well it sounds like a common issue in the braking system. One thing I would make sure of first is replacing both calipers (one axle) at the same time. The braking system is a hydraulic system and if there...

Hello - the slight delay in starter (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-long-does-a-starter-last) function (and engine shut-down as well on some) for the "auto start sequence" seems to include a slight delay for most model vehicles with this feature. Whether this is an intentional delay...

Hello. From what you describe it would appear that your vehicle may be experiencing some sort of electrical issue related to the lift gate motor or circuit, or an issue with the lift gate struts. If the lift gate is...

Check the operation of the heater control valve, which is often located on the engine compartment firewall. If that valve doesn't move to the commanded position, or move fully, you will have a no heat condition. If the valve is...

The vacuum is due to the (PCV) Positive Crankcase Ventilation valve (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/positive-crankcase-ventilation-pcv-valve-replacement) being plugged up. I recommend replacing the PCV valve and the issue will go away. When the PCV valve is plugged up, the engine crankcase cannot breathe and...