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While many vehicles have a combined engine and transmission monitoring system that will turn on the Check Engine light if a problem is detected, your Fusion actually has a separate light for transmission and drivetrain problems. It looks like a...

The Park Assist Off message can appear in the driver information center (DIC). When the DIC displays this alert, a temporary issue has disabled the park assist system. When the issue is resolved, the alert will go away.

When a warning light illuminates, usually there is a module with a stored fault code that has detected a system error. Have a technician experienced with vehicle electronics scan the vehicle for any stored codes (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/warning-light-is-on-inspection) and observe vehicle data....

If you have a battery light on then it is most likely the alternator (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/alternator-replacement) not charging the battery. The brake light may be on since the ABS will not work if the battery voltage drops below 12 volts. You...

Hi, thanks for writing in. This is usually a sign of a faulty starter relay (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-starter-relay). This is a small switch that directs power from the battery to the starter to allow it to engage when you turn the key....

Hello there, many faults will cause your 2011 Kia Sorento to have a screeching noise, heavy steering, and the battery light on. It is likely these faults are all related to the serpentine belt. If the serpentine belt (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/serpentine-drive-belt-replacement) fails...

Most manufacturers today recommend changing the engine oil (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/change-oil-and-filter) about every 7,500 miles. It is a good practice to change the oil filter also at the same time. You are welcome to provide your own oil (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/what-type-of-oil-should-i-use) if you prefer...

If this is something that seems to happen regularly after filling the fuel tank, you may have a problem with your evaporative emissions control system. Your car has a small purge valve called a purge solenoid (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/evaporation-vent-solenoid-replacement) in the Evaporative...

Hello, thank you for writing in. There are a large number of reasons why the check engine light would come on. To find out what the warning is trying to tell you, you need to have it scanned for diagnostic...