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There are a few things you might attempt to see if the system recognizes the keys again and resets itself. You can try to lock and unlock the drivers door using the key. This will sometimes reset the system by...
Hey there: It's common for many mechanics to make the mistake of mis-diagnosing the cause of an overheating situation (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/what-causes-a-car-to-overheat); especially when they assume it's a thermostat issue. The problem could be caused by a blockage in the coolant tubes...
I would check with the Alpine distributor who sold you this unit, and discuss your situation with them. They may have included relevant comments on mounting the head unit with the unit itself, but in any case, their Customer Service...
Hi, thanks for writing in. My first impression when you described the vibration is that you may have a bad motor mount. When you put the car in Drive or Reverse, the engine shifts slightly. If the rubber in the...
Hello. This may be related to a faulty idle air control valve (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/idle-control-valve-replacement). As you may know this is a unit that monitors the air intake into your car's engine as it is mixed with fuel. When this is not...
Hi There, Code P1381 is related to the crankshaft position sensor malfunctioning. The crankshaft position sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/crankshaft-position-sensor-replacement) is an electronic device used to monitor the position or rotational speed of the crankshaft. This information is used by engine management systems...
Hi there. If your vehicle is emitting a noise when driving but when you apply more acceleration the noise goes away, then there could be an issue with the engine's lubrication system. Check the engine oil level and make sure...
The The 2012 Fiat 500 has reentered into the U.S. market after being absent for the past 27 years. The Fiat 500 is sportier than the Mini Cooper, yet a step above the Toyota Yaris. When compared to the Cooper,...