Q: thumping noise on front passenger side of 2008 kia spectra

Hi there. The tire pressure monitoring system uses a pressure sensor in each tire that sends a signal to the computer about the tire pressure. If the air pressure in the tires are at manufacturer specifications and the light is...

With the vehicle overheating I would advise caution as overheating the vehicle can cause extensive damage if left unchecked. A stuck closed thermostat along with coolant leaks are among the most common causes of overheating. A qualified technician, such as...

The code P0442 (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/p0442-obd-ii-trouble-code-evaporative-emission-control-system-leak-detected-small-leak-by-spencer-clayton) is for a very small leak in the evaporative system of the fuel tank and its vent system. A leak in the gas cap is the most common cause of this code and the gas cap...

Hi there, thanks for writing in about your 1991 Acura Legend. I would start by verifying that you are connecting the correct terminals and that you have continuity (i.e., the clip is actually contacting the terminals well). If so, and...

Hi there. The black wire behind the dash is your ground wire, which should have been connected to a bolt or screw that contacts the bare metal of the car's chassis. If this is not connected, the stereo will not...

You are absolutely correct. If the vehicle even gets raised up off of the ground the front wheels should be shaken down to see if any play exists. This is especially true if the tires were being replaced. There is...

Hi there. Diagnoses needs to be performed. As you already know, replacing components can be expensive and time consuming without resolution. The P0032 (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/p0032-obd-ii-trouble-code-ho2s-heater-control-circuit-high-bank-1-sensor-1-by-john-nelson) and P0038 codes could be the result of a blown fuse (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/fuse-replacement), a wiring issue from...

Hi there. The codes P0012 (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/p0012-obd-ii-trouble-code-camshaft-position-a-timing-over-retarded-bank-1-by-jay-safford) and P0015 (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/p0015-obd-ii-trouble-code-camshaft-position-b-timing-over-retarded-bank-1-by-jay-safford) are related to the camshaft position sensor. Check the sensor out and make sure that its plugged in. Also, check for power to the sensor. The camshaft sensor keeps the ignition...

Hello. On this vehicle for it to be acting up like this it typically means that there is a programming issue with the HVAC unit. It is also possible that the system has a small leak if it has been...