Q: Unlock door go to start it with key and alarm goes off lights are flashing and won't start

This issue is completely covered under an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) campaign to replace any melted headlight assembly parts, replace bulbs and connectors as needed. The campaign numbers for coverage are 12143A, 14823 and 15292. The warranty coverage has been...

Hi there. If the engine is hard to start it can be caused by a number of things. If the engine cranks very slow then the problem is more than likely from a bad battery cable or a starter that...

Hi there. Your hybrid has a continuously variable transmission (CVT), which uses internal pulleys and a steel belt. The transmission control module (TCM) controls the shift pulley ratio via solenoids, while receiving inputs from various sensors throughout the vehicle. If...

This is true, but there are countless other reasons for an illuminated Check Engine Light (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/what-does-the-check-engine-warning-light-mean) as well. A loose gas cap will typically set an evaporative emissions (EVAP) system code, such as P0440 (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/p0440-obd-ii-trouble-code-evaporative-emission-control-system-malfunction-by-jay-safford_2) or P0455 (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/p0455-obd-ii-trouble-code-system-gross-leak-evaporative-emission-by-john-nelson). The EVAP...

The "stiff" gas pedal issue (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/gas-pedal-is-stuck-inspection) is most likely caused by a dirty throttle body in the air intake system. Cleaning the throttle body (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/clean-throttle-body) should relieve this symptom. The lack of "Drive" selection, unless first selecting "Reverse", could be...

Hi, thanks for writing in. I'd be happy to provide my insight. You will have a problem with the vehicle noise levels to be above the legal limit. You may not have an issue with the law unless you rev...

Hi there. The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve may be not designed for the emissions requirements for U.S. standards. If the EGR is pulling from cylinder number 4 and after replacing the EGR and the computer detects a misfire, then...

Hi There, It sounds like your vehicle may be a bit low on transmission fluid (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/transmission-fluid-service) or you may potentially have a bad transmission control solenoid. As you know, the transmission works on hydraulic pressure built up from the fluid...

If you were driving and your engine stopped abruptly then you may have broke a timing chain and engine seized. You will need to first try and jump start the engine to see if it will turn? If you just...