Q: What does the key-in ignition warning chime mean?

Since I don't know what kind of chip you have or the specifics of how it was installed, I'm not sure how much advice I can provide. But first, I would start by double checking that everything is exactly how...

My guess is that you have a leak somewhere, most likely a coolant leak. Coolant leaking onto a hot engine will immediately result in white smoke. Since you stopped the vehicle before all of the coolant was lost, the vehicle...

Yes, from what you describe it would appear that the ABS module may be having an issue. The flashing light indicates that a problem has occurred, and that the ABS system is disabled. The vehicle should still brake and stop...

Hi. This sounds like the engine timing may still be off and needs to be rechecked for proper alignment. Some of the wiring to the crankshaft sensor may be damaged as well (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-crankshaft-position-sensor) causing it not start as well. Also,...

Hi, thanks for writing in. I would recommend checking the mass air flow sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/what-does-the-mass-airflow-sensor-do) as this is a commonly known part that can cause this kind of loss of power. This regulates the air intake into the fuel injection...

You have to first exclude the possibility that the shop somehow spilled gasoline in the interior of the vehicle and/or sat in the car with gas on their clothes or placed any gas contaminated "stuff" (rags) in the vehicle or...

Hi there. The thermostat leak should be easy to solve for a professional mechanic to repair, as they'll replace the thermostat housing itself during a thermostat replacement. The misfire issue should be inspected by a mobile mechanic by having them...

Hi There, These codes indicate that the signal from the throttle position sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/throttle-position-sensor-replacement) is weak or inconsistent. You do not need to replace the entire throttle body and should be able to fix this by replacing the throttle position...

The downstream oxygen sensor is screwed into a "bung" on the rear of the catalytic converter assembly beneath the vehicle. The sensor should be readily visible as it will have wiring connected to it. The sensor should not be removed...