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Hi there. The VSA (Vehicle Stability Assist) is on for an issue that deals with the engine load. Check the codes that are stored or pending in the ECM (computer) since the check engine light is on. The code should...
Hello, thank you for writing in. When it comes to the vehicle not starting, and not having electrical power, always start by checking the battery. In your situation you can go remove the battery from the vehicle, and take it...
First you want to look for vacuum leaks. Any air that gets into the engine without going through proper channels can cause bad behavior like you describe. Look under the hood for broken or loose vacuum hoses or any large...
Hello, and thank you for writing in. The battery is likely going bad. There are a lot of presetting and memory that the vehicle must store when the car is off, and this pulls a small amount of electrical power....
Hi there. You may want to watch this video on troubleshooting MMI screen issues (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cKf8pofmINs) on a similar Audi to determine if this is something you can reset. In most cases, resetting the system by following the directions is a...
It is possible that loose suspension components such as tie rods (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/tie-rod-end-replacement) or ball joints (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/ball-joint-front-replacement) could cause this issue. I would recommend having a suspension inspection (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/brakes-steering-and-suspension-inspection) performed to determine the exact cause of this issue. Consider YourMechanic as...
It sound like the vehicle has stalled due to a major system failure such as the fuel pump, ignition coil(s) or perhaps something like a broken or skipped timing belt or chain. The vehicle can be diagnosed, and thence repaired,...
The U1000 code is the focus of a Nissan Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) and thus the applicability of that TSB should be considered first. With multiple codes and some implicating controllers and basic CAN functions (U1000), the Factory Service Manual...
One of the most common causes for fuses to blow consistently as a shorted wire. There is either a short to positive which means that one wire that has power is shorting with another wire that has power. You could...
The The Mini Cooper Roadster was made in conjunction with the Mini Coupe, but went on sale four months prior to the Coupe. It is the sixth Mini version since 2001 when BMW revived the brand. The Roadster is a...
If If you want an SUV because of the spacious interior, the 2012 Scion xB is a great choice. It’s easily one of the most affordable on the market. Key Features The four-cylinder power on the 2012 Scion xB may...
Medium to large SUVs are a fun class of vehicles: plenty large enough for moving people around, but if you really want to get out there in the mud and have some fun, they are still good for that type...