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You can manually create phone books by adding entries one at a time either through the button controls or by using voice commands. However, you can also import a phonebook from your cell phone to the HandsFreeLink® (HFL) in your...

There are many components that can cause rattling, ranging from the exhaust system to accessory drives and pulleys to even certain internal engine malfunctions or a loose/faulty torque converter or flex plate. In addition, there can be multiple (coincident) causes....

Exactly how low the oil level is inside the motor - which caused the Oil Pressure Light to come on - will determine whether or not there may be damage. Chances are, if it just came on briefly, the oil...

Your car’s overhead compartment includes a storage console where you can stash small items, including sunglasses. It’s built into the console and folds upward when not in use. Here’s what you need to do: Press the back edge of...

If this all occurred right after the brakes were done, then it may be a backing plate hitting the rotor. This will cause the noise and can also cause some odor. It may also be a failing bearing which can...

Hello there. The most common causes of a tire vibration are the inflation levels, tire balance, damaged wheel or tire or an alignment issue. With your car only having 1 mile on it, I would suspect that the tire...

Hi there. In most cases, when you experience a severe shake and vibration all of the sudden it's actually caused by road conditions. If the shake and vibration went away and has not returned while driving the same speed, you...

Have the oil pressure tested to see if it is low, or the oil sensor is reading wrong. Also have the engine compression tested to see if the cylinder number 2 has a problem or not. The P0302 code...

This seems to be a fuel issue of some kind. With the new fuel pump it would be a good idea to replace the fuel filter if your vehicle has one. If that makes no difference it is possible that...

I'm sorry, but the best translation to English I was able to get was that you want us to describe the errors that you listed for your 2006 Volvo XC90. There may have been some loss in translation, but the...

If the RPM's struggle to remain stable, this suggests you may have a vacuum leak or a fuel supply problem. I would recommend plugging the throttle position sensor back in in order to properly trace the problem. The car may...

Engine coolant serves a vital purpose in your engine, helping to disperse heat from engine operation into the atmosphere. As a responsible car owner, you should know how to keep an eye on your coolant level. Don’t worry, though. It’s...

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If the compressor is failing it is hard to say if you can still drive the car. If the compressor is failing internally and only acts up when the AC is turned on, then you can still drive the car...

From the sound of your description, I would say your assumption of the problem with your Chevrolet Cavalier is correct! This sounds like you are indeed experiencing a broken shifter cable. Broken shifter cables fail due to years of use....

If the engine is newly leaking engine oil since the head gasket repair, and the leak is from that gasket, the shop should repair that under warranty. If the leaks are elsewhere, a certified Mechanic from YourMechanic can be dispatched...

Hello - the first task is to see what problem codes are set, causing the Check Engine light to come on. Check oil level as well. Hopefully, the oil leak is not the root cause of the Check Engine situation....

Hey there. This is typically due to the brakes forming a micro layer of surface rust on the cast iron rotors and this will cause very small grooves on the surface that make noise until you hit the brakes a...

VW / Audi has had lots of "issues" with sensors in the early 2000 model years. 2003 is one of them. The coolant temperature sensor is one of the most common. While it's not unusual for a coolant temperature sensor...

Hi there. An intake manifold should read 19 to 22 hg. This is 19 vacuum to 22 vacuum. If you are getting a psi reading, then there is either a turbo on your vehicle or the engine timing is out...

The dealer is correct to say it is the brakes. The noise is mostly due to the material in the brake pads. The metal in the brake pads can cause a scrapping noise, then changes with temperature and will not...