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Without additional information it would be tough to say, however based on what you are describing, it sounds like potentially low differential oil causing the gears to whine a bit. There are also what is called trailing arm bushings which...

In order to isolate the cause of the misfire you will need to do an engine compression and leakdown test to make sure the compression is good and no valves are burned. If compression test is good on all cylinders...

Hi there. I'm assuming this is a Quadrajet 4-barrel carburetor. Chances are, when the vehicle was parked, the carburetor was not run dry. This means the carburetor may need to be rebuilt or replaced. The float needle is probably stuck...

Hi there. On the bottom of your transfer case, there should be a large hex plug. You will need a special hex tool like a large allen wrench to remove the plug. Put a drain pan under the plug and...

Anytime you have a vibration in the steering or the steering pulls, the first thing I would recommend doing is to check all the tire pressures, then balance and rotate the tires from front to rear and road test it...

Hey there. The majority of the GPS tracking devices operate using a signal that is emitted from the unit transmitting this signal to the receiver. There are various tools on the market that can be used to detect the presence...

This may be a result of a weak battery or a failing alternator. As you may know, your alternator is what is responsible for keeping your car's battery charged. When this is not working properly, this may result in a...

That is a very tough question to answer without being able to see the vehicle first hand. That is a lot of miles, but if it was mostly highway miles, that isn't so bad. If it was a lot of...

When your iPod is in repeat mode, it will replay the track that you are currently listening to. You can set your iPod to repeat by pressing the Repeat button. Press this button a second time to turn off repeat....

The damages would need to be looked at to see what is broken before a diagnosis can be given. Keep in mind that if the radiator frame is bent, then a new replacement would not fit, or it could get...

Hello. You should stop driving the car until this is addressed. You didn't specify where fuel was squirting out, but in any case, this is a serious safety hazard. Given the age of your vehicle, and that it as been...

Hello - your English is very good actually. Yes, your plan makes good sense. The radio (or 'infotainment center' as they are now called) is modular, and at least within your make and model, fairly interchangeable. A radio/infotainment cluster from...

Normally, the car's battery is the most common cause of no starts. With the battery being a year old, it will still need to be tested to rule it out. If the battery is found to be okay, the alternator...

Hi there. The cooling system should be inspected in order to determine why the engine is overheating. There are simple possibilities, such as low coolant, a bad engine cooling thermostat, a partially plugged radiator, and a non-functioning electric cooling fan,...

It is very possible that your fan not working because your vehicle is running hot. After, the engine warms up, the fan is responsible for keeping the engine at proper temperature when it idles or while driving at lower speeds....

The display should have a function button that allows the menus to be changed. If the display does not work in any of the menus, it is possible that the display is failing. The displays generally do not last the...

Hi there! Your I am not able to give you a definitive answer without inspecting the car. However, a malfunctioning anti-theft system is sure to cause a no-start condition. In this instance, the key is turned and the dashboard lighting...

Hello. This is a condition you should get inspected and repaired sooner than later since it affects the drivability of the vehicle. The symptoms you're describing could be warped rotors, a bad wheel bearing, a bad tire, or worn suspension...

Hi there. In order to supply you with an accurate estimate for theses services, we need you to request a price quote for the engine mount replacement; as we need to collect additional information about your car and location. Simply...

Hello. Pinion bearing seals can leak due to normal wear or as a result of excessive pinion bearing play. A growling sound can indicate a worn pinion bearing as well. If the noise changes during acceleration, the cause is most...

This indicates that your oil change service is due. Ideally people change their oil every couple thousand miles. This is usually before the maintenance required light comes on. Part of the oil change service is reseting the maintenance indicator in...

A fluid leak from somewhere on your vehicle could be something normal like water condensation from your AC. Identifying an approximate location of the leak, and the type of fluid, would help in a diagnosis of your leak. A black...

Hi there. A high speed vibration is typically caused by a wheel balance problem. The tires would need to be balanced by a tire shop. As for the squeaking, if that only occurs when accelerating it may be caused by...

If you are feeling vibrations in the drivetrain when only going 20 to 40 miles then the problem is inside the transmission. If you just had the transmission rebuilt then take it back to the rebuilder to diagnose the problem...

The freeze plugs were designed to pop out if the cooling system froze, in order to prevent the engine block from getting cracked. The freeze plugs are susceptible to getting damaged from corrosion in the cooling system, and will rust...