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A low idle can be caused by many things for example a bad Idle Air Control Valve, or faulty catalytic converter. There are so many variables that it is best to seek the help of a technician for a good...

You will need to have the fuel pressure tested to see if the fuel pump in the fuel tank has failed. You may not actually ran out of fuel but the pump failed and stopped pumping. Have pressure tested and...

Hi there - sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but it sounds like the timing belt has possibly jumped a cog or three, or somehow the camshaft timing was somehow set incorrectly. If the timing belt tensioner was...

While you can use the message center in your car, or the door lock switch itself to activate or deactivate the Auto Lock feature, you can also use the keyless entry pad on the outside of the driver door if...

The ticking noise from the engine may be from a solenoid that starts to come on after you start to accelerate, like an EGR valve solenoid. If the noise is from the exhaust, then you may have a leak in...

It is unfortunate that this has happened on such a new car. On the outside chance, it may just be a stuck button. If dirt or sticky liquids like soda or coffee ever got behind it, that could be making...

Hi Patel. Thanks for asking this question. When it comes to choosing oils, the best oil to use across the board for any vehicle is the one that the manufacturer recommends for that particular vehicle. Inside your owner manual, you'll...

This may be a sign of a faulty MAP sensor. The Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensor senses engine load and generates a signal that is proportional to the amount of vacuum in the intake manifold. The engine computer then uses...

If your battery has been disconnected or replaced recently, you may just need a relearn procedure performed by a professional scan tool. However, Infiniti throttle body assemblies are common failure items; it may need to be replaced. A diagnostic inspection...

This may suggest the transmission synchros may be wearing out. Your transmission has small gear synchronizer rings that help to move the transmission in and out of the various gears. When these begin to wear out, you may notice a...

A vehicle that has a problem with the engine or power train can turn on the check engine light and set a code in the computer. The list of possible codes and problems are in the hundreds. You will need...

The problem is unlikely related to spark plugs or a capacitor. I would recommend having your battery tested, and replaced, if necessary. After your battery is replaced, your throttle should be relearned with a professional scan tool. There is also...

Hi there. One of the common problems that comes up on these newer push button style transmission selectors is that the buttons themselves can break, or an electrical fuse or connection from the button to the transmission control module becomes...

The Car-Part.com database uses interchange data to display parts matches for individual makes, models and years. As you know, there is a proliferation of part variations that can often make it maddening to obtain exact and appropriate replacement parts. The...

The axle constant velocity (CV) joint has splines that go through the outer hub assembly secured with a large nut. Sometime when the CV axle needs to be removed the splines of the CV joint will rust and corrode then...

Excessive bouncing is caused by worn out or leaking shocks and struts. Go to each corner of the vehicle and push down and let go of the car. It will bounce more than once then that shock or strut is...

There are many different items that can cause the vehicle to idle poorly. The most common would be the spark plugs and wires, MAF sensor, vacuum leak, IAC valve, exhaust leak, or oxygen sensor failure. I recommend having the vehicle...

Hi, it is fairly rare for this to happen with a purge flow issue. Purge flow refers to the cars EVAP system. This system collects the fuel that evaporates inside the gas tank to ensure that pretty much 100% of...