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This seems to be a common problem with Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep vehicles. Many of these vehicles have a fusable link wire that goes from the battery to the alternator. When this fusable link fails, the charge from the alternator will...

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...

Hi there - a common cause of this problem with BMWs is loose sway bar links. It is also possible that one of the many heat shields has come loose somehow and is rattling. I recommend a noise inspection performed...

Hi there. If you have a flex plate or a flywheel on your vehicle, the nose could be a loose bolt causing the rattling noise as the engine is running. If the noise lessens out as the engine is revved...

Your car is equipped with a pretty advanced system designed to monitor the amount of air in your tires (the tire pressure monitoring system, or TPMS). The light will come on for a number of different reasons. Here’s what you...

Hi there. It sounds like you may have an idle air control valve failing. Can you hold the accelerator pedal to keep the engine running? If so, this is the most likely cause of what you're experiencing. If, however, the...

If your problem is only related to not being able to put fuel in your tank, this may actually be related to your evaporative emissions system rather than the fuel tank itself. The EVAP system prevents fuel vapors from the...

Your car’s radio is capable of playing a number of different disc types, including those with folders (MP3 and WMA files, for instance). Once you insert the disc, here’s how to cycle through the different folders and listen to the...

If you have already replaced the bulb, the problem may be with the wiring, or with the headlamp control module that your particular vehicle has. You will need to find a VW qualified technician to inspect and get headlamp working...

Hello. Typically when you have these symptoms you want to focus on air, fuel and spark. If you already replaced the ignition coil, and know you are getting spark to the plugs, turn your attention to the fuel system. You...

Hello- the warning light you mention is a " low coolant" indicator. Once the engine is cool - check your coolant reservoir and/or cooling system for proper fluid level. Since you seem to have lost fluid, I would recommend an...

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...

Of course, the fans have to work correctly. They might not work for lots of reasons. First thing is to put in a new thermostat. Because, if you've got a stick in thermostat, the engine can get hot, but then...

Hello. It sounds like there may be an intermittent problem with the collision sensor. Keep in mind that intermittent problems are some of the most difficult to diagnose. When the sensor has an intermittent problem, it may cause the truck...

It is possible that you could be having an issue with your wheel bearings. I would recommend having your wheel bearings inspected by a qualified professional to determine if they are functioning properly. Oftentimes when wheel bearings have failed you...

Hi, thanks for writing in. The transmission range sensor switch must be physically aligned with the gear selector in order to work properly. This generally involves putting the shifter in the Neutral position, then adjusting alignment of the range sensor...

Hi. Usually when a manual transmission is hard to shift, it means that the slave cylinder is malfunctioning and needs to be replaced. The purpose of the slave cylinder is to make shifting of the transmission smooth and effortless for...

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Hello. If the shifter itself is not moving then the linkage may be binding so that needs to be checked out first. Most of the time the joints in the linkage will cause this when they fail. If the transmission...

Hello there. The ABS on most vehicles requires a scanner with ABS testing capabilities. You will need to have the system scanned and codes received and diagnosed in order to learn what is the problem. If you want to have...

Hi there: You are correct about having major mechanical problems occur after 150,000 miles. However, with a vehicle like the Dodge Challenger; what's really the potential problem is how hard that vehicle was driven for the last 7 years. It's...

The crankshaft on your car engine has an oil seal in the front and rear of the block. If the seal at the front of the block, that is behind the crank pulley, is leaking that seal is relatively easy...

Have the on-board diagnostic system scanned for faults to make sure there are no electronic issues causing the hard shift prior to taking any other steps. Although these transmissions are claimed to have a "lifetime fluid", it is still a...