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You need to check the transmission cooler line connections at the radiator are not leaking or came disconnected from the radiator. The line connection may have been damaged during assembly or the radiator had the wrong connectors and the ones...

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 there: Most of the time, this issue is caused by an electrical relay that has been damaged. It's possible that during your radio swap, this may have caused an electrical issue with your AC system. However, it's also possible...

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....

A lot of times, this type of issue is related to an ignition system component failure; or a wiring harness attached to an ignition system component. The best way to save money on repairs you can't afford is to have...

Billing question sent to CS for the cost to repair the driveshaft or differential from making a grinding noise.

The steering wheel has switches on the back of it so that you can control the sound system without taking your hands off the wheel. To control a CD that you are listening to, you want to use the switches...

Hello. The wheel spacers are what is causing this. Once you change the placement of the wheels like this, it changes the geometry of the suspension which causes it to act like this. If there are any worn out parts...

The STS mechanic may not be as qualified as a Dodge trained mechanic. I cannot be sure but most if not all oil change only places do not employ master mechanics. I can understand the reasoning for the gaskets, hoses,...

Hello. If this occurred right after getting gas then you may have gotten contaminated fuel. If it has some water or some diesel in it then this will occur. Some of the time a fuel pump can fail after getting...

Hi there. This is a common issue on this vehicle that GM has yet to fix. It is an issue with the calibrations in the computer to try and balance the power of the vehicle and the weight to get...

Hello, when you jump the vehicle, a power surge may have open some fuses. Fuses protect the electrical circuits and components from damage. The fuses have an amperage ratings, a power surge would put the fuse pass it rating and...

It sounds like you may have a bad coolant temperature sensor that may be causing problems with regulating the temperature in the motor as well as impacting the air/fuel ratio and potentially the ignition timing controlled by the ECM. This...

Depending on the conditions, 25 miles per gallon is not too bad, especially in the winter. Gas companies are required by the government to change the mixture of gas in the winter to decrease vehicle emissions. When they make a...

Hello. Thanks for writing in about your 2007 BMW 335xi. It sounds like the thermostat may be sticking. The thermostat needs to be checked and the cooling system needs to be checked to make sure that the coolant is flowing...

Hello - the lack of speedometer and odometer function is most likely caused by a failure of the vehicle speed sensor (or the wiring to it). This sensor, and its wiring, would have to be tested with a voltmeter or...

Hi there: Usually when the oil light comes on after an oil change, it's an indication of low oil pressure or not enough oil inside the engine. It's possible that the oil filter was not properly installed; that the oil...

Hi...unfortunately, this is not a procedure that can be summarized in a brief space. Even prior to contemplating the job, you will need a calibrated torque wrench and the tightening specification for all removed bolts, particularly the axle hub nut...

It is hard to say if the A/C blower stuck on and the dash malfunction/engine shutdown are related but they are both a consequence of electrical problems. The stuck-on blower is easy to diagnose as all you need do is...

Hi there. I believe we answered your question earlier, but if the mechanic is telling you that you need an alternator, it's possible the noise and the power issue is related. The alternator, like many other accessory systems is powered...

It could be that the automatic transmission is either slipping or that it is staying in low gear. The car has enough miles on it to be having that sort of trouble. It's difficult to say anything specific from this...

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...