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Hi there. Today's modern cars, trucks and SUV's are much more complex than older vehicles. As such, there really isn't a general "tune-up" service. Instead, manufacturers have created recommended maintenance service, which is unique for each make, model and year....

I believe that the towing company is correct. Heavy duty trucks get their power brakes hydraulically instead of a vacuum booster like passenger cars. Heavy duty trucks actually get their assist from the power steering pump fluid. So, if your...

Hi Juan. The ETC light is an indication of a fault with the Electronic Throttle Control. This system is responsible for relaying your physical input when applying pressure to the throttle pedal and sending this data to the throttle body....

Yes, the fuses are a good start in a diagnosis, but if a fuse is blown, then a deeper problem may exist. The most common problem in your case is the brake light switch not making contact. I recommend that...

When a paired phone receives a phone call, it will come through the sound system, even if the sound system is currently playing something. To decline the call, press the Phone End button.

If your vehicle is equipped with a navigation system, it will help you find directions where you need to go. Your navigation will appear on the center display. To use the navigation system. Type in the address you need...

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Hello there, the alternator for your 2006 Porsche Cayenne Turbo is located on the front of the engine along the serpentine belt path. Replacing the alternator is a extensive job best left to the professionals as it required the removal...

Hi there. It's possible that the shifting issue could be related to the clutch, but that seems more like a gear linkage issue. The engine vibration is most likely not related; and could be caused by a damaged vacuum line...

If the tire was not rebalanced after breaking down tire then it can cause it to cause problems with vibration above about 40 mph. If you are getting a wobble or feel problem below this speed then it may be...

I would not recommend putting refrigerant into a car that you have been told is leaking. refrigerant is damaging to the environment, and the vehicle should be properly inspected for leaks before adding more refrigerant to the system, even if...

Hello! That is a common problem with your particular vehicle. The heater core is made of a brass and aluminum material which is known to crack under the "heat stress" it endures. Luckily heater cores are rather inexpensive to purchase...

This may be related to a couple of different possibilities such as a faulty throttle position sensor or potentially a faulty instrument voltage regulator. The throttle position sensor (TPS) is a sensor used to monitor the throttle position of the...

Hello, code P0420 represents right main catalyst deterioration. There can be a few things that need to be checked before replacing parts. The intake system needs to be inspected for vacuum leaks and unmetered air leaks. The exhaust system should...

Hey there, hopefully everyone was safe after this experience. My suggestion would be to have the vehicle towed to the nearest dealer to have the vehicle checked. There has been many possible complaints for this problem with other owners and...

The problems will be two different ones unless the failure code is for loss of fuel tank vapor pressure. I would recommend having fuel leak fixed first and then having the computer scanned for the failure code to see what...

Hello, It sounds like the rack and pinion may have been damaged during the process of replacing the tie rods. If you are leaking power steering fluid, I would recommend having the rack and pinion checked. It is also very...

Hello. It does seem that you have several issues here. First, get your headlights aligned properly, but have a qualified technician investigate the electrical issue; some could be related to accident damage, poor or missing ground wires, or items that...

The problem sounds like you have a water pump leaking and it can be verified by doing a cooling system pressure test and then locate the leak to see if it is a water pump or the system hoses or...

The rattle is most likely coming from a faulty motor mount on the passenger side. The motor mount allows the engine to vibrate and hit metal to metal. Your vehicle should be put up on a lift while in park,...

Hondas are extremely particular about what kind of fluid they use. That's just the way Hondas are. What I would advise you to do is change the fluid and use the Honda fluid. I wouldn't switch fluids because Hondas have...

Hi John. Replacing the spark plugs and coil packs on a 2010 Dodge Nitro V6 is a fairly easy service. However, I wouldn't automatically assume that the root source of your problem are the plugs or plug wires. In many...