Hello - this diagnostic code, P1589, is a throttle relearning error - typically done after a throttle control unit is replaced. This error occurs during deceleration testing, when the vehicle is almost at a stop - but the acceleration sensor...
It sounds like you have an exhaust leak. An exhaust leak can cause a Check Engine Light. It will give the O2 sensors a false reading. The exhaust runs nearly the length of the car and consists of two catalytic...
Auxiliary boxes provide convenient storage within easy reach. For the box above you in the roof, push on the lid and it will open. Push again to close it. Push on the lid of the auxiliary box under the radio...
The simple answer is no, unfortunately. They are different units with different mounting points and connection locations. Also, they are of different ratios - how many turns the rack & pinion is able to make. When replacing the rack &...
There are several possible reasons for a vehicle to crank and not start. A bad fuel pump, clogged fuel filter, faulty injectors, bad ecu, failed ignition coil, or a malfunctioning sensor. It will first be necessary to figure out if...
The flashing check engine light is likely due to misfiring. If the engine is misfiring that can damage the catalytic converter. Try not to drive the car until it is repaired. Inasmuch as ignition components were removed, my guess would...
The vehicle is equipped with fuses and relays to control any of the electrical circuits. To my understanding, you are referring to the control assembly where you activate the heat and air conditioning. The owner's manual will point out where...
Hello. Dashboard lights blinking are a common electrical issue with this vehicle. Most of the time, if the battery is fine, it is a connection issue on the negative battery cable ground connections. The connections become corroded or loose and...
Your car’s steering wheel is designed to adjust. That gives you the ability to customize your sitting position so that you’re comfortable and can easily reach both the steering wheel and pedals no matter how tall or short you might...
Hello there. A few potential problems could cause a rubbing noise from the rear of the vehicle. The most common would be the wheel bearings, brake drum, dragging parking brake, or damaged wheel. If you want to have this looked...
What you are describing sounds like a dirty or faulty mass air flow sensor. The mass air flow sensor monitors air intake as it is mixed with fuel prior to being injected into the motor. This sensor relays vital information...
An alignment will not cause a vibration but if one of the tires was out of balance this can cause the problem if on of the weights fell off during the axle service. Once you get all tires balanced see...
This may be related to a shift solenoid or possibly the speed or range sensors. There are many different issues that can cause the truck not to shift into overdrive properly. When your transmission’s control unit senses an issue, it...
Manually opening the trunk is very easy: 1. Make sure that the doors are unlocked. 2. Use your hand to press the touchpad on the trunk, which is located directly above the license plate. 3. Lift up on the liftgate...
It sounds like your window regulator has broken. The window regulator is composed of cables and pulleys that raise and lower the window. Oftentimes, the pulleys are made of plastic, and will break. This will cause the window to drop...
Hello, thank you for writing in. The fact the solenoid continuously fails may indicate that electrical side or mechanical side behind it is not working properly. You can do two things to start off diagnostics. First, considering the interaction with...
Hi Alex. Thanks for contacting us today. These are two different filters. One is located under the passenger side of the dashboard, that can be removed fairly easily, the other is behind the dash and accessible through the engine compartment....
Hi there. If your vehicle is having trouble going past 40 mph, then check the mass air flow sensor (MAF) and the fuel pressure regular. Both of these items could be restricting the engine and causing it to have a...
If your brake fluid is a little low then when you brake hard or first stopping then the fluid my just need to be topped off. Have the fluid checked and if just a little low on fluid then top...
Hi there: You should contact your GMC dealership to ask about this, as their ONSTAR program and accessories are often tied into the ECU and could impact the overall operation of some security features on your Yukon. Cutting wires without...
Hi Traveler. Thanks for contacting us today. On a Ford 3.0 V6, there are a total of (4) O2 sensors, two on each side of the engine. There are upstream and downstream sensors, two of them on the exhaust manifold...
Hi there - I would check the turn signal light bulbs and ground connections on the side which is not flashing. Burned out bulbs, shorts and poor ground connections can cause the "no flash" behavior you describe. If the hazard...
If you see a light on the dash that looks like a little wrench, it means that the computer has detected a problem with the engine or transmission. This is the Throttle Control/Powertrain Light. It should only come on if...
Yes it is bad if you don't do it. You'd want to have it checked at least. If they are not more than 4,000 of an inch off, you can leave them alone and drive it. But on Hondas, they...
