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The range is an estimation of how many miles you can drive on your current tank of gas, based on how much fuel remains in the tank, and on the fuel economy that you have averaged in past trips. To...

Hello! It seems as if there is a TSB for a PCM update related to the codes p2195 and 2197. It is best to verify that update has been done because in most cases, that will fix the vehicle and...

Hi Ritchie. Thanks for contacting us today. The first thing you need to do is isolate the source of the RPM increase. It is possible that a vacuum hose was not correctly attached during the service, so I would recommend...

Hi. Overheating is typically caused by three main concerns, either not enough coolant in the engine, not enough flow of coolant, (stuck closed thermostat, pinched hose) or the radiator isn't exchanging heat fast enough. If the coolant level looks ok...

When your car is in ignition switch all door unlock mode, then all of the doors will automatically unlock when the car is turned off. As soon as the ignition switch is turned out of the On setting, all four...

Using the ignition is very simple: insert the key, and rotate clockwise. There are four levels on the ignition: 1. Lock. This is the starting position, where you can insert or remove the key anytime you use the ignition. 2....

The tonneau cover extends from the trunk, and can be used to cover the items stored in the trunk. This can provide protection from the sun to your stored items. Extending the tonneau cover is easy: 1. Locate the handle...

Unfortunately an engine can really fail at any time for any number of reasons regardless of what year or how many miles it has on it, but it for sure isn’t normal. Toyota has a number of things that can...

Check the transmission range selector for a loose connection and make sure it is tight on the transmission. The code is coming up for the transmission range selector saying that the transmission is in gear and park at the same...

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Hi there. All tires will leak some air over time, but if it loses all of its air by the next day, then there is a problem. A tire shop should remove the tire from the wheel and inspect the...

That baby was made for high-test gas. So, you have to buy the best gas you can find. I say use the Shell V-power if you live in the United States. That seems to be the best gasoline for those...

This problem may be due to a fuel gauge sender malfunction, which is fairly common, or it could stem from the motors behind the instrument cluster that move the gauge needles. The fuel gauge sender is typically found in...

Hi there. The squeaking sound you are hearing is most likely caused by the serpentine belt or the pulley's that drive the belt. In regards to routine maintenance on your Honda Civic, we have a great online tool that allows...

ABS and ESC are use the same system to achieve different results. ABS will take control of braking when a slip is detected. ESC is stability control. It provides braking on certain wheels when a slide is detected through a...

I believe the part you might be referring to is not the ignition switch but rather the lock cylinder. The ignition switch as an actual electronic switch located further down the steering column on your vehicle. The lock cylinder is...

You can select a custom wallpaper to be the backdrop for the multi-information display screen. To import a wallpaper into the multi-information display screen, you will first have to have imported a wallpaper from a USB port. Then, follow these...

Sounds like you might be describing a bit of a hard shift or transmission shudder. The issue can be caused by an internally leaking servo in the transmission. The repair sometimes requires removal of the transmission to gain access to...

The map lights are located on the ceiling, in between the driver and front passenger seats. Each of the two lights is turned on by pressing the lens. The lights are turned off the same way.

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Hello. The high pressure power steering hose is the most common hose to leak on your vehicle. I have also seen the return line leak at the power steering reservoir from a loose clamp. If the leak cannot be easily...

From the information provided on your Nissan Frontier, has lead me to believe that it may be experiencing an undercharged battery or even possibly a bad starter. To be 100% certain however, it may be time to enlist the assistance...

In one word, yes. Anytime that you get into a vehicle, check and adjust your mirrors as needed before you enter any roadway. This ensures that you can see clearly to the rear of your vehicle. We're talking about your...

Your Toyota Camry's transmission does not have a dip stick like in older car's transmissions and has a fill plug on the side of the transmission itself. The transmission should only be serviced and checked by a trained mechanic. The...

Sounds like you might be having an alternator problem. The vehicle uses the battery to start, once it is running the alternator takes over providing the vehicle with all the electricity it needs. If the alternator fails, the car continues...