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This is likely a charging system problem (i.e. alternator or voltage regulator). As you may know, the alternator is responsible for charging the battery while the engine runs by generating amperage and recharging the battery while the engine turns the...

This may be a problem with the exhaust catalyst partly clogged causing excessive back pressure. There is a test where the O2 sensor is removed and the back pressure tester is put in the hole to see if the catalyst...

Hi. There could be a couple of things causing this noise. There could bring a bad bearing in one of the idler pulleys for the serpentine belt. The serpentine belt tensioner could be going bad causing the noise you hear....

If the alarm is an aftermarket alarm then if may just be defective. I have found that most alarms made aftermarket do not last long and are made of cheap relays and circuits. If you have a factory alarm then...

When the check engine light is on, it means that the ECU has detected a malfunction and stored a trouble code to tell you what it is. When the check engine light is blinking, it means that the malfunction is...

First of all, if the coil spring is broken, the car will be sagging at the left front. I have worked on cars for over twenty years and have never seen a coil spring just snap, unless someone has attempted...

If you are having difficulty turning the key in the ignition switch, this may be a sign that the ignition lock cylinder, or perhaps the key, are worn and in need of replacement. This repair requires disassembling of the steering...

Hi, thanks for writing in. That "debris" you feel is usually clutch material. Clutch material inside automatic transmissions is very similar to manual transmission clutch material as well as brake pad material. It generally appears as a fine dust. While...

Hi there. We have two great articles posted here on our website that will really help you learn more about the EVAP system and specifically the purge solenoid. The first is this article which explains what the P0455 OBD-II trouble...

When an engine is cold, it needs to have rich fuel condition to run. Only when the engine has warmed up can it run at full power and efficiency. The thermostat not only keeps your motor from overheating, but it...

If you have a noisey power steering pump when turning and replacement pump did the same noise then you need to remove the pump reservoir and check the inside screen to see if it is plugged up with dirt and...

Based on your description, I would recommend checking your oil level to ensure that it is full. The noises you are hearing can often occur due to a low engine oil level. This could be because of a leak or...

The best thing to do with a new master cylinder is to bench bleed it. Here's how: You use a vice to grab the nubs of the master cylinder and mount it up about waist high. If you don't...

Hello there, thank you for asking about your 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse. The code you are getting is for a problem with the mass air flow sensor circuit. This does not mean replace the sensor. The code has a pinpoint test...

It could be that the speed sensor is bad. The transmission will go into limp or safe mode when it loses one of its main inputs, such as the transmission speed or transmission range sensor. It may also go into...

If it's the engine coolant that you are asking about, every other year should be quite sufficient. When you decide to have that done contact Your Mechanic. They can send a technician to your home or office to replace your...

Hi There, This may be a result of low transmission fluid or potentially a faulty transmission control module. A faulty transmission control module may cause a delay in acceleration or erratic shifting of gears. The transmission control module has various...

This may be related to many different possibilities, some of which may be related to a lack of spark and some of which may be related to a fuel delivery problem or a combination of both. For example, if the...

It sounds as if your vehicle has possibly suffered damage to the steering system. If it was in an accident, it is possible there may have been damage done to the steering rack, which uses red transmission fluid in it's...

Extending the sun visor allows you to block sunlight and brightness that is coming in through the center of the windshield. To extend one of the sun visors, first unfold it. Then, detach the end of the visor that is...

Hi, thanks for writing in. In order to determine which parts are compatible for your Suzuki vehicle, I would recommend consulting with your local Suzuki dealership. They will be the best suited to tell you which modules are compatible with...