While you can use the lock/unlock controls on the door panels to lock your car, or the remote attached to your key, you can also use the mechanical key itself. Just turn the key in the driver door lock to...
The most common noise that Lincoln LS owners hear is from the brakes, or a bad wheel bearing. If the noise is a scraping sound, it's likely the brakes. If the car is making a grinding, roaring noise that changes...
This sounds like a good time to check the owner's manual to see if it mentions this at all. If it's an aftermarket alarm system, it may need to be manually reset through a certain procedure that is model specific....
The Honda Accord features an emergency trunk release lever in case someone becomes trapped in the trunk. To use the lever, simply push it in the direction indicated by the arrows. The trunk lid will open and can be pushed...
The fuel gauge on the dashboard receives a signal from sensors in the gas tank. Some models of your vehicle have multiple sensors and both have to be working properly for an accurate fuel level. An experienced technician, such as...
Hello there, a knocking sound can cause problems if left unresolved in your 2008 BMW 535xi. A knocking noise can be caused by a few different faults such as an engine mount, engine knock, failing alternator, or AC compressor. If...
This concern is often caused by dirt binding the internal gears, or even 2 discs ending up in the same tray. I would not suggest that you pry or disassemble the changer on your own. Instead, have a certified mechanic...
Hi, thanks for writing in. I'd be happy to provide my insight. Unfortunately, as you may know every car depreciates in value fairly rapidly relative to the amount you have paid for it. As with any car, the dependability is...
Hello a loose starter is something you should have repaired and inspected sooner than later to avoid damage to where the starter mounts. If the starter brakes it mounting tabs or cracks the mount, the repair could be expensive due...
A smoking engine can be caused by many situations. Leaking internal seals can cause blue smoke. A badly leaking head gasket causing an engine to try to burn coolant can send off white smoke or steam. If you need assistance,...
Your Battery Saver Light comes on because your car is seeing a lower than expected battery voltage. When you see the light, your car will turn off certain electrical loads in order to save the battery from being unable to...
On some of these vehicles, it may be a simple cycling switch that has failed, or a more serious problem like a failed compressor. The only way to know is to have a thorough inspection of the AC system by...
Hello. If the shifter will not move than that is typically a failure in the shift interlock which keeps the shifter locked in park until the brakes are applied. See if the brake lights are working. If they are not...
This can be caused by a variety of things. I would agree with the dealer that floor mats can often times interfere with the pedals in a car. The other thing I would be sure to check is the cruise...
Hello. I would recommend first disconnecting and cleaning the battery clamps and battery with baking soda and water. Once the terminals are clean then see if it will crank over. You may need to jump start the battery if it...
Hello there. Tires need to be rotated to get the most life span from the tire. It is typically recommended to have this done at each oil change. The reason for this is that each tire has a certain weight...
There can be many symptoms of a bad water pump. Most of the time, when the pump fails it is because it has started to leak. It can leak when the engine is running or when the vehicle sits, but...
Your vehicle has many technical bulletins that pertains to wiring issues with pins and connectors to various modules and control units in the vehicle. This issue is one that is hard to track down since it is an intermittent connection...
To determine if a cracked mirror needs to be completely replaced will depend on a few factors. Let's start with the interior mirror, or what is typically called the rear-view mirror. Generally this mirror is only replaceable as an entire...
Hello. In order to repair this problem, you simply need to get the gearshift knob and button replaced. If you still want to use the car until you are able to get your shifter fixed, you can take a small...
A leak in the transmission or in the transmission cooler lines can cause the transmission fluid to be low enough to cause the vehicle to not move when put in gear. You need to check the transmission fluid level and...
Without knowing the reason behind the failure, it is impossible to assess future failures. Is there anything you can do? Yes! For your part, be aware of any recognizable signs that you may have noticed prior to the failure of...
