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When a timing belt breaks it will typically just snap without warning, and when it does, you will damage the motor from possible bent valves. It would be safest to follow the recommendation and have it replaced to avoid any...

Hi, thanks for writing in. In nearly 40 years of working on cars, and 30 years of anti-lock brake systems, I've never seen or heard of a single vehicle needing a "whole new ABS system" at one time, unless it...

The oil change process is generally a very simple one, but it does involve moving panels and some shops do a brief inspection on the vehicle as well. It is not likely that the Check Engine Light coming on is...

Hello. It sounds like the power steering pump has gone bad, causing the car to be hard to steer. There also could be a problem with the rack and pinion. The rack and pinion is what moves the wheels from...

In order to tow this vehicle behind an RV you will want to have the vehicle in neutral with the key in the off poition. When the vehicle's transmission is in neutral, the steering wheel is unlocked. This will enable...

A starter like any other mechanical and electrical part is subject to failing sometimes for no apparent reason. However, sometimes this is misdiagnosed as well and often times mistaken for something much more simple like a fuse, relay or starter...

Check to see if the drive belt is intact. If it isn't that would explain the loss of power steering, AC and the battery light. If the belt is intact, then something must be locked up, preventing the other parts...

Hi there. It sounds like you may have a gear/synchronizer problem. It's most likely concerning the second gear assembly. The synchronizer allows the second gear to match the wheel speed before engaging to allow for a smooth shift. If you're...

No, not without issues. GM changed all the wire harnesses and computer systems along with the sensors and engine mountings would have changed. The engine may be the same size, but it is different in a lot of ways which...

The sensor output (from that wheel position) can be viewed on a scan tool and/or an oscilloscope. Once you confirm the output is there, and the waveform is correct, you should trace the circuit back to the ABS controller or...

You should not continue to drive the vehicle if it is overheating or you may do major engine damage. You will need to have cooling system pressure tested to find where the leak is and then a diagnosis can be...

Hi there. From the description you have provided, a lot has been done to overcome your vehicle's engine misfire issue. Due to the many possibilities, that can cause a cylinder misfire (ie; spark plug, ignition coil, fuel injector, vacuum leak,...

Hi, the first thing to do is to figure out why the Check Engine light is on. A certified technician will be able to hook up a computer to the car which will read the DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Code) which...