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Hello. I think you may have a problem with the cold start valve not dumping the proper amount of fuel to allow the car to start and remain running on a cold start. The distributor should be checked as well...

Hello. Backfiring can be caused by many things. A few common causes are low quality fuel or problems with the fuel, ignition issues, or a problem within engine management systems. If the vehicle is filled with low quality fuel, it...

Depending on the severity of the heat damage, this may cause bearings to be damaged or destroyed which will ultimately cause many other parts to fail. If this is something that the dealership is responsible for, I would recommend having...

Hello, this sounds like a problem with the governor, perhaps the governor spring to be specific. If the spring breaks, it will not allow the 1-2 shift. The fluid leak is likely not a big deal on its own -...

Generally, the leaking from the axle shaft area is caused when the boots crack and the fluid is leaked out. The tricky part about identifying this is knowing when the boots actually cracked, when they began leaking and to what...

Hello. There are a lot of things that can cause this on your vehicle. I would usually start by scanning the computer for any codes. If there are codes set it can help to find the issue. If there are...

Hi there. Essentially, the P0365 code means that there has been a lack of voltage detected from the camshaft position sensor B in bank 1 by the PCM within a few seconds of the engine starting. The camshaft position sensor...

It seems as if your ignition switch is malfunctioning. Your ignition switch is the part that you stick your key into. This part is responsible for controlling different circuits based on the position of the key. It seems like the...

The front air bags or air lines may have a leak or the height sensor is defective. The most likely cause is the height sensor is defective.

Hi there. There can be a few things wrong with your car. One issue can be that your vehicle is not receiving the proper amount of fuel pressure to the engine causing it to starve of fuel. Another issue can...

If neither the AC or heat blows, the problem is with the blower motor or its control circuit. In your vehicle, the blower circuit consists of the heater fuse, gauge fuse, heater relay, blower switch, blower relay, and blower motor....

Hi there. The door lock cylinder has either an object in side it causing the key to not fit or the pins inside the cylinder has fallen into the key hole. I recommend replacing the door lock cylinder. If you...

Unfortunately, the information you provided about your Dodge Durango is very limited, and I will be unable to make a proper diagnosis at this time. I would recommend enlisting the assistance of a certified mechanic and including as much information...

All of these problems are most likely not related to each other. The no start is the most serious and may be due to the fuel pump or ignition module not working. You will need to have the vehicle scanned...

Diagnosing a hesitant engine will take some testing and the process of elimination. Being 10 years old, the vehicle is likely due for some work, and you should keep any recent repairs in mind while looking into this. Considering the...

Before condemning the alternator, have the drive belt checked to see if it is loose from a stretched belt or worn belt tensioner. If the belt is loose and slipping on the alternator, the alternator will not be able to...

Hello! There are a few common things that can cause a vehicle to run lean. Most common would be a vacuum leak or oxygen sensor issue. A qualified technician, such as one from YourMechanic, can perform an inspection in order...

The existing battery should be load tested and if it fails the battery should be replaced. The cost of replacement can be obtained by clicking on "Get a Quote" at the foregoing service link. But, at the same time that...

Hello, thank you for writing in. The power steering system is driven off of the power from the engine. Without proper engine function, the power steering system will not work correctly. The adverse is true as well. A failing power...

There could be a hole in the intake air cleaner hoses or a drive belt that is loose causing the whirling sound. Try removing the drive belt and driving the vehicle for a short time. The battery light will come...

Either the engine temperature at the instant the warning light illuminates is indeed out of range (high) or the temperature reporting system (the fail safe function) is malfunctioning. It is is possible to use a real time automotive scanner to...

Hello. A loose crankshaft sensor may be damaged if it falls off or catches on something. Aside from that, a loose crankshaft position sensor may also cause engine performance issues, including stalling, as it is one of the primary inputs...

Hello there. Many faults will cause your 1999 Ford Expedition to have low output from the stereo. The most common faults would be blown speakers, a failing radio, or a wiring harness fault. A qualified Technician such as one from...

Hi there. A situation like you've described could be caused by a sensor that has become loose or the electrical harness connected to it has fallen off. It's also common for an ignition coil pack to become loose when the...