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The problem may be the transmission clutch is not disengaging enough to allow the gear change. Have the clutch checked first for proper operation. If clutch is operating good then the problem is with the synchronized gears inside the transmission...

Hi Dave, Engine misfires can be caused by many different problems and are generally caused by either a spark or fuel issue or in some cases, a combination of both. Spark related problems generally will result from things like ignition...

It is possible that you may have a leak somewhere in the AC system. However it is normal that every few years your air conditioning refrigerant will need to be serviced, as the refrigerant is a gas and does slowly...

Hi there - the lack of heater function could have 5 causes: the engine is not getting up to correct temperature (center of the gauge) due to a malfunctioning thermostat, the heater control valve is not letting hot coolant into...

Hi Chris. Thanks for contacting us today. There are a few things that I would recommend. First, it would be better to NOT start the vehicle until the fluids have been fully melted. If the engine isn't able to flow...

Hi there. When it comes to buying brake pads, to be completely honest, almost every aftermarket part made today will be fine for your application. In regards to personal preference, I'm a fan of OEM brake pads and rotors -...

It sounds like you may need a starter. The testing for it is pretty straightforward. Check the battery cable going to it, and check for power at the start wire. If there is power at both, it will need a...

Unfortunately, I don't have repair information for this vehicle yet. I've seen online that other people have experienced a similar problem accompanied by a Check Engine Light and code P0606, which stands for Fuel Pump Control Module. The solution is...

If your engine has no external coolant leaks, and is still requiring you to put water in the radiator, that water is leaking internally inside the engine. But before jumping to that conclusion, a cooling system pressure test should be...

A failed positive crankcase ventilation valve may cause an abnormal situation inside the engine that may trigger a response from one or more of the sensors. The best thing to do would be to have the vehicle read and the...

The first thing to check is to see if the transmission is low on fluid or there is a major leak on the transmission. If the fluid is full and no leaks are found then the transmission has an internal...

When a vehicle gets poor fuel economy, it's typically due to an electrical sensor that is faulty, such as the oxygen sensors, the air fuel ratio sensor, dirty fuel injectors, or the throttle body being dirty. Driving habits can also...

Hi Steven. It's very difficult to prove when electrical glitches occur or who should be "on the hook" for repair or diagnostic checks. The best advice I can offer is for you to speak with the service manager of the...

The cylinder heads are one part of the complete engine package. As such, when they are rebuilt, other critical components such as connecting rods, bearings, pistons and cylinder sleeves are not replaced. If your head gasket broke, causing water to...

If the oil level is low, oil should be added until the level reaches the full mark on the oil dipstick (no higher though). Adding oil to the full line on the dipstick will give you a safety margin just...

Hi there. The items you've listed including the condenser and compressor themselves are typically installed by local mechanic shops for $500 to $700 individually. So, the estimate you've listed for all of that service seems rather fair. As long as...

Lift up the front wheels to where they are off the ground. Remove the wheels and tires from the vehicle on the front. Remove the slider bolts one at a time and clean them. Apply Never Seize to the sliding...

The Park Assist feature can be turned on or off very easily: 1. Turn on the infotainment system. 2. Press the CONFIG button to select the Configuration Settings menu. 3. Rotate the MENU/SELECT knob to Vehicle Settings, then press the...

Hello. If your steering wheel is producing a squeaking sound when rapidly turning I would first try to determine where the sound may be coming from. If it sounds like it may be coming from outside the vehicle, perhaps the...

There is a cable that connects the actual linkage on the transmission to the shifter in the car. If the cable somehow breaks or becomes dislodged it will feel similar to what you are describing. This is a common issues...

Hello. Most of the time when this car suddenly stops like this it is because the timing belt broke. If it has never been replaced then this is very likely. It can also occur if the ASD relay failed or...

If the front brakes are locking it will be one of three possible problems. It can be caused by the master cylinder internal residual check valve stuck causing a higher than normal pressure to stay on the brake system. If...

If the engine was running prior to replacing the sensors then you may have a faulty sensor. It is common for this to occur. If it was running the same prior to this then you may have another problem. The...