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A no start condition after a battery replacement can be caused by the theft system or the computer or ignition module may have been damaged during the process of the battery going bad or jump starting. I recommend having the...

This is a common sign of a failing CV joint. A CV (Constant Velocity) joint is a shaft that connects the transmission to the wheels, essentially transferring the power from the drive train directly to the wheels. The CV joint...

For you who don't know, those are the cars that don't have transmission gears. They never shift. They just continuously have a range to drive a car. The reason they are doing that is because they get a better gas...

Hello, I would start by extracting the problem codes from engine management and the transmission as well. You don't mention it, but surely the Check Engine light is on at this point. These codes will help determine a strategy for...

Hi there. You can drop the fuel tank from the bottom of the vehicle to get to the fuel pump. It would require removing the fuel neck, fuel vapor lines to the canister, the electrical harnesses, and the fuel tank...

Seeking allows you to quickly and easily access all of the available radio stations. When seeking, the radio will find the next station that comes in clearly, and play it. To seek, quickly press and release one of the two...

The alternators on the two vehicles are not compatible with each other. The computers on these vehicles control the alternator charge rates and you could have a computer problem and should have the system diagnosed by a qualified mechanic like...

When your car is in park lock mode, all of the doors and the trunk will automatically lock when you depress the brake pedal and shift your vehicle out of P. You can manually set park lock mode with a...

Hi there - it's possible that your problem source is the torque converter lockup clutch NOT releasing as the truck slows down. This would lug the engine as though it's in top gear until vibration, or an engine stop/start sequence...

Hello - I think there is a pretty good chance that your engine has seized due to a lack of oil. I suspect there is little compression due to piston rings seizing in the cylinder, and there is bearing damage...

This sounds like a frustrating experience. There are actually quite the variety of possibilities that could make your Opel jerk while driving. It is possible that your vehicle has developed one or more vacuum leaks and as these...

If you got code P0401 for the EGR system malfunction, then the system would need to be tested to see whether or not the vacuum modulator valve is holding vacuum and can control the EGR valve. These tests are needed...

When a paired device receives a phone call through the infotainment system, the sound system will be muted, and you will hear a ring through the sound system. To accept the phone call, rotate the MENU/SEL knob to Answer, then...

Hello, thank you for writing in. The vehicle may be having several different issues. To begin diagnosing it, you will want to check the fluid levels to find out what is burning. From there you want to know how the...

If it's economy of service you want, you can't beat the Japanese. The Mazda is a very reliable car and will usually cost less to service than the VW. Most of the time, the Mazda will go over a hundred...

Hello. Thank you for writing in. The owner'owner's manual should have more information on the power steering system, although you are correct. It should be electric. With that said, major faults with the system will set diagnostic troubleshooting codes. These...

When the engine is in crank mode the fuel pump relay is energized by ignition start signal. Once the car starts the fuel pressure relay is energized by the oil pressure switch. If you have fuel pressure during crank but...

This may be a sign of a weak battery, a failing voltage regulator or failing alternator. As you may know, the alternator is responsible for charging the battery while the engine runs by generating amperage and recharging the battery while...

Hi. A loud squeaking typically indicates a brake pad sensor that is contacting the rotor. When this occurs, it is to let you know that the brake pads are low. In some cases, a failing bearing can cause this, but...

There should be no detectable odor of gasoline from your car (apart from when you are refueling). If you are detecting a fuel odor that means there is either a leak or the air fuel ratio is very far off...

The Memory Remote Recall feature remembers the seat and side mirror settings that were last used by a driver, and returns to those settings when the remote keyless entry (RKE) transmitter is used to unlock the vehicle. To turn the...

The Auto Fan Speed settings control the automatic blower speed, and can be personalized through the audio system. 1. Turn on the infotainment system. 2. Press the CONFIG button to select the Configuration Settings menu. 3. Rotate the MENU/SELECT knob...