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If you just had battery replaced due to it going dead then you may have a charging system problem if light is coming on. Have the charging system checked to see if you need an alternator or have another problem....

Hi Madison. Thanks for contacting us today. If you could supply us with the OBD-II trouble code you've received, we can help you understand all of the possible sources. In most cases, a code that indicates a sensor issue is...

Hello. I would suspect that the coolant temperature sensor is faulty. The coolant temperature sensor is used to monitor the temperature of the coolant. If it is bad it can trick the ECU into thinking it is running hot. The...

The ABS wheel sensors are a commonly known part to fail. As you know, these are located at each wheel and help the ABS system detect abnormalities in driving conditions which causes the ABS system to engage. Occasionally, these sensors...

Hello, thank you for writing in. The testing you have done so far is great. If you know you have fuel pressure and spark then you can turn your attention to other possibilities. These include the air intake sensors like...

Inserting a CD to play is very easy. Simply insert the CD, label-side up, into the CD slot. After the CD is partially inserted, the CD player will automatically insert it fully. Tip If the CD is not automatically...

Hi there. That's a very good question; however, we need a bit more information in order to give you an accurate idea as to what's causing this roaring sound. If the roaring sound is coming during acceleration, it could be...

Is this an automatic or manual transmission? I need to know what type of transmission you have because this rattling sound could be different things depending if it is an auto trans or manual. Either way I would recommend that...

Hi there. From the description you have provided, your vehicle's low oil light comes on when the engine is stopped; this may not be a low oil level. It is very important to not overfill the engine with oil. Always...

Hi There, This may be a sign of low transmission fluid or a faulty transmission control solenoid. As you know, automatic transmissions use pressurized hydraulic fluid to change gears. Every time a gear change is required, the car's computer activates...

The wheel cylinders are fairly easy to service for a novice mechanic. You'll have to remove the brake drum and remove the metal brake line on the back of the wheel cylinder using a 10mm line wrench. Then remove the...

You may be having a problem with one of the battery cables or connections. A mechanic can do what is called is a voltage drop test on the starter and all the cables to see if one or more cables...

There are a lot of reasons why your car might stall. If the check engine light is coming on I would start by scanning the computer for codes. If there are any codes then those would help to know where...

This may suggest a failing voltage regulator. The voltage regulator is a unit that regulates the charging of the battery by the alternator. When the voltage regulator is not working properly, this may result in the alternator allowing too much...

You probably need a fan belt. Timing belt is inside the timing cover and it has cogs on it and it can't squeal because it's got cogs and it can't slip. If it groans, it means that the timing...

Hi. The most common problem is the instrument cluster followed by the vehicle speed sensor on the transmission/transfer case(2wd/4wd). You will have to use a scan tool to determine if the VSS signal is reaching the instrument cluster. If you...

Hi there. If you have removed the thermostat and the engine still overheats, then there could be an issue with the water pump or the head gasket. With the engine running at operating temperature before it gets hot, check the...

Hi there. On the track to the windows, there are two plastic bearings (like a roller wheel) that rotates on the rail as the window is moving up and down. They are on both sides of the window track. Sounds...

Many of these vehicles came with Dexcool as the coolant. This coolant cannot be mixed with any other types of coolant or it can cause a sludge to build up in the cooling system. I would recommend having your cooling...

Hi there: Your best bet is to contact JVC directly and ask them to send you an owner or instruction manual for the model of stereo you have.

Many newer automatic transmissions have temperature-sensors in them that, on a stone-cold start, restrict normal shift to only the lower (or non-overdrive gears) until the engine coolant and transmission fluid reach a certain level which in many engines, is around...

Hi there. Changing oil, oil filters and air filters is typically a job that an average or non-professionally trained or certified mechanic can complete. It really depends on your comfort level, tools and accessibility to appropriate disposal methods (as oil...

Coolant leaks may come from a variety of places such as any of the hoses that go to or from the radiator to the motor, the thermostat housing, the water pump or potentially the radiator itself. I would suggest having...

The first thing to check is the connector where it was replaced. A mechanic would need to check to see if the connector is wired correctly and that it has the proper power and ground to power the headlight. You...