The whining noise you hear is coming from the power steering module, which is an electric motor that provides the assist, rather than a pump and a bunch of hoses. While this system has many advantages, noise seems to be...
Hi There, The ECM on your Dodge Caravan is located inside the driver's fender on the frame,toward the front bumper. As you know, there are many things that can cause a misfire aside from the ECM. I would suggest removing...
Without being able to hear the noise, it will be hard to make an accurate recommendation. If the noise is a rotational noise that changes intensity based on road speed then looking at tire wear patterns such as a cupping...
You will have to open the hood and disconnect the battery terminals to reset the computer. Before hooking up the battery cables, the vehicle will need to be locked as it was before the alarm was tripped. Then the alarm...
If the red brake light is on, it usually means one of two things. Either you have a hydraulic leak in your brake system, or your emergency brake is on. The emergency brake being on even partially can cause your...
Hello, thank you for writing in. The vehicle will need to be scanned for diagnostic troubleshooting codes. The computer will set a code when issues have been detected. These codes are a way of helping you or the technician to...
It’s important that you know how much gas is in your car at all times. The fuel gauge gives you a pretty accurate estimate. However, understand that it is not 100% accurate (no fuel gauge displays anything but the approximate...
Without some additional symptoms, this is hard to say. If the car runs smoothly when warm, this would reflect a "cold start" problem with the engine. If the transmission shifts harshly either cold or hot, the transmission may need repair...
When towing a trailer, there are certain safety precautions you can take to make sure that you can your cargo will be safe. Some precautions you can take when towing are. Make sure that you do not exceed the...
The MAF is a possibility. I think it is also possible that one or more injectors are clogged or malfunctioning as the symptoms you describe sound like that of a fuel system issue. I would recommend having the fuel injectors...
I would first check with another exhaust shop to get a second opinion. Sometimes the metal used or the flex pipe location will not allow a new pipe to be welded in.
What you are describing sounds like a faulty starter solenoid. A faulty starter solenoid will generally produce a clicking sound when turning the key. The starter solenoid is located on the starter and has internal electrical contacts that transmit electricity...
If it's a running car and it runs good--that's what that car probably would go for. I personally wouldn't buy an S70 because I work on them for a living. I've worked on quite a few of them and they...
It does sound like you have a hydraulic problem. First, I would check for external leaks. If none are found, the problem could be air in the system. This could be the result of not bleeding the system properly after...
The alternator on this vehicle is computer controlled and if the alternator is not communicating to the computer then it may default to a set charging rate that will show up as good when testing using standard methods. The computer...
Hi there. That's a tricky question to answer. It really depends on the warranty program you have with the dealership that will dictate whether or not this is a statement of fact. Some dealerships offer extended warranty packages that are...
Hello. You may still want to have a diagnostic troubleshooting code scan performed on the vehicle. Not all issues will automatically trigger a warning light. However, there may be mechanical issues to blame for this. You will want to take...
If your cell phone loses its Bluetooth connectivity with the Uconnect system, then it is probably a problem with your phone. However, this problem is not rare, and can be fixed easily. Simply turn off your mobile phone and turn...
Hi there, thanks for writing in. It's entirely possible that a component failed. For instance, if the clutch pressure plate failed, then the clutch pedal will feel very spongy and can cause the car to slip and be very difficult...
Using the right type of child seat is critical to protecting your little ones while on the road. Your Altima is able to accommodate three different types of child seats: Rear facing child seats Front facing child seats Booster...
Your Altima is equipped with a number of different air bags – it goes well beyond the front driver and front passenger system. You also have seat-mounted air bags and roof-mounted air bags. Here’s what you should know about each:...
You should not drive it this way. Did you know that gasoline vapor is more flammable than liquid gas? You should have it fixed before driving it to be on the safe side. If you need assistance with this, seek...
