The traction control system (TCS)/StabiliTrack Warning Light is located on your instrument panel. The TCS/StabiliTrack Warning Light can illuminate in two ways: 1. If the light comes on and stays on, then the TCS and possible the StabiliTrack system has...
You may have a theft system malfunction. You may also have a shift cable problem also. Try to put car in neutral to see if it cranks? Move shifter back and forth to see if it moves through the gears...
If the engine was sputtering and then when the exhaust starts to come off it makes the engine run better, then there is either a plugged muffler or a plugged catalytic converter. To check this, put the exhaust back together...
Hello. Since all the modules lost power, they may need to have the low voltage codes cleared from memory. Have the vehicle scanned and cleared of codes in all modules. Then let the engine run at idle for several minutes...
You only need to replace the two bad ones, but be prepared to replace one or more in the near future. The coils are all the same age and all have the same amount of use and seem to fail...
Your 2006 BMW 545i may be losing main power supply to the main fuse power module from the battery. If you lose the connection, it would also cause the loss of radio and clock memory. Check the battery connections and...
I would not suggest disabling your ABS at any time, as it compromises vehicle performance and safety. As for you traction control, you should be able to turn it off manually using the dash mounted button. Your owner's manual will...
Hello, diagnosing a noise is a hands on jab and must be heard firsthand for a proper recommendation. The noise could be coming from and item on the belt drive or possibly the engine itself. To pinpoint the cause of...
Hey there. It is not unsafe to switch from Drive to "Manual" while the vehicle is in motion. You should take precaution and perform this action at a lower speed. The engine speed will increase when shifting to a lower...
Hello: Anytime you swap out a motor, it's incredibly important to double check that all components correctly align and are compatible. The truth is that without being there to physically inspect your Maxima, it's impossible to diagnose why your engine...
It sounds like you may have a faulty wheel speed sensor. The ABS system uses information from your wheel speed sensors to detect if each wheel is rotating at the same speed. If you have different sized tires, a bad...
This is a problem with your carburetor. It probably needs rebuilding or adjustment. They make rebuild kits for that. Pray that you can buy one of those 80-dollar rebuild kits, take it apart, rebuild it and put it together and...
If the A/C system is full and pressures are reading correctly, and the cooling system is in proper working order (thermostat opens, no overheating, etc.), then most likely the problem lies with the dash. The climate control head unit may...
If the compressor is replaced, the only mandatory component to change is the system drier. If the belt is worn or old, it should be replaced. Replacement of any and all other parts is simply subject to a diagnostic and...
Hello, thanks for writing in about your Chevrolet Malibu. If they did not give you the trouble code that is stored then you are going to need to have the system tested to see if the code can be diagnosed...
Hi there. Either the positive crankcase ventilation valve (PCV) or the turbo has excessive oil blow by. Check the PCV valve and see if its working. Check the air filter to the engine and make sure that its dry and...
Hi there. Usually when a car will bounce frequently, it is due to a suspension component failure. If your Lincoln has air suspension, this is most likely the culprit. You might want to have a professional mechanic complete an inspection...
If the starter is accessible under the hood, grab a friend and a small hammer. While one of you tries to crank the engine, have the other lightly tap the starter at the same time. It is possible the starter...
The tie rods used on the rear wheel drive version versus the four wheel drive version of the truck are completely different. Insofar as the axle, the cataloging shows a difference in tie rod, depending on whether the axle is...
This is a very common problem with this generation Highlander. Toyota is well aware of the issue and there is an open recall for this specific problem. In order to properly resolve this issue, contact your local Toyota dealer, describe...
I believe you may have a problem with your master cylinder. I would suggest first having the brake fluid flushed if it is dark. If that doesn't fix it then most likely the master cylinder is bad. I would have...
