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It sounds like you may have a blown head gasket. A blown head gasket may cause a number of different symptoms. A head gasket that fails between cylinders will generally cause a misfire and perhaps few other symptoms. A failure...

The most important thing when inserting a CD is to make sure that the CD is facing the correct way. Make sure that the top of the CD (the painted side) faces upwards, and then push the CD into the...

Generally, the check engine light comes on when something fairly serious is going on with the vehicle. This can happen for many different reasons such as a faulty mass air flow sensor, a faulty O2 sensor, a bad catalytic converter,...

Hi there. Excessive fuel consumption is more than likely a fuel pressure regulator problem. If the engine is lugging or holding back due to the excessive fuel consumption, that could cause transmission shifting issues. The Check Engine light should be...

Hi there. When shifting out of 4WD, it is best to stop the vehicle and back up about 10 feet. This will fully disengage the transfer case and put the vehicle into 2WD mode. It is normal for the transfer...

Hi, thanks for writing in. This can be caused by a number of things such as low coolant levels, a faulty thermostat, or a failing coolant fan switch. As you may know the coolant fan switch helps to maintain the...

You should first have the code scanned in the computer and then diagnosed to see what is causing the concern. If you have a floor shifter and have spilled fluid into the shifter, then you may be getting shorting in...

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Hello. Let's hope that you don't have an issue with the mechanical aspect of the transmission on your 2002 BMW 330xi. I believe the best thing to check will be the transmission fluid. Also, I suggest having a technician run...

Typically when you smell electrical smoke, that's a pretty good indication that a wire, relay or electrically powered system has been damaged. Looking at your symptoms, it's likely that a relay is damaged or the source of your issues. However,...

As you may know, your car is equipped with wheel speed sensors on each of the four wheels, which monitor wheel speed while relaying this information to the traction control module, which is controlled by the car's ECU. When the...

Hi There, As you know, code P0128 relates to the operation of the thermostat in your cooling system, specifically indicating that the thermostat is likely stuck open, which results in the engine operating temperature never reaching the normal operating temperature...

The battery going dead in a couple of days is not normal and if you did the parasitic drain test correctly, then you are correct to condemn the alternator for the excessive draw. The alternator is most likely shorting internally...

The turbo could be working but not feeding to the engine for a leak in the intake hoses on the inner cooler. Check all of the hoses on the inner cooler and see if there is a split or if...

Hello. If you have a new battery and new terminal connectors, then I would be curious about the starter solenoid. That could cause temperamental starting with a perfectly good battery and electrical system. If the starter solenoid is beginning to...

Hi Most hood latch issues have to be diagnosed by a collision shop, but there are a few things that you could have checked before making such an expensive trip. The easiest thing one could do is to lubricate the...

Hi there. Typically when bolts don't line up when everything else is properly aligned, it's due to the wrong replacement part being used. There are two things I would recommend. First, search online to find the recommended replacement alternator for...

From what you've described, it sounds like you have a stuck open thermostat. I'd recommend replacing the thermostat to see if this is the cause of the slow heat up of the vehicle since it's a relatively quick repair. In...

Hello there. There are a few reasons your 1997 Oldsmobile Achieva is not turning off. The most common causes, would be a failed ignition switch, key cylinder, or a wiring fault. You may be able to remedy the issue by...

Hi Carol...the best results are obtained, and costs for everybody are kept to a minimum, if you ONLY replace parts that are confirmed to be defective. If you have not yet gotten a conclusive, authoritative diagnosis from a certified mechanic...

Hi there. It really depends on what is causing the smell and what type of smell it is that would determine the source. If you notice brake fluid smell, it is usually caused by a brake line that is loose....

The noise you are hearing is most likely an outer constant velocity joint on the right side or passenger side of the car. Have the axle joints checked to see if the outer joint boots are torn. If they are,...

Hi, thank you for writing in. Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), the codes that can be downloaded and read when your Check Engine Light comes on, do not identify the exact parts that need replacement. DTC's are simply "good clues" that...

This is a sign of a failing idle air control valve. This is a unit that is located on or near your intake manifold that monitors the air intake as it is mixed with fuel prior to being injected into...