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Hesitation is not generally caused by transmission faults. With regard to the transmission, if the fluid is "old", it's a good idea to change the fluid and the filter. Simply request transmission fluid service and the responding certified mechanic will...

An unbalanced driveshaft is a possibility as is a faulty torque converter. Tires cannot be eliminated without much further testing including testing on a road force variation balancer. Even perfectly balanced tires can create terrible vibration due to the construction...

This may be related to what is called a mass air flow sensor. This is a unit that monitors the air intake as it is mixed with fuel prior to being injected into the motor. This unit sends a signal...

The most common cause of the windshield wipers intermittent wipers do not work or it is only working intermittently is the multifunction switch. The switch incorporates the turn signals and flash to pass for headlights. I would recommend having a...

Hi there. Sure, you can request an estimate to have your front ball joint replaced by clicking this link, then clicking the Get a Quote button on that page. We need to collect more information about your location and vehicle...

If you were driving and your engine stopped abruptly then you may have broke a timing chain and engine seized. You will need to first try and jump start the engine to see if it will turn? If you just...

Hello, and thank you for writing in. There may be several other issues going on with the vehicle. The first to check is the TGV (tumble generator valve) sensor. It may need to be replaced, or the valve may need...

It sounds like you may have a faulty temperature gauge or a faulty temperature sensor. As you may know, there is a sensor that measures the temperature of the coolant that relays this information to the computer which then sends...

Hi There, Although this application may vary depending on your specific type of vehicle, generally they all work similarly. The Downhill assist control (commonly referred to as DAC) is a system that helps to control the vehicle without manual operation...

Hi there. If your anti-theft system is active and the engine will not start up, then you may need to reprogram your key fob to the vehicle if you have one. If you do not have a key fob, then...

Hi there. It is not common for an air bag deployment to cause any damage outside of the vehicle; in fact, it's virtually impossible. It is highly probable that these two issues are non-related.

Hey there, thank you for asking about your 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. Disconnecting the battery while the vehicle is running can damage the Powertrain Control Module (aka, vehicle "brain" or "engine computer") or other electrical components due to voltage excursions...

Hello, thank you for writing in. The first step is identifying where the noises are coming from. We need to determine if it related to the tires and suspension, if it is an engine problem, or if it is transmission...

Hello, thank you for writing in. The vehicle will illuminate the reduced engine power warning light for many reasons. The throttle, a number of sensors, poor ignition, and many other factors can turn it on. If you have not driven...

Hi there. When you jump start a car, the correct procedure is to attach the red line to the positive battery terminal and the black line to the negative battery terminal. This completes the electrical circuit. It is possible that...

Hello. We will be happy to assist you. A few drops a day should not cause too much of a concern but you want to keep your eye on your oil level to make sure it doesn't get too low...

This may be a result of a dirty or failing idle air control valve. The idle air control valve reads the air intake as it is mixed with fuel prior to being injected into the engine at low speeds and...

From the symptoms described, I would say that we are definitely experiencing fuel problems with your Chevy Blazer. There can be a few things keeping fuel from reaching the engine, such as a blown fuse or a bad fuel pump...

Edmunds compiles and publishes the type of data (maintenance costs) that you are seeking but for your specific year and model the entries are blank at their website, probably due to the relatively small production run of this vehicle (i.e.,...

Hello. From what you describe it would appear that your vehicle may be experiencing more than one issue. A vehicle that does not start can be caused by a variety of reasons. If the issues began after the vehicle ran...

Hello. From what you describe it would appear that your vehicle may be experiencing some sort of serious transmission or engine performance issue. If the transmission fluid hasn't been changed in a long time it may be possible that the...

The key must pass the vehicles security in order for the vehicle to start. The ignition lock cylinder housing contains the electronic equipment necessary for the vehicle to start. The keys and ignition lock cylinder replacement are a purely mechanical...