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The refrigerant inside the compressor has nothing to do with the compressor pulley turning freely when the compressor is not engaged. If the pulley is not turning free then the bearing inside the pulley will need to be replaced. If...

The CVT transmission on the vehicle may go into what is called 'transmission safe mode' if it is overheating. The safe mode will cause low engine power, and limited shifting of the CVT system. This could be caused by incorrect...

This light will usually come on when one of two things are happening. Either the motor is in fact low on oil or the oil pressure sending unit is not working properly and may be producing a faulty reading. I...

Hello there. Thanks for writing in about your 98 Jaguar Varden Plas. This type of fault is called a parasitic drain. When the turn signals will not operate properly and the vehicle has a drain, there may be a larger...

First we have to find out where the coolant is leaking. That could be the cause of the over-heating, or just another symptom. Engines that heat up and run hot very quickly is a common symptom of the head gasket...

Hello there, the 150,000 mile maintenance service doesn't commonly include replacement of the drive belt on your 2004 Lexus RX330. However, if you are experiencing symptoms of a worn drive belt, such as squealing noises, power steering, engine overheating, or...

The reverse light switch is powered by the meter fuse and when you put it in reverse the power is sent to the rear reverse lights. The rear light socket would have to be tested to see if power is...

Hi. The AC compressor runs off the serpentine belt which is driven by the engine. Therefore, turning on the AC puts a load on the engine. If there is a problem with the compressor, this may max the engine more...

Hi, thanks for writing in. It sounds like you might be having issues with your theft module. It is also possible that you could have some sort of wiring issue related to your security system. I would recommend having your...

There appears to be a lot of problems with that year Pathfinder, and Nissan has generated a Technical Service Bulletin that indicated a problem with the rear upper and lower link bushings that need to be replaced. I would recommend...

From the description provided, it appears that your Oldsmobile Bravada may be experiencing a faulty shift lock solenoid. This solenoid is responsible for making sure you can only shift the vehicle in and out of park when the brake pedal...

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Sometimes a motor slowly fails and a hard spot makes it stop all together, sometimes all it needs is a little spray of dry lube. Have a certified mechanic, such as one from YourMechanic, inspect and take the door panel...

Airbags play a big role in keeping vehicle occupants safe in the event of a crash. They way in which they work is simple, yet the process has been fine-tuned over the years to offer as much protection as possible....

The crankshaft seal is in the area you are referring to. The crankshaft seal lasts maybe 100,000 miles or so. There are other gaskets and seals in that area that would have to be examined as well. If you request...

As a temporary measure, please refer to this instructional video and see if the tactic described therein works for you. For a definite and permanent fix, please request a service appointment as there is possibly a Technical Service Bulletin pertaining...

Hello. Moisture in the brake fluid is being boiled off as steam when your brake system temperature gets above 212 degrees (at sea level). The steam re-condenses as water in the system BUT air pockets can be created and remain...

The engine may be getting hotter from the CVT transmission overheating which causes the engine coolant to get hotter than it should. The manufacture has a technical service bulletin to add a transmission external cooler and clean out the cooler...

Hello, thank you for writing in. The vehicle goes into "limp mode", or your model's version of, when it is at risk of becoming damaged. This is a good thing, and it will protect your engine from having worse issues...

Hi there. Your Silverado problem could be multiple fuel delivery or ignition timing components that are either damaged, or you have faulty electrical connections powering or monitoring them. The best thing we can offer is to have a professional mobile...

Thanks for writing in about your 1998 Chevrolet C1500 Suburban. I would want to diagnose the brake pedal switch first so I wouldn't replace one that is working fine. A technician using scan tool will easily be able to see...

This vehicle may have a wire harness issue of bad crimps on the connectors to the cluster, engine control module (ECM), and other areas that can cause these intermittent failures. The codes you are receiving are most likely the...

If the noise is heard when turning it could be the strut tower bushings. These are rubber bushings that ride on a bearing. They insulate the strut from your vehicle and aid in turning. Over time dirt gets between the...

The radio is most likely the cause, since the preview channel should stay on if it was working like it should. The radio is capable of storing codes if it runs into any errors. It will need to be scanned...