There is the possibility of a deeper electrical problem like a broken wire or corrosion inside a wire that may be very difficult to pick up on. Have an automotive technician experienced in diagnosing electical bugs dig out the problem....
Hi There, It depends on the maintenance history of the vehicle. If this is a vehicle that has been regularly maintained with relatively no issues, an inspection may not be necessary, however this is more of a judgement call. An...
It could be that you have a lock actuator that is jammed. The actuators can operate the locks, but are also moved by the key in the lock. when they become jammed everything just stops working. There isn't much that...
There are a few different components that can cause these issues. The main one is the vehicle speed sensor (VSS). This is located on your transmission, and communicates to the engine what speed the transmission is receiving. The VSS also...
The best place to find the answer to this question is at an auto parts store. You will need to find someone willing to help you identify substitute compressors. I am assuming you are wanting to use a used unit...
Hi there. Under most circumstances, a new clutch is typically adjusted after an initial break in period, so it's quite possible that your stiff shifting issue is due to a minor clutch adjustment. It's also common for professional mechanics to...
If the issue seems to be in time with the crank pulley, then it may be a timing issue. This engine tends to have a history of misfire issues, typically from bad coils. I typically start by scanning the computer...
Hello! A window losing operation can be the result of a failed window regulator and motor assembly. Have a mechanic inspect for electrical faults concerning the window first. Are both front headlights and tail lights not turning on? This may...
Hi Edgar. Thanks for contacting us today. Honestly, there are probably multiple problems with your Jaguar S-Type that are leading to all these symptoms. Some of the common reasons why an engine would stumble, or cut off while driving or...
The cost depends on which seal is leaking. If, for example, the leak is at a transaxle output shaft seal, you can input your year, make and model at the service page for axle shaft seals to obtain a quote....
The outlet from the transmission is plumbed to the top radiator connection. The bottom port on the radiator goes to the inlet (return) on the transmission. The return port in the transmission will have an internal check valve for identification....
Hey there. The fact that the ABS and 4WD service lights came on means there is a fault code stored that may shed some light on those problems. Commonly when the ABS and 4WD lights come on together, the problem...
A slight hissing sound that may increase in frequency as the vehicle speed increases may be from the brake lining wear indicator. The noise can start as a slight hiss or scratching noise and turn into a squeal as the...
There are a number of things that may cause the car to hesitate when accelerating such as low fuel pressure, a dirty or faulty mass air flow sensor, clogged or dirty fuel injectors, a faulty throttle position sensor or potentially...
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Hi there. Check to see what Engine Light code is stored first to determine what needs to be repaired. There are 21 different codes that are the basic symptoms for a vehicle with not starting and loss of power that...
Hi there. You will have to remove the master cylinder and all of the engine components that are in the way of the brake booster. Then the bolts on the inside of the cab will need to be removed to...
Hello, thanks for writing in about your 1991 Volvo 740. I would suggest checking all of the speaker wire connections as these often times run underneath seats and sometimes have more than one connection to get to the stereo. It...
When you are experiencing problems with starting your vehicle, we first want to address the life of the components that aid in starting the vehicle up. It was mentioned that you have a new ignition system installed and that it...
A radiator and radiator hose is typically a relatively inexpensive fix, however you may want to consider having an inspection done on the vehicle to be sure there are not other issues that may be present. I would suggest checking...
To resolve this, the trouble codes will have to be downloaded, interpreted and followed up on in terms of performing specific diagnostic tests. To obtain the stored codes, I would recommend requesting a check engine light diagnostic and the mechanic...
Hi There, Depending on the year, make and model of the car, it may or may not run this way. Theoretically, on an older car, you can drive for a while once the engine is running, you'll just be without...
Hi Jervon. Thanks for contacting us tonight. While installing spark plug wires incorrectly can cause misfiring, it's quite possible that you had an existing vacuum leak. It's also possible that the vacuum leak may have been caused while you removed...
The suspension would need to be changed over with a kit like at this web site [ http://www.roverparts.com/Parts/9520LB ] The cost for the parts is almost $700 and you are looking at approximately 8 hours labor to install the kit....
