Hi Kyle. I can't guarantee that you're good here. The oil pressure sensor gasket helps to maintain the seal when the engine reaches operating temperature and gets hot. When this happens, the metal between the sensor and the block tends...
The front air bags in your car are designed to provide important protection in the event of certain types of collision. Here’s what you need to know about them: Multiple Thresholds: Once, air bags only inflated. However, yours have...
You need to check to make sure the large power wire to the alternator is getting power. If it is not then you may have to check the wire from alternator to the battery fuse box for burned out wires...
This is likely an evaporation emissions system leak. All modern cars are equipped with an Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) system. The EVAP system prevents fuel vapors from the fuel tank from escaping into the atmosphere. The EVAP system collects and...
Hi. If by losing power you mean the car lacked power, it's unlikely the problem is with the charging system. Lack of power indicates an engine performance problem. This could be anything from a clogged catalytic converter to a worn...
If the vehicle is in drive and it will not move, then it may be a serious transmission failure. This is not uncommon on this vehicle. If the shifter feels a little looser than usual, then most of the time...
The scanner you have, and many other aftermarket scanners and those insurance devices that hook up to the OBD connector, are known to cause various problems that can arise way after the tools are removed. You should clear any codes...
I would recommend consulting a wiring diagram for this particular modification. Wiring diagrams are available in Chilton or Haynes service manuals. You can pick up one of these books at all of your local auto parts stores for the particular...
Hello. If the chip damage is already showing rust, you will want the hood properly re-painted, with rust-treatment of the damaged spots of course. The old adage "rust never sleeps" is true - if you have rust showing now, it...
The accessory belt is used to turn any accessory by the crankshaft of the engine any time the engine is running, without having a direct mechanical connection. The belt is used by the engine to turn all the accessories at...
The throttle position sensor is designed to monitor the position of the throttle butterfly valve in relation to the throttle pedal position. If the engine runs rough when it is plugged in and runs fine when it is unplugged, then...
The engine quit for a reason and I believe, from what you have stated, that a failed fuel pump caused the car to quit, unless there were other like overheating or engine noise before the stall. The engine in these...
If the truck is leaking after a radiator replacement then something may be loose. If the leak cannot be easily seen then I typically do a cooling system pressure test first to see if I can find the leak. Hopefully...
Hi there. You might have a blown high pressure hose from the pump to the steering rack. The fluid is getting onto the exhaust system and may pose a fire hazard. I recommend you do not drive the vehicle, for...
Hey there. This relates to a faulty output speed sensor inside your transmission. This is a unit that monitors the output speed of the shaft coming out of the transmission and relays this info to the transmission control module which...
You should first have the computer scanned to make sure the computer is not causing the no start and make sure the theft light does not stay on when key is in on position. If it does then the vehicle...
It sound like the Lucas stop slip only worked for a short period. You may now have a completely gone transmission clutch for the lower gears or an axle that broke completely. I would go with the transmission being bad....
Hi there. Costs will vary on repairing your Skyliner based on multiple factors ranging from parts needed to replace, location of the leak and access to the damaged component. However, it's possible that one of our mobile mechanics can come...
The check engine light (CEL) has to be working to pass inspection in most states. When you turn on the key before starting the car, it should be illuminated, as should most of the other warning lights on the dashboard....