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This sound like you may be having an engine misfire. Have the system checked and scanned to see if codes are present for an engine misfire. If it is, then a mechanic can check to see if a coil or...

Hello. This may be related to either a bad ground connection from the battery or potentially a bad voltage regulator. The other end of the black battery ground cable should be connected to the chassis of the car firmly. If...

Usually when the power steering pump makes noise, it is caused by air in the system. It is possible that the inlet hose to the pump has a small leak, causing the pump to pull a small amount of air...

Hello, thanks for writing in. These types of issues can be frustrating and hard to diagnose. Most of the time though this will be caused by a fuel system problem. It can either be a failing inertia switch, a failing...

Hi Miko. Thanks for contacting us today. The first thing I would do is download any stored OBD-II trouble codes in the ECU. This might lead you to your random misfire issue. I wouldn't suggest replacing any sensors until you've...

The repair will depend on whether the arm detached and as a consequence got damaged. Also, detachment of the arm if the vehicle is moving can potentially damage other parts such as the mounting boss(es) on the frame that the...

Having a failure of the seal at the oil filter not only will allow the oil to leak but also to allow the oil pressure to drop as well. It is very possible based on your description that there may...

There are a number of Sprinter-specific issues to check here: make sure power door lock fuse isn't blown (safety interlock), check glow plug module, and make sure the ignition key hasn't lost its security setting (try an alternate, known good...

The Check Engine Light may have more to do with the engine than the temperature condition. The engine would need to be checked to see if the radiator is flowing coolant properly, and not partially clogged. The thermostat should be...

Hello, thank you for writing in. With full battery power, the battery may still be struggling to use that voltage and it may not be providing enough amperage to the starter. You should have the battery tested at an automotive...

While most modern cars are equipped with power windows, many vehicles will have manual windows. To use, simply turn the hand crank on each door counterclockwise to lower and clockwise to raise the manual windows.

Hi there. What you are describing is common with a broken strut mount, or tie rod bushings that are worn out. However, in some cases, it could be the tire itself that is cupping and causes a washboard-type sound and...

Hi, thanks for writing in. I'd be happy to try to help. It is hard to definitively diagnose what the issue is. At first it seems like a transmission issue. Automatic transmissions are rather complicated and can do strange things...

Depending on the engine maintenance that has been done on a regular basis you may need to have a diagnostic check done to check the condition of the ignition system, fuel system, and the computer sensors for an issue like...

Hello. Thank you for writing in. If the catalytic converter has failed then this was absolutely cause the engine to enter into limp mode. The engine cannot breathe so to speak, and it pushes what they call "back pressure" into...

Hi there. Ambient temperature can affect any number of electrical components. There could be a poor electrical connection in the power distribution center. The fact that the check engine light is not coming on once the engine does start leads...