If you have a leak from the front transmission seal where the torque converter goes in is the seal for the front pump seal. This will cause the transmission to pump out the fluid. This will burn up the transmission...
If you have a need to have the ECM replaced then you will need to have one programmed for your vehicle and have the system integrated so all the modules talk to each other. This will require the computer to...
This will have to be inspected and diagnosed first hand to resolve as it is not clear exactly why the problem exists and the relevant sections of the Factory Service Manual are several pages long, too long to reproduce here....
Hello - first task is to retrieve whatever problem codes are tripping the Check Engine light. Most auto parts stores will do that for you for free. Without that info, I suspect you have a weak spark plug or ignition...
If the engine has high miles, I would first consider losses in cylinder compression as a possible cause of the degraded mileage. Other possibilities are a malfunctioning oxygen sensor (check output on an automotive scope) and a stuck open cooling...
Hello. If there has never been any accidents and that is what the computer is saying, then the computer would likely need to be replaced. The SRS module will fail over time and cause these readings to occur. If all...
Hi there: Before you have one of our mobile mechanics replace the crankshaft position sensor, you should have them complete a full check engine light inspection first. It's possible that the code being displayed on your code reader is caused...
Hi there - you don't indicate your mileage, but low compression may be a normal result of a high mileage engine, or a problem due to abnormal wear. Oil breakdown can cause excessive piston ring wear. Extremely lean mixtures can...
Hi there. We do not see many Peugeot Boxer's here in the United States as it's typically a UK vehicle. In general, when an automatic transmission slips, it's due to inner seal problems or hydraulic line pressure issues - due...
Unfortunately, there can be quite the variety of reasons why your 2007 Ford is making a clanking noise while turning. With such limited information it is very difficult to narrow down the possibilities to just one, however, a visual inspection...
Hi there. The smell would be the cabin air filter causing the odor to fumigate the area. Find the cabin air filter and replace the filter with a new one. Usually the filter is found in a trap door behind...
If your car is running hot when your air conditioning system is turned on then there may be a problem with the vehicle's cooling system. When the air conditioning is turned on, it puts an additional load on the engine,...
The Check Engine Light coming on is to alert the driver that the engine or powertrain is having a problem that it has detected. The light could be something simple like the gas cap was left loose to the engine...
VSC refers to vehicle stability control and any fault there can be diagnosed and repaired after the overheating and oil warning light are resolved. If the oil light you are seeing is the low oil pressure warning light, oil pressure...
What you are describing is due to a failure in the head gasket seal or there could be a crack in the block or head. Cylinder head gasket replacement requires strict adherence to Factory Service Manual specifications regarding block and...
There are multiple issues that can cause an engine to run rough and timing is one of them. However, confirming that the timing is off may take some extensive testing or removal of several parts of the engine to access...
You will have to start with an A/C service. An A/C service will recover your old refrigerant, pull a deep vacuum on the system, and check for leaks, if there are no leaks, the system will be filled to the...
Hello Melissa, thank you for writing in. We can absolutely help you replace the EVAP canister or other malfunctioning parts in the system. If there is a vacuum leak in the system, you will need to locate it. An EVAP...
Your car does not have the walk away door lock feature. You will have to press your door lock button on remote or door to lock the car. Make sure you do not have any extra remotes or keys in...
Hello, The thermostat regulates the flow of the coolant in your car's engine and controls when the coolant flows in and out of the motor from the radiator by opening and closing at specific temperatures. When your thermostat is not...
In today's vehicles, the majority of cars are able to go between 5,000-6,000 miles between oil changes depending on the health of the car's engine and assuming you are using a quality oil. For some, this is a matter of...
Hello. It sounds like you have a serious overheating issue. If the engine is losing coolant this fast then there is a serious issue. I usually check the cooling system for any eternal leaks first and if the issue is...
The best way to find TDC on your 2001 Ford Focus is to purchase a vehicle service repair manual for your car. This will give you the information you're looking for so you can make the repairs to your vehicle's...
The most important code here is the P0016. This code is telling you that the camshaft and the crankshaft are out of time and that could explain the misfires and the poor performance. The catalyst and the air injection codes...
