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Unfortunately, the flow sensor is not serviceable on a do it yourself basis because the refrigerant has to be evacuated. Don't even think about trying it if you have never worked on a/c because you run a substantial risk of...

It sounds like you have a ground issue, this is assuming that the battery you installed was installed correctly and of the same size and amperage rating. Check the negative battery cable and see that it is clean and tight...

Hello. Sometimes there are torque specs that are required for tightening the rod bearings. If they are too tight or too loose, it could prevent the car from starting. I would check a Chilton Manual for the proper specs for...

The codes listed indicate that your vehicle is running lean, and that there is a problem with the air fuel ratio sensor's signal and heater circuit. These are probably related to the misfire that you are experiencing. I would recommend...

You first want to want to make sure that all electrical connectors at the throttle body are dry, free of corrosion and dirt, plugged in and making secure contact, particularly if you removed any during the service. Make sure none...

Hello. This can be caused by a number of things. I usually install a scan tool first to see what the sensors are reading. Most of the time this is caused by a leaking intake manifold gasket. This is a...

Your car is equipped with wheel speed sensors at each of the four wheels which monitor wheel speed while relaying this information simultaneously to the ABS and traction control system which are controlled by the car's ECU. When the ECU...

Hello. The symptoms you are experiencing can commonly caused by wiring or electrical issues. A loose, damaged, or broken wire at one of the engine management system's vital components could suddenly cause the vehicle to stall if it disconnects or...

Hi there. When the fuel pump was replaced they would have had the tank opened up and should have noticed the water at that time and cleaned it out. If there is indeed water in the fuel then the tank...

Two things come to mind. A worn clutch or a bad slave cylinder. If there are no hydraulic leaks visible, the issue is most likely a worn clutch. If this the case, the clutch along with the pressure plate, throwout...

The antilock brake system (ABS) Warning Light is located on your instrument control panel. This alert illuminates when there is a problem with your ABS system, which is a key component in your brake system. However, sometimes the ABS Warning...

The fault is probably engine related. Loss of power on acceleration can be due to plugged fuel injectors, faulty oxygen sensors, fuel pump and/or filter, vacuum leaks including that caused by a faulty EGR system, ignition system malfunctions, bad valve...

Hello, thank you for writing in. There are a large number of reasons why the check engine light would come on. To find out what the warning is trying to tell you, you need to have it scanned for diagnostic...

The VTEC ECU (OBD-II) is not compatible with the D15B7 engine which is based on OBD-I standards. There is no way to flash re-program your existing ECU to fully "recognize" the older (D15B7) engine. Consequently, if you want to keep...

The first thing to check is the fluid level. Your car does not have a dipstick, it will need to be jacked up to do this. Is your Check Engine Light on? Some transmission trouble codes will put it in...

Hello. When this happens it is an indication that the gears in your differential are worn out and need to be replaced. To repair this issue, the differential will need to be rebuilt or replaced. This should be done by...

Hi there, thanks for writing in. I recommend you check out our article here on how to get rid of a smell in your car. Cigarette smell can be difficult to remove from certain materials: cloths, carpets, and even the...

Hi Jay. Thanks for sending the question tonight. Assuming that the original OBD-II trouble code was removed after replacing the O2 sensor, I would assume that the electrical harness has either a fray or a poor connection to the sensor...

I can comment on the need for the ecu, without knowing if they in fact damaged it or not. I can say that it is possible to damage any vehicle electronics when working on or near any power source such...

You should make sure you are not low on coolant and the engine is not overheating. If you are, then do not drive the vehicle until it is diagnosed or severe engine damage may happen. The battery light may have...

You may have a bad temperature blend door actuator for the left side vents. You should also have the complete system checked to make sure you are not low on refrigerant since the left side will be warmer than the...