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The starter isn't the only portion of the starting system that must be operating properly for your engine to crank. The battery and the rest of the starting circuit must be in operating properly, too. In addition, an engine mechanical...

The powertrain control module (PCM) turns on the check engine light when it detects a problem in one of the onboard systems. At the same time it also stores a diagnostic trouble code (DTC). These codes help technicians diagnose problems...

Hello you have two concerns going on here. Lets start wit the P0410 for the secondary air injection. Start by checking the fuses. You should hear the pump come on within the first few minutes of start up. If the...

Hello and thanks for writing in. It sounds like you may have a misfire of some kind that may be causing the shaking and lurching at idle. Engine misfires can be caused by many different problems and are generally caused...

Flickering lightbulbs are usually caused by a loose connection try wiggling the connector of the problem bulb to see if thats the problem, a partially broken wire would also cause this symptom. Have a mechanic come an inspect and repair...

Hi - yes, you could have worn belts, or a weak tensioner, allowing the belts to slip. I would recommend replacement of the belts and tensioners by a mobile, professional mechanic, such as one from YourMechanic, who will come to...

A low rattle sound in the engine could be a symptom of failed crankshaft bearings. It could also be a symptom of a simple pulley bearing going bad for your serpentine belt. I would ask for help from a mechanic...

If your car is cranking but doesn't start, that points toward a spark or fuel delivery problem because there is only three basic requirements to run spark, fuel and compression. Have a certified mechanic inspect for fuel pressure spark and...

The problem sounds like you may be having an A/C clutch cycling out due to being low on refrigerant. Another possibility is that the system is overcharged and is putting a large load on the engine, and then kicks out...

This is a sign of a blown head gasket. When your car overheats and causes the cylinder head gasket to become compromised, this can cause a leak at the combustion chamber (which is also an area where coolant and oil...

It sounds to me like the engine might have drivability problems and the load from the transmission is overcoming the engine power at idle. Have a certified mechanic who is familiar with older carbureted engines inspect the timing and check...

Do not drive your car in this condition, have a mobile mechanic come inspect your car to inspect the damage. The hydraulic master cylinder is the heart of your brake system, it provides flow to the brake calipers and rear...

Hi there. The sound that you are hearing is the clutch clicking and not engaging. One of the pressure plate springs has broke causing the noise to appear under a load. This could have happened the last time that the...

Hi There, If you have a bad catalytic converter, this may definitely cause the symptoms you are describing. A clogged or failing catalytic converter can cause the vehicle to have poor fuel economy. As you may already know, the catalytic...

This may be due to a lack of brake fluid or potentially brake pads needing to be replaced. Your brake reservoir has a sensor in it that detects the brake fluid level and relays this to the computer. When the...

There are a couple different types of transmissions that came on the Pacifica and one has a dipstick on the left side and the other needs a special tool to check it since it does not have a dip stick....

It is normal for the engine to rev a bit higher than normal when a car first starts up. But, after a few seconds it should come back down to normal. In cold weather, it might stay high for a...

Hello. From what you describe it would appear that the vehicle is experiencing more than one issue. The first thing I would address is the alternator, as a faulty alternator can leave the vehicle stranded if the battery dies. I...

Hi there. Without knowing the symptoms that are occurring with the car it will be hard to pinpoint what it is. Though it can be a fuel pump, those are not too common on this car. The majority of the...

Hi there. This does sound like a voltage issue. I would start by doing a load test of the battery and the alternator. Most of the time it is a battery issue. I would also check the connections at the...

Hello. The symbol that you are getting on the dash means that the computer has placed the engine in reduced power mode. This occurs as the engine computer tries to protect the engine from damage due to a condition it...