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If the door is not opening, then either the linkage has become disconnected or there is an issue with the door latch itself. The door panel will need to be removed so the linkage can be inspected. The latch may...

Hello! From your description, it sounds as if you have a hydraulic issue. I suggest that a technician drive the vehicle to perform a clutch performance test. The clutch performance test will help indicate whether the clutch itself is faulty, or...

The automatic climate control feature controls all of the climate controls for you, based on a temperature you set. To turn on the automatic climate control, press the AUTO button, and then set the temperature. Press AUTO a second time...

I will assume you are trying to remove the sensor yourself. The location of the oxygen sensor beneath the car allows rust to take over much of the exposed metal binding some parts together. It becomes very difficult to remove...

First off, the P0174 code is for the system to lean, the P1860 code is for the TCC solenoid electrical system. The P1860 code points to possible transmission issues. The acceleration issue could be due to many different items...

Many vehicles are equipped with a belt drive system to run the accessories. Some vehicles have an adjustable belt tensioner which can be used to tighten the adjustment on a loose drive belt. In other cases an automatic tensioner is...

Hello! I suggest that the crank and camshaft sensors are tested by a computer or multimeter to verify if they are at fault. If they are not at fault, I would look towards other things, such as a clogged fuel...

Hello! A slave or master cylinder malfunction will not cause a no start condition. I suspect there may be an issue with the clutch pedal sensor. The sensor is made to disable the vehicle from starting until the clutch is...

Hi. The car's computer should be able to detect these shorts and should have a code stored in memory with some more information about what is going on. Typically, a ground connection somewhere has become loose or completely disconnected, reattaching...

Hi. You should have this inspected soon as there could be costly damage as a result. Over time the mounts that hold the exhaust system and muffler can become loose allowing them to swing around or drop lower than intended....

Hi there. Many components make up your cooling system. If any of these components are not functioning properly it will cause your vehicle to overheat. If your vehicle is not leaking any coolant chances are that your radiator fan(s) are...

The typical cause for many vehicles to start running rough is an out of tune ignition system. spark plugs are wear items that need to be maintained. The spark plugs receive the ignition spark from the coil pack which is...

Hi there. The computer could be putting the vehicle into limp mode due to an issue that may be happening and reduces the engine performance. Check the battery, alternator, and all of the sensors on the engine and make sure...

The grinding noise could be anything as simple as a rock stuck in the backing plate behind the brake rotor to the wheel bearing. The steering wheel shake could be related, but the most common issue is an out of...

Hello. Anytime you smell gas coming from your vehicle, it is a serious issue. Gas fumes are highly flammable and can easily catch fire. Gas fumes may also make you feel dizzy or light headed. Both can make operating a...

When the on-board diagnostic system picks out specific cylinders for misfires, the ignition and fuel delivery systems must be inspected. A misfire on a single cylinder may involve the spark plug or fuel injector related to that cylinder. In the...

Hi. This sounds like the water pump is not circulating the antifreeze in the engine. When a water pump stops circulating the antifreeze as well as it should the car tends to run hot when it is at idle and...

I would first look at the window regulator to ensure the linkage isn't tied up or tangled or broken in some way. Also, check for the correct power and ground at the switches and the motor. This will show if...

The front end of the vehicle uses many components to ensure a good ride and decent handling. The suspension system ball joints or sway bar end links can become worn over time and allow for extra movement. This can be...

The best course to start the diagnosis is to have the aftermarket alarm removed and the vehicle put back to original factory specification to see if the aftermarket component is the cause of the failure. You may need to enlist...

You will need to have the brakes checked to see why the brake pressure is staying applied to the front calipers. It sounds like the brake master cylinder is not returning. There is a recall for the vehicle brake master...

The battery in the keyless remote may be dead and will need to be replaced to see if this cures the problem. If you have a second one then try it and see if it works. If neither work then...

Hello, this happens a lot on this vehicle. This is a problem with the security system. The issue is not actually the security system but the computer CAN communication lines. These lines can have a poor connection causing the computer...