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Hello. It sounds like the battery is dead and the alternator may not be charging properly. The first step would be to replace the battery. After that, you should have the charging system inspected to see if it would be...

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...

If the terminals are loose then try and tighten them. If they will not tighten up to the battery then the best way to fix them is to replace the entire cable assembly. If a less expensive repair is needed...

Hi there. I believe you may be correct about the alternator. Perform a visual inspection of the valve cover area above the alternator for oil. If there is oil leaking onto the alternator, this will need to be corrected as...

As you know, with any car the life expectancy of it depends largely on the maintenance schedule the owner has maintained, the driving conditions it is subjected to, the driving habits of the owner and many other factors. Often times,...

The best way to diagnose the type of issue your Hyundai is having is by beginning with using professional level test equipment to verify that the battery, charging system, and starter are all functioning correctly. These testers are widely...

You should first lift wheel off the ground and support it. Then try wiggling the tire up and down or side to side to see if you feel any looseness in the wheel bearing and hub. Then spin the wheel...

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...

Hello. There are mechanical parts in the seat that are stopping the seat from going down. If the seat is controlled by electricity, then those fuses could cause this problem. A certified technician can complete a diagnosis and will be...

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...

Hello. Check to see if there is a loss of coolant in the reservoir; this may be where the leak is coming from. Next, make sure that the cooling system is full, then have a qualified technician do a pressure...

There are a number of things that could cause this to happen in a vehicle with an automatic transmission like yours. It sounds like what you are describing is that the transmission is slipping slightly while trying to maintain a...

Hi, thanks for writing in. I'd be happy to help. This is a common symptom on many cars when what is called a mass airflow sensor is not working properly. This is a unit that monitors air flow intake as...

Hi there. Although a physical inspection would be required to confirm this, based on what you have described, it's quite possible you experienced a backfire, which might have caused damage to the throttle body and even the linkage. If the...

Hello there. I would need a better description of any symptoms your car is experiencing for more precise advice. There are at least eight sensors on the engine. The camshaft or crankshaft sensor are a couple of the most common...

Hello, thank you for writing in. There are several different systems that interact with the fuel system which effect fuel economy. The first that you will want to check is the ignition system. Make sure your spark plugs are new...

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...