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The speedometer is controlled by the PCM (Powertrain Control Module). The PCM receives data from the ABS module then sends it to the instrument cluster. In all, there are three modules, and a VSS (Vehicle Speed Sensor) involved with the...

This change oil soon light is telling you it is time to get the oil and filter changed. Whoever changes the oil and filter for you will need to reset the light for you so you can start fresh until...

Code P0327 stands for knock sensor bank 1. Some of the common causes for this code are: a problem at connector C627 or C636, a problem with the power train control model (PCM) or a problem with the knock sensor...

Generally, a simple rebuild would include things like replacing rings, bearings, gaskets, having a valve job done and potentially replacing pistons and/or boring if needed, however even with doing much of the work on your own, you will likely be...

Assuming that no wiring was damaged during the install of the aftermarket lights, (i.e., cut insulation causing a short to ground), if the fuse started blowing right after the install that means the LED assembly is drawing more current than...

The throttle position sensor is designed to monitor the position of the throttle butterfly valve in relation to the throttle pedal position. If the engine runs rough when it is plugged in and runs fine when it is unplugged, then...

Hello. There are a few problems that can cause this. If there is the correct fuel pressure and if there is compression, then the sensors need to be checked with a scan tool to see if any of them are...

Hi there, thanks for writing in. There are a lot of possible causes of this. Most of the time it is caused by a fuel system issue. When you get smoke like this it is usually caused by excessive fuel...

The accessory belt is used to turn any accessory by the crankshaft of the engine any time the engine is running, without having a direct mechanical connection. The belt is used by the engine to turn all the accessories at...

Yes they do. I have a lot of customers that have had them go bad, and usually it was before 100,000 miles. Don't buy the Hummer. They have all kinds of problems. That's one of the reasons they stopped making...

A possible reason the car is not shifting well now is the transmission fluid is at the wrong level, in addition to the transmission fluid being contaminated with engine oil. First, check the level and see if the level is...

Hi Tyler. It's very difficult to determine a part name without seeing it. Unfortunately, since we can't have images attached through this platform, it's also hard for us to review it. One thing you could do perhaps is to take...

Your CD player definitely should not be running after the key is off and out of the car. It will certainly drain your battery. So the good news is you can be reasonably certain about what is killing your battery....

Hello. Unfortunately if the timing belt brakes it is not usually as simple as just installing a new one on this vehicle. Most of the time when the timing belt brakes on this engine the pistons will contact the valves...

You will need to take it to the dealer for them to flash the engine control module (ECM) per technical bulletin 18-001-08. A reprogram is needed to correct the ECM programming for the proper cluster speed readings. You have to...

It appears that you may actually be experiencing two different issues with your Mustang. I do not believe the two are related so we will look at each concern independently. In regards to the rear window defroster, it is quite...

Hi there, from the symptoms you have described, it sounds more like a fuel issue. Either the fuel pump is failing and not pumping enough fuel into the engine, or some component such as a coolant temp sensor or fuel...

Hi there: Once the vehicle starts, the job of the battery is pretty much done; which means if you're having issues with the vehicle shutting off, it's most likely caused by ignition system components; such as a the distributor or...