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The best thing to do is cross reference the part number with the dealership and the parts store. Keep in mind, the part number on your jeep is from the dealership and not a local parts store. So if you...

There are multiple issues that can cause an engine to run rough and timing is one of them. However, confirming that the timing is off may take some extensive testing or removal of several parts of the engine to access...

If you've had brake work done recently, and the result is noisy brakes, you need to take the car back to the shop that did the brakes. It's not that unusual for new brakes to make new noises and they...

All of these problems are most likely not related to each other. The no start is the most serious and may be due to the fuel pump or ignition module not working. You will need to have the vehicle scanned...

If only one window is not operating correctly, I would suspect a failed motor and/or regulator. When the window switch is pressed, power is sent to a DC motor. The motor is attached to a scissor-type device called the regulator,...

Hello - the short answer is that repairing the case of a catalytic converter is not a good idea. With your mileage, the catalyst is likely at a very low efficiency point in its life. Also, the evidence of rust...

Prior to performing diagnostics be sure you have a fully charged battery that passes a load test. Then, confirm that the engine immobilizer system (security system) is not activated thus preventing the car from starting. Basically, if a fully charged...

You may have an issue with your battery. Batteries are measured in cold cranking amps which is the amount of amperage the battery can produce at 0 degrees. If the cold cranking amps of your battery are not up to...

There are several possible causes for a vehicle to crank and not start. There could be a bad fuel pump, faulty plugs, bad timing belt/chain, faulty ignition, failed camshaft/crankshaft sensor, or any number of other possible causes. It would first...

It seems as if your ignition switch is malfunctioning. Your ignition switch is the part that you stick your key into. This part is responsible for controlling different circuits based on the position of the key. It seems like the...

In order for the EVAP system to complete the drive test you need to be at a cruise steady speed with engine warm and no check engine light on. The actual speed is needed will be in overdrive above 45...

If you have never had the fuel injectors service or you are having problems that need the injectors flushed then it should be done. If you are not having any problems then running good fuel and additives in the fuel...

Hi there. The message could have came on for something that may have been active on the engine or transmission. If the light comes on again, then the computer (ECM) should store the events and you could have them read...

Hello - your symptoms, and the order in which they occurred, suggest that the alternator was not charging adequately (or the battery has failed), and the battery ran down over the course of a couple of days. I would have...

Hello. Backfiring can be caused by many things. A few common causes are low quality fuel or problems with the fuel, ignition issues, or a problem within engine management systems. If the vehicle is filled with low quality fuel, it...

Hello there. This sounds like there are a few different things going on. The temperature warning and the water pump were most likely related occurrences. The power steering could've also gone out if the belt that powers the power steering...

Depending on the severity of the heat damage, this may cause bearings to be damaged or destroyed which will ultimately cause many other parts to fail. If this is something that the dealership is responsible for, I would recommend having...

Hi there. An exhaust leak happens when your exhaust manifold: cracks, shifts out of place, or when the gasket does not longer seal against the engine. YourMechanic can diagnose this issue further in order to ensure correct part replacement. ...

Hi there: Most of the time when your car won't start it's due to a fault with the ignition or fuel system. If the issue is inconsistent as you've described, it's possible that you have a loose electrical wire that...

Hello, this sounds like a problem with the governor, perhaps the governor spring to be specific. If the spring breaks, it will not allow the 1-2 shift. The fluid leak is likely not a big deal on its own -...

Hi there. In order to provide you with an accurate quote, please fill out a request for an alternator replacement. Once we receive your data, we'll be able to send you an estimate.

There could be a hole in the intake air cleaner hoses or a drive belt that is loose causing the whirling sound. Try removing the drive belt and driving the vehicle for a short time. The battery light will come...

Once the relay and fuse have been checked and are working, the next thing to check is the controller for the fans that determines which fans operate and at what speed. There are several inputs to this controller: coolant temperature,...

Hi there. The fuel filter could be plugged up causing the demand for fuel flow to drop making the engine starve for fuel when running at a higher speed. Check the fuel pressure on the fuel rain and run the...