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A common failure in your engine is the intake manifold and intake plenum gaskets. When this happens coolant will leak under where the throttle body is located. I would recommend having a certified mechanic, such as one from YourMechanic, inspect...

You will need to have the ignition system tested to look at the misfire data to find the exact cylinder coil that is causing the code. Misfire data in the computer memory will show the cylinder that is misfiring and...

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...

Hi, it sounds like a bad hub is making the squeak noise you hear. To repair this, jack the vehicle on jack stands. Spin the wheel while lifted in the air and see if you hear the noise. If so you...

The ticking noise may be from the valve train. Whenever there is inadequate oil in an engine, the valve train may run dry and that will cause noise. If damage occurs due to that lack of oil, the noise could...

You will need to have a mechanic or dealer that has the correct scanner that can communicate with your vehicle to run the DPF soot clean and reset procedure on your vehicle and reset the soot level to zero to...

The first issue is you overheated the engine because the cooling fan motor blew the fuse and the radiator split from getting overheated. You replaced the fuse and not the fan and should replace the fan motor also. You replaced...

Hi. The AC compressor runs off the serpentine belt which is driven by the engine. Therefore, turning on the AC puts a load on the engine. If there is a problem with the compressor, this may max the engine more...

Unfortunately, "used" and "reliable" are two words that typically don't go well together with European cars. They are expensive cars to repair and fix. A long time ago, the Volvos were good cars and a '93 240 wasn't a bad...

It’s important that you keep your tires at the right pressure, but it’s just as important that you regularly inspect them before you drive. Ford recommends checking them daily, and here’s what you should do: Visually inspect all four...

The vanity mirrors are located on the sun visors. To access the mirrors, fold down the sun visors, and pull up on the mirror cover, which is on the opened face of the visor.

You should have brake boost for a few moments after the engine vacuum drops off. Changing the brake booster check valve should have helped that unless there is a leak in the booster. A leak in the booster will introduce...

Hi there. Sounds like that the CV shaft is failing on that side of the vehicle. The outer bearing in the CV shaft is what you are hearing for the clicking sound. The bearing is probably dry and needs replaced....

Hey there, thank you for writing in about your 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. In accordance with the schedule of your vehicle the transmission fluid and filter should be changed every 50,000 miles. If you'd like to have your transmission fluid serviced,...

Hello, thank you for writing in. The vehicle goes into "limp mode", or your model's version of, when it is at risk of becoming damaged. This is a good thing, and it will protect your engine from having worse issues...

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 failure was most likely caused by water intrusion. Dodge has released customer satisfaction letter L04 that outlines the issue that you have experienced. The letter states that vehicles shipped to cold weather climates allow water ingression; thus causing wear...

You can try it but a new relay is pretty cheap and you'll spare yourself the question of whether it is good or not. If the fuel pump turns out to be bad, then I would put a new pump...

Many different problems can cause an engine to run rough and lack power. The first step is to retrieve the diagnostic code associated with the check engine light. This will provide a general idea of where to begin the diagnostic...

There may be trapped air in the cooling system. Air can get trapped if you drain coolant and then refill the system without purging. Trapped air can cause overheating by blocking coolant flow and can also faulty heater operation. Other...

You may need to have the key re-flashed to the car's computer. It sounds like every time you leave the car it has a problem re-associating itself with the car. I would recommend taking it back to the Chevy dealer...

Hi there. Your Silverado problem could be multiple fuel delivery or ignition timing components that are either damaged, or you have faulty electrical connections powering or monitoring them. The best thing we can offer is to have a professional mobile...

A number of components or faults can cause your issues. A vacuum leak can cause your issues. Depending on the vehicle, components such as the mass airflow sensor, throttle position sensor, coolant temperature sensor, and a number of others can...