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You need to check to see if the corrosion is causing a no connection from the battery to the main power supply. The corroded cable may need to be replaced.

Hi there, thanks for writing in about your Volvo. There should be specific alpha numeric "codes" displayed on the Code Reader. Do you see/have those "codes"? These will help pinpoint any faults and assess the issue. I would recommend having...

Check the Steering Lock Module for faults. This component is tied into the vehicle security system (including your ignition key), and appears to have either failed or is not sync'ing correctly with the key and security system. A professional mechanic,...

You will need to have the computer tested to find out what codes are stored in memory and then have those codes tested to find out why the check engine light and EPC light is on. A mechanic like one...

Hi There, What you are describing sounds like potentially a faulty transmission control solenoid. As you know, automatic transmissions use pressurized hydraulic fluid to change gears. Every time a gear change is required, the car's computer activates a transmission solenoid,...

You should either visit your local parts store to purchase the oil and filter for your vehicle or have a mechanic like one from YourMechanic come and perform the service for you. The engine will use 0w20 oil and filter...

Hi Love. Thanks for contacting us today. On many modern cars, trucks and SUV, there is a reduced power warning light that illuminates typically when the symptoms you are describing occur. If this warning light did not illuminate on your...

Hello - yes, low oil pressure and high miles can certainly product a metallic clattering from the timing chain set, as well as knocking noises from worn connecting rod bearings and crankshaft main bearings. If you are getting low oil...

This sounds like potentially a blown head gasket unfortunately. I would definitely not start or drive the car any longer until having it checked by a mechanic. When this happens, the gasket between the cylinder head and the engine block...

The vehicles suspension system is made up of many components and to keep noise down. Many of them use rubber bushings. The soft rubber bushings do eventually wear out and may cause some misalignment. This may explain the noise while...

This may be a sign of a vacuum leak. High idle speeds or in some cases rough idle, stalling and hissing sounds are common signs of a vacuum leak. When a vacuum leak is present in an engine, this causes...

Hello. Typically the heater control valve is in the underhood area mounted near or on the engine compartment firewall. In that location just look for the valve plumbed into what are typically 3/4 flexible rubber heater hoses (often "molded" hoses),...

The speedometer receives a signal from the vehicle's speed sensor. A malfunctioning speedometer is often connected to some malfunction with this sensor, or the vehicle computer. Have a mechanic, like the experts housed here at YourMechanic, inspect these systems for...

Hi there, thanks for writing in. I'd be happy to try to help. I'm curious to know if other symptoms are present before isolating what's going on. The truck shutting off can happen for a variety of reasons. When this...

If your radiator was leaking, there are good chances that your engine overheated. Not knowing the vehicle history on the frequency of oil changes can make it difficult to diagnose over the internet. Oil changes should be performed every 3,000...

Hi there - yes, the "D" unit is an updated steering rack ("F" updated models are already available, so the updates continue). However, remember that this is electrically power-assisted, and there is a software component to the equation. If you...

If your manual says to change the oil at 8000 miles then this is the official manufacturer recommendation. You have the choice to change the oil and filter sooner, but you will still need to monitor the oil level every...

I would imagine that the camera is supposed to be mounted to the rear view mirror as a dash cam. Dash cams are good in the event that you are involved in an automobile accident or if someone attempts to...

Hello, There are a few things that can cause the car to jerk like this. One of these is a dirty or faulty mass air flow sensor. The mass air flow sensor monitors air intake as it is mixed with...

If the battery is discharging while the vehicle is "off", and/or where you have commanded all circuits "off", that means that there is a phantom load somewhere in the vehicle electrical system. A contributing factor could be a faulty charging...

You have a newer type "electro-mechanical" type steering system. Noise is typically a sign of failure so obviously there is something wrong in the steering system. If there is abnormal, marked noise in the steering system, a mechanic would simply...

Hi There, This can happen for a number of reasons, however the most common reason this can happen is low tire pressure causing an imbalance in the front tires which causes the lower pressure tire to pull the car to...

Unfortunately, the cause of your concern cannot be determined without visual inspection and further testing. While it is possible that your throttle position sensor may be faulty, it is more than likely that it could be a wheel speed sensor...