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Hello there, many common faults will cause a wobble and thumping noise on your 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix. Replacing the hubs and the passenger side tire rod is a great place to start, but before any more parts are replaced...

Hi There, your turn signals and hazard lights share a lot of the same wiring so both of them quitting together is pretty common. You will want to check your bulbs first. I have seen bulbs blow at the same...

Without knowing which kit was used and how it was installed I will answer this the best I can. With any electrical parts, the most common failures are due to heat and corrosion. Any wiring should be sealed as close...

Hello. I am assuming that your motor mounts are collapsed since there is no Check Engine Light on.

The 1991 E250 Econoline does not use a fuse, but a blue fusible link wire that is off of the yellow wire, which comes off of the power side of the starter relay on the fender. This then goes straight...

While your Accord is designed to protect you against temperature extremes, it’s not airtight. That means humidity can rise in the cabin. To dehumidify the air, just follow these easy steps: Switch on the fan. Switch the air conditioning...

Hi there. Check the airbag sensor in the front end of the vehicle. Since the airbag deployed when you hit a deer, the airbag sensor had to be compressed to make this occur. Make sure that the battery is disconnected...

Hi. Your vehicle has a continuously variable transmission (CVT) and a shift interlock system. If you can move the gear selector through the options but the vehicle does not move, the problem is likely internal to the transmission. If you...

Hi Chris. Thanks for contacting us today. The problem with repairing a head gasket issue is that it's impossible to know what other damage has occurred inside the motor. Quite often a head gasket becomes damaged due to overheating issues....

Hi there. Most of the time the trac off will come on when there is a powertrain problem. This can be voltage related or it may have a crankshaft position sensor that is failing among other parts. I usually start...

Hi. Out of balance wheels are typically the most common cause for shakes or vibrations, but there are many other possible causes. They include, loose suspension/ steering parts, an engine misfire, or even a tire that has a bubble or...

The gauges in the center of your dash provide you with some pretty important information. The tachometer is designed to show you how fast your engine is turning, which is measured in revolutions per minute, or RPM. Note that this...

The battery and charging system should be evaluated first. However, if your battery is more than 5 years old, I would simply replace the battery outright before doing further diagnostics (which are still needed). Batteries are actually critical components of...

Hi there. From what you are describing, it sounds as if you might have a small exhaust leak, or perhaps a secondary belt (drive belt or power steering) that might be loose or beginning to wear out. Diagnosing a noise...

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...

There are a couple possibilities. It could be an instrumentation issue, but that is not that common. The most common issue for your car is head gasket failure. That can cause the problem your having by pumping hot combustion gases...

First I would like to apologize for the delay to your answer. I apparently did not click send when I first answered it. The oil leaking from your distributor is not likely to cause a no start condition. Your...

Greetings. Out of balance tires can cause some pretty terrible vibrations. Wheel mounting, the steering system, and front suspension should all be inspected over by a certified mechanic for any looseness or weak components. A trained technician, like the ones...

Hi there. The hinge mechanism is a common problem with these convertible tops. Your hinge may be worn out or another part of the hinge may be damaged. I recommend you have a mechanic, like one from YourMechanic, inspect your...

It's an old vehicle and depending on the mileage, that's probably pretty normal. As the engines get old, they are going to burn some more oil. If you don't see it leaking on the ground and dripping. Using a quarter...

Hi there. White smoke can come from the exhaust on this truck for a number of reasons. The most common cause is a failing fuel injector that is allowing excessive amounts of fuel to enter the engine. It can also...

While the information you gave is not enough for me to determine the cause of your problem, I can give you some advice on how to explain the problem to a mechanic, such as one from YourMechanic, that might be...

Hello. Obviously, there's an electrical issue. To rule out the simple and obvious possibilities have the battery load tested at a major, reputable battery store (this is a common test; they have the tester) to be sure the battery doesn't...