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The check engine light can come on for any number of reasons besides the coolant level. It's kind of a Master Warning Light. When it comes on, it means that the computer has detected a fault somewhere and has stored...

Hi there. You could remove the battery cables for 13 minutes and then put them back on. This will clear out the computer and have it relearn itself. Now if the light still comes on, then the security controller will...

Hi there. What diagnostic tests were performed on those parts before replacement? What were the results vs. the specifications? It almost sounds like either a coolant temperature sensor fault (there should be more than one) or a controller/computer fault. If...

During very hot weather, you may find that normal air conditioning operation doesn’t quite cut it. There are two ways that you can obtain maximum cooling with your car. Here’s what you should know: Auto: You can use the...

Anyone who’s ever used a radio in their life knows that reception can sometimes be a tricky thing. Here are the factors that affect the reception in your car: Distance: The farther you are from the radio station physically,...

I would recommend that you ask for help from a mechanic to properly repair your wiring. Once the wiring is repaired he can check to make sure that there are no more problems with your vehicle and that the wiring...

If the fluid level is correct, and there are still no forward gears, there is most likely a problem inside the transmission. Typically, if it were something outside of the transmission, both the forward and reverse gears would be affected....

Hello. If the battery light is on then that usually means that there is a charging system issue. It is typically caused by a bad alternator, but it can also be due to bad connections or an electrical failure in...

Hi there - your problem may be a weak fuel pump, and a bad starter solenoid (relay). The whine you now hear while the key is turned on is probably the fuel pump - a good sign. The fact that...

The airbag status Warning Light is located near the climate controls, and will let you know when the front passenger air bag is turned off. When the front passenger seat is unoccupied, or occupied by a child or child restraint...

You may have a couple of different issues going on here. This may be a sign of a weak battery, a failing voltage regulator or failing alternator. If the battery is weak but able to hold a charge, when starting...

If your car is equipped with a Cross Traffic Alert system, you may see two messages come across the central display. One should say “Vehicle coming from left” and the other will say “Vehicle coming from right.” Both of these...

There are a lot of malfunctions that can cause a car to overheat. Low coolant level, worn water pump, sticking thermostat, internally clogged radiator, externally clogged radiator, improper cooling fan operation, sludge coated water jackets, collapsed hoses or bad head...

Hi there. From the description you have provided, you've replaced the fuel pressure regulator, the fuel pump never shuts off and puts fuel in the throttle body, it runs until the fuel is gone, and the odometer has lines instead...

Hey there, thanks for writing in about your 1993 Ford Bronco. This is not common. You should have a lock that locks the adjuster in place after the alignment is done. It should not move once the lock nut is...

The feeling of a spongy pedal indicates old brake fluid and/or air in the brake system of your Navigator. While it was mentioned that the master cylinder was replaced three times, more information is still necessary for a proper diagnosis...

You may be right about some kind of drain, or it could be that the alternator is functioning, but is weak. Either way a charging system test should reveal the problem. A technician can hook an ammeter up to the...

Hi there. A crack in the oil pan will definitely cause a substantial leak on any engine. The most common leaks on this engine are the front and rear seals, but those are not typically too bad. If an oil...

Many modern day vehicles, especially ones manufactured after 2007, are equipped with a TPMS or tire pressure monitoring system. You will see a TPM system in vehicles manufactured before 2007, but this is the year it became mandated for all...

If you can select all other gears but 2nd, then the issue is likely to be internal to the transmission (as opposed to the clutch). To be sure, the external shift mechanism should be inspected but if that checks out,...

Hello. Typically when the reduced engine power light becomes a factor, the engine itself runs much slower and will lack power on acceleration. The vehicle needs to be scanned for diagnostic codes. From there the codes we already know are...

While Ford has made it as simple as possible to connect a portable music player to your car’s radio, there are a few problems that might crop up. Follow the tips below to troubleshoot the system: Make sure you’re...

Your car’s audio system is capable of recognizing MP3 files and folder when loaded on a CD-R or CD-RW. It offers two different ways to play those files: Track Mode: This is the default method. The system will automatically...