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Hello there, many faults will cause your 2005 AWD malfunction light to be on in your 2005 Ford 500. The most common faults are the shift linkage, low fluid level, or a wiring harness fault. A qualified technician, such as...

Hello. The oil filter on your car is located under the vehicle right next to the oil pan. It is a small canister shaped filter housing. You may have to remove the lower splash shield on your car if it...

The “Windshield Washer Fluid Level” Warning Light indicates that the level of windshield washer fluid is low and should be added to the windshield washer fluid tank as soon as possible. Windshield washer fluid is a mixture that contains both...

The most likely cause of the belt falling off would be a damaged pulley. It's possible that one of the police has been seized up due to lubrication in the bearing drying out. It's also possible that one of the...

There is a common issue among vehicles of this year model with the throttle position sensors on the throttle bodies. The reduced engine power warning may have also illuminated the Check Engine Light and stored a faults code. I suggest...

It's possible that the seller eliminated the catalytic converter and along with it the downstream oxygen sensor, which is illegal by the way, and also guarantees a fail in any jurisdiction where emissions testing is mandatory. Unfortunately, an as bad...

Your car’s Anti-Theft system provides important protection from would-be thieves. Once the system is armed, it could be triggered by several different actions. Here’s what you need to know to both ensure that your system is working properly and preventing...

This may be a sign of low fuel pressure, a failing mass air flow sensor or potentially a clogged catalytic converter. As you may already know, the catalytic converter converts toxic exhaust gases into less harmful pollutants that are suitable...

Having symptoms such as this after having something like a throttle body replacement definitely suggests something went wrong with the installation, but not necessarily so. Coincidences happen every day in automotive. If I were working on this vehicle, I would...

Hello. The first thing to check is what problem codes are setting the Check Engine light. The throttle position sensor, a clogged fuel filter, or dirty throttle body could produce the symptoms you describe. Most auto parts stores will read...

Hello, thank you for writing in. There is a solenoid near the shifter that is called the interlock solenoid. It relates to the brake switch, and is part of what allows you to move out of park when you push...

This problem is a very common problem with this vehicle and other owners have had this complaint also. The most common problem encountered that will cause this problem is a fuel pump in the fuel tank not holding fuel pressure...

Hello. If your car is making a popping or clicking noise when turning right, then the right side axle is likely the source of the issue. Axles will begin to make noise during turns when the CV joint has worn...

Hello. There are a few things that can cause this. If the smoke is white then you may have a blown head gasket. This is a common failure on this vehicle, especially if it has ever overheated. If the smoke...

Hello. I would not recommend having this done as the cost to do this (absent a free motor and labor), will likely exceed the value of the car. You may want to consider selling the Hyundai and purchasing the Toyota...

As a general rule of vehicle warranty, you cannot modify your vehicle's exhaust system if it involves any smog-related component, such as catalytic converters, while your vehicle is still under an emissions warranty. Emissions warranties are valid for a longer...

This may suggest the transmission synchros may be wearing out. Your transmission has small gear synchronizer rings that help to move the transmission in and out of the various gears. When these begin to wear out, you may notice it...

If you are losing all battery power intermittently but your car's battery is testing good, check the battery clamp connections to the cables for corrosion. The cables will show green tinted corrosion at or near the connections where the cables...

Hi there, and thanks for asking about the problem with your 2016 Lexus RX450H. This doesn't sound like a tank problem, but rather the scenario where the tank includes 2 fuel gauge sensors, and 2 fuel pumps - a fairly...

Hello. If the P0151 code persists after replacing the oxygen sensor, then it may be possible that the issue is with the wiring. If there is any damage or wear to the oxygen sensor connector or wiring there may be...

The switch internals of one or both switches are faulty or there is a bad connection to the switches. To resolve this, the switches have to be removed from the door so that you can get access to the terminals....

I think you mean that the tachometer is going up and down, not the speedometer. If the tachometer is going up and down and then the engine stalls, it's an indication that the engine has a major vacuum leak...

The vehicle's engine may be starving for fuel. The fuel pressure would need to be checked to see if it is within specifications, and the fuel filter and pump may need to be replaced; a mechanic will be able to...

Typically, a coolant flow issue can cause the temperature to climb while driving. A clogged cooling system or a partially opened thermostat can cause this. A cracked head gasket is a possibility but with the age and mileage of the...

Hi Cory. I watched the video, but it was very difficult to pinpoint a unique rattling sound that wouldn't possibly be caused by driving on the gravel. In some cases when you drive on rough roads, a rattling sound will...