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Hey there. You will need to verify whether or not the fuel pump is actually at fault before moving forward with repairs. This fuel pump is accessed under the rear seat through an access panel. If you have a bad...

Measure fuel pressure on the fuel rail. If the pump turns on, that's hopeful but it doesn't mean there is actual pressure. Also, check for actual injector operation using a noid light. Is there an actual spark at the spark...

There are many causes for a noise when turning. The most common would be the clock spring in the steering wheel, a front axle noise, or various suspension components. A qualified technician will need to test drive the vehicle to...

Your truck is equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System. This system lets you know when your tire pressure is getting low. To reset the Tire Pressure Monitoring System. Drive the vehicle over 20 mph for 2 minutes. Park...

Hi there. The problem with inconsistent issues like this is that in most cases, it will require a mechanic to replicate the symptom to determine what might be causing the problem. In most cases, what you are describing is typically...

Hi there: I'ts very common for an ignition cylinder to go bad over time and cause inconsistent operation of multiple electrical components including dash and parking lights. The best way to determine whether it's the ignition cylinder or assembly, or...

All modern cars are equipped with an Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) system. The EVAP system prevents fuel vapors from the fuel tank from escaping into the atmosphere. The EVAP system collects and temporarily stores the fuel vapors in the charcoal...

You have not specified whether the starter motor works "properly" or not versus a circumstance where the engine does crank well but just won't catch and run. By properly, I mean is the starter motor consistently turning the engine over...

Hello. The system is burning the wire connector due to the connection being weak and loose. The wire got hot and melted the first time due to a loose connection causing heat build up. You should also check the battery...

The Check Engine Light going on and off is most likely caused by an engine misfire. The intake manifold could be leaking vacuum when it is cold, and sealing up when the vehicle warms up. The engine running poorly...

Hi Justin. Thanks for contacting us today. Assuming you reprogrammed the throttle body to the ECU after replacing it, there are a few things that could be the source of your issues that the OBD-II trouble codes might help locate....

Hello, Engine mounts and transmission mounts are distinctly different components, although they both serve to achieve the same purpose which is to prevent excessive vibration. Engine mounts are more substantial in nature as they are designed to absorb vibration more...

The HVAC blower motor, if on during these episodes, could account for a noise like that. However, if the blower and all accessories are off, the noise is likely due to some sort of a malfunction in an electro-mechanical device...

There could be a wiring issue with the vehicle speed sensor from the computer to the speed sensor pigtail. If the wiring is good, then the PCM may not correctly configured for the actual tire size on the vehicle. If...

The gas caps are really common for the P0442 code. A gas cap costs like eight bucks. Get another gas cap and put it on and pray that it's that. Because if it's not that, it is generally time to...

A crank, but no start condition can be caused by many things. Depending on how strong or weak the vehicle is cranking, the no-start condition can be caused by a low battery, a problem with the fuel system, or even...

The VSA warning light means that there is a fault somewhere in the complex sensor system that makes the system work by regulating the engine's output and selectively applying braking. There are wheel speed sensors, brake pressure modulators, interconnecting wiring...

Hi there. Most of the time this occurs when the key fob battery gets low. If the battery is replaced then it should be fine. If the battery does not help then there may be a programming issue within the...

Hello, thank you for writing in. It is impossible to give a proper quote without knowing exactly what is wrong with the vehicle. Overheating may be caused by a clog, a bad water pump, a failed thermostat, or more complex...

Hi there. This sounds like there could be a potential problem in the power steering system. A shuddering/sticking valve in the steering rack, a weak power steering pump, or low fluid level may be the cause. For an issue like...

Hello. The torque specification for the inner tie rod on this vehicle is 74 foot pounds. Make sure that you properly lock the tie rod down also.

When you have cluster back exposed you need to recheck the bulb sockets and bulbs and test contacts for bulbs to make sure they get power and ground. The other lights and speedo and rpm gauges all use same circuit...

Although you can use a scan tool to erase trouble codes, and the warning lights will turn off, if there is an underlying fault the codes and the light will immediately return. The issue you are writing in about is...

Hello, thank you for writing in. There are several other tests that you will want to run on the vehicle, or have tested. To start, although you do hear the fuel pump running, the fuel filter or a line may...