Sometimes, you may find the need for more room to load things into your truck. For this purpose, you can remove the tailgate. To remove the tailgate. Disconnect the tailgate in-line connector on the passenger side under the pickup...
At this age of the car, you will likely need a transmission rebuild. The bands that wrap abound the planetary gear assembly typically crack. Of course, checking the transmission fluid level and condition of the car while running in park...
A rocker switch is a type of on / off electrical switch that rocks back and forth on a pivot point between positions when pressed. When the switch is pressed, one side of the switch is raised, while the other...
If you check your oil dipstick and see that the oil level is at or below the minimum line, you can add a quart of oil yourself (make sure that you have your car serviced regularly to check for leaks...
Unfortunately, for this problem GM has a poor design. The entire coil unplugged is a whole assembly and you really can't check that thing individually because it has a sealed unit that goes on top. My advice is to have...
Hello - first task is to get the problem codes that may or may not be illuminating the Check Engine light. The Parking Assist issue is limiting engine power to avoid big power surges while parking. This may require service...
You most likely bent the wheel spindle or strut [https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/strut-assembly-replacement] causing the top of the wheel to bend in toward the strut spring. You should have the wheel, strut, lower control arm and spindle to identify what component get damaged....
Hi there. From the description you have provided, your vehicle overheating may be a combination of problems. The cooling system work you performed, replacing the radiator, the thermostat, the radiator fan switch and flushing the cooling system, should of taken...
Hello. We will need to observe several other factors in order to pinpoint what the issue is. When you say you are turning on the vents, what setting are you turning on when this happens? Is it all temperature settings...
This kind of repair will require a service manual with vehicle specific torque specifications and a step by step procedure. More or less, you have to start by remove the exhaust manifold and the head. This will include indexing components...
After doing my research on your vehicle, I see that most people use regular gas(87) in their Pontiac Vibes. You should be getting around 22-27mpg. The better the gas you use the cleaner the gas will burn. I did read...
If the problem started before you adjusted the mixture but adjusting the mixture allowed you to get the vehicle started, the problem is probably fuel related. You can test fuel pump output and pressure to see if those are in...
Hi John. Thanks for contacting us tonight. The damaged steering pump o-rings or low power steering fluid indeed is a cause of the type of symptom you are describing. Although it might not be time to flush the power steering...
The non functioning reverse lights could be due to anything from blown out bulbs to a switch or wiring malfunction. That problem can be resolved if you request an electric problems inspection. With regard to the loss of power, inasmuch...
All of your car’s electronic systems use fuses to protect against over voltage situations. If there wasn't a fuse in place, a power surge could destroy an accessory. With a fuse in place, those aren’t a problem. When a power...
Hello, and thank you for writing in. Without the shifter registering that it is in park, the neutral safety switch will prevent the vehicle from starting. This is to assure the vehicle does not start while it is in gear...
Your car is equipped with an auto-off feature that turns the headlights off after a specific period of time. This is an important safety system that helps prevent the chance of leaving your headlights on and thereby draining your battery...
Hello! Behind the headliner and sunroof switch is the sunroof motor. Near the gears of the sunroof motor, there is a little slot where you can stick a screwdriver into a hole and manually close the sunroof. If you need...
This may be a sign of low transmission fluid or 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...
During one of the no start incidents, you can check for ignition and fuel pressure (including injector operation). Electrical components will sometimes cut out as heat builds (coils, for instance). But, if you test the appropriate components during the period...
This may very well be caused by the uneven wear on the front tires. When uneven tread is subjected to various road conditions or braking power, this will definitely cause a vibrating or shaking feeling. This may also be caused...
The most common cause for this hard or no start after getting fuel is the purge valve is leaking fumes to the engine while fueling the vehicle. You should first have any computer codes checked by scanning the computer and...
The ignition coils do not have anything to do with the function of the transmission. The symptoms you describe suggest you may have a failing transmission control solenoid or a failing transmission control module. As you know, automatic transmissions use...
Hi there. The code P0500 is in reference with the vehicle speed sensor. The possible causes that contribute for this code to appear are: The vehicle speed sensor (VSS) is not reading properly There is a broken or frayed...
You need to change both. My advice is not to have them turned because if you have rotors made out of steel and they warp, and you turn them the other way to make them flat then they are thinner....
