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If the heater hoses both are hot shows good flow through the heater core. The temperature control actuator is behind the glove box. You should operate the temperature control and see if the actuator is moving the blend door? If...

Head restraints serve an important purpose during accidents, as well as providing support for your head, neck and shoulders while driving/riding. Adjusting the head restraints ensures the best comfort and safety. Press the Release Button: Press the Release...

Hi there. There are some common issues that can cause this. I usually start by checking to see if the car needs a tune up. Worn out spark plugs can cause this. I usually also check the air filter and...

You should go ahead and replace the actuator first and then clear the codes and road test to see if the system operates correctly and if the code returns then you may have to have further diagnosis of the electrical...

This is a common issue for this generation of Highlander. The contacts in the hood latch for the alarm system wear out or otherwise get damaged through use. If the alarm computer is not sensing proper voltage through the switch,...

As the latches wear with use, the switch that turns on and off the light and door ajar gets worn contacts and the latches do not close the switch contact all the way. This is why you can push in...

Hello, and thank you for writing in. The vehicle is likely experiencing some kind of sensory error. It will need to have its computer scanned for diagnostic codes. If there are no codes present, you will want to look into...

You may have a stuck thermostat or cooling fan is not working. i suggest having the computer tested for codes stored and cooling system checked for fan operation when running hot. If fan is on when running hot then you...

Hello. If the Check Engine Light has come on for a faulty torque converter clutch solenoid, it is likely that the solenoid needs to be replaced. The torque converter clutch solenoid is an important part of the vehicle's transmission system,...

Hello, thank you for writing in. The system in your vehicle will not take "freon". While this is what a lot of people refer to refrigerant as, it is not the same. Make sure you have r134a type refrigerant in...

That hiss you hear is a vacuum leak. That leads to the hard brake pedal. Power brakes rely on vacuum to make braking easier. The vacuum leak has reduced vacuum within the brake booster and is making the brake pedal...

This engine has only one PCV valve and it is located in the oil fill tube. If you need help replacing PCV valve contact a mechanic like one from YourMechanic to perform any services you need.

Hi there: Inside the ignition lock cylinder is a series of tumblers and wafers that permit the key to push forward when they are aligned. The black residue on your key may be caused by these wafers being damaged...

Hi there, the first step would be reading out possible fault codes stored in both the engine computer and transmission computer with a scan tool. Next would be determining the nature under which the stalling occurs. Does it just stall...

The air conditioner specification label provides technicians with important information about the air conditioner, the type of refrigerant it uses and more. You can find the label on the underside of the hood on the passenger side.

Depending on how severe the idle drop is when putting the vehicle in gear, this may or may not be an issue of concern. Some slight drop in RPM is normal, but too much (i.e. more than ~250 RPM or...

In the area of the engine cowling, there is usually a network for air intake into the cabin. There are diverters built in to this network to ensure that only air, but not rainwater get into the vehicle. If rust...

Hi there. It sounds like you may have an oil leak(s). The smoke and smell you are experiencing is the oil being burned off by the engine and exhaust heat. The source of the leak may be slightly difficult to...

If you are able to put the transmission in reverse, but it just wont go and acts like its in park/neutral, you could be having internal transmission issues. There are many components inside an automatic transmission but things like a...

I'm not familiar with a pump assisting the system, but the master cylinder creates the hydraulic pressure needed to transfer power from your floor to the brake assemblies. A failing master cylinder can feel like a leak in the hydraulic...

Do try to get the car running soon because once you get in the three month plus range, any gasoline in the vehicle's fuel tank will go bad and that will create additional problems. Also, obviously, once you get the...

If you are referring to the CV axle seal that is within the side case of the transaxle (i.e., transmission fluid is leaking), the service to request to get that leak repaired is axle shaft seal replacement. It is a...

Hi Daniel. Thanks for writing in today to YourMechanic.com. Typically when you hear a whining or grinding noise while the clutch is not activated, it's caused by one of three possible sources. First, it's possible the flywheel has become unbalanced...

Hello There, It sounds like you may have two separate issues going on here. The squealing sound is likely your brake pads which have wear indicators on them that are designed to produce a squeaking sound signaling that it may...