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Hello. If the engine mounts are bad then they need to be replaced. Many times the vehicle will only need one mount if the issue was found early enough. If it was put off for a long time then that...

Hi there. Although we do not provide specific advice on mechanical issues due to aftermarket part accessory add-on's, it is quite possible that the addition of the amp switch, it's impacted the ignition system. I would start by verifying that...

Hello there. The seat track failure is a common failure. If the motor went bad, then it may be easier to just replace the motor itself. Seat tracks generally just bolt to the seat frame, if it does not bolt...

To find a way to decrease the delay for the lights, consult the owner's manual for the specific steps to change the delay. Otherwise, there may be a faulted circuit allowing a component to stay powered up with the ignition...

It is possible that your transmission can be malfunctioning. I would recommend having your transmission inspected by a qualified transmission specialist to determine the exact cause of this issue. If your transmission is stuck in the lower gears, this can...

Whether a jump start will start a car, or even power lights, depends on how good the connection is and whether or not other issues in the car's electrical system (such as a faulty battery to body ground cable). Also,...

If the car is missing an oxygen sensor, this needs to be addressed first. This can cause the computers to do all sorts of strange things. The PCM uses the O2 sensor to make most decisions for your car to...

Your car is equipped with a security system that turns off the fuel system if it detects that the car is being stolen. This can be caused by a key, the key sensor, or the antitheft module. The most common...

Hi there. Yes on the 2009 Jeep Patriot there are two thermostats. There is a thermostat for the main engine cooling system and a thermostat for the cylinder head cooling system. If you need assistance with changing out the thermostats,...

Hi there. It's possible that the TPMS is the source of your error codes and trouble's you're experiencing. However, it's also quite possible that the electrical harness connected to your ABS light is faulty; which could also illuminate the trouble...

Hello. From what you describe it would appear that your vehicle may be experiencing more than one issue. It is indeed true that the thermostat and coolant sensors are built into a housing, which will require replacement of the entire...

The noise may be from the fan, or the AC compressor. The battery going dead would need to be checked for a draw, or short to the battery; the cables would also need to be checked. The headlight high beam...

The noise could be exhaust related although there are other possibilities such as noisy bearings on engine accessories and pulleys. Exhaust systems can fail internally as baffles corrode over time. The poor engine running condition when cold could be caused...

Hi there. Typically the issue you're describing could be related to the EVAP vent solenoid, but I wouldn't rule out the EVAP canister purge solenoid. When this component is damaged, it can cause similar symptoms you're experiencing with your 2005...

If the engine is vibrating (as opposed to the drive train axles, wheels, etc.) that points to an "engine management" problem. This includes a cylinder compression imbalance (variance in compression pressure) or an ignition, fuel system or air induction problem....

Stalling issues can be not only dangerous but nerve racking, as they can be often hard to predict. There are many possible causes, and to help the technicians narrow down the cause, it is recommended to track the time, temperature...

Hello. There are certain cases where an oxygen sensor can cause performance issues. It would depend on the specific trouble code. A few things I would look at are the specified oxygen sensor or circuit, the ignition coil, the ignition...

Hello there. Many common faults will cause the P0126 Code with your 2008 Mazda 3. The P0126 code meaning is "Insufficient Coolant Temperature for Stable Operation." This is telling us the car is reading a coolant temperature that is below...

Hello there, thank you for asking about your 1993 Isuzu Pickup. It sounds like a bad ground in the instrument panel circuit. Looking at the wiring diagram, I see the AC heater control panel and instrument cluster share the same...

It sounds like you may have slightly warped brake rotors that may be causing the abnormal wear on the brake pads. You may also need to check the mounting of the brake calipers to be sure they are properly aligned...

Hi There, Your truck should run just fine with non-ethanol fuel and in fact may run a bit better with pure non-ethanol fuel. Many of today’s engines are equipped to run on E85 fuel which is a high ethanol content...

Hi there, thanks for writing in. Typically, a P0420 code (catalyst efficiency insufficient) is the catalytic converter not properly functioning. Chances are, the Check Engine Light going off and then back on, it's still the P0420 code that is present....

Your car is designed to limit the throttle opening when it detects a major failure in one of its systems. What has failed would not be known since the lights you have on could have been caused by hundreds of...

Hi there. When the car is climbing hills and the engine RPM goes up, but is slow to accelerate, it is due to the transmission downshifting to a lower gear ratio. However in some cases, the lack of acceleration can...