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Hi there. Either the throttle position sensor (TPS) or the idle air control valve (IAC) is not working. Check the wiring to the TPS sensor and the IAC valve and see if they are plugged in and if there is...

If the vehicle battery happens to be more than 5 years (60 months) old, don't bother fooling with it. Buy a new battery and be sure the new battery is fully charged by the store before you install it, otherwise...

In some cases, the motor may run (not very well) with a broken or damaged variable valve timing solenoid, however it will likely not run for long due to the critical role the VVT solenoid plays in the timing of...

This is normally due to brake calipers sticking. I would recommend having a brake inspection performed to determine the exact cause of this issue. Consider YourMechanic as this can be done at your home or office.

Fuses are over current protection devices which means that you either have a short to ground (possibly intermittent) somewhere in the circuit or enough added resistance in the circuit that the current drawn by the pump is enough to blow...

All gas stations in the US are regulated to the point where there are none that sell subpar gas that could cause damage to the engine or fuel system. Every legitimate gas station will sell usable fuel, but some major...

Hi there. The noise that you are hearing is commonly known as 'Dieseling'. When this happens, check the ignition switch alignment and see that the switch is turned completely off. If the switch is turned off, then while the engine...

I would first get a 5 gallon gas can and put it in the tank to see if gas gauge registers the fuel. Then turn on the key and listen for fuel pump operation to see if pump runs. Recheck...

I'm going to take a leap and guess that you have a problem in the connection at the coolant temp sensor. In the older cars like yours, an interruption in the circuit at the coolant temp sensor could cause a...

Engine oil lubricates the engine and helps prevent harmful friction from developing. The right type of oil is necessary as well. While all oils work in the same way, using an oil that is too thick or too thin can...

A couple of things come to mind. I would first ask these questions: Is this a no crank or a no start? I will address both scenarios below. A no crank is when the motor doesn't turn when you...

A common misconception is that the only purpose of a fuel cap is for it to be a top for the fuel tank. It actually has many purposes and is a critical component of the evaporative emissions (EVAP) system. If...

If you tried jumping the contacts on the starter directly, then your problem is most likely a power or ground issue. The battery ground cable may not be making a good connection at the engine ground, or there could be...

Hello. We do suggest that you replace the resistor at the same time. It may not be critical, but this will keep the system more uniform. The issue may even be related to the resistor. If you know that it...

This is normal when the AC is on. The air conditioning compressor requires torque from the belt system on the engine to power it. When the AC is off, the compressor clutch does not activate, meaning the AC is not...

As you may know, the oxygen sensors, which are part of your emission's system, read exhaust gases to determine whether or not the appropriate amount of oxygen is present in the exhaust. Based upon this reading, this information is relayed...

Opening the hood is very easy: 1. Pull the hood release handle, which is to the left of the steering column. This will release the hood latch. 2. Run your hands under the hood, near the center of the vehicle,...

Hello - check the fluid level and quality (should be more pink than black, and not smelled burned). Check also the shifter cable - the inability to re-engage Park (which is a mechanical action) suggests the shifter is no longer...

Sounds like you aren't getting enough fuel during "cold" start. First thing, check the cold start injector, and thermo time sensor, which regulates how long the cold start injector squirts. Next, check the Over-Voltage Protection relay and circuit. If this...

Cruise control is a valuable asset. It allows you to set the speed you want to travel and then take your foot off the gas. That can help alleviate fatigue and tension on long drives. The Cruise Main indicator light...

Brown sludge could be a consequence of mixing incompatible coolants as well as not draining the coolant frequently enough. At this point, you just want to be sure that as much of the contaminants as possible have been removed and...

This issue is normally caused by low fuel pressure or a faulty injector, but since you have just replaced the fuel pump, this may also be a sign of a failing idle air control (IAC) valve. This is a unit...

The Powertrain Control Module needs to be scanned to see if there are any stored codes. A possible issue could be the mass air sensor, as this sets up initial injection timing. The air mass meter needs to be removed...

Hello, thank you for writing in. The automatic lights you are referring to are likely the Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs). These are an automatic safety feature that is more for other drivers around you than for your driving comforts. This...

You need to go to trip modes screen and then go to digital speedometer to get digital readout of speed.