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Hey there, thanks for writing in about your 2011 Lexus LS460. If the light does not clear after several drive cycles then there may be an open in either of the brake pad wear sensor circuits. Continuity of these circuits...

Yes, a loose heat shield, exhaust leak, damaged muffler or catalytic converter, or even a faulty engine mount may all contribute to a rattling noise. The exhaust system and motor mounts need to be inspected for contact issues. You may...

The ABS system monitors the wheel speed sensors. When one or more wheels seem to be off from where they should be the ABS system modulates the chosen wheels brakes in order to match the speed of the others. If...

The Intelligent Key battery discharge Warning Light is located on the instrument panel. This light illuminates when the batter in the Intelligent Key is running low. Replace the battery as soon as possible, to avoid it dying during use.

Dealing with a troublesome alarm can be frustrating. Ultimately I would recommend purchasing a new remote key fob and having it programmed to your vehicle so you can have use of your alarm system. Until you are able to do...

The side mirrors can fold in to decrease the width of your vehicle. You should always fold in the mirrors when parked on a busy street, or when driving through an automatic car wash. To fold the mirrors in, simply...

Hello, thank you for writing in. The first thing to consider is your driving habits. If you are consistently braking hard, it can be rough on your brake system and you transmission. The jolt is the biggest cause for concern....

Older vehicles such as your Suburban tend to be a little easier to diagnose. If you suspect a lack of fuel to be your issue you may very well be correct. One trick you can try yourself to verify this...

Repairing oil leaks requires the replacement of gaskets, seals, and o-rings and such work can be performed on all models by any competent automobile mechanic. Unless you have already received a detailed and authoritative diagnosis (identification) of all the leak...

Hi There, It sounds like you may have had a faulty fuel pump prior to running out of fuel. Unfortunately, it sounds like you may have a faulty fuel pump that may have been damaged as a result of running...

Hi there. Fiat's are notorious for having clutch system problems. The clutch system on a Fiat is also one of the most difficult to adjust. In fact, a discrepancy of less than 0.010" can cause the clutch to slip. When...

Your car is equipped with a vanity mirror on both the driver and passenger side. These provide convenience, but should not be used when driving (the driver side mirror). Here’s how to use them: Flip the sun visor down....

What you want to do is jack it up and get under there with a rubber mallet, have somebody start listening to the rattle, and hit them up with the mallet. After this, the mufflers will often no longer rattle....

Hi there. It is common for 2006 to 2010 Ford / Lincoln transmissions to have problems with the TSS and OSS harnesses. It's attached to the side of the transmission and is very difficult to get to without removing multiple...

The timing chain tensioner fix is a common issue with this vehicle. There are several possibilities as to where this leak may be coming from. Crank seal and valve cover gasket are two others I would recommend checking. I would...

For this 2004 year Mercury Mountaineer they were only equipped with a 5R55S transmission for the 4.0 and 4.6 liter motors. The only different transmissions would be for rear wheel drive or all wheel drive. They are both 5R55S base...

After opening the hood and doing whatever you need to do, you’ll need to close the hood. To do this, disconnect the hood stand from the hood, and place it back in the hood stand latch. Then, lower the hood...

Hi There, A few different things will usually cause the vehicle to start and then die. A bad ignition coil can cause this if it is beginning to fail, resulting in intermittent starting problems. A dirty or faulty mass air...

The steering wheel mode control button is on the left side of the steering wheel, and says MODE. Press this button to turn on the sound system, or, if the sound system is on, to select the audio source.

Catalytic converters on passenger vehicles are generally covered for 8 years or 80,000 miles, pursuant to Federal requirements. If you have an extended vehicle warranty, you would have to review the specifications of your extended warranty to determine if coverage...

Hi there. The ticking noise in this case most likely was coming from the cylinder heads (or the top of the engine) and the components inside that were not receiving enough lubricant (oil) as the engine runs. Most of the...

A couple of things come to mind. One there could be a buildup of debris between the condenser and the radiator. You might not be able to see it from either side, but if you loosen the fasteners that hold...

Hi There, It sounds like you may have a faulty transmission speed sensor that may be causing this to happen. The other possibility may be a clogged transmission fluid filter that could also be limiting the flow of the transmission...

Hello. Wrecks are always unfortunate. Your fuel tank is located at the rear of the vehicle, and part of that system may have been damaged. There are wires, fuel lines, and the tank itself that could be damaged. The best...

If you are editing a contact, press the Uconnect phone button, which is a telephone symbol on either the center console or the steering wheel. The system will say “Ready” and beep, at which point you should say...