Hi there - quite often this message simply means the camera lens for the front camera has dirt, a leaf, or some other debris on the lens, and the camera cannot function properly. Wiping the lens area with a soft...
Hello. We will be happy to help you. This is a common problem with Ford's of that era. Well I wouldn't consider it a problem it's more so of a hassle than anything else. If you turn the steering wheel...
Hi there: In many instances, the issue you're describing with the brakes on your 2000 Lexus L6 is related to wheel rotors that might be warped. The brake rotors are a component that makes up the modern disc brake system...
Hello there, the upstream and downstream oxygen sensors for your 2013 Chevrolet Cruze are not the same. The upstream oxygen sensor is located before the catalytic converter and is used to help calculate the air fuel mixture, and is often...
Unfortunately, as our vehicles age, the parts will just wear out. There are a few possible issues that can cause a clunk when going over bumps, in a vehicle that is getting up there in mileage. Worn shocks/struts, worn control...
The first thing I would do is to open the hood and do a visual inspection. Look for a broken drive belt, or something else broken like a pulley or presence of fluid leaks. The loud pop and overheating symptoms...
I would recommend having your vehicle's cooling system pressure tested by a qualified professional to determine the exact source of the coolant leak. This test will put your cooling system Under Pressure without the engine running to avoid the sound...
It could be caused by several different problems like the idle control valve, engine vacuum leak, intake air filter clogged or contaminated mass air sensor or a sensor failure or engine just needs maintenance. I would suggest having the vehicle...
While most cars with automatic transmissions offer basic operability, yours is different. The automatic transmission is equipped with a learning tool that allows it to learn how you drive and adapt to those needs. This offers better performance and helps...
Hi there. Were there shims installed on the old pads? New shims on the new pads? Missing shims can create noise while braking which is why the antiseize worked for a short time. What brand/level of brake pads did your...
The standard thickness when new the front rotors are 28mm or 1.102 in. The minimum thickness before or after machining is 25.0mm or .983 in. This means you cannot take off more than about 3mm or .10 in if the...
Hi There, This light will usually come on when one of two things are happening. Either the motor is in fact low on oil or the oil pressure sending unit is not working properly and may be producing a faulty...
This sounds like you broke the serpentine belt for the water pump, or one of the hoses came off, causing a loss of coolant, and the engine to overheat. Have the overheating issue diagnosed, and have the serpentine belt replaced,...
Hello there. A bad or faulty connected VVT solenoid can and often does cause engine knocking, inconsistent idle and acceleration problems. The issue could be with the solenoid itself or the electrical harness connected to the VVT. The best way...
Generally US auto parts are better. There are some parts in China that are well made. And there are some parts in China that are made like crap. The problem is you've got to know which are which. It's very...
Continued jump starting is not recommended due to both personal risks and the possibility of damaging the car's electrical system. As far as the causes of the no start, if the issue is a discharged battery the alternator might not...
If your car is equipped with the downhill assist control (DAC) system (optional equipment), you have the capability of driving down a steep grade without having to use the brakes. This is important because riding your brakes for a long...
Hi there. The wastegate actuator is not functioning correctly or the boost sensor is not working making the turbo boost properly. Check the wastegate actuator hose and see if its broken and listen for leaks when you drive the vehicle....
In practice, oil consumption varies quite a bit, so much so that there is no agreement on what is excessive. As a "general" rule though, if an engine uses a quart of oil or more in 1,500 miles, that's excessive....
Hi Iqbal. Thanks for sending the question today. Warning lights simply indicate that a possible fault has been detected by the sensor monitoring the system. In most cases, when the light illuminates, it's due to an electrical glitch, poor connection,...
It is possible that the O2 sensors were never actually bad in the first place and that they were actually indicating that the catalytic converter is beginning to fail. I would recommend having your catalytic converter inspected by a qualified...
Hi there - if you are unable to rotate the crankshaft, that is a serious problem. Perhaps the timing chain has broken, and jammed between the crankshaft sprocket and the timing chain cover? Check for problem codes, whether the Check...
When the O/D off light is on this means the overdrive gear is turned off and the torque converter will not lock up. This setting will help if you are towing something behind the vehicle. When the light is off...
Hello. If the shudder only occurs slightly under acceleration then it typically is not a dangerous problem. Most of the time it is caused by a bad engine mount or an issue with a failing cv axle. If one of...
Two types of hose are used in power steering applications, a low pressure hose for the return (to reservoir) fluid and a high pressure hose for pump discharge. Low pressure hose is generally rated at 400 PSI and operates at...
