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One thing you must realize is that, as advanced as these systems are, you may only get a 15 to 25 degree reduction in the ambient temperature. When using the re-circulation option, air from inside the cabin is run back...

The 1999 Civic transmission has a Tag ID (stamped on the transmission) of B4RA. The Tag ID for the transmission used on the 1998 Accord with the V-6 is either B7XA or B7XA-1. Inasmuch as these transmissions are electronically controlled,...

Hello. You are likely experiencing a suspension failure of some type. The steering and suspension components are very closely related. These will interact and effect each other greatly. Due to your symptoms including excess bounce, you should start by looking...

Hi, thanks for writing in. These codes are both camshaft and crankshaft correlation codes. While these codes can be caused by a faulty sensor, more often they indicate a problem with the engine timing components. This could be anything from...

The only way to reset the light is to have the computer systems checked on your vehicle to see why the EVIC is displaying perform service. This could be anything from the EVIC problem to a simple service reset. You...

Hello. From what you describe it would appear that your vehicle is experiencing some sort of fuel or engine performance issues. Code P0174 is for an lean condition in engine bank 2. This can be caused by many things, however...

This is a common sign of a failing idle air control valve. As you may know the idle air control valve regulates the flow of air into the engine at idle or low speeds in order to maintain the proper...

By default, your car measures everything in English measurements. However, you might prefer to use metric units instead. Changing that is pretty simple. Here’s how to do it: Press the Info button until “Units” is displayed. Press the Reset...

Hello. There are a number of things that can go wrong with your car that can do this. The most common is a timing chain failure. If the timing chain fails it will begin to make a lot of noise,...

Hi and thanks for contacting YourMechanic. From what you said and what was displayed on the video your power steering pump is making the humming noise as if the pump is lacking of oil, but the shaking of vehicle and...

Hi there. That is a very interesting situation you have with your BMW. To be honest, I've never seen tire valve stems cause any type of noise; especially under the conditions you're describing. It is possible that you may have...

Hi There, As you may know, the MAP sensor uses engine vacuum to work properly and without that vacuum the sensor is reading barometric pressure or outside atmospheric pressure. When this happens, the result is typically a broken vacuum line...

The computer controlled automatic transmissions in today's vehicles are designed to be completely intuitive. You will not gain any performance advantage, or gain in fuel economy, by driving around town with the shifter in the 3 setting. For the best...

Hello. If the trouble codes have remained after the crankshaft position sensor has been replaced then it may be possible that the issue lies elsewhere. P0335 is the trouble code for a crank position sensor malfunction. The circuit includes the...

The AC compressor pulley or compressor clutch has a bearing inside of it that enables the pulley to spin without the clutch being engaged. When the air conditioning is turned on inside the vehicle the compressor clutch will engage and...

Hi there. There is a blend door that keeps the air blowing on the cold and hot sections separate. The blend door maybe stuck between the evaporator and the heater core causing the temperature difference. Also, the air duct on...

Hello, thank you for writing in. The vehicle's starting system is not terribly complicated. You also need to consider the charging system as well. Regarding the starting system, with a new battery and starter, you are left with the ignition...

It sounds like you may have an electrical short somewhere within your steering column. This may be related to wiring, the clock spring, or even fusebox issues. The fusebox is usually located under the driver side kick panel on most...

Since I cannot display an image on here, I will describe it best as possible. When looking at the diagnostic connector, is is basically a rectangle with flared tabs on one side. Consider that side of the bottom when viewing...

Your vehicle has an upper intake manifold and a lower intake manifold. Both are injection molded plastic assemblies. It is not clear which one is leaking, but in all events the leak should be confirmed by a professional because your...

Hi there. In many cases, the loud noise you're hearing upon start-up is related to a loose drive or serpentine belt. The fact you hear this noise when you turn might indicate that the power steering pulley or drive belt...

Hi there. Your Fusion can be stalling for any number of reasons. If the fuel system is producing as much pressure as you are stating then the fuel system should be fine. It sounds like you may have an issue...

Hi there: These type of starting issues are incredibly difficult to correctly diagnose; especially if the issue can't be replicated. In most cases, some of the common sources that cause this type of issue include a crankshaft position sensor that...

The immobilizer system keeps your vehicle from being turned on with an invalid key. When the immobilizer system is activated, only a valid key can be used with the car. The system will automatically active when the ignition is turned...

Hi there. The idle speed of an engine is basically the rotational speed the engine runs on when it is un-coupled from the drive train and the throttle pedal is not being depressed. When an engine is running at idle...