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Different vehicles use different transponder codes for security reasons. Sometimes they are "rolling codes" - they change after each use. The control module in each vehicle is set for different codes. If this wasn't how they are set up, then...

The fact that the check engine light (aka, "service engine soon") came on means that diagnostic trouble code(s) were registered and stored in the engine computer. The codes should be accessed, interpreted, and a proper diagnostic performed especially as the...

Hi There, It sounds like you may have a rich oil/fuel condition causing the motor to bog down or potentially foul out the spark plug. As you know, 2 stroke motors require a mixture of fuel and oil to keep...

To give you a usable answer, we (and possibly a lab) would have to have the failed part in hand to determine the failure mode. The problem is there are quite a few disparate causes for a failure of the...

Hello. It does take some time for the coolant to get hot enough to blow hot inside of the vehicle. I usually start by checking the coolant level. Low coolant will cause this. If the coolant level is fine then...

The code P0685 refers to the main ECM (computer) relay has lost power. Check the main relay and see if its getting hot. A hot relay will disconnect to cool off and reconnect. If the relay is getting hot, then...

The fog light indicator is located on the instrument panel. When the indicator is illuminated, it means that your fog lights are currently turned on.

The best thing to do is check all the fuses. It is entirely possible you have blown more than one fuse as well some fuses supply power to other fuses. I rarely look up the location of a fuse in...

Open the hood and check if any belt pulleys or tensioner are making the sound. Remove the serpentine belt and spin all of the pulleys that you can move. If they do not have a sound to them, then the...

Hi there. Although a dealership often will charge about 30% or higher than an average automotive shop, it's typically worth the extra expense; especially when an important component like the turbo is being replaced. Plus, the dealership typically warranties their...

If a faulty fuel pump caused the engine to abruptly stop, you might see a variety of warning lights. Once the engine is running again, the lights may go out but ONLY if the warning lights were related to the...

Hi there: The P0200 OBD-II code indicates that the engine control module (ECM) has detected a malfunction in the fuel injector circuit. The fuel injector circuit controls the fuel injectors and commands how much fuel and when to spray the...

Hi there - the lack of heat from your HVAC system could be a couple of things: bad thermostat, heater control valve, or air in the cooling system. If the engine come up to proper temperature and stays there (i.e....

Most of the time when the fan stops coming on it is caused by a fan failure. If the fan stops working it means that either the motor in the fan failed or it blew a fuse. If it blew...

Based on your description, I believe that the first issue is the lack of programming for your new key fob. If the dealership told you that the key requires programming and that was not done, this is the reason that...

This may be a result of a dirty or failing idle air control valve. The idle air control valve reads the air intake as it is mixed with fuel prior to being injected into the engine at low speeds and...

Hello. Thank you for writing in. Honda's power steering fluid should not be used in your GM vehicle. While they keep the major details of the chemical make up relatively hard to find, they make it clear the fluid is...

White smoke makes me worry about the head gasket. If there is coolant getting into the combustion chambers, it makes a nasty smelling white smoke Burning coolant can have a very strong smell, from a sweet kind of odor to...

Hello - your brake light switch needs to be adjusted, even though it was replaced. With the switch "On" all the time, the cruise control won't work, now will the traction control system either. For assistance with this step, I...

You should have the tire n the left front checked to see if it is wearing incorrect causing the humming noise. The alignment on the front may be out from a loose upper or lower control ball joints or bushings....

It sounds like you have a misfire. This can be caused by many things: a vacuum leak, ignition component failure, fuel system issues, etc. With a misfire, typically the Check Engine Light comes on to indicate that a trouble...

Hello. From what you describe it would appear that some sort of serious issue may have occurred that is greatly affecting engine performance. A few common reasons why a car would not want to go over 45 mph is due...

It can be as simple as the usb cable. The small tabs in the connector are very small and fragile. If they are bent even in the slightest, you can lose connection. Try another cable. Also, try another device. If...

In this situation, I can only provide my best guess as to what is going on. Without knowing where and how Circuit City hooked up the remote start and what model was used, this is the best answer I can...