In my experience, I have found that it is not uncommon for Jeeps to develop exhaust leaks over time. The most common exhaust leak can be found in the the gaskets between the various exhaust joints, which are held together...
In your application, the flex pipe is a 2 foot long exhaust pipe that connects the exhaust manifold on the car engine to the catalytic converter. The flexible segment on the "flex pipe" is just 6 inches in length and...
Hi. There are a few things that I would recommend to determine why the fuel door release isn't working. The fuel door fuse, the fuel door solenoid, and fuel door switch. Most of the time, the fuel door fuse and...
I would ask for help from a mechanic to check the code that is turning on the check engine light. The code in the computer will give the mechanic a starting point for his diagnosis. There are many reasons why...
Our mobile experts are well-equipped and ready to assist you with your vehicle's concerns. A noise while driving can be several things like a wheel bearing, a worn belt, or some other failing component of the vehicle. It is not...
It’s not safe to drive the car when the windshield gets fogged up. Defogging it ensures you can see where you’re going. Located the button for the front defroster, which is located above the button for vents and feet....
Hi there - from your symptoms, it sounds like your AC compressor clutch has locked up, or the clutch bearing has seized, such that the serpentine belt tries to turn the compressor whenever you start the engine. (REALLY problematic if...
The part of a car or truck that is supported by springs is the sprung weight (or sprung mass); the part that isn’t is called the unsprung weight. Everything attached solidly to the body is sprung while everything that moves...
Although the engine computer used in 1985 engines is rudimentary, the fact that it exists means that you will have to completely change out the vehicle's wiring harness. Those harnesses are no longer available, of course, which means that you...
First thing to check is for problem codes in the engine/transmission management, whether the Check Engine light is illuminated or not. Your transmission may be in "limp mode" (2nd gear only), or the electronic throttle position sensor is failing. Since...
Hi, thanks for writing in. This should not affect the functionality of the O2 sensors, as long as the replacement sensor is in fact the correct part for your application. If your car continues to produce fault codes, consider having...
Your steering wheel offers both telescopic and tilt operation. Tilting the wheel lets you get the perfect angle for driving safely. Here’s how to do both. To Tilt: Pull the lever on the bottom of the steering column down....
If the problems started after you replaced the PCM, and the first PCM did not have any known issues, you might want to begin your diagnostic by re-installing the original PCM. Seems like you did a lot of work on...
If the engine is running bad then you should be getting a code set in the computer. If not, then a scanner should be used to view data to see if the engine is running lean or rich. Check the...
Hello. Thanks for writing in. The check charging system and battery light is illuminating because the battery or alternator is failing in some way, or the sensors that monitor them are failing. The battery may not be holding the charge,...
If the key wont turn normally try to jerk the steering wheel side to side while turning the key. If this does not free up the ignition then the ignition switch is likely the cause. When tumblers inside the ignition...
Experiencing an engine knock is not a problem to be taken lightly. Typically when an engine begins to produce a knocking sound, it is a good indication that there is some sort of internal engine damage already going on. This,...
The radiator for the Tahoe has two plastic side tanks where all connections to hoses and reservoir tank are made. This radiator is not repairable and will have to be replaced if the radiator is deemed faulty. A pressure test...
Hi there. It is possible that your Lincoln has entered a "limp mode"; which is when a problem is found in the transmission by a sensor. Essentially, it locks your vehicle in a low gear and restricts the speed, so...
If you lost all the oil in your engine after driving for 30 minutes, without any signs of an oil leak, then you need to put in oil until it is full to see how much oil was used. If...
Hello, thanks for writing in about your Chrysler Voyager. The shift RPMs will be higher if you are further down on the throttle on faster acceleration. Shifting between 2000 and 3000 is normal.
It’s just as important to keep the glass clean on your car as it is to regularly wash and wax the exterior, if not more so. Cleaning the glass is easy, and here’s how to do it: Use a...
