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I would certainly be concerned about the lug nuts falling off originally. However, I would not worry about the cap that had fallen off recently if the nut is still tight. Many times manufacturers will apply these chrome caps to...

Hi There, What you are describing sounds like potentially a faulty starter relay or a bad ignition switch. The starter relay directs power from the battery to the starter solenoid which then engages the starter when you turn the key....

Hi there. This sounds like the gas pedal position sensor or the throttle body position sensor is not working properly. You can try manually resetting the gas pedal position sensor. To do this, perform the following: Turn on the...

The abs light on indicates there is a fault in the electronics of the anti-lock braking system. The car is most likely sliding sideways because a wheel, or wheels, are locking up - basically functioning as brakes not equipped with...

If it isn't grayish or blueish, then its just steam and it's nothing to worry about. Even if it is grayish / bluish, thats a little bit of oil burning, which wouldn't be all that surprising for a 15 year...

The noise you are hearing is a pretty common issue in these engines. The noise is caused by one or more of the cylinder head camstand cam followers along with the valve springs. This engine has high cam failures and...

Hello, thank you for writing in. The first person to tell you this was correct to a certain extent. If the system is not warmed up, the readings cannot be taken accurately. However, if the engine is warmed up and...

Hi there. There could be a fuel volume issue (meaning the amount of fuel is not adequate) or the MAF (mass air flow) sensor is dirty or not working. Check the fuel pressure and make sure that there is at...

Hi there. This video shows how the process is completed on the 9th Gen Honda Accord. The process for your 2003 is nearly identical.

Hi there. The best thing to do is switch the coil over from cylinder 3 to cylinder 1 and see if the misfire continues with cylinder 3 or if it changes to cylinder 1. If the misfire stays with cylinder...

Hello there, thank you for writing in. Based off of your details, you may first want to concentrate on diagnosing the speed sensitive vibration at 40-50 MPH because that will be easier to resolve. I would place wireless chassis ears...

Hi Bee. Thanks for contacting us today. Quite often, the main reason why the gear shifter will become stuck in reverse is due to one of three things. First, the brake switch might be stuck or damaged. Second, the ignition...

Try changing the engine oil and filter to a good type of oil and filter. This will help with the VCM system and keep it functioning properly. If the VCM continues to act up and cause the engine oil pressure...

A few different faults can cause the vehicle to go into a limp mode. The ECU puts the car into this mode to prevent damage and will be associated with a Check Engine Light. The most likely causes are a...

With fuel issues such as these, there are a few things to consider first. If the fuel pump and all of that has already been replaced, then it is likely the issue is not with the fuel pump itself. The...

Hi there. For the carburetor swap out, you will need to have a least a CFM of 850 or 950 for a big block GM engine. If you are concerned about fuel consumption, then you could do a CFM of...

The metallic noise could arise from a variety of sources; anything from the brakes to the engine. The origin could definitely be pinpointed by a certified mechanic during a vehicle noise diagnostic. Slow acceleration has a variety of causes. Fuel...

A possibility is the motor/transaxle mounts are worn or sagging and that causes misalignment of the CV axles accounting for the noise and vibration. However, that is just one possible scenario. Vibration under acceleration could also be due to an...

Hi there. It sounds like you either have a defective alternator or there is another issue within the circuit for the charging system. I usually start by checking the output of the alternator. If it is not putting out the...

Hi. If it moves forward, but not backwards, it is most likely the switch. A few simple checks with a test light can determine what it needs. Make sure there isn’t anything in the track preventing the movement. I’ve seen...

Hi There, It sounds like you may have a problem with your transmission causing it to go into limp mode which will not allow the car to exceed a specific RPM or speed when driving. The transmission control module will...

Hello. Typically I would need to know if the engine overheated when the water pump failed. If it did then that may have caused damage to the engine. At that point I would do a compression test and a block...

Brake fluid, like other fluids used in our vehicles, is subject to degradation over time. Brake fluid is a hydraulic and hygroscopic substance which means it absorbs moisture if left exposed to atmospheric humidity. Minute pieces of rubber can break...

You should remove key FOB from vehicle and close and lock all doors and hood and then let vehicle sit for at least 10 minutes or up to 30 minutes and then using key FOB to unlock doors and see...

Hi Rebecca. The Service light is a vague warning and can indicate something as simple as too many miles between oil changes to potentially serious faults in the engine. In most cases, the low fuel level would not trigger this...