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Yes, the service light must be manually reset after an oil change. I'm guessing the shop forgot to do this after your last service. You can do this yourself if you desire. Simply turn the key to the ignition position...

Firstly, with the battery disconnected you will have continuity between the positive cable to the ground of the body or engine if you have any components hooked up or have fuses in. You are getting a complete circuit through some...

The delayed locking feature is present on some models of the vehicle. The feature occurs automatically whenever the door lock switch is pressed inside of the vehicle while a door is open. When all doors are closed, the vehicle will...

Hello. When replacing a part like the condenser it is a good idea to add some extra oil with the new refrigerant. Most refrigerants do have some oil in them which should be enough. The majority of the oil in...

When the scanner will not connect, usually the first thing we look for is a blow fuse or lack of power at the OBD2 connector. The most common cause of being unable to connect to the car is an issue...

It sounds like you may have a failing voltage regulator. When the voltage regulator is not working properly, this may result in the alternator allowing too much power to be delivered to the battery resulting in damaging wires and prematurely...

Hi there: If the mechanic completed the O2 sensor replacement, reset the codes and the error code was triggered again, it is possible that the catalytic converter is damaged and needs to be replaced. However, it's also very common for...

You could have gotten some bad gas from a gas station that has a lot of water in the fuel. When there is excessive water in the fuel, the engine will tend to run rough at a low rpm and...

Hello. It sounds like the PCM (powertrain control module) and the BCM (body control module) have malfunctioned because of a shortage in the battery system. This could have happened when the battery failed, was removed, or installed. One explanation for...

A professional mechanic would require roughly 5 hours. (If just the regulator is replaced that takes about 1 hour). Some parts, as noted below, cannot be re-used, you need a precision inch pound torque wrench, FSM instructions (and TSB updates...

Hello, thanks for writing in about your Oldsmobile Aurora. A bad starter solenoid could make the starter run, but would not activate the ignition switch, so the engine could crank but not run on its own. I would recommend testing...

This may be a sign of a failing throttle position sensor. The throttle position sensor (TPS) is a sensor used to monitor the throttle position of the throttle plate inside the throttle body in relation to your foot position on...

Hello, I would enlist the help of a mechanic to inspect the engine because this problem could be a number of things. I would do a tune up on it's spark plugs, air filter, fuel filter and then go from...

Hello there. Many different faults can cause the vehicle to jerk and have acceleration issue. The most likely cause of these are spark plugs, battery, alternator, fuel pump, low transmission fluid, MAF sensor, vacuum leak, exhaust leak or oxygen sensor....

The illuminated entry system is a light system that helps light up your car when it is unlocked. When the illuminated entry is turned on, the courtesy lights help you enter your vehicle easily when you’re in the dark. The...

Hello there. This is a common issue with the Suzuki Vitara. There are a few different faults that could cause the fuse to blow repeatedly and the AC not to function. When a fuse repeatedly blows, this is typically an...

You may have a bad shift governor in the back of the transmission. The governor will shift the transmission as you speed up. Some transmissions have a manual type and others use an electronic type. Either way, it is in...

Have the main integrated fuse relay box checked for connection issues. The fuse box on these vehicle have been known to cause stalling issues along with other erratic electrical issues. Contact a dealer to see if your vehicle may have...

Hi there. In general, high pressure on both high and low pressure AC sides is typically caused by an obstruction in the evaporator. In some cases, this can be a simple debris that can be cleaned if removed, while in...

Hello. If your transmission is no longer going in reverse, then there is likely an issue with the transmission. It may be possible that one of the shift solenoids or sensors that controls the shifting of the transmission has failed...

Unfortunately, your engine - as most engines today - is what is considered an interference engine. The timing belt/chain is responsible for keeping the internal engine parts moving in the correct time. Interference refers to the fact the intake and/or...

Opening the hood is vital for a number of things, including checking fluids like engine oil and washer fluid. It’s also necessary for jumping off the battery, checking fuses and a great deal more. Here’s how to do it: ...

The throttle position sensor will not have anything to do with the coolant temperature. The problem with the coolant temperature gauge you had may be due to the coolant change that was done or the system itself has a problem....

You should not be able to physically manipulate the sway bar. If you are able to do so, there is something wrong with the bar, the links, bushings, the attachment to the frame or other suspension components. Whatever the fault...

The normal display modes for the indicator light on the Start/Stop button are discussed on page 140 of the 2016 Scion iA Owner's Manual. A flashing indicator on the Start/Stop button is not a normal (expected) display mode. If you...