Hi there. The downshift solenoid could have failed in the transmission causing the transmission to not up shift. Also, the shifter cable could have came off the transmission making the vehicle only travel to second gear as it would be...
Hi there. It sounds like a brake issue. Check the brakes on the rear of the vehicle for any loose or worn hardware. If you have brake drums, see if the brake shoes are adjusted correctly and not dragging. If...
If your car has a continuously variable transmission (CVT) and a push button start, you may see the push warning show up on your vehicle information display. The image display shows the word “Push” and the outline of the start...
The Traction Control Off message comes on the driver information center (DIC) when the traction control system (TCS) has been turned off. When the TCS is turned on again, the DIC alert will disappear.
If you are using aftermarket mounts, that introduces a bit of a complexity in diagnosing a problem such as this as aftermarket parts can always be a potential cause of fit and function problems after installation. The only way to...
If it needed lubrication, it very well could be. But, if it's coming back, a lot of times those spindles have adjustable knots so you can make them tighter to the body. A lot of times that knot holding...
Hi there. Usually a car like your Cobalt needs to have some cranking amps in the battery in order to be jump started. Eventually, however, the battery will die, which is probably what's going on with your car. The best...
Hi, and thanks for contacting YourMechanic. First, try checking the ABS sensors for a proper connection. You may need to remove the sensors and clean them off. If there was any moisture on the sensors while the vehicle sat, then...
If the fan is drawing too many amps and the alternator is not charging enough, this can cause a large sudden drain on the electrical system and cause the stall. Have the fan motor and charging system checked to make...
Hi There, As you know, code P0332 relates to the knock sensor, which may be a result of code P0306, which relates to the crankshaft position sensor. When the crankshaft position sensor is detected to have more than a 2...
Hello. Determining the problem with your truck tail lights requires testing the light switch to ensure that there is power going to it, and power also coming out of it when the switch is turned on. Then, it's a good...
Hello. From what you describe it would appear that your issue may be occurring after your vehicle warms up. The first thing I would do is check your vehicle's transmission fluid to see if it may perhaps be low or...
Hello, the brake booster assembly will have to be replaced. There are rubber diaphragms that degrade from seafoam. The hissing sound is a vacuum leak with the booster. I recommend having a certified YourMechanic technician come to your location to...
Hello! The most common leak on a Nissan, especially the 3.5, is the power steering hose between the pump and the power steering rack. In order to access this hose, the panels below the cowl and wiper must be removed....
This light will usually come on when one of two things are happening. Either the motor is in fact low on oil or the oil pressure sending unit is not working properly and may be producing a faulty reading. I...
The brake light switch or pedal linkage is likely causing the lights to stay on. I recommend having a mechanic, like one from YourMechanic, come to you to find the cause of the brake light staying on and quote the...
Hey there. In many cases, whistling or whining noises can come from the belt drive system or a vacuum leak under the hood. Is your vehicle maintenance and tune-up schedule up to date? You may want to check the idle...
Hi Jeffery. The P-0746 OBD-II trouble code is one of the more confusing and hard to diagnose codes. P0746 will occur when the required amount of fluid pressure doesn’t match the actual amount that is detected by the vehicle’s PCM....
The rear seat belt may have a detachable anchor to help improve safety. Here’s how to use it: 1. Remove both the small latch plate, and the standard latch plate from the slot in the ceiling. 2. Buckle the small...
From the description it would appear the three problems are probably unrelated. A failing water pump would usually only be indicated visually by a leak, or overheating of the vehicle. In regards to the oil leak, we would have to...
Yes, I take out the pack and go by feel. Do it when it's cold. Sometimes if they are really hard to get, I get them from the bottom. Jack it up and move the bottom to get to them....
Since the engine is running okay then the computer is getting an rpm signal but the dash is not. This can be caused by a defective instrument cluster or the wiring connections and wiring to the cluster. The cluster will...
Now the engine computer will raise the engine idle speed automatically to compensate for the additional load of the AC compressor and the electrical load of the blower motor when the AC/Heater controls are operated. This increase should not exceed...
When you receive the OBD code P0300, it means your Buick LeSabre is experiencing a random misfire. This code is given because one or more of the engine’s cylinders are misfiring. While our first instinct is to think spark plugs,...
Hello, thank you for writing in. The computer is trying to detect the bulb, but cant. Sometimes this can be a fuse issue, and it may require removing and replacing the fuse for the headlights. Secondly, the LED bulb that...
