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The key-in ignition warning chime sounds when you have opened the driver’s door while the key is still in the ignition.

You should drain it down or have it changed. Over filling oil can cause the engine to get locked up from too much oil in the crankcase. I'd recommend getting some assistance from a certified mechanic who can come and...

This code signals an oxygen sensor slow response from rich-to-lean on bank 2 sensor 2. This indicates that when the computer cuts the fuel to test sensor output, it does not respond quick enough and the code is set. This...

The turn signal lighting is all supplied power from the same turn signal relay. Since LED lighting consumes less power it should be heavy duty enough to use but you may want to check with LED lighting manufacturer through their...

Hey there. Blinking lights indicates there is a code stored. This is good news because it will help diagnose the problem. If all the lights blink, then the climate control unit will need to be put into self diagnostic mode....

Hi Kristine. Thanks for reaching out to us today. If you're referring to the anti-lock brake light on your Corvette, this typically does not impact the operation of the engine or would cause it to start then shut off. However,...

Anytime your oil pressure light comes on while driving, you should stop driving immediately and have your car checked out as soon as possible. The oil pressure warning light indicates that you have low oil pressure, which can cause severe...

Your truck has a Homelink Transmitter aid in opening the garage door. This device allows you to open your garage door without getting out of your vehicles. To program the Homelink Transmitter. Hold down a button on the transmitter....

Many tire pressure sensors that are located inside the vehicle tire assembly have a built in battery that does fail over time. Once the sensor does fail, it should be replaced with a new one. For tire pressure sensor assemlies...

Hello. If only your tachometer and speedometer aren't working, the problem is probably with the instrument cluster itself. This is because these two gauges use completely different inputs. The speedometer gets its signal from the vehicle speed sensor (VSS), whereas...

If your car is equipped with an automatic transmission rather than a stick shift, you actually have what’s called a continuously variable transmission, or CVT. These are a little different from conventional automatics. Here’s what drivers need to know: ...

A fuel leak can be a very dangerous situation. Your car needs to be inspected and fixed as soon as possible. Fuel leaks can come from a cracked fuel tank or damage on any of the lines that run the...

It sounds like the cable for the hood release has broken. These cables usually break at the connector under the dash. If this is the case, you can still open the hood; just find where the cable connects, and pull...

What you are describing sounds like a dirty or faulty mass air flow sensor. The mass air flow sensor monitors air intake as it is mixed with fuel prior to being injected into the motor. This sensor relays vital information...

It all depends on the problem the knock sensor is causing. If your engine is pinging when you accelerate then you may damage the piston and valves by driving it. It is not a matter of giving a time but...

Hi There, What you are describing sounds like you may have a clogged or damaged catalytic converter. The catalytic converter converts toxic exhaust gases into less harmful pollutants that are suitable to be expelled into the atmosphere. When the catalytic...

Hi. There is an emergency release lever under the back seat of your car. It disengages the motor from the tonneau cover so you can put the top up manually if need be. If the level has gotten pulled, you...

If your car is equipped with an electronic compass, you might find that you need to set the zone correctly. This is because magnetic north and true north are not always the same – it depends on where you’re located...

Hello there, thank you for asking about your 2001 Saab 9-3. These codes can come up if the engine needs a tune up, if it has bad coils, or even if you have dirty fuel injectors. Due to the age...

There is a technical service bulletin (TSB) that may address your concern. It is # TSB2735R and it states that the automatic transmission control cable assembly can cause a rattle noise in reverse. The fix is to secure the cable...

This can happen with the Vibes; the hood latch will rust under the plastic cover, and seize up. Often, removing the cover and lubricating the latch mechanism will solve this issue. If not, the hood latch assembly will need to...

When listening to a track on the iPod, you can easily fast forward or rewind. Press and hold the Up or Right button (depending on your model) for more than 1.5 seconds to fast forward, or press and hold the...

If the fuse is good, the only other things it could be is the button (in the steering wheel) or the horn itself. I saw an issue like this before on the same vehicle you have, the wire to the...

They sell various tools. Go there and see what warranty they have. It's not going to be like mine--mine is a top-notch, professional one. I didn't pay 9000 buck for it. I got it for free because I used it...

Hi there. If your SRX is a front wheel drive model then most of the time this is caused by a failing engine or transmission mount. When these fail the engine and transmission can move when accelerating causing this noise....