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What does the Supplemental Restraint System indicator mean on the dash?
Your car is equipped with a supplemental restraint system (SRS) – a network of several air bags and sensors that provide enhanced safety for you and your passengers. It works in conjunction with your seat belts to help reduce the...
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Key fob won't unlock or lock doors
I believe you should have a technician use a capable scan tool to test the immobilizer and security system of the vehicle. There are likely codes present that will lead you directly to the issue. Also have them test the...
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Car not accelerating
Hello, in your particular vehicle the RPMs and gas pedal are controlled electronically. The accelerator pedal position switch sends a signal to the ECU which sends a signal to the throttle position sensor. The throttle position sensor controls the opening...
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2006 Pontiac Wave does not shift from park to drive.
Hi there. It sounds like the shifter interlock solenoid has failed in the shifter housing. Remove the shifter housing from the vehicle and test the solenoid for resistance. If there is high resistance or no resistance, then the solenoid has...
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Car Stalls when warm.
If you have not replaced the fuel pump module then this will be the most common cause of the vehicle stalling when hot.
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How do I use the venting sunroof feature?
The venting sunroof feature allows your sunroof to open slightly, and at an angle, so that you can get fresh air without there being a clear opening into your vehicle. To use the vent feature, press the “Vent” button in...
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Will a 4.0l engine and AWD 6 speed automatic from the 2007/8 Pacifica fit in the 2005 Pacifica?
You cannot use the engine and transmission combination in your vehicle. Your vehicle is not AWD and the two computer systems are not the same. The two have different wire harnesses. Different body designs lead to changes in engine cradle...
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Would bad spark plugs cause misfire in cylinder?
A misfire could be caused by a bad spark plug. It could also be caused by a bad coil, fuel injector, an air leak, a compression problem, or a camshaft problem, or yes, even a bad head gasket or a...
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Difficulty accelerating during cold start
Hey there. The most common causes of the decreased throttle response is due to a torque converter fault or a failing fuel pump. The first thing a technician would do is to check the code to get a better idea...
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P1659 ETCS RELAY OFF MALFUNCTION
Hi there, thanks for writing in. Unfortunately since your vehicle seems to be one not sold in the United States, I can't access any repair information for your N-WGN. The information should be readily available in a service manual for...
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What could cause odometer on 2012 Chevy Equinox LT, 3.0 engine to stop reading miles traveled?Tach and speedometer work normally.
The odometer is an integrated component of the instrument cluster and the instrument cluster will need to be removed and sent out for repair or replacement at an approved repair facility.
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Seat lever that moves the back of the seat is broken
It sounds like the seat lever may need replacing. The only place to get such a part is the dealership. I would recommend having a technician from YourMechanic come and replace the lever as needed.
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Is Chevy Equinox 2006 worth replacing oil pan gasket? 198,000 miles
Hi there. Replacing the oil pan gasket is part of an engines life and part of a vehicle's maintenance. Every vehicle will eventually need to have the oil pan gasket replaced. Before you replace the oil pan gasket, look around...
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Key not releasing from ignition
Hello. You appear to have a worn safety shifter position switch, which requires the transmission be in Park to remove the key. Move the shift lever a few times firmly into the Park position, and re-enter your key. There is...
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White smoke coming from exhaust.
White smoke is an indication of coolant burning, especially if you having to add coolant frequently. If the white smoke is coming out the exhaust pipe then it is most likely being consumed in the combustion chamber. A common cause...
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Code p0306 indicates that Cylinder 6 had too many misfires within a predetermined period of time.
Hi there. When it comes to a misfire to a cylinder, there are many possibilities that can cause this to happen. First check to see if the spark plug is firing on cylinder 6. Then check the fuel injector and...
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Frank, Id like to install cruise control into a chevy express 1500 AWD that currently does not have it. Is that possible? 2012 Chevrolet Express 1500
Hi there - yes, that would be possible, although the cost effectiveness of adding this feature to your current vehicle may not make sense. Adding cruise control could be done by either finding another Express van in a recycling yard,...
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my car dies when it idling
Hello, and thank you for writing in. You will want to turn your attention to the idle air control valve, throttle, and throttle position sensor. You can inspect the intake system for obvious vacuum leaks, a dirty filter, a clog,...
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Brake lights out in a 2005 Toyota Highlander
Your suspicions about the connector being faulty would be supported by your symptoms, but a blown fuse would result in none of the brake lights working. I would suggest having a certified mechanic like one from YourMechanic inspect your brake...
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Car bogging down in gear
Hello and thank you for your question. There could be a problem with the brakes not releasing or the transmission torque converter could have failed. Check all of the brakes and make sure that they are adjusted and working properly....
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What does the Passenger Air Bag Off indicator mean on?
While there are several important dash lights that provide information regarding your air bag system, the Passenger Air Bag off indicator is one of the most important. It’s simple – if the light is on, the system is off on...
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security indicator light
Hello. The problem you're having could be something as simple as a key fob battery going deade. You can have your key fob battery tested at most auto parts stores. To bypass the key fob put the key fob into...
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my 2005 hyundai elantra sunroof is stuck. it looks like it needs to tilt up in the back to seal up with the rest of the car.
You may have a broken roof track or something is binding the roof glass slide. Try to open the roof and lube the slides and try closing it. If the track is broken then the entire track will need to...
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Noisy lifters 1991 Mitsubishi Montero
Hello - your "noisy lifters" could have a couple of causes: worn out lifters (they're hydraulic by the way, not adjustable), or poor oil supply to them. Poor oil supply could be a blocked oil passage, worn out oil pump,...