If the old bulb wasn't burnt out by the ballast, the new ones shouldn't either. The most likely cause of your woes are the cheap bulbs. I would strongly suggest only purchasing name brand bulbs. They may be much more...
Hey there. I recommend having an expert drive the vehicle to verify the noise so the noise can be isolated to an engine or transaxle problem. With the symptoms you describe, a rattle that only happens over 40 mph may...
Hi there. This noise can be caused by a few things. Most of the time it is caused by a loose heat shield on the exhaust. When this occurs you will hear the noise as the shield rattles and some...
Hello, thank you for writing in. Considering the work already completed, we can assume for the moment that the throttle and pedal's sensor are both working. If you have not already re-scanned the vehicle for codes, do so first. You...
I would recommend comparing the cost of the engine replacement to the value of the vehicle. If the cost of the engine replacement exceeds the value of the vehicle with its current mileage, I would recommend against replacing the engine...
You may have a clogged heater core which may be preventing the heater from working properly. Generally, a blown head gasket would cause the car to overheat and would eventually get worse to a point where the vehicle would no...
Hello. This sounds like you may have a short in the wiring that goes to the brake light switch. I would recommend having a qualified professional use a digital multimeter to test the brake switch circuit for excess resistance. If...
Hi there. It is possible that the wrong oil was used or this can occur if a poor quality oil filter was installed. Most of the time though on this vehicle it is caused by a failure in one of...
Hi There, Code P1406 relates to the EGR valve as you may know. The EGR valve is a small component designed to allow the flow of exhaust gases into the intake manifold in controlled amounts. Whenever you start the engine,...
Hey there. As you may know, this may be caused by a few different things, one of which is a faulty sensor (which you have already replaced). This may also be caused by an intake air leak, leaking or dirty...
You do not need to remove the throttle body. Once you remove the air cleaner and air inlet tube to the throttle body then drain coolant. Remove hose from thermostat outlet pipe. Remove the exhaust crossover pipe and then you...
The code P2a00 can be caused by a few different causes. The O2 sensor or wiring, exhaust gasket leak, clogged injectors or a catalyst problem. Have all these items checked and replace or repair as needed. If you need assistance...
The rearview mirror is an important safety feature that gives the driver visibility out of the rear window. Before operating your vehicle, you should always adjust your rearview mirror so that you have maximum visibility. To adjust the rearview mirror,...
Most of the time if the vehicle has one of these switched it will be located in the rear near the fuel pump itself. It is also possible that this switch could be located near the fuse box up in...
Hi There, You may want to double check the ground connection to the chassis of the truck. As you may know, the ground wire connects the vehicle battery to the metal chassis, completing a circuit. Without the ground wire, the...
Parking on a hill can be tricky. Forgetting just one thing could leave your car in danger of rolling away, causing damage to it, other cars, buildings, and even people. Here’s how to do it safely: Put on...
The Factory Service Manual contains the complete diagnostic decision tree, and all documentation, for the issue you are describing. There should be a pressure test port; if not, a tee fitting can be installed to check pressure. There is also...
The problem sounds like the filter is getting clogged or the front main transmission pump is getting weak and internal seals are leaking. I would suggest having the filter screen cleaned and fluid replaced to see if shifting improves? If...
This is a very common question for many people as the service intervals tend to vary depending on the make of the vehicle, the specific type of service being recommended and the recommended return for service date as indicated by...
The system is powered by the #8, 10 amp fuse located under the dash on the left side of the fuse box. This fuse powers the power window relay in the same box, then a circuit breaker powers through the...
Many brake pads will make noise when installed. This is usually material noise that may or may not go away. One thing you could do that may help, is to lubricate the contact points on the brake pads. You'll find...
The loose fuel cap Warning Light is located on the instrument panel. This light illuminates when the fuel cap is not properly secured. When you notice this light, secure the fuel cap as soon as is safely possible.
With the engine off you should first using soapy water brush and clean area where fluid was spilled. Then rinse off soap. If you still cannot remove oils then have a professional steam clean off engine for you so the...
