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Hello there, your 2015 Chevrolet Equinox uses two fuel level sensors to determine the vehicles fuel level. The P2066 code is set when the ECU detects an out of range signal between the B sensor readings and the A sensor...

Diagnostic Trouble Code P0444 does not identify a fault that would cause the power loss you are describing although once the fault causing the power loss is repaired P0444 should still be resolved of course. The other code, namely P1892,...

Gap insurance is designed to cover the difference between what is owed on the vehicle (your car loan) and what the insurance company may pay out in the event of an accident or loss. Any example might be a situation...

It's quite likely the battery is dead, and all electrical functions are inoperative. All of the locks have mechanical actuators. A certified technician from YourMechanic can replace your battery at your home or office and get you on your way....

Hello, thanks for writing in about your Jaguar XF. You need to make sure you are not using the valet key for the vehicle or you will not be able to get into the trunk or operate components. Try another...

Hello. If the coolant temperature gauge is constantly fluctuating then the most common cause of this is a bad thermostat. If the thermostat is sticking or not opening and closing right then this will occur. It can also be a...

Taking on a project such as this takes lots of time, even for the most experienced mechanic. You will be re-engineering your car and this will require you to learn a lot and make a lot of decisions. There is...

Hello there, many different faults can cause your 2000 Ford Expedition to have a surging idle and stalling issues. You have done great so far in your diagnosis and repairs thus far. There are a few other potential causes such...

When you hear the noise, it may be a belt noise or a starter noise. The starter's on these engines have a problem with a gear reduction squeal during the engine's start up. To fix the issue the starter would...

Hi there. The major problem with ECU's is that they don't forget stored codes unless instructed to do so. This means that if you were getting this error code; which might be something wrong with the transmission control valve for...

Hi there. Based on what you've described, it seems like you may have either a combination meter issue or a loose/corroded connector/ground. Loose/corroded connectors can make some of the things in your vehicle behave erratic just as you mentioned. Make...

Hello - yes, a failed crankshaft or camshaft position sensor can cause a "loss of power" situation. The ignition system has a limited fallback ignition timing scheme to allow the vehicle to run, albeit with little power, to get safely...

According to the Toyota parts catalog, the short block used in the Tacoma from 1995 to 2004 is identical. That is, all those model years carry the same Toyota catalog part number, namely 1140075061. However, the cylinder head (the casting)...

It sounds like you have a leaking heater core inside the evaporator housing and would need to have it replaced. If you have the heater bypassed then you will not have heat inside the car and the temperature control will...

There are a wide variety of reasons why the Check Engine Light switch may be still on. In this era of Honda pilots, there was a known issue related to the transmission torque converter clutch solenoid which controls the engagement...

Hello. If the transmission gears are actually stripped then the transmission needs to be either rebuilt or replaced. It can be taken apart and inspected to see if it is savable but it may not be. If not then it...

If you have overheating only when you have the A/C on then you most likely have a bad fan clutch. The fan clutch should lock up when the added heat from the A/C is added from the condenser to the...

The crankshaft position sensor is typically mounted to the right of the oil filter on this engine model. Usually, the oil filter has to be removed to gain access. The camshaft position sensor should only be changed if it fails...

This sounds like potentially a idle air control problem. There is a component called an idle air control valve that regulates the amount of air flow at idle. When this is not operating correctly, the engine will not idle as...

There are a few things you can try to turn off your alarm. You can put the door key in a door and unlock it and lock it three times in a row. This usually works on the drivers door,...

Hello - fuel starvation or failing ignition could cause the behavior you are experiencing. If you accelerate from a standing start up a long hill, does the engine behave in the same way in each gear? Ignition problems will show...

Hi There, It sounds like your vehicle may be a bit low on transmission fluid or you may potentially have a bad transmission control solenoid. As you know, the transmission works on hydraulic pressure built up from the fluid inside...

Your transmission needs a vehicle speed sensor signal in order for it to shift. A bad sensor may be the cause of your problem and would need to be properly diagnosed by a qualified mechanic to scan for codes in...

The first thin to check is the oil and coolant in the engine to see if the engine is seized from no oil or overheating from loss of coolant. Your fuel pump in the fuel tank may have stopped pumping...

Hey there. In general, "yes", you can do this. Most automatic transmissions allow this, within limits of acceptable engine speed. But this will accelerate transmission internal clutch wear, with shock loads on the axles, CV joints, engine, and differential. Modern...