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The AC compressor clutch coil assembly may be inoperative causing your problem. The complete system would need checked. I would recommend having a mechanic, like the certified ones at YourMechanic, come and check it out for you to see what...

Without more information, it will be difficult to estimate the price of the service on the car, but it looks like this diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P003B, is related to the vehicle's turbo charger, which may need service or replacement....

Hi There, It sounds like you may have a dirty or failing idle air control valve causing your engine idle to fluctuate and eventually stall. The idle air control valve is a small valve on the engine's intake system that...

If the humming noise occurs when the car is stationary with the engine on at any RPM, then it is engine or transmission related but the noise could originate from an accessory drive on the engine. However, if the noise...

There could be multiple deficiencies that, added together, create the poor operation. You can look at short and long term fuel trim on a scan tool and make some inferences as to the condition of the fuel injectors. Given the...

Overheating often has rather mundane causes such as a stuck cooling system thermostat, plugged radiator, inoperative water pump, or even simply a low coolant level. Consequently, you could probably get the overheating issue resolved rapidly by requesting an overheating diagnostic....

Hello there, the spark plugs on your 2008 Acura RDX are replaced in regular service intervals. The service interval for your vehicle states the spark plugs should be replaced every 60,000 miles. The RDX is equipped with a maintenance minder...

The low fuel Warning Light is located on your instrument panel, next to your fuel gauge. When your vehicle is nearly out of fuel, the low fuel Warning Light will illuminate, and be accompanied by a chime. The light will...

The solenoid may be removed without removing the valve body, however, the valve body will need to be removed in order to get the harness out safely without damaging it. There are two bolts that hold the solenoid in as...

It depends on the origin of the noise and/or problem. If the rumbling is due, say, to an exhaust leak and the leak is, say, in the exhaust manifold you risk carbon monoxide poisoning by driving the car. If the...

Active front head restraints are different from standard (inactive) head restraints. They’re designed to be a supplemental part of your safety network in the car, working with your seat belts and air bags to reduce the chance of serious injury....

Hi there. The clicking noise could be coming from the brake pads shifting around when the brake pedal is released. The fluid noise could be just fuel in the tank sloshing around if your fuel level is low. I recommend...

It is a common problem with this car to have the key wear down and not trigger the tumblers in the key cylinder. The only fix will be to replace the key assembly and switch. I would suggest having a...

A camshaft position sensor is a sensor that monitors camshaft speed to regulate ignition timing and fuel injection timing. This is a small sensor that is usually easily replaced and fairly inexpensive. The coolant control valve controls the flow of...

I was just working on one the other day. They are fun and reliable if they are not very old and worn out with high mileage. My customer only got 69,000 miles on his so it's still fun and reliable....

Hi there. If you have to press the relay in order for the starter to engage, it's possible that the relay housing itself is damaged or the relay itself is the source of your problems. You might want to have...

Today’s drivers and passengers demand power on the go to charge everything from cell phones to tablets and more. Power sockets allow you to connect chargers, hook up TVs and DVD players, charge your laptop and much more. Here’s where...

Nissan has built a number of reminders into your Altima. For instance, if the engine is running, the car is in drive and you’re not wearing your seat belt, you’ll hear a chime. You’ll hear a similar chime if the...

The turn signals are powered in a couple different ways. The brake light fuse and the turn fuse. If either are blown then you will have issues of no turn signal or turn signal stops when you push on the...

Hi Sean, I believe you are correct in that you may have a faulty wheel speed sensor at one of your wheels that may be dirty or not working properly. The traction control system monitors the steering and stability of...

Hello, thanks for writing in. I'd be happy to offer my insight. It sounds like your car has an electrical problem. I would start by checking the signal going to the transmission from the computer. It may not have the...

Tires generally should not be left in service on a car for more than 10 years after the date of manufacture molded onto the tire sidewall. Once tires reach 4/32 inch of remaining tread depth, it is wise to start...

If you are referring to P0320 - Ignition/Distributor Engine Speed Input Circuit code, then the most common cause of the problem is the crankshaft position sensor. This sensor controls ignition timing of the engine and when it fails the computer...

Hello there, many faults will cause your 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo to not start after the belt came off. When the belt comes off, this indicates there is a problem in the drive belt system. The most common issues are...

Hello, thanks for writing in. I have not seen an instance where just replacing the receiver drier has fixed any problems with this A/C alone. You may indeed have a problem with the condenser or compressor, as you mention. I...