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You should check the fuel injection pressure regulator for leaking fuel through the top vacuum port and if it is then replace it. Also replace the brake booster check valve on the brake booster. This should be the cause of...

Hello! The easiest way to locate a coolant leak is to have the cooling system pressure tested, which can be performed when the engine is cold. The failed component would most likely be the coolant pump; it's usually good practice...

I would say that there is some sort of malfunction with either the control side of your coil that is causing the coil to stay energized or there is a problem with your spark plug. If the spark plug has...

Hi there - a timing chain "kit" for this engine includes multiple timing chains (3), multiple timing chain guides (2), 3 timing chain tensioners (1 primary, and one for each cylinder head chain), idler gears, and a handful of seals...

Hi there. Looks like the gaskets are the same for the turbo and non turbo engines. I recommend asking the local parts store for to see a valve cover gasket for the non turbo engine and a gasket for a...

The BeltAlert seat belt reminder alerts you when the driver or front seat passenger does not have their seat belt on. The seat belt reminder detects whether there is a person in the passenger seat, and reminds them to put...

If you car does not go into drive or reverse, your mechanic is most likely talking about replacing the valve body inside the transmission. This is part of the transmission that directs transmission fluid to build hydraulic pressure, which is...

This may be a couple of different things. When a transmission is low on fluid, this can cause a jerking reaction as you describe. Automatic transmissions use pressurized hydraulic fluid to change gears. Every time a gear change is required,...

Your vehicle’s clock is available in both 12 and 24-hour modes. To choose the setting for your clock, follow these quick steps: 1. Press the Trip Computer switch until the settings menu shows up. 2. Rotate the Trip Computer switch...

Based on your description of the problem, I would guess that you have a bad wheel speed sensor or a tone ring that is jammed up with rust. The tone ring is a ring on the wheel hub with slots...

It does sound like the battery is due for replacement. Slow cranking and dimming lights are a telltale sign. I highly doubt it is the starter or the alternator, especially since your vehicle has such low mileage. However, a trained...

This would depend on what exact coolant was used in the vehicle. There are many coolants that are made that are supposed to be Universal and for all vehicles. If you use Universal coolant in your vehicle, it is very...

Hi there. If you removed a fuse and tried to crank the engine over without it, it's possible that it may have damaged an electrical relay to the starter or perhaps blown a fuse to the starter relay. It's also...

If the alarm is sounding even when the security system is not activated, that points to a controller issue and such will have to be diagnosed. I would recommend requesting an electrical components diagnostic and the responding certified mechanic will...

In order to replace the starter on this engine the intake manifold need to be removed. It is recommended to replace intake gaskets at the same time the starter is replaced. There has been reports of the incorrect starter is...

It is possible that there could be an issue with the fuel injector or the compression on that cylinder. I would recommend having the compression tested on all the cylinders to ensure that the piston rings are functioning properly.

It could be either one and it's impossible to say without inspecting the car. The difference between the O'Reilly diagnosis and the dealer's is probably one of equipment. O'Reilly uses a generic OBD-II scanner and the dealer should be using...

Hi there, thank you for writing about your 2013 Audi S5. Your vehicle has electrically-assisted steering, so your car's power steering module may be causing the steering problems. Audi has a software update for the power steering module - Ref:...

If the vehicle sounded like it was in neutral and not moving while in gear, this is quite likely related to a transmission issue, which may be any number of things. This may indicate a failing speed sensor. The transmission...

Hi there. The gears 3rd and 4th are both on the main shaft inside the transmission. Those gears have a synchronizer that connects the gears together. The reverse gear does not have a synchronizer to make the gear work. It...

Sounds like the water pump went bad and broke the timing belt and now the engine will not start. Have the engine timing checked and the water pump to see if it is broken.

The computer system would need to be checked for codes, for the rheostat that controls the lights to the instrument panel. If all the other lights work from the dimmer control, then an instrument cluster internal issue may be the...

If this is a new or rebuilt transmission, and external controls (throttle position sensor, solenoids, TCM, harness, etc.) have ALL been diagnosed and tested, the transmission is likely defective and should just simply be returned to the vendor, again though...