If you did not bleed the cooling system after performing the repair, there is probably air in the system. Air can be bled by running the engine with radiator cap removed and a special funnel installed, or by using a...
Hello. Overheating can be caused by many things. If you have replaced those cooling system components and the issues continue then there is likely a more serious issue with the engine that is causing the overheating. If the engine overheated...
Hi Anil. Thanks for contacting us today. P0141 is the OBD-II generic code indicating the Engine Control Module (ECM) has tested the O2 sensor heater circuit and detects a problem with the bank 1 sensor 2 oxygen sensor heater circuit....
Hi. If your seat belt lock is not working, then that is something that should be repaired as soon as possible for safety reasons. The seat belt should lock when the belt is moved at a quick rate as a...
This sounds correct, the problem lies within the rack and pinion assembly and is the most common problem for what you've described. This noise may be a problem that will get worse as the vehicle ages and may get to...
Hello, if you don't see any exterior leaks, then you most likely have a blown head gasket. Pull your engine oil dipstick and see if it looks like oil or chocolate milk. If it looks like chocolate milk the gasket...
Hi There, The Toyota Highlander is a fantastic SUV with great ratings. As you know, Toyota makes fantastic vehicles and they hold a great resale value. According to Kelly Blue Book, your price range of $21,000-25,000 is right in line...
Hello, thank you for writing in. With the vehicle stalling, my first instinct would be to check the charging system. That would be the battery and the alternator, their electrical wiring, and the terminals. When the system fails, all of...
Hi there. Generally, fuel filters should be replaced every 50,000 miles, so it's a good idea to have the fuel filter replaced for your Kia Soul if this hasn't been completed. You might benefit by downloading our mobile app, as...
If your power sun roof is having a hard time opening or closing, or is making strange noises while doing so, it’s a good idea to clean it. This will increase the health and life of your sun roof. To...
To answer your first question, "Is my engine dead?", I would fix the leak, add oil and see if the truck runs and if it runs, see if there's any noise. If the engine does run, and there is no...
There is no "direct" catalog interchange engine for your VIN because your present engine was installed at the factory with an engine specific computer(s), engine wiring harness, suspension (engine weights vary), and so forth. The alteration in weight will require...
Hello. If you have a check engine code for a catalytic converter then most of the time that is exactly what you need. In some cases a bad oxygen sensor can make it look like there is a bad converter....
When the drive belt is walking itself off the drive pulleys, it can be due to tension or pulley damage. If the belt tensioner spring is weak or broken, the belt will be loose and can begin to come off...
When the remote start front defrost feature is turned on, your front defroster will begin operating when the engine is turned on via remote start. To turn this feature on or off, follow these steps: 1. Press the Up/Down buttons...
Hi there. Your vehicle maybe experiencing an issue with it's throttle position sensor. This sensor tells your car how far your gas pedal is depressed telling the computer how much fuel and air to take in. Also, a lack of...
If your car is so equipped (optional), the four-wheel drive system offers intelligent operation and limits the input you need to provide to activate and operate it. If you’ve never driven a vehicle with an intelligent four-wheel drive system, here’s...
Hi there. Check the spark plugs in the engine and see if they have a bold spark. If the spark plugs and wires are old, they can cause the electrical current to flow slower than normal to the cylinder causing...
This may be a sign of warped brake rotors. As you may know, when you press on your brake pedal, this activates a hydraulic pressure which forces small pistons inside your brake calipers to push the brake pads against the...
On an electronic four wheel drive system such as this one there are a few different things that may trigger a four wheel drive light. A faulty solenoid or motor on the transfer case, an inoperative front differential actuator, or...
The published maintenance schedule for your vehicle only lists an inspection recommendation for the front suspension and that would be every 6,000 miles. There is no reference to lubricating ball joints or tie rod ends, on the maintenance schedule, presumably...
Hi Mike. Anytime you hear metal to metal coming from inside the bell housing of an automatic transmission, that's typically an indication of damage to the torque converter or flywheel. With 300,000+ miles on your Silverado, it's probably time to...
The ignition has four stages: Off, Accessory, On, and Start. To use the ignition, insert your key into the slot, and rotate clockwise. When you first insert your key, it will be in the Off position. If you turn the...
