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In order to make use of the convenience and enhance safety offered by the HandsFreeLink® (HFL) system in your car, you’ll need to first pair your phone. Thankfully, doing so is relatively straightforward. Here’s how to do it: Make...

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Hi there. The second switch on that turn signal indicator is the parking lights. However, I understand what you're thinking about doing and would highly recommend purchasing a detailed wiring schematic for your Mitsubishi or a repair and service manual...

A timing belt and cylinder head on a twin cam engine like the Lancer is a tricky business and there are a great many things that can go wrong during the course of the job. It could be something as...

The engine computer definitely needs to see engine RPM in order to power the coil. Between the ignition coils and the engine computer is an ignition coil power output stage unit which is supplied power from the engine computer. The...

Some manufacturers consider a small amount of headlight condensation as a normal condition. However, if it does not dry out with headlight use, there may be an issue with the headlight. If is does not dry out, bring it in...

Hi there! It sounds like there may be a a little air left in the clutch hydraulic system. Air in clutch lines will cause the exact scenario you describe. The air will be moved to a different location in the...

It is very possible that the intake air temperature sensor or the barometric pressure sensor will require replacement. What is likely happening is that there is a corrolation between these two sensors either because one of them is malfunctioning, there...

Hi Brandon. Thanks for contacting us. One thing you'll discover about cars is that there is a difference of what COULD be done, or SHOULD be done. This is a great example of this. Is it possible to complete a...

Hello! Your question related to the gas cap suggests that you may have the incorrect gas cap installed on your car (if the original problem was in fact the gas cap). Unlike most vehicles in earlier years, these are...

Engine stalling, or shutdowns, can be caused by a faulty mass airflow sensor, faulty camshaft or crankshaft position sensors, worn spark plugs, wires or defective ignition coil(s), inadequate fuel delivery or pressure (clogged fuel filter, injectors, faulty fuel pump or...

This may be a sign of a failing throttle position sensor. This sensor is usually located on the butterfly spindle or shaft so that it can directly monitor the position of the throttle. It relays the position of the throttle...

You should have the computer tested and fuel pressure tested to help isolate the problem. You may have a fuel or ignition related problem that needs to be isolated first. The igniter or coil may be not supplying enough spark...

I would agree. The ignition switch is sounding like the main suspect on your Suburban. That's the only thing that could lock your steering and then cause instrument cluster to not turn on. If you want to have this checked,...

It is usually best to change all the coils when chasing a misfire with engines of this age and mileage. If one is weak, they are likely all weak. When you changed the plugs, was there oil in the spark...

If the battery tested good, then I would suspect a problem with the alternator. The battery is basically just an electronic storage device that must be charged regularly by the alternator. In addition, there are a couple dozen modules aboard...

Hello, thank you for writing in. There may be several components you will have to inspect before you find the issue. You will want to start with the distributor cap. Make sure it is clean and dry inside. Jerking when...

Hello. If the theft light is coming on then it is causing the vehicle not to start. Most of the time the issue is caused by either the key failing or the key sensor located in the key lock cylinder....

Let's start with your low battery issue. It sounds like something in the electrical system is staying on over night that shouldn't be. Your intermittent Check Engine Light sounds like it could be related to your idling issue. My advice...

Hello. It is possible that there is a wiring issue, or that the carburetor is actually leaking fuel into the engine which flooded it. I usually pull the spark plugs first to see if they are covered in fuel. If...

Although you catalytic converter may still allow the car to run, there is often times no telling when it will cause the car to not run. As you have experienced, this will cause the car to get very poor fuel...

With the code P0017, the crankshaft position sensor is not picking up the engines speed properly. Check the following areas for any issues to fix your P0017 code issue. Check the following: The timing chain could be stretched The...

An engine that won't crank indicates a problem with the starting/charging system. Since you said the vehicle will start with a jump, you can rule out the starter and its corresponding control circuitry. The most likely cause is a battery...

Hey there. I would start with testing your battery and alternator with a multi-meter. Good batteries hold a charge of 12.6 volts or higher. If the battery is low, try to jump start it. If this starts your vehicle, test...

Shaking or vibration may be caused by many different things such as faulty spark plugs, poor fuel pressure or misfires. Other things such as a faulty idle air control valve may cause the engine idle to drop below the normal...