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The P0128 code is most likely caused by one of the following three issues: a faulty thermostat, a faulty engine coolant temperature sensor, or a processing error in the ECM. The coolant temperature needs to measured using a temperature gun...

The transmission shift cable or linkage may have failed. The reason you can't restart is if that cable failed you might be stuck in a position where the neutral start (safety) switch is in a position that prevents starter operation....

The problem is the battery is not supplying enough voltage to the ignition lock to release the ignition key. I recommend having a qualified technician perform a battery test to see what the output of the battery is. If it...

There are no problems that stand out on this car for your hydraulic leak; the entire convertible top system would need to be inspected to see if one of the cylinders, lines, or pumps are leaking on your car. I...

Diagnostic Trouble Codes can never be used to "directly" condemn parts. In the case of an oxygen sensor, the oxygen sensor output must be evaluated on a scope to determine if the sensor itself is bad or if you perhaps...

Hello. If this happened right after moving, then the computer may still need to adjust to the new elevation. The computer has an adaptive memory that must adjust to the elevation. If that is not the cause and if you...

What you're experiencing is torque steer, which is the tendency for a front-wheel drive vehicle (such as yours) to pull to one side under acceleration. Some torque steer is normal in a front wheel drive vehicle. However, there are several...

If there is no noise in reverse, regardless of engine speed while in reverse, then you have eliminated the engine as a source of the noise but implicated the transmission and/or the drive axles. However, engine speed is typically low...

High resistance grounds or "poor connections" are different than a dead short. To know whether or not a specific short circuit, in wiring or a device, could potentially damage the PCM, it is necessary to know exactly where in the...

Your car has Electronic Power Steering Assist (EPSA). In this system, the EPSA module takes inputs from various sensors, and uses that information to control a reversible motor inside the power steering rack. The main input to the EPSA module...

Ruling out ignition or fuel system problems is a lot of work. I usually do it by substituting components from non working cylinders to working cylinders to see if the misfire moves. Misfires on one side of the engine like...

Hello there, many faults will cause your 1999 Dodge Durango to have a rough idle and smoke. There are several different colors of smoke that can come from and engine. Grey smoke is typically oil, black smoke is unburnt fuel...

It would be difficult to determine the exact cost of all of these parts without checking with your local parts dealer. I can say that it is very likely with installing a system such as this on your vehicle and...

Generally, there are only a few places for leaking transmission fluid to go to since it does not burn off inside the transmission, unlike motor oil inside an engine. You have already ruled out the possibility of an external leak...

You should ensure that the battery is in a good state of charge. There is a test that can be performed to confirm this. Let say for now that the battery is in a good state. The clicking type noise,...

The DEF tank is not serviceable except as an assembly and the entire tank will need to be replaced as an assembly. Make sure to not over fill the tank.

This is a very common problem with the type of vehicle you have. If your ignition key looks worn down at all the key will need to be replaced. On some occasions the lock cylinder will need to be replaced...

The chip key will not work unless it was programmed to work on your 2001 Toyota Solara. You will have to have the key reprogrammed to work with your car or the anti-theft system will not be turned off. You...

This could be an indication of either a cooling system issue, or possibly a head gasket. Never check the cooling system on a hot engine, or when the system is pressurized, or serious injury may result. The cooling system will...

Hello there, many common problems will prevent your 2007 Nissan Altima from starting properly. The steering wheel lock and brake switch are both common failure points but if these did not fix the issue the car will need further diagnosis....

Hi there. Check the blend doors to the heater system. The doors could have a leak with the weather stripping. Then check the air ducting in the dash up by the heater blower motor and see if there is a...

The broken bar may be the rear sway bar link arm has broken and may cause the vehicle to become unstable. I recommend limited driving until a mechanic like one from YourMechanic fixes the problem and inspects it for safety...

It is not legal in any State to remove emissions on any vehicle since it is a Federal Law to not alter the emissions of a vehicle. You would need to put the catalyst back to original or the vehicle...

Great description of the problem - your observations helped eliminate the issues it could possibly have. From what you've described, you may have a clogged heater core. Fix and flush your system. While flushing the system, make sure you look...