The reverse lights are controlled by the neutral safety switch on the transmission as a computer input to the front control and rear control modules. These modules are accessed by using a scanner to scan for codes and data input...
Any time a car isn't starting I remember the 3 things an engine needs to run. It needs air, fuel, and spark. It sounds like your starter is working fine otherwise you wouldn't be almost running and backfiring. My gut...
Hello, thank you for writing in. The charging system needs to be inspected. With the vehicle off, remove the negative battery cable and the the positive in order to remove the battery from the vehicle. From there you can inspect...
Hi there - if I'm reading your notes correctly, you "checked" the plugs and wires, but did not replace them. For your mileage, you need to replace the spark plugs at least, and possibly the plug wires as well. Misfiring...
Hello there. It sounds like there may be a few things going on. The noise could be a number of things, such as the belt idler, engine misfire, injectors, engine mechanical damage, or the turbo. A rattling noise is not...
Was the blower motor resistor replaced ? It may be the problem. The function of the resistor is to regulate the amount of voltage to the blower motor in order to regulate the speed. If straight voltage was applied to...
From what you are explaining and from my experience with this vehicle it does sound like a transmission failure. It is common for the forward clutch back to fail all of a sudden, or for the forward clutch case to...
The ESP light could be coming on for the motor that helps the steering on the steering column shaft. The clicking noise that you are hearing could be the clock spring going bad in your steering column. The springs are...
It sounds like you may have a throwout bearing that is hanging up. When the car is not running, nothing within the transmission is spinning, thus it is possible to put the car in gear. With the engine running, there...
Hi there. It sounds to me as if your AC's fan is interfering with something in the track of its spinning. Also your issue can point to your AC compressor clutch not gripping the pulley correctly. I'd suggest having a...
Hi there - short answer is "No". These inertia switches were popular with Ford designs in years past, but GM does not use them for this model. Check fuses for the fuel pump and fuel pump relay. If the fuel...
Hey There: Sorry to hear about the problem you're experiencing with your 97' Pontiac Firebird. What you're describing actually happened to an acquaintance of mine last year. He tried every trick in the book, including the "gas in the spray...
The EPC light is indicating a fault in the electronic throttle control system. The best way to narrow down the issue is to read out the fault codes in the engine management system; there could be issues with the throttle...
Although a number of different things could be causing this issue, I would say the most likely cause would be an issue with the steering angle sensor. The steering angle sensor is the only part I can think of that...
That particular sensor is a dealer item only. You would need to call your local dealer for proper pricing. They should scan and check your car's computer system for the bad sensor by looking at the data output by sensor....
You may be hearing the normal metallic material in your new pads rubbing on the rotors. The material in some types of brake pads has metallic bits of metal in the brake pad when it is made. Sometimes clumps of...
Your car’s rearview mirror provides essential visibility out of the back window. However, you will need to adjust it periodically, as well as after anyone else has driven the car. Here’s what you need to do: Grasp the mirror...
Hi there - a leaking valve cover gasket can cause misfires if spark plugs, plug wires/boots or coils get wet with oil, and there is a risk of fire if oil leaks onto the exhaust manifold. So it makes good...
Hi there: We're seeing more of these questions frequently with late 1990's Chevrolet's. Although there are multiple issues that could cause an engine to not start, the most common repair we're seeing is replacing the crankshaft position sensor. This component...
This is very likely related to something that increases with engine speed. The drive or serpentine belts can make squeaking noises that will speed up as they do with engine speed. This is usually due to a loose or slipping...
Hello. Locating a coolant leak can be a challenge. The coolant system operates under a low pressure. When you need to locate a leak, you must create that pressure. There is a tool called a coolant pressure tester that can...
The fuel and/or ignition system has an intermittent fault due to an electrical problem. The sensors that feed into these systems could be implicated. The Factory Service Manual has a decision tree to diagnose an issue such as this. Basically,...
Return the vehicle to the service facility; something could have been left loose, or maybe a faulty starter assembly was installed. I have heard similar complaints with different outcomes. When the vehicle is cold, check the power steering fluid...
If your car is new, you will need to break it in. Here are some guidelines to follow: 1. For the first 500 miles, avoid towing a trailer. 2. For the first 1,200 miles, avoid overly quick starts, or hard...
Hi there. What you are describing is common with a CVT malfunction. This unique to Nissan transmission has experienced some hit and miss issues as you've described and can cause the type of warning lights and symptoms you've described. However,...
