There won't be any issues removing the lower fork on the strut. It may make installation a bit easier to get it loose so the control arm can at least be aligned with the vehicle and the bolts started. If...
Hello. From what you've described it would appear that your vehicle may have suffered serious transmission issues. Slipping and grinding sounds are commonly associated with internal transmission issues. It may be possible that the torque converter or transmission gears have...
From what you've described, it sounds like your timing belt teeth are broken off at the crank gear. You may have bent the valves now since the engine was turning and the cam was not. If this occurs it can...
Hi there. The most common cause of the speedometer quitting and the Check Engine Light coming on is the vehicle speed sensor. This sensor is located on the transmission and sends a speed signal to the computer to allow the...
The one-touch down power window allows the driver to roll down the window all the way, with just a quick touch of the button. To use the one-touch down power window, press the driver’s Power Window switch down fully, and...
Hello, thank you for writing in. The vehicle is likely experiencing issues with the transmission. The first step to take is having the vehicle scanned for diagnostic codes, and use them to help point you in the right direction. If...
While your Maintenance Minder™ is primarily designed to let you know when it’s time for your next oil change, it also displays codes for other needed services based on vehicle mileage. There are several different codes that can be displayed,...
Hello. There are several different things that could be causing your starting issue. There could be a bad spot in your starter which would make the vehicle hard to start. You could have an intermittent fuel pump problem which would...
You'll have to go through a stalling diagnostic but the good news is the symptoms you are describing are fairly dramatic and so the cause is likely to be readily found. Common causes of engine stalling include a faulty mass...
Sure you can. They all mix. Just make sure it's the 4+. It's the same design; they all mix perfectly fine. There is no problem in doing that at all. If you would like to have a technician perform this...
I don't think it would damage the elements since they are encased in plastic material. I would however recommend not spraying anything directly on the seats. In the future you should apply it on a clean rag and wipe it...
Well there are many different makes and models in which this would vary significantly. Most vehicles have a latch on the inside that will allow the trunk to be opened. Although older vehicles didn't have this option. If the latch...
Both your brakes and your clutch (if you have a stick shift) are hydraulic, and require fluid in order to operate. Checking the level of fluid in both reservoirs is important – low fluid can lead to component damage or...
Hello, on this particular model of vehicle they have whats called a blend door actuator in the HVAC unit under the dash. If it doesn't switch from defrost to front air, this is probably your issue. This repair is very...
Hi, thanks for writing in. The title reading for code P0113 is Intake Air Temperature Sensor High Circuit. Check the intake air temperature sensor to see if it was left unplugged or have the sensor tested b a professional to...
The first task is to find out what problem code is causing the Check Engine light to come on. Most auto parts stores will plug in a code reader for free (on a time-available basis) and tell you what code(s)...
To signal right lane change, lightly pull up on the turn signal lever (located on the left side of the steering wheel), and release the lever when you wish to stop signaling the lane change. To signal a left lane...
Hello and thank you for your question. You cannot cover up a misfire. Check the spark plug wires and check the spark plugs. Also, check the fuel injector to the cylinder that is misfiring and see if the injector is...
Hi there. If the new power steering pump is failing, then it is defective and needs to be replaced. Double check to see that the lines are installed correctly and are tight. As for the battery, it may just need...
Hello. C0327 is the trouble code for a malfunction with the transfer case encoder motor as you alluded. This is the electric motor that allows the transfer case to engage into 4wd mode. This code is commonly caused by water...
Your car is equipped with a number of important warning lights. The Brake light is there to warn you of a potential problem with the brake system. There are a couple of reasons that this light may come on: ...
A rough idle may be caused by many different things such as low fuel pressure, low voltage to the fuel injectors, dirty fuel injectors, a vacuum leak, a faulty Oxygen sensor or a dirty or failing idle air control valve....
Hello there, many faults will cause your 2003 Land Rover Range Rover to take multiple tries to start. It is great you have already replaced the battery as this is a very likely cause in most cases. There are many...
This is related to your vehicle's traction control. VSC stands for Vehicle Stability Control. Your car is equipped with wheel speed sensors on each of the four wheels that monitor wheel speed while relaying this information constantly to the traction...
