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The engine running rough for a moment after using throttle body cleaner is a normal symptom. This should only last for a short period of time and then go away. If the issue does not go away after a few...

Hi there. What gear does it show when this occurs? Place the shifter in neutral and apply the parking brake, turn off the engine. Is the check engine light on? This could be a shifter concern, interlock switch concern, gear...

It’s important that you be able to charge your cell phone and use other accessories while you’re in your car. To help you do that, Nissan has included two power outlets (both are 12v rated for 10 amps). Here’s where...

Engine "seizures" are only caused by lack of engine oil, cooling system overheating, and internal mechanical breakage (e.g., timing chain/belt on interference engines). If the transmission fails, in any respect or due to any cause, there are no adverse consequences...

Generally, an oil leak should not cause a serpentine belt to come loose, however depending on the source of the oil leak and the severity of it, it could be possible. I would suggest having the serpentine belt tensioner checked...

Hello and thanks for your question. The code P2402 is usually caused by EVAP control system pump current goes higher than specified. The evaporative system pump could be drawing too many amps or the pump motor has a short in...

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Hi Vanessa. Thanks for contacting us tonight. I think what you are describing might be caused by an EVAP component failure, such as a purge valve or EVAP canister issue. The EVAP system is designed to filter harmful vapors from...

Hello there, many faults will cause your heat to blow cold and check engine light on with your 2007 Honda CRV. The first step in diagnosis would be to check what code your car has stored in the computer, this...

The most common cause of this issue is a faulty shift interlock solenoid. The shift interlock solenoid lock the shifter unless the key is in the on position and the brake pedal is depressed. Many times you can hear a...

The block heater connection if equipped is behind the front Ford emblem. Just flip it toward the passenger side to open the power port.

As you know, this controls the throttle plate inside the throttle body allowing air/fuel to pass through into the motor. Typically on start up, this light will come on for a few seconds as it performs a self test, but...

Your truck has a feature called Rear Park Aid to assist you in backing up. This feature makes a noise whenever there is something within close proximity to the rear bumper. This feature is only active when the vehicle is...

People say they burn oil, but in my experience only if you don't take care of the engine and change the oil enough. The problem with that is the Toyota has come up with the longer oil change. They...

Hi Daniel. Thanks for contacting us tonight. It's quite possible that these two warning lights - along with the 20 mph performance are caused by the same component - a damaged speed sensor. The reason your car is only going...

This vehicle engine has 4 O2 sensors. They are all located in the exhaust system. There is one near each exhaust manifold and they are labeled HO2S1-1 and HO2S 2-1. Then there are two after the catalysts down further in...

A faulted sensor like the steering angle sensor can cause these systems to malfunction. A steering angle reset is required with an alignment on these vehicles and involves a procedure that includes disconnecting the battery. If you'd like a fresh...

Hi there. Usually when your engine struggles to maintain a smooth idle while in gear it is attributed to fuel system issues ranging from dirty fuel injectors, to idle control valve that is damaged or a mass air flow sensor...

These two trouble codes are both related to the oxygen sensors located after the catalytic converter detecting that your vehicle is running lean. There could be a fuel pressure problem, vacuum leak, a vacuum hose left unplugged, an intake air...

Hello. This can be caused by a number of different issues. Most of the time this is caused by a bad brake switch. If the switch is shorting out, then it will cause the computer to think that the brakes...

If the starter motor is turning the engine over at adequate RPM, then you definitely do not have a starter motor issue. Even if you had a bad alternator (and the alternator should absolutely be tested, certainly when you install...

If the pressure drop exists "through" the fuel filter, then the fuel filter should be replaced. If the pressure at the exit side of the fuel filter is normal and yet the pressure on the fuel rail is essentially zero,...

It sounds like the ticking you are describing may be the result of an exhaust gasket leak. When the exhaust gasket begins to fail, this may cause this type of ticking sound as the engine RPM's increase. I would suggest...

Hi Katie. Thanks for contacting us today. An engine block heater is an optional upgrade on a 2000 Buick Lesabre, so it's possible that yours does not have one. However, if it does, it will be located on the rear,...

Hi there. It really depends on which state you live that will determine whether these issues will cause a failed emissions or safety inspection. In states that complete a safety inspection along with emissions test, these problems can often cause...