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As batteries get older they start to lose their ability to maintain a full charge, this is known as a sulfated battery, it will need replacement.

The best way to locate a fluid leak of any kind is to first clean the entire area that the leak is suspected to be coming from. Then allow time for the area to dry or use compressed air to...

Hi there - in general, YES, most industry experts recommend changing engine coolant, power steering fluid and brake fluid on 2 year intervals. Changing transmission fluid (and filter) can get into a "religious" discussion. Many vehicles today are delivered with...

Hey there. This may very well be a sign of a bad thermostat or something else such as failing coolant fan relays. As you may know, the thermostat regulates the flow of coolant in and out of the engine...

It is possible that the refrigerant may be low again or you may have a bad pressure sensor in the AC system. If there is low pressure, or the computer thinks there is low pressure due to a bad sensor...

Hello there, thank you for asking about your 2014 Hyundai Elantra. Car batteries are generic, except the very sophisticated battery packs used in electric or hybrid electric vehicles. In terms of physical size, capacity, and terminal type and position though,...

This issue seems to me like it would be caused by the brake switch. When the brake switch is engaged, the brake lights come on. There is also a shift interlock solenoid in most vehicles that is not acted...

The odometer would need to be removed and sent out for repair or replacement. The problem is that the entire cluster would need to go to the repair shop to be fixed. I recommend having a mechanic, such as one...

In many circumstances, the O2 sensors are not the only culprit of a lean fuel curve. In many cases, a clogged fuel injector nozzle can also trigger the most common OBD-II error code (P-2191) that indicates a lean condition exists....

Since you've said it doesn't do the fourth gear but can do other gears, the bearings in the transmission are worn out. You might change the fluid in the transmission and put in heavier weight, maybe full-synthetic gearbox oil, and...

Hello there. When checking the fluid, the top must be in the service position for an accurate reading. This should show the fluid level at the proper level once the top is in the service position. The bolt and...

It's not uncommon for your battery to be drained down if your car sits for a month without starting. Modern vehicles have a lot of technology which requires a lot of computers. Those computers have what is called keep alive...

You may be having a problem with one or more of the wheel speed sensors. Make sure all of the tires are of the same size and type and then have the system checked to see what wheel speed sensor...

Hello, thank you for writing in. The vehicle uses an electric trunk release, and is likely having an electrical issue. There is a fuse to check and make sure it is good. After that you are in a position to...

Hi there. Most of the time, when an engine swap is completed, it's with the precise engine that was offered in the vehicle you currently own. This is done to ensure you don't have misalignment issues, problems with transmission or...

Hello. Most vehicles do not have to have the catalytic converter replaced unless it becomes damaged due to road debris or it overheating severely. With that said, it is possible your car may be running a bit too rich (too...

This may be due to a faulty heater blower motor or potentially a bad heater core. As you may know, the heater core is a small radiator like unit that circulates the hot coolant from the engine through the heater...

Hello. Sounds like you have a cooling system leak, and you have air inside the engines coolant passages. The engine will violently boil off the coolant inside the engine as you have observed. Let it cool, refill with coolant, turn...

Hello. If the engine will stay cool with the AC on or when the vehicle is moving then there is a cooling fan circuit issue. The computer may not be turning on the fan when the engine is getting hot....

The daytime running lights are mild headlights that can be used when driving your vehicle during the daytime. The daytime running lights will automatically turn on when the headlights are not turned on, the car is running, and the shifter...

Hello. Though this vehicle will be fun to drive, it will be much more expensive to maintain then the Infiniti is. The cost for every service is more expensive, and normal wear parts like brakes and tires will typically cost...

Hello. If you are getting excessive camber, you still may have lower control arm or joint wear and should be checked when you are replacing the struts that are making the knocking noise. Make sure the upper strut bearing mount...

Hi there. The P0011 OBD-II error code indicates that you have an over advanced timing issue, which might be the reason why your engine stumbles for a brief moment when it's cold and first starts. Ignition timing is typically monitored...

I would recommend starting with having your vehicle checked for trouble codes with an OBD2 scanner. Once the codes have been pulled by a knowledgable technician, a strategic diagnosis plan can be made. The Check Engine Light code will aid...

I would have the tire size double checked as a 60 series tire will generally be taller if the profile number does not change. The tire light is probably due to a failed tire monitoring system initialization which should have...