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I went through all the technical bulletins and recalls and did not find anything for reprogramming your computer or repairs to the TPS or throttle body. The ones that you are not finding may not be the right ones. I...

Hello. Yes. The small cable that is on the battery generally is for grounding purposes. Without that cable you won't have complete connection as far as electrical goes. If you need to have this checked, a qualified professional like one...

When a CD is playing, you can pause it by pressing the play/pause button on the infotainment system. Press this button a second time to resume playing.

Overheating in stop and go traffic can be due to non functioning electric radiator cooling fans. A poorly functioning water pump can be a cause, too, for example if the drive belt is not tight enough. If the car is...

Hello, thank you for writing in. The truck may be having issues with air sensors, fuel pressure, or other electronic issues. I have have to replace the fuel module and the mass airflow on my 1998 S10 with 168,000 miles....

Hi, thanks for writing in. This may be related to couple of things such as a vacuum leak or potentially an improperly adjusted throttle plate screw. When a vacuum leak is present in an engine, it can cause an imbalance...

During removal of the old belt, a special tool is used to position the tensioner in the fully retracted position, which makes it easy to slide the new belt over. On removal the instructions are to loosen the belt tensioner...

Hi Sammi. Thanks for sending your question today. I'm not quite certain what issue you're having with the Cobalt. If you press the throttle and the car does not move, but the RPM goes to 4,000 RPM, then you likely...

This may be a sign of a failing mass air flow sensor. The mass air flow sensor is a unit in the intake system that monitors air intake as it is mixed with fuel prior to being injected into the...

Sounds like you have done a lot of work on your van recently. It sounds like your vehicle went into failsafe mode causing it to lose power. My suggestion is to have a mechanic, like one from YourMechanic, come and...

Hello. If you have replaced these parts and it is still swaying then you need to check the tires. Make sure that they are the correct size. Aftermarket wheels will also cause this problem if they are not the correct...

Hello. Depending on what engine you have, the type of transmission in the van, and which mount you are replacing will determine the mount replacement procedure. You may have to drop the subframe to remove the mount you need to...

From what you describe it is the front wheel bearings in the front hubs that need replaced. You should also check the tires for uneven wear and need for tire rotation or alignment issues causing uneven tire wear.

What makes you think it is a fuel problem. I would need more information before I can help you diagnose the problem. The proper way to check for fuel issues is to put a fuel pressure gauge on the fuel...

Hello. Depending on what exactly needs to be repaired on the brakes would help me determine what the actual issue is. If you are consistently having the same brake failure than that does tell me that there is a larger...

Hi there. A humming noise usually indicates a worn pinion bearing or an incorrect backlash setting on the rear differential between the ring and pinion gear. Sometimes, if the pinion bearing develops play due to wear, the pinion gear will...

The Front Passenger Sensing system will help the airbags detect where the passenger is seating in terms of distance from the airbag. The system helps determine how the airbag should deploy in the event of a crash. To understand the...

Hello: In most cases, the OBD-II error code you wrote down in your question is related to a faulty crankshaft position sensor. When this component is damaged, it can impact the ignition timing of the engine, causing increased fuel consumption,...

The best thing really--those things were designed for ACDelco plugs they came with. And if it didn’t come with the Radian spark plugs, buy the AC or Radian, because they last longest. Since spark plugs were designed for an engine,...

The testing you did using the CIL may not have been done correctly. During these tests you will need to cycle the clutch and accelerate the engine when the separator codes were received. This is done with a superstar 2...

Hello. I found a couple links that may be of help to you. There are also a few sellers on eBay that I have run across which have great reviews. Though before purchasing, I suggest you send the seller a...

Hi There, Unfortunately, the video is a bit tough to hear the sound specifically, however this may potentially be caused by loose or worn wheel bearings. You can check this by jacking the vehicle up and moving the wheels on...

Hi there. In most cases where the temperature gauge is not working, it's due to an electrical issue; either a blown fuse or an engine temperature sensor is not working correctly. It would be a good idea to have a...

Hi and thanks for contacting YourMechanic. If the Check Engine Light says that your vehicle has a misfire, then you will need to check the spark plugs and wires. I suggest replacing the spark plugs if they have hot spots,...

Hello. If you keep having to add coolant to the engine then it may be possible that there is a coolant leak, or that the engine may be consuming it somehow. I would carefully inspect the engine for any signs...