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You certainly don't see many Pontiac Torrents around. The 3.4L is a common engine, however, and I know it well. Since it doesn't use a timing belt, I assume you must mean you replaced the serpentine belt. The only way...

Hi there. Your vehicle does have the CVT transmission in it and color varies by brand of CVT fluid used. The maintenance interval for that transmission is 60,000 miles and should be kept regularly to prevent know CVT transmission failures....

Hi Jennifer. Thanks for writing in today. When it comes to extended warranties, it really is a hit or miss proposition. If you are going to be driving your vehicle frequently - especially in city stop and go driving, then...

It sounds like you may have more than one issue with your car. The vibrating sounds like a wheel bearing and the clanking noise sounds like you might have a ball joint or a tie rod end that is worn...

Hello, thank you for writing in. These situations are understandably questionable. The service providers at a lot of common oil changing and tire repair centers will quote you for a variety of things that can be updated. This does not...

If the headlight circuit uses a ballast, or other control circuitry, the output of the circuit should be tested. If power to the bulb is verified, and is within the Factory Service Manual specification, then the bulb is defective. If...

Hello. Most of the time, if this is occurring and there is no Check Engine Light, it is because there is a transmission related issue. To diagnose this, I usually start by checking the transmission pressure to see if it...

You should have your exhaust checked to see if you have something like a plastic bag stuck to the exhaust burning and causing smell. If not then check the engine for oil leaks to see if valve cover or oil...

Your car's air conditioning system is driven by an air conditioning compressor that has a small clutch on compressor pulley. When this becomes worn out or not properly lubricated enough, this can cause it to fail which can make a...

You can follow this link which will ring you to a page where you can request several estimate and recommendations based on your vehicles mileage. In many cases, a 120k service may include but is not limited to a transmission...

Hi there. One of the issues with the Uconnect system on newer Dodge / Chrysler vehicles is the confusion on how to completely disable the system; so it won't interrupt music or other communication. The truth is there is no...

The low pressure light is your oil pressure for the engine and if you loose the oil pressure to all the internal bearings can cause major engine damage. You will need to have your engine checked to see if this...

Hello. I believe the circumstance you are experiencing is from a worn component in the rear end, such as a bad wheel bearing or axle. I suggest that you have the rear end of the truck evaluated by a technician....

Hello. If this happened right after replacing the battery terminal, then you may have a security system issue or a problem with the crank position sensor. Most of the time when you have a loss of voltage, the security system...

Hi. If by loose you mean a low pedal, you might have a hydraulic leak. The hydraulic system on your brakes is a sealed system. If you develop a leak, the pedal can go to the floor. Leaks can be...

The rearview mirror is an important safety feature that provides you with visibility out your rear window. Before driving, you should always adjust your rearview mirror so that you have maximum visibility. To adjust the mirror, manually move it up,...

Used parts are sometimes acceptable; you just have to be careful and appreciate the risks. For it to be worthwhile be sure the discount is substantial. As a rough approximation, a used part would have to be no more than...

Hi, thanks for writing in. Your engine has six coils, one per cylinder. The connector should be squeezed then pull off the coil. Hope this helps and best of luck.

Hi there. What you are describing is typically an indication a broken or cracked exhaust manifold or exhaust pipe downstream. The exhaust systems on cars, trucks and SUV's are finely tuned to expel exhaust gases from the combustion chamber and...

There are small bus computers in your vehicle that control multiple items throughout the car. There is a bus controller in each door on the car. It is possible that the door that is leaking water inside it is causing...

Hello. It sounds like the steering gear box and/or the power steering pump is going bad. The steering gear box is what is allowing the wheels to turn left and right when using the steering wheel. There are gears and...

This may be a sign of a faulty transmission control solenoid. As you may know, automatic transmissions use pressurized hydraulic fluid to change gears. Every time a gear change is required, the car's computer activates a transmission solenoid, which directs...

The noise may be due to interaction between the pads and the rotor "design" that sets up a harmonic at particular speeds. OEM pads and rotors are already designed, tested and approved as matched materials in order to avoid the...