Continued List Of Our Car Repair Questions


Ford Escape 2009 all gauges drop to zero
2009 Ford Escape V6. The problem began while driving the gauges would all drop to zero. Nothing would change about speed or performance except the AC.

Code p0016
Truck is a Chevrolet Trailblazer. SES code p0016 and i am not too familiar with the adjustable cam timing on this 4.2l engine. Would appreciate some help. A common cause for code p0014 or p0106 on Trailblazers and GMC Envoy is the Exhaust Cam Actuator Control Solenoid.

1997 Oldsmobile Intrique Overheated
Car engine blew. New engine overheated. Now they are telling us the motor is shot and we will need another one. Before the car died it had been driven about 15 miles on the highway and when she got off the highway it was not showing the engine was hot

2000 Silverado 5.3
I had it to a shop for engine code p0135 and misfires on #3 and 7. They replaced the oxygen sensor and plugs.

Scan code P0753
2003 Pontiac Grand Prix Autozone 1-2 shift solenoid problem. We have asked others who say that it probably isn't the problem because they have never heard of one of those going out and it's probably a wiring issue.

Check engine codes for transmission
I had it scanned and the codes come up p2761, and p0748. Also it does not start sometimes. Can you please help with these problems, i absolutely love this car.

Malibu 2001 theft security
Car Relearn procedure. Replaced the ignition cylinder because the key would not turn, and now it wont start.

Airbag Question
Is there a separate sensor for the passenger side airbag on my 1998 olds 88? In other words, if nobody is in the passenger seat does the dashboard airbag deploy

SES comes on my 2006 Pontiac G6
What can a car mechanic do to repair this problem. Have a lot of experience but not sure how to fix it.

What is the Throttle Actuator Control
On my 2006 Malibu 3500 V6. Where is this part located so i can change it. Read on some forums that the code i have means the TAC is bad

2001 Oldsmobile Alero Service Vehicle Soon Light
Chimes sound, heater fan don't work in any speed, even high speed, radio not working. After several minutes, heater fan works...

Pontiac Torrent Heater Blows Cold
When turn the HVAC controls to defrost, floor and vent if fine. Temperature will not change to hot air, only cold. I removed the door motor and the little shaft is ...

Heater A/C Problem on My 2006 Chevy Impala
When I change the temp. of the A/C under the dash it starts to make a loud clicking noise. It starts on one side and moves to the other side. While it is doing this the AC is...

My 2009 Pontiac Has a Clunk
Problem with my 2009 Pontiac G6. A noise in the front end going over bumps and also when turning. Is there a service bulletins. How to check for this...

Chevrolet Trailblazer Dies at Idle
When i turn on my a/c and let it idle the rpm dips very low and almost shuts off until i rev it up again but if i let it sit there it shuts off, it does the same thing when i turn on the heat, other than that the engine is fine, but only when the a/c and heat get turned on it starts to die.

Odometer and Gear Shift Question
Car odometer and gear shift selector lights going out it is a digital read out and some times it just goes blank. I can not see anything else wrong all gauges and dash lites continue to work it is just the mileage

Check Engine SES After Oil Change
Got an oil change today with 5W 30 at the local Jiffy lube and a new intake air filter (not the main filter on the engine the one against firewall). Suddenly like 1 km away, the check engine light came on. Won't turn off. I reset the oil sensor according to owners manual

Ecotec Engine Damage
My Cobalt with the 2.2L Ecotec has a bad engine after an oil change. Is there a service bulletin for problem with the oil filter O ring tearing or rolling and causing damage

Chevrolet Impala Service Traction System
My car has a grinding sound when accelerating, and the Traction light is on. What are some things that cause this problem.

My Car Has A Check Engine Light
Scanned computer and got P0442 small evap leak on my chevy Malibu. What can cause this problem.

Saturn SL2 SES Light
My Saturn will not accelerate when i give the car gas. The check engine light has been on for a long time. What can cause this problem.

2010 Suburban Alternator and Battery
The voltage gauge in the dash of my truck goes up and down when driving. There is also a burning smell under the hood. GM dealer said that is normal function of charging system.

Blower Motor Fan Speeds
My blower for the A/C and heater will only work for 5 seconds then shut off. I Replaced the fan but did not fix the problem. Help. Could this problem be the resistor.

Fuel Gauge Goes to Empty
The gas gauge in my 2006 Chevrolet Malibu goes to empty at times. My wife ran out of gas once. Is there a fuse or relay for this problem.

Saturn Ion
My car has a clunking in the front end when going over bumps or turning to the left and right. A mechanic did not find anything loose.

GMC Envoy Idle and Stalls
Replaced the cam actuator solenoid. The truck still idles high then low and sometimes it stalls and dies out when coming up to a stop or turning at idle.

Car Getting Bad Gas Mileage
Checked the FPR and changed an O2 sensor. Spark plugs and wires good along with ignition coils, but still getting 8 miles to the gallon and plugs are black.

Gas Leak
Replaced the fuel pump and sender assembly on my truck, now fuel is spraying out under the hood. What could i have done to make this problem.

Ford F-250 Transmission
My truck tranny will lurch forward and clunk when giving it gas from a stop. Mechanic said maybe a broken spring under the pan and filter i can replace.

Ford Escort Hard to Start
Stalls out unless i give it gas to clear it out. SES light is flashing. Seems like a fuel injector or idle control valve problem.

Saturn Vue Check Engine Light
Does my truck have the timing chain problem like i have read about the Chevy Traverse, Equinox, GMC Acadia and Buick Enclave.

Chevy Silverado Reduced Engine Power
Engine started to run bad and the check engine light came on. Is it the catalytic converter or oxygen sensors.

GMC Envoy Low Oil Pressure
The low pressure, check gauges and stop engine warning lights come on the dash of my truck. Where is the sensor located to replace it.

Saturn VUE Hybrid
The ABS and traction control warning lights are coming on my Saturn. I rotated the tires and now have these problems. What could I have done to the SUV.

Spark Plug Broke Off
Doing a tune up on my GMC Sierra and spark plug broke and cant get it out of the cylinder head. Should I use a torch or Easyout with a drill and extractor.

Intrique mass air Sensor Code
Replaced intake and cylinder head gaskets, and sensor. Check engine light is on car with airflow code. Has rough idle and bogs worn when hitting the gas.

P0717 Transmission Input Speed Sensor
I had the computer codes in my car scanned and got a trans code. What can i do to repair this problem. Shifting is kind of sluggish and has no power when accelerate.

Olds Intrigue Heater and Wiper Problems
Many electrical problems. Blower motor, engine light, low coolant and car stalls at times. Can this be a computer or ignition switch.

Air Blows Warm at Idle
My Chevrolet Equinox A/C vents blow warm air when the truck is idling. Nice and cold when driving down the road. Replaced the fan but still same problem.

Transmission Makes Whine Noise 1999 Grand Am
First, be sure to check the fluid level. Low fluid will cause this whine noise and shifting problems. To check fluid level on this transmission, you must go under the car, remove...

My 2001 Grand Am has a Misfire
The car intermittently misses under normal driving conditions every once in a while. Changing the spark plugs makes it go away but a day or so later...

1993 V6 Overheating After Replacing Parts
replaced everything that i could think of and it is still over heating. I'm running water in it now and it is still doing it. If you drive on flat land it will not overheat it stays at about 175 if you pull a hill it will overheat

2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer Vent Valve
Where is the vent valve solenoid for the emissions on my truck. I have check engine light code...

Chevrolet Equinox Vents Only Blow Cold
I cannot change the heater A/C vents from warm to cold on my Equinox. Will change from vent to floor and defrost. Is it temperature door motor that i can repair myself...

2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer SES Light
Codes P0128, P0172, P0455, P0410, P0606
The garage checked out a few of the codes and said that all values and sensors were fine. Garage did not specify which codes they checked. Said they only checked out a few of the codes. SES will not reset, comes right back on with the same codes...

SES Code P0420 Catalyst
Also P1811 Long Shifting Adapts 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix GT with a 3.8L Series II engine. I am having 2 different issues with this vehicle. First, the transmission has started jerking hard into gears. It seems that it only does it once the car gets up to a normal operating temperature. I will be stopped at a stop sign or stop light and...

Scan Code P0128 How To Repair
My service engine light is on. The dealer said the code is P0128 "Coolant Thermostat Coolant temperature below thermostat regulating sensor. My temperature gauge reads okay and the vehicle runs good. Is it difficult to change this myself

Ford Escort Dies Out
Engine starts fine, but when it is wormed up and coming to a stop with my foot off the gas, sounds like it is going to stall. The check engine light is on. Need auto repair help.

2003 Pontiac Vibe Idle Stumbles
Replaced the TPS sensor but did not help this problem. Will not idle and hesitates on acceleration at highway speeds.

Buick Rendezvous Traction Light
The warning keeps coming on the dash. The brake pedal is coming up through the floor. It seems unsafe to drive.

Silverado Won't Start
Replaced the neutral safety switch on my truck, now the shifter moves without pressing the brake pedal and it will not start.

My Silverado Just Cranks
I replaced the filter and there is gas at the fuel rail and injectors. Also had engine misfire on two cylinders. Could this be a problem with the crankshaft position sensor or the PCM?

Nissan Won't Start
After replacing the engine in my 1998 Nissan the engine just cranks but will not fire. There is gas in the carburetor but it not going into the intake manifold.

2006 G6 Brakes Lights Not Working
We had the brake light switch replaced but they work backwards. They come on with foot off pedal, and go off when pressing the pedal.

I am selling my Chevy Silverado but won't start
A guy came to look at my truck, he went under it, now it does not run. He wants to pay less for it. What did he do to my Chevy?

Where is the transmission control solenoid?
Need to replace trans solenoid on my Pontiac Bonneville but need it's loction on my car.

How To Disable Daytime Running Lights
I need to turn off the DRL and automatic lights. Is there a switch or something else I can do that is an easy repair?

2002 Silverado Transmission Problem
The trans. is slipping when slowing down while coming off the highway and also taking off from a stop sign.


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