Troubleshooting

The harmonic balancer is an automotive component that is connected to the crankshaft of an engine. It helps to dampen and reduce vibration from the engine, and also serves as a pulley in some vehicles. When the harmonic balancer wobbles at idle, it can be indicative of a failed or failing balancer. This can cause…

If the transmission of your Ford Focus is running hot, it is important to take the necessary steps to prevent further damage from occurring. One of these steps is to wait for at least five minutes before attempting to drive the vehicle again. This will allow the transmission fluid to cool down and any possible…

When a car is making a rattling sound when braking, it can indicate a serious issue with the braking system. This noise could be caused by a variety of issues including worn-out brake pads, warped brake rotors, ill-fitting brake calipers, or loose components in the braking system. In order to determine the cause of the…

Accidentally touching a positive and negative terminal can be dangerous. It can cause a short circuit, which can lead to electric shock and/or damage to equipment. The best way to avoid this is to make sure you are wearing safety equipment such as insulated gloves, long sleeved clothing, and safety glasses. Additionally, you should never…

When a steering angle sensor goes bad, it can cause multiple problems in the vehicle. The steering angle sensor is responsible for monitoring the steering wheel position and relaying information to the vehicle’s computer. If this sensor malfunctions, it can cause several issues that can range from minor to severe. Some of the more common…

If the steering wheel of a vehicle is offset from the center but the vehicle still drives in a straight line, this generally indicates that the vehicle’s steering alignment is off. This could be due to a worn or damaged steering component, such as a tie rod, ball joint or rack and pinion. It can…

The 2015 Ford Escape is a popular compact SUV. Unfortunately, it can sometimes experience problems with starting, such as when the key isn’t detected. This issue is typically caused by one of two issues – either the key is not being recognized by the car, or there is an issue with the car’s security system….

The 2017 Chevy Malibu is equipped with an ambient temperature sensor that helps the car’s climate control system maintain comfortable temperatures in the cabin. The sensor is located near the front of the vehicle, typically near the passenger side headlight or grille. This sensor measures the outside temperature and sends this information to your climate…

Clicking sound when driving is a common issue for car owners. It typically indicates that a component or part of the vehicle is loose and needs to be tightened or replaced. The sound may be heard when accelerating, braking, or turning and can be caused by a range of issues such as worn brake pads,…

P0430 is a diagnostic trouble code (DTC) for “Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 2”. This code is associated with the Dodge Charger, and other vehicles equipped with OBD-II systems. It indicates that the catalytic converter on Bank 2 (the second bank of cylinders) is not performing as efficiently as it should. The most likely…