Car Repair Troubleshooting

When a problem occurs, the first step is to troubleshoot the related system. Then, perform tests that will lead you to the problem. Once the malfunction has been identified perform the repairs necessary to correct the problem. We have complied many popular problems and their solutions. Click on the appropriate category below.

• Cranks but Wont Start
   
• Engine Will Not Crank
   
• Check Engine Light Flashing or on Steady
   
• Engine Stalls While Driving
   
• Engine Cranks Excessive Before Starting
   
• Engine Surges While Driving
   
• Steering Wheel Shakes When Brakes are Applied While Driving
   
• Engine Cranks but Wont Start
   
• Vehicle Makes a Worrrring Sound from Rear (rear wheel drive vehicle only)
   
• Squeaking noise coming from the Front of the Car when it is Moving
   
• Coolant Leaking form the Bottom of the Car, were is it Coming from?
   
• Brake Peddle Goes to the Floor and Doesn't Stop. What Should I look for?
   
• Air Conditioner is Not Working. What do I look for?
   
• Heater is Not Working, What do I look for first?
   
• Power Steering is Making a Gargling Sound and it is Hard to Steer
   
• Excessive Smoke from Exhaust Pipe While Car is Running
   
• Popping or Clicking Sound While Driving
   
• Front of Car Shakes @ 35-45 MPH on Acceleration
   
• 1994 - 2005 Ford Cars and Light Trucks No Blinker Operation
   
• No Turn Signal (blinker) Operation
   
• Rapid Turn Signal Operation (blink quickly)
   
• 1996 - 2005 Audi BMW Volkswagen Faulty Water Pump
   
• Both Headlights Blow Out
   
• Engine Stalls at the Top of a Hill (steep grade)
   
• Blower Motor Works On High Speed Only
  
  
• Engine Vibration at Idle
  
  
• Engine Over Heats - Runs Hot
   
• Crank Over Engine All Electrical Stops
   

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