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Saturn Ion Timing Chain- Car Won’t Start
I replaced the timing chain on my 2005 Saturn Ion why is it still turning over really fast? ProTech: Are you sure the timing was set correctly? Yes, but It’s like it don’t have compression. Can I ask why you replaced the timing chain? Was it for that problem? The crankshaft gear broke so I bought the whole kit and replaced everything. Well sad to…
Ford Air Conditioning Problems As Temperature Gets Warmer
With the warmer temperatures coming a little bit early this year, we have seen quite a few cars coming in the shop with air conditioning problems. Once people start using their air conditioning, they make a bee line to the shop if it is not cooling properly. Usually we can hook up our A/C machine to a vehicle and tell right away what the problem…
1998 Mazda 626 Failed Smog Test With Code P0455
I am having to fix a Mazda 626 1998 EVAP gross gas leak, can you help me? ProTech: I sure can try…what seems to be the trouble? Smog failed test, a EVAP system gas leak. Things that usually cause a large EVAP leak are a loose or bad gas cap, a stuck open vent valve, a bad purge solenoid, or a break or crack somewhere in…
Saturn Vue Engine Light – SL2 Problems
Hey guys, I’m trying to replace the thermal sensor on my VUE 2009 responsible for the ambient temperature. On the dashboard it’s always stuck at 181 degrees. I read somewhere it’s behind the grill. Does anyone have any idea? Thanks for the help guys. Mechanic JK: Yes. The outside temperature sensor is located behind the grill. Actually behind it and in front of the radiator.…
How To Replace Water Pump On 2000 Cadillac Sedan Deville
I need help removing the water pump pulley on my 2000 Cadillac Sedan Deville. The pulley seems to have seized and damaged the pulley tensioner. Protech: Which engine do you have in your Cadillac? The Nothstar V8. The water pump requires a special tool to remove. I am aware of the special tool for the water pump itself but I am having trouble removing the…
1996 Cadillac Passkey Problem
My 1996 Cadillac says theft system problem and car will not start. ProTech: You probably have a bad ignition cylinder in your Cadillac. Can I take care of that on my own? Are you capable of disassembling the steering column? Yes. It also requires quite a few special tools. But if you are capable, go for it. Not entirely a hard job. The wires to…
Jeep ABS And Rear Brake Lights Problems
I was driving with my emergency brakes up and my ABS light came on. I checked and my brakes fluid was low I put some in but the light is still coming on. ProTech So, you were driving with the emergency brakes applied? It was up. The ABS light doesn’t have anything to do with fluid level in the master cylinder. What kind of vehicle…
2000 Saturn Has Engine Noise and No Oil In It
My 2000 Saturn SL2 is making noises when I accelerate. I took it in today to get an oil change and it was bone dry. What can I do to prevent loss of the car? I am afraid there is engine damage. ProTech: Well, if it went long enough without oil, you could have done permanent engine damage. After the oil change, was the noise…
Jaguar XJ6 Six Cylinder Won’t Start
I have a Jaguar xj6 that won’t start. It is a 6 cylinder with fuel injection. I think that it has a problem with the module. The same module is used in a 78 Chevrolet. What is the function of the module? Protech: Not familiar with Jaquar. What module are you referring to? It is an ignition module. It is about 1-1/2 inches long and…