The brake pedal spring is located under the pedal. If you kneel down on the driver’s side, you should be able to see it. If this spring has lost its tension and can’t return back to normal, the brake system remains engaged, which causes the lights to illuminate. You can use a pa...
The brake light switch is the main culprit for your gearshift being stuck in the mode. It’s a small sensor located on the brake pedal that prevents the car from starting if the brake pedal isn’t depressed. It also prevents your shifter from moving out of park mode when you release it...
My girlfriend, reading over my shoulder, thinks the park brake is on. Humour her and check. Especially for that part about revving the engine in neutral with the choke out. She wanted to know why you were doing that. I didn't have an answer. The dashpot is the thing on top of the...
Brake rotors are circular discs connected to each wheel. When the brake pedal is pressed, the pads push into the rotor to stop the rotation of the wheel. When the rotors begin to warp, you may hear an unusual sound while braking. This sound is different from the typical squealing sound ...
Why is my car shaking while making loud noises? When tires are out of balance, bent or defective, they can cause the car to shake vertically. Vibrations may also be felt through the seat, brake pedal and steering wheel. Why does my car shake when I hit the gas pedal? A likely reason...
Since the sound stops when you press the brake pedal it sounds like you actually just need your brake components lubricated. Your brake pads are designed to float in the caliper and the caliper to slide easily on its mount. If the person installing your new brake pads didn’t properly lubi...
Stuck Gear The car’s system may limit the gear shift in automatic transmission cars. In most cases, the transmission won’t shift over the third gear for the engine’s safety. If the transmission is not going over the third gear, you can’t drive very fast. ...
a hill off the expressway. What I had in mind was a little eccentric. I thought the venue with a perfect view of the luminous city would lighten the mood. We stayed in the car, and I turned down the stereo and took my foot off the brake pedal...
If your ESC system activates as you brake, you will likely hear a throbbing sound. Your Volvo is also likely to accelerate slower than usual even when you press your pedal to the metal. What to do When Your Anti-Skid Light Comes On When your anti-skid light comes on, it is advisable...
“Is this whole experience really worth all the cardio”, and I looked down at my precious cheap little wedding ring. I thought of the moment I had decided to marry my husband – and then it clicked. The thing I was relating to with this courageous woman was that she and I both had...