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Engine buzzing SolvedSolved

Toyota Corolla 2009  125000 miles
When driving at high revolutions, in third or fourth gear, a sharp buzzing appears. Nothing happens at low revolutions, does anyone know why?
cornelius from United States 9 years ago  
CO
5 reports 
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cornelius from United States 9 years ago
The problem was that there were many loose bearings.
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No power to fuel pump when starting the engine, what is the problem

Toyota Corolla 1990  21193857 miles
My car (Toyota corolla soluna) has a problem with power to fuel pump. All fuses and relay plus the fuel pump itself is good when tested but when starting the engine fuel pump is not working. What is the problem.
Nickiie Walimarn from other 2 years ago  
NI
18 reports 
Tedz from other 8 months ago
I have the same issue here, fuel pump not pumping fuel out
Jay's from Canada 25 days ago
Same issue, no power at pump while engine is turning over
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Do I need to take engine out to pull off transmission

Toyota Corolla 1992 Stationwagon 284000 miles
Clutch not engaging when I put in gear car doesn't move
Willharp from New Zealand 6 years ago  
WI
1 reply 
Willharp from New Zealand 6 years ago
It's a 4wd corolla and not sure if I have to take whole engine and trans to replace clutch
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Engine oil leak

Toyota Corolla 2000 1.4 vvti corrola  18940 miles
I was driving on 70mph and my engine just started to click and then it turned off. When I stopped all oil leaked out and I couldn't even start the car could anyone help with trying to fix it or tell me how much it would cost to sort it in a service. Thank you
Eddy from United Kingdom 8 years ago  
ED
2 reports 
Josh from United States 8 years ago
Sounds like your engine seized up. Take it to a mechanic. A new engine will be about $1500
tomm from United States 3 years ago
Sounds like you dont know much about cars
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Brown engine coolant

Toyota Corolla 1995 4dr automatic.  60000 miles
I have a golden brown coolant problem in my 95 dx corolla. Also heat gauge is around half. Whats the problem chief.
Melliegal from Canada 8 years ago  
ME
9 reports 
Mystery2 from Australia 7 years ago
Sounds like you don't have anti freeze in it and it has rusty water, or emulsified oil.
Speedygonzolis from United States 25 days ago
Blown head gasket take care of it quickly
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Engine shakes

Toyota Corolla 2003 Black corolla 8000 miles
The tachometer is moving up and down and the the exaulse bring black smoke, the engine shakes and sometimes while on speed it slows down by itself and speed up later
Richt from Nigeria a year ago  
RI
2 reports 
Bruce from United States a year ago
The symptoms you described, such as the tachometer moving up and down, the exhaust emitting black smoke, and the engine shaking and slowing down and speeding up by itself, could be caused by a variety of issues.
Here are a few things you can try:

Check the fuel system. A problem with the fuel system, such as a clogged fuel filter or a malfunctioning fuel pump, could cause the engine to run poorly and experience shaking and misfiring.
Check the ignition system. A problem with the ignition system, such as faulty spark plugs or a malfunctioning ignition coil, could cause the engine to run poorly and experience shaking and misfiring.
Check the engine oil level. Low engine oil level can cause the engine to run poorly and experience shaking.
Check the engine timing. If the engine timing is off, it can cause the engine to run poorly and experience shaking and misfiring.
If you are unable to identify the source of the problem or if the issue persists after checking these components, I recommend having a mechanic diagnose and repair the issue to ensure that the problem is properly addressed and the vehicle is safe to drive.
DENNIS from other a year ago
I have the same issue with my toyota corolla 2003 same issue and its burning a lot of fuel sometimes engine stops when driving lots of mechanics have been on this car and they have all failed...dont know what to do now
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Engine failure to stay on silence ( when on gear )

Toyota Corolla 1998 salon automatic 2045 miles
I am experiencing this problem especially on traffic jum along the high way. My car engine usually fails to stay on silence mode. As a result I am forced to re-start the engine every now and then or to rest the car by engaging parking gear
CHURCHILL from other 7 years ago  
CH
5 reports 
Abo remon from Australia 7 years ago
I have the same problem
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The engine changes sound when hot

Toyota Corolla 2004 Sedan 290000 miles
The sound comes after a long time driving and the sounds looks so bad
Biruk from other 8 months ago  
BI

Changed out factory stereo and next day ABS, power steering, engine,o.

Toyota Corolla 2014  180000 miles
Changed out factory stereo and traction. Abs, power steering, engine, brake dashboard lights came on and we can’t figure out how to fix it
Kathy from United States a year ago  
KA

Engine stalling

Toyota Corolla 2009  105759 miles
My engine shuts off when I put on my Ac, but engine is in normal idle, I just replace my compressor.
The car guy from Nigeria 2 years ago  
TH
3 reports 

Engine loss power and bad idling

Toyota Corolla 2009 1NR0110039  249000 miles
The car is difficult to get start
Dan Veli from South Africa 2 years ago  
DA
1 report 

Engine and brake failure

Toyota Corolla 2003 Manual 46602 miles
Car situated on a downward slope stationary with engine running then when hand and foot brake were released the engine cut out and foot brake failed. This occurred on a private laneway and I was unable to prevent the car from running onto the main road which is very steep. I was able to reverse steer the car back into the laneway as it began to roll back and restart the engine but a scary experience. Any suggestions?

Happened once before about 6 years ago, also on road with a steep incline.
JPier from Australia 7 years ago  
JP
7 reports 

Does anyone know my famili engine number for a corolla 98 ?

Toyota Corolla 1998  266 miles
I need to put a new catalyst on my corolla 98 but i need the family engine number and i cant find it under the hood does anyone know that number ?
fenix from United States 8 years ago  
FE
3 reports 

Burnt oil SolvedSolved

Toyota Corolla 2001  280000 miles
Hi, I am having problems with the Corolla 1.8 engine. I park my car with the rear end facing a wall and, every morning when I start the engine, there is a black stain in the wall. It seems as though burnt oil is coming out of the exhaust. There is also black fume when I speed the car up, and black ashes can be found in the exhaust. When I change the oil I leave it at its corresponding level but, after 15 days, almost half a liter is consumed. Only when I drive along a downhill road, it is white fume that comes out of the exhaust. Thanks to anyone that can give me a hand.
Martha from United States 9 years ago  
MA
3 reports 
bella from United States 9 years ago
It is the valves' rubbers that are worn. You should change them as well as the spark plugs lid rubbers and your problem should be solved.
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cassandra85 from United States 9 years ago
Your problem certainly is due to the valves' rubbers. Change them but be careful the place you choose for this to be done. I tell you this because of my personal experience. Good luck.
Martha from United States 9 years ago
Thank you very much for your comments. I changed the rubbers as you said and problem solved. It is not burning oil now and the exhaust is clean. Thank you buddies!
ники from United Kingdom 8 years ago
I have a Toyota Corolla Verso 2004 of 67,000 miles took me burn oil as far as I know these models Mayans have a problem with segments
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Electrical problems SolvedSolved

Toyota Corolla 2006 4 door sedan 6 cylinder  219000 miles
When I tap the brakes the headlights flicker and sometimes when I turn the headlights on bright engine stalls and I lose all lights
igodditt from United States 5 years ago  
IG
Rank 2
6 reports 
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igodditt from United States 5 years ago
After checking the internet it showed all the signs of it being an alternator. I had it checked and car was running rough in idle and it wasn't putting out enough reved it up and it smoothed out and it smoothed out and read fine. I kept having problems and decided to replace alternator which seemed to fix it but I had to have some other work done when I picked it up I told him about all the weird problems and he said I think I might have fixed it I noticed the battery light flickered. He handed me the end off the battery cable which was broken almost in to. So far I haven't had any more problems
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Power steering problem SolvedSolved

Toyota Corolla 1991 1.6 engine 4cycl 157000 miles
When I start my car in the mornings I get this high pitch sound from the engine. I shift into drive, press the gas, or turn my steering wheel, it gets louder. After the car warms up, the sound goes away. Power steering fluid is good. Just guessing it might be my pump.
Mickey from United States 8 years ago  
MI
8 reports 
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Josh from United States 8 years ago
Tighten or replace your serpentine belt. That squeal is your belt slipping
happyDude from United States 8 years ago
I had the same problem and it got fixed after I tightened the serpentine belt, thanks Josh!
Tomo from Ireland 7 years ago
There is a noise when i turn the steering wheel from side toside its like a clunk and i only turning the slack in the wheel
Tomo from Ireland 7 years ago
When parked i turn the steering wheel from side to side and i get a clunk noise she has just about 80ooo Kilomoters done
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Jerking between gear changes SolvedSolved

Toyota Corolla 1995 manual 1.6lt 260000 miles
The engine mountings are good. But between each manual gear change when the accelarator is released , jecking is felt. It's also happens when travelling in gear at slow speed
gerry from Australia 8 years ago  
GE
Rank 9
3 reports 
gerry from Australia 8 years ago
The jerking has more to do with the accelerator on easing off and speeding in slow moving traffic. I think it's wear on the linkages. But not sure where exactly. Had the car a few years & was not doing that @ the beginning
gerry from Australia 8 years ago
Hi. Still no one has identified the problem. If anything, the jercking when the accelerator is release fully, is gradually getting worse. It's definitely not the engine mountings. I wonder if anyone else has got the same problem with a 1995 /1996 toyota corolla 1.6lt engine
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gerry from Australia 8 years ago
I'm happy to report that after using Fuel Doctor petrol additive from Supercheap Auto. The jerkiness on decelaration, which was getting worse, has virtually disappeared. The car is much smoother now, after one month of using the product. Highly recommended to clear fuel lines , injectors, etc.
Gerard
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Fuel not getting to injectors

Toyota Corolla 2001 Le 152000 miles
My 2001 Toyota recently died while I was driving home I was able to restart it and chug my way home. After that it would not start. Replace the fuel pump, check all plugs, fuse and spark plugs. Now it will start but runs only for a second or two and dies as if it's not getting enough gas. I can hear the fuel pump running when I start and when the car dies. Everything seems to be working no codes come up when plugging in. Not sure what to do now any suggestions?
Genae65 from United States 8 years ago  
GE
34 reports 
Rusty from Canada 7 years ago
You should change the gas line filter and also try Gas Line antifreeze it removes any water in the line.
imran khan from Pakistan 7 years ago
My altus when hot it does not start fuel pump. Plug. Injector. I replace same problem
Kaz17 from Australia 5 years ago
What kind of fuel fuse do i ask for 2006 corolla accent
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Starting

Toyota Corolla 1992  75000 miles
After some hours of being stopped, I couldn't start driving my car. The engine started running but that was all, it could not be driven. I've checked and there is no spark in the spark plugs, and even the fuel pump seems to be not working. Apparently, there is no electrical current reaching the distributor. I personally believe it might be a computer's failure, can someone give me a hand please?
dotty from United States 9 years ago  
DO
7 reports 
Scottie from United States 9 years ago
You should check that there is some noise for 3-4 seconds indicating that there is fuel pumped to the injectors. There might be some failure between the ECU and the relay. The best you can do is go to a good diagnostic center.
Richie from United States 2 years ago
Which delay? The ECU relay? Where is it located?
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Car has hesitation start and power steering delay

Toyota Corolla 2014 Power steering 57289 miles
One day rainy day I went to start my car and it acted as of the starter was broken. It wasn't even clicking. Then the whole car locked up. So I waited for a minute and then it started. From then a few days later it starts semi fine because I can hear a slight hesitation is the engine starting and when I go to drive the power steering does not work. I have to let the car sit after the engine starts for a couple seconds before I can drive for the power steering to kick in. What is going on. Never had any issues or accidents with this car before.
TayRow from United States 7 years ago  
TA
9 reports 
GBL_USA from United States 5 years ago
Same vehicle model and year, 64K miles, with exact same problem. Could it be electrical?
Rotex from Nigeria 3 years ago
My 2009 Corolla's electric power steering is getting stiff and p/s light indicator is on. What is the cause?
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Starting

Toyota Corolla 2006  87000 miles
I am having trouble to start the engine of my car. All the lights actually turn on but the car itself won't. I've tried the battery in another vehicle and it works properly. I really don't know if it can be a fuse failure. Could you please help me?
Rolf from United States 8 years ago  
RO
4 reports 
sylvester from United States 8 years ago
The first thing you should do is to put the car in neutral and check whether it starts there. If it does, then your problem is the ignition engine, which is located beneath the intake manifold. It has got two wires, a thick one coming from the battery and a thin one that recibes the switch's signal. You should try removing or peeling the thin one and inserting a piece of wire to give it directly from the battery. If it still does not work, then there must be an engine failure.
Izzy from United States 7 years ago
My car won't start it an the security system is on
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Car intermiddently starts.

Toyota Corolla 2003 1.4 vti 75000 miles
Car can be fine and starts without a hitch but then occasionally decides not to start after having stopped somewhere for a break. Engine is cranking and it's not possible to bump start the car by lifting the clutch so pretty sure battery is fine. Plugs recently changed. Mechanic couldn't diagnose and refused to believe it was fuel pump as car would cut out when running which it doesn't. Sometimes I wait 10mins and it miraculously starts again as if there was no problem. Bit frustrating really as you never know if it's going to play ball on not on any particular day. Help!!
Sean from other 8 years ago  
SE
17 reports 
jerey from other 3 years ago
My car was normally on but there was noise at oil bearing side and now started to weak ,that last for three days until now was totally dead.
John from United States 2 years ago
I'm having this same exact problem
Sean from other 2 years ago
It turned out in my case to be a problem with the immobiliser. The previous owner had cut a key that was not coded to the car. When used, it sent the whole thing haywire. Needed to pay to get keys recoded and has been fine since
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Car won't start

Toyota Corolla 2010 Sedan 29500 miles
When I turn the key in the ignition switch, I only get a whirring sound, and no response from the engine. The dashboard lights up with what appears to be every light coming on.
dabloomis from United States 5 years ago  
DA
11 reports 
riminozu@gmail.com from Nigeria 2 years ago
The Toyota Corolla mottor all the light in bash broad light but it's bid not start what's is the solution please
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Starting

Toyota Corolla 2007  145000 miles
In order to start my Toyota Corolla 2007 the switch needs to be activated two or three times so that the engine finally starts. What do you recommend me to do?
Andrew from United States 8 years ago  
AN
3 reports 
suki from United States 8 years ago
Hi, most probably the ignition engine's contacts are worn as that is exactly what happened to me. You should take it to the mechanic and ask for the ignition switches to be changed.
SANDRA from United States 8 years ago
The problem is that the fuel pump loses pressure, so when the switch is activated two or three times, it charges again and regains pressure.
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Do not Shift the gear above 80KM

Toyota Corolla 2008 Saloon 1.6 335617 miles
I changed Gear box , Plug , Injectors , coils and even fuel pump because my car do not exceed 10KMPL. Finally i came to conclusion that there is problem in Shifting gear because my car do not shift the gear above 60KM/H UPTO 140KM/H. I changed the gear oil and washed the gear filter changed the shifting censor but the issue still exist one mechnics told it might be Computer problem kindly guide me in this regards
Subhan Ullah from Pakistan a year ago  
SU
1 report 
Bruce from United States a year ago
There are a few things that could be causing the issue with your Toyota Corolla not shifting gears properly. Some potential causes could include:

A faulty shift solenoid: Shift solenoids control the flow of transmission fluid, which is necessary for proper gear shifting. If the solenoid is faulty or stuck, it could cause shifting issues.
A damaged or worn clutch: If the clutch is worn or damaged, it may not be able to engage and disengage properly, which can cause shifting issues.
A transmission control module (TCM) issue: The TCM is the computer that controls the transmission and gear shifting. If it is malfunctioning, it could cause shifting issues.
Transmission fluid level or quality: If the transmission fluid is low or contaminated, it can cause shifting issues.
It's worth noting that these are just a few potential causes, and there could be other issues at play as well.
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Won't start,no fuel to injection

Toyota Corolla 1993 1.8 liter 412000 miles
Won't start,not getting fuel
Big Daddy from United States 7 years ago  
BI
1 report 
Bubba123re from Canada 5 years ago
Check pressure at fuel rail pressure low or not with in spec sunset fuel pump bad.
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Transmission

Toyota Corolla 2003 Automatic gear  25600000 miles
At D gear approaching a hill car struggle unless I downshift to L or D2 to climb a hill. I also smell a scent of toasted bread from engine
Kedee from other 3 years ago  
KE
1 reply 
Kedee from other 3 years ago
Still unresolved as at now
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Engine running roughly, loss of oul

Toyota Corolla 2003 Hatchback automatic  290 miles
Loss of oil but no leaks on motor or underneath the car, no smoke either

Drove one night and was perfect, next day drove 5km and it was almost bunny hopping and sounded like a VW. Engine lights or oil lights have not come on at all, and i constantly check after owning a piece of crap Holden. Find it strangefine one day screwed the next. Any suggestions? ???
Katie from Australia 7 years ago  
KA
3 reports 
Katie from Australia 7 years ago
Turns out a coil died, so bought all four replaced them then did a service and everything is back to normal.
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Car running on 3cylinders

Toyota Corolla 1999 1400 corolla saloon 97000 miles
Car only running on 3 cylinders have changed out plugs with no joy, removed plug again and it was bone dry, am getting spark to plug but no fuel could it be injector or power to injector regards fran
Dashboard from Ireland 7 years ago  
DA
3 reports 
Dashboard from Ireland 7 years ago
It was a faulty injector replaced car running fine
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Corolla d4d lost all power.

Toyota Corolla 2007  100000 miles
Hi folks, I have a 2007 Toyota corolla d4d 1.4. Today while driving on the motorway at 120kms it lost all engine power(no warning and no engine management light came on) and now refuses to restart, anyone. Got and ideas?
PBMM from Ireland 7 years ago  
PB
28 reports 
Rusty from Canada 3 years ago
Check your fuel pump they usually die like that.
Kee him from United States 2 months ago
Injectors electric not work
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Car will not start

Toyota Corolla 1996 4door 1.6 engin 250000 miles
Drove my 96 Corolla that night the next morning I went out to leave and it will not start I've changed the coil checked the timing belt it's getting fuel idk what else to check please help it's my only car no money for a garage
Franny Fisher from United States 6 years ago  
FR
2 reports 
Bubba123re from Canada 5 years ago
Back to basics three things your engine needs is fuel, spark and air. Spark check voltage st plugs or injectors. Air ristritions or leaks or loss of vacuum mass air flow sensor or restricted exhaust eg. Plugged catalytic converter. Fuel put gauge on fue rail and check pressure.
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The engine trips off immediately the AC is put on

Toyota Corolla 2004  74000 miles
The crankshaft was replaced and since then, whenever I put on the AC, the engine trips off immediately. We changed the crankshaft to anotger one and the problem still persists. I was told the pressure in the engine is too low but I don't know what that means
Asiwaju from Nigeria 7 years ago  
AS
1 reply 
Juggernaught from New Zealand 6 years ago
Try checking these and see if that helps route the problem you might be facing;
Battery test (Depending on size you might want to up-size), up the mixture (Carburetor) to Rich not lean or check the mixture its lifting (Fuel Injected), check spark and leads, AC fuses (Both exterior and interior) Ultimately get a full diagnosis done by Mech and Tuners in your country; you may have a wiring problem (Highly unlikely) but pressure you will need to know mixtures between Carburetor and Fuel Injected, hope that helps.
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Intermittant engine management light.

Toyota Corolla 2002 Corolla 46000 miles
Hi, my engine management light comes on whilst driving maybe once a week. Then goes off after I restart car. I have had the camshaft sensor replaced as this is what the fault code was signalling. However, the light still comes on but not so often as before. I have had many different diagnosis from garages /mechanics (without seeing the car). I have been advised to get the serpentine belt changed, timing chain slipping, wiring fault or sensor is misplaced. Can anyone shed any light without me having to spend a fortune please? It is a vvt-i petrol engine. Thank you
Jen625 from United Kingdom 8 years ago  
JE
18 reports 
Rusty from Canada 7 years ago
You should erase trouble trouble codes after the job is done
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Car over fueling

Toyota Corolla 1988 16 300000 miles
Killing spark plugs,missing during the drive after a while
Tarique from South Africa 8 years ago  
TA
6 reports 
Buks from South Africa 3 years ago
Rsi Corolla over fuelling
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Voltage to fuel pump

Toyota Corolla 2000 1.8 liter 165000 miles
Fuel pump does not get voltage when key is turned on, but will get voltage to run pump and start engine when engine is cranking, most of the time. Also, has new relay. This started when original pump failed, and was replaced.
Bill from United States 8 years ago  
BI
29 reports 

Vibration on reverse gear

Toyota Corolla 2005 Sedan, auto, 1.8l 100000 miles
Engine vibrates on reverse gear, all engine mounts are normal and serviced there is no problem with the engine mounts, all spark plugs, coils and fuel injectors are cleaned but I still have the same problem. Is it possible that it can be a wiring or electric issue that my car shakes and vibrates when I put on reverse gear?
Sulaimankhail from other a month ago  
SU

The car fail to start or swing

Toyota Corolla 1987  50000 miles
When you try to start the engine it only becomes on
Khule from South Africa 2 months ago  
KH

My horn no working

Toyota Corolla 2010  175000 miles
My horn some time work by itself ,for long time and no stop just i put engine off
machtih from United States 3 months ago  
MA

My car crank but no spark to the distributor

Toyota Corolla 1995 5A-FE 258968 miles
My car after heat for few minutes cut off spark to the distributor and few minutes ago the car crank again. What is the causes?
Mwana from other 3 months ago  
MW
1 report 

The car acts like it's misfiring

Toyota Corolla 1999 4cylinder 190000 miles
When I've been driving the car for about 20 to 40 minutes it flickers off and on like a m8sfire. The actual engine light will blink on. No codes shown accept bad cadalic converter. That was on at one time and I replace the ignition coils all wires and plugs. It fixed the problem then. There is also a flicking sound under the dashboard like a relay going off and on
Greg from United States 4 months ago  
GR
1 report 


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