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Defective Gearshift
A defective gearshift will prevent the driver of a vehicle with a manual transmission from changing or selecting gears. The gearshift may be detached from its linkage, in which case, it will be easier
created: Jun 7, 2008 - last edited: Jul 14, 2010 - category: Transmission and ClutchDefective Gearshift Linkage
The gearshift uses a series of rods and levers, or linkage, to transfer the motion of the gearshift and select the gear. If the linkage is defective, the gearshift may not be able to engage one or any
created: Jun 7, 2008 - last edited: Jul 14, 2010 - category: Transmission and ClutchDefective headlight dimmer switch
A defective headlight dimmer switch can prevent the switching from high beams to low beams. Depending on the nature of the defect, the beams may not be able to be switched. For example, if the high be
created: Aug 9, 2008 - last edited: Jan 16, 2011 - category: LightsDefective high beam dashboard light circuit
When the high beams are turns on, a dashboard indicator light is illuminated to inform the driver. If there is a defect in the dashboard light circuit, the light may not be illuminated when the high b
created: Aug 9, 2008 - last edited: Jul 16, 2010 - category: Gauges and SensorsDefective Horn Relay
If the horn relay malfunctions, the circuit from the battery to the horn cannot be completed. Depending on the malfunction, the circuit may be completed intermittently.
created: Jun 7, 2008 - last edited: Jun 20, 2010 - category: Interior and AccessoriesDefective Horn Switch
The horn switch, or button, is the device that the driver presses to activate the horn. If this is defective, the horn will not operate or may even sound by itself. If the switch gets stuck, the horn
created: Jun 7, 2008 - last edited: Dec 10, 2010 - category: Interior and AccessoriesDefective Idle Air Control Valve
A defective idle air control valve may not open when the engine needs more air to avoid stalling. With a defective IAC valve, the engine may stall under heavier loads.
created: Jun 7, 2008 - last edited: Jun 21, 2010 - category: EngineDefective ignition coils
The ignition coils amplify power from the battery so the spark plugs can fire. If a coil malfunctions, a cylinder may not be able to fire. This can lead to stalling.
created: Jun 7, 2008 - last edited: Jun 21, 2010 - category: IgnitionDefective ignition switch
A defective ignition switch will prevent the vehicle starting. It will be unable to engage the starter motor.
created: Jun 7, 2008 - last edited: Nov 5, 2010 - category: StartingDefective ignition tumbler
A defective ignition tumbler can cause issues with the key. The tumbler may not recognize the when the key is inserted, or may allow any key to turn the ignition switch.
created: Jun 7, 2008 - last edited: Nov 5, 2010 - category: Starting
