Q: I have an 01 Malibu that runs sluggish and stalls. Noticed the smell of fuel when running the heat.

Hello, If the throttle control warning light is on and the truck has no power, it means that there is a malfunction. Specifically in the throttle body, and the computer does not know how much gas the car needs in...

If the brake caliper has failed, a replacement could repair the vibration issue. The most likely cause of the low speed idle is a parking brake failure, brake system issues, drive axle failure, or a bent wheel. A qualified technician,...

Hello. You should stop driving the car until this is addressed. You didn't specify where fuel was squirting out, but in any case, this is a serious safety hazard. Given the age of your vehicle, and that it as been...

Hi there. Our "How to" articles (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-rebuild-a-car-engine) are written as usually general guidelines - not specific instructions that apply to a particular vehicle. We don't specify the precise steps for completing any repair because the reality is that every vehicle...

Hello. It sounds like you may have some contamination in the brake fluid or a brake master cylinder that is not releasing properly. I usually check the fluid first. I do a few tests on the fluid to see if...

Hello, you have major internal wear of the engine. White smoke is a sign of anti-freeze being burnt in the combustion chamber this could be a head gasket failure and will cause overheating condition. The loss of oil is wear...

Hi there: Damage to the flywheel on a 2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer is highly unlikely unless you're experiencing serious transmission, acceleration or shifting issues. In most cases, a knocking sound will be caused by internal engine components that are experiencing lack...

A flashing check engine light means that there is a problem that may damage the car if you continue to drive. Most often it comes on when there is a misfire, and the potential damage is damage to the catalytic...

Hello there. Typically, a vehicle will start and then quit because of an issue with the fuel or electrical system. Some common parts that cause this include mass air flow sensors, damaged or clogged fuel injectors, or the throttle body...