Hello. You only need to change the parts that are actually loose. If the ball joint is loose then it needs to be replaced. If the lower control arm has worn out or missing bushings then those should be replaced....
In many situations like yours, the first thing a mechanic will do is compete a diagnostic scan to determine if any error codes are stored in the computer. All of the options you listed are potential sources of the problem....
It is possible that your alternator could be slowly going bad. If the vehicle will start sometimes but just clicks at other times, this is due to your battery draining. With this being considered, the battery or the alternator are...
Hi there. From the description you have provided, it would appear you have replaced everything related to the vehicle's engine running. Obviously, replacing components without a diagnoses is not working. It could be, a faulty ignition switch allowing the engine...
Hi there. It sounds like it either has some bad fuel in the tank and lines or a bad idle air control valve. As the vehicle has sat for a year, the fuel should probably be changed out and disposed...
A light tapping noise from the engine may be caused by a low oil level as there isn't enough oil flowing through the engine. Louder clacking and knocking noises that sound like they are coming from the lower end of...
Hello. From what you describe, it would appear that your vehicle may be experiencing more than one issue. Oil on the spark plugs can be caused by a few different things. If you also found oil in the spark plug...
Hi there. Absolutely, there is a chance that there could be a damaged timing belt or it has jumped time. However, there is also the possibility that the debris has damaged the crank/cam position sensors. With a capable scan tool/...
Hello - there are several possibilities here for this "no-start" problem, but they will have different symptoms. If you are getting no spark at the plugs, that could indicate a failed or incorrectly-installed crankshaft position sensor. If you get spark...
Hi there - you don't mention if you replaced the timing belt as preventative maintenance (a good thing!) or if the timing belt failed, requiring replacement (a bad thing). If it is the latter, you may have valve damage that...
Hi there: In most cases, the coolant leak you're describing would be caused by the coolant hose that runs from the water pump into the top of the engine. It's either due to the hose having a small hole or...
If this engine has not ran for 5 years and you see it has a new timing belt but will not start you may have a problem where the engine has no compression. If the past timing belt broke then...
If the cable has broken, to obtain a repair quote, please click on "Get a Quote" at YourMechanic's emergency brake cable replacement service page. As long as the parking break lever is not damaged and the remainder of the cable...
Hi Chris, Your vehicle's neutral safety switch prevents the vehicle from starting when it is in any gear position other than park or neutral. If this has been removed, your car will not operate correctly as this is is a...
Hello there, the stalling and no start issues with your 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT are likely related. Common faults that can cause both of these symptoms is the mass air flow sensor, vacuum leaks, fuel pump, throttle body issues, or throttle...
Hi there. The engine could be stumbling for the coil pack or distributor may not be functioning correctly. As the coil pack or distributor gets old, the parts tend to become weak and is not able to send an electrical...
Hi there. If the vehicle has sat for an extended period of time, it is likely that multiple components; internal and external have 'frozen' or have lost lubricity and are literally stuck. The clutch and transmission specifically can be negatively...
There is inadequate coolant flow or, less likely, a leak at the head gasket. Remote possibilities include dragging brakes, under inflated tires, and transmission faults. Inadequate coolant flow can be due to a low coolant level, a faulty thermostat, a...
Based on your explanation, I think you are on the right track to suspect a fuel delivery issue. I would recommend having your fuel pressure tested to determine if it meets the manufacturer's specificatons. If the fuel pressure is low,...
The harmonic balancer should not wobble at all. The heavy bolt that holds the balancer to the crankshaft snout is quite tight. Presumably the balancer bolt was torqued to the Factory Service Manual value, and so you cannot safely tighten...
