Arkansas, like many other states, has to deal with a wide range of weather, from the stifling to the icy. This means drivers need vehicles that can handle the heat while...
The 2012 Subaru Impreza is sure to be a crowd pleaser. The already wildly popular compact sedan got a new redesign for 2012, giving it sleeker lines and a more contoured look, but...
The Subaru Impreza is already a popular and sporty model, but when you look at the 2012 Subaru Impreza WRX, it’s no wonder that people love it. This performance model adds a...
When considering purchasing a used car, you have a lot of decisions to make. You need to consider price, size, gas mileage, how much cargo space you need, and of course...
If you live in a tropical climate, most of your vehicle purchasing concerns will be essentially the same as if you lived anywhere else – you want a car that looks...
Towing is tricky business and depending on the weight you’re dealing with, it really determines what vehicle is best for you. If it’s light loads you’re looking at towing, we’ve put...
Of course you would love to be able to ride your motocross bike everywhere, but the reality is, at some point you're going to need to transport it. A cargo van of...
Most of us are faced with the prospect of commuting back and forth to work on a daily basis, but some have a much longer drive than others. When it comes...
Hi Ed. Thanks for contacting us tonight. There are two general rules anytime a warning light is activated. First, the light is triggered by a mechanical or electrical fault that created an error code and was stored in the ECU....
Typically, this refers to the output shaft speed sensor, however depending on what you are reading in terms of the research, various literature will call it different things or refer to it differently. If you need additional help with this,...
In some cases, the motor may run (not very well) with a broken or damaged variable valve timing solenoid, however it will likely not run for long due to the critical role the VVT solenoid plays in the timing of...
Hi Kevin. Thanks for contacting us today. There are a few possible reasons why this is happening. First and most likely is that you have a blown accessory electrical relay or fuse that is causing the radio, clock and other...
You did not indicate if the new gas cap resolved the P0456 trouble code. If it didn't, the appropriate diagnostic is a check engine light diagnostic. With regard to gas caps, if a cap is faulty the best practice is...
Your cooling system is "marginal", that is at speed the "extra" air flow is enough to keep engine operating temperature in range. Unless the radiator is new, it is possible there are blockages within even if an attempt has been...
From what you describe it sounds like you have front wheel bearings that are noisey. They do not have to be loose to be noisey. Have the vehicle lifted and ran in drive to see if the noise can be...
Hi Jose. Thanks for contacting us today. A random hard to start problem like you're describing is typically caused by a fuel / air mixture problem. In most cases, a dirty or damaged mass air flow sensor, dirty air or...
It's possible that the seller eliminated the catalytic converter and along with it the downstream oxygen sensor, which is illegal by the way, and also guarantees a fail in any jurisdiction where emissions testing is mandatory. Unfortunately, an as bad...
When the battery light comes on, this may indicate you may have a faulty alternator or a weak battery as a result of the alternator not properly charging the battery. I would suggest having a professional from YourMechanic come to...
Hi Tyler. Thanks for contacting us today. There are several variables about tire and wheel upgrades that might cause the issue you're having. First, if the wheel offset is incorrect, or the wheel pattern is slightly off-centered, it will create...
It is possible that you could be having a malfunction with the shift mechanism on your transmission. I would recommend having your vehicle inspected by a qualified transmission specialist to pinpoint the exact cause of this issue.
There are a number of things that could be causing the smoke to be emitted from the exhaust, some of which may be related to the clutch or engine. If you are riding the clutch too often when slowing to...
Hi Dani. Thanks for contacting us today. If you are a member of AAA, you should call them and they will send over a tow truck. Even if the vehicle can't be opened, they can usually get the vehicle on...
Hi Robbin. Thanks for contacting us today. Sometimes, when you connect the battery terminals to another car, it can cause electrical issues to occur. In most cases, this is just a glitch, where the error codes can be removed by...
Hi Geoff. Thanks for contacting us today. In most cases, when an alternator is replaced, there will be some residual oils from the new alternator that will burn initially and can produce the type of smell you're describing. It's also...
The trunk light is controlled by switching the connection to the body ground. The switch will either be visible in the margin of the trunk lid, as a plunger type switch, or it may be in that trunk latch assembly...
If the hard starting issue began immediately after the pump install, a possibility is the fuel delivery (pressure and volume) characteristics of the new pump are far enough off stock (or your just prior pump), that the engine either floods,...
It is possible that these wheels could fit your vehicle. The best way to know for sure is to compare the wheels to the wheels that came off of your vehicle in person and measure them if necessary.
The smoke is due to leaking coolant that is vaporizing or oil leaking onto a hot manifold, also vaporizing. This should be resolved prior to continued use of the car because if it is an oil leak that is a...
