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Sounds like it may be time for a new transmission. If it is a manual transmission there may be something wrong with the clutch. If it is an automatic transmission, I would have a mechanic from YourMechanic inspect your vehicle...

Hi Tim. Thanks for sending your question to us today. There could be a few different issues causing this problem, ranging from a damaged shift solenoid to an obstruction of debris inside the transmission hydraulic lines. A blown inner seal...

Hello, thank you for writing in. Two aspects about the issue lead me to believe the previous technician is correct. To start, the compressor is the only component that will effect the engine, as it is the part connected to...

A few different things may contribute to oil consumption and poor fuel economy. Typically, high oil consumption is related to worn piston rings or worn out valve guide seals. In your case, it is unlikely this is related to worn...

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Before you condemn the motor for having rod or crankshaft knock you should have the crankshaft harmonic balancer checked for a broken one. If it is bad then it can cause a loud knocking noise. Replace it if it is...

Hello. Though there are a lot of possible causes here, most of the time this is a fuel related problem. If the fuel pump is not holding good pressure when the vehicle is shut down and if the pressure does...

As for the performance of the vehicle, the engine will likely run just fine with minimal differences. However, it is possible that installing this oxygen sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/oxygen-sensor-replacement) could cause your Check Engine Light to come on. I would recommend looking...

Oil leaks can be tricky. As the vehicle ages, oil can start leaking from multiple places. If it is dripping on the ground it needs addressed right away. Is it engine oil, power steering, or transmission fluid? All can create...

Hi there. There are a few issues that can cause this: It sounds like you may have an issue with the clutch master cylinder again, or the slave cylinder may be binding. Both of these would have to be checked...

The most likely cause of this issue would be your starter. The battery should be good considering that your accessories all work. The first step in diagnosing this issue would be to test the starter for battery voltage. If the...

Your car may have more than one problem with the clutch. You should first check the clutch hydraulic master cylinder to make sure you have fluid in it and pump the clutch pedal several times before you try and start...

Hi there. One of the most common problems that occurs when major repairs is that often a minor component is disconnected and not properly installed. The symptoms you are describing are common with a vacuum leak. An engine requires a...

I am not sure if the mechanic who replaced your head ran a compression test after the head was replaced but if not I can think of a couple of possibilities both of which lead back to low compression. The...

Hi there. It is possible that the ECU is damaged; however, it could be a simple problem like a damaged fuse, damaged electrical relay or problems with the dashboard itself. It's best to have a professional mechanic to complete a...

Hey there, it sounds as though the hydraulic pressure is not bleeding back fully when you release the pedal. First you should check the clutch pedal and verify that there is free play when the pedal is released. There should...

Hello, thanks for writing in about your 2001 Mazda Miata. Due to this trouble code, the intake manifold runner control will need to be replaced. If this is not done you can cause serious damage to your car. If you...

A few different faults can cause the vehicle to stall out like this. The most common would be the ignition switch (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/ignition-switch-replacement), battery (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/battery-replacement), fuel pump (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/fuel-pump-replacement), fuel filter (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/fuel-filter-replacement), or battery cable (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/battery-cable-replacement). The brakes will work without the...

The first thing you'd want to do is have your alternator checked. It could be that the alternator is not charging the battery (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-alternator). It sounds pretty typical to me. If it's not that, you have a really bad wiring...

The remote batteries sometimes lose contact and will not disable the antitheft system. The fix is to remove the battery and bend the terminals up about 30 degrees to put more pressure on the battery so it will not lose...