Minivans may not be the sportiest, sleekest, or sexiest vehicles on the road, and people in the market for a vehicle to haul all of their kids, pets, and gear around may not...
Passenger vans may be one of the most maligned classes of vehicles. From being called "Mom-mobiles" to being mocked extensively by those who have not experienced the comfort and ease of getting into and out of a van,...
If you’re on a budget and need to purchase a car it can feel as though it’s slim pickings. Thankfully, there are plenty of great options available even to those on a tight...
Shopping for a car when you’re over the age of 50 begins to shift a bit, as your priorities tend to change. Suddenly it’s not so much about what the vehicle...
Being in a wheelchair means you have a very specific list of demands, and requests for your vehicle. The main focus is of course how you will get in and out...
Everyone needs a way to get around. You need to get groceries, get to doctors’ appointments, visit with family and more. However, senior citizens have very different needs when it comes...
Having a baby will completely change your life. Your activities and hobbies will change. Your sleeping patterns will change. Chances are good that you’ll also be looking for a change in...
If it’s time for you to search for the top used cars specifically for families, check out the list we’ve put together of the top five. The list of must-haves Typical items that...
It sounds like your vehicle is overheating. It is typically not safe to drive the vehicle when it is overheating as this may risk additional engine damage. Overheating can be caused by a number of things such as low coolant...
Hi John. Thanks for contacting us today. I don't think it's possible to remove the door side panel if the door is locked. Usually a locksmith will have to unlock the door manually to permit repairs to be completed. ...
If the rotor is mounted to a drive axle, it will be hard to turn, although limited motion is possible due to slop in the geartrain. If you are referring to a freewheeling position (rear wheel for instance), if the...
A fuel pump cut off switch was not used on the 2002 Odyssey. If there is no power to the fuel pump, the cause can be pinpointed if you request an electrical circuit/component diagnostic. If your vehicle is not starting...
You will need to have the computer checked for codes since a leaking in the fuel vapor system can cause the vehicle to think the cap is leaking. You may have a bad or leaking vapor vent or purge valve....
You need to open the hood and with a/c on and engine running see if the cooling fans are coming on. If not then system will need additional diagnosis to see if fan motors are bad or the control system...
This problem may take some additional diagnosis by spraying the engine harness and sensors with water like the crankshaft sensor connector may be letting in water and will stall the motor.
Hi Donna. If you were able to start the Honda after completing the radiator replacement, then the root source of your current hard to start issue is probably not related to the recent service. If you're able to crank the...
What you are describing sounds like a problem with the rack and pinion gears. The rack and pinion gear set does two things: It converts the rotational motion of the steering wheel into the linear motion needed to turn the...
Vibration on braking is typically due to excessive thickness variation in the brake rotor, pad defects, or excessive rotor runout as the rotor sits on the wheel hub. As installed on the wheel hub, rotor run-out should be measured by...
The computer has detected the fuel cap is loose or you have a leak in the evaporative gas tank vapor control system. If gas cap is tight and not off or loose then you will need to have the system...
What you are describing sounds like a faulty starter solenoid. A faulty starter solenoid will generally produce a clicking sound when turning the key. The starter solenoid is located on the starter and has internal electrical contacts that transmit electricity...
If the sound is a bit of a clunking or clicking sound when accelerating hard, this may be related to bad CV joints. What you are describing sounds like a failing CV joint. A CV (Constant Velocity) joint is a...
Hi Prakash. Replacing the indoor air filter should improve the flow of cool air into the cabin, unless for some reason that the one used is the wrong type or size. It's also possible that while testing the AC system,...
Hi There, This code indicates that there is a what is known as a "signal line failure." You will need to check the connections between the PCM and ABS/TCS control unit. If the wires are good, then you will need...
Hi there. In all honestly, the symptoms you are describing can be multiple sources, from wheel bearings (as the initial mechanic thought) to warped brake rotor, excessive wear on CV joints, or transmission components. It's also possible that a drive...
Unfortunately, we do not replace steel brake or fuel lines on the YourMechanic platform as it increases the liability of a warranty repair. Fuel lines cannot be purchased bent to shape as they came off the vehicle. Instead they must...
You should have the front wheel bearings in the hubs checked for any looseness. This can cause wheel wobble. Also if the front axles are binding can cause the wobble.
I believe the air conditioning compressor can be removed from the bottom on this vehicle without removing the alternator. However if the AC compressor is to be removed from the top of the vehicle than the alternator would most likely...
