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What Does the Fuel Filter Warning Light Mean?
The fuel filter check engine light warns you when your diesel fuel filter is full, and needs to be emptied to avoid engine damage.
How to Replace an Intermittent Wiper Relay
If the windshield wipers function on high and low but do not work on the intermittent setting, then your intermittent wiper relay may be faulty.
Symptoms of a Bad or Failing Proportioning/Combination Valve
If your rear brakes are locking up, especially on wet surfaces, you should have a mechanic inspect the proportioning/combination valve.
P000A OBD-II Trouble Code: "A" Camshaft Position Slow Response Bank 1
P000A code definition This code is known as ‘A’ Camshaft Position Slow Response Bank 1. You may also see a 00010 fault...
How to Adjust Your Headlights
If you have ever cursed an oncoming driver because their lights were blinding you, or noticed that your lights tend to illuminate the...
Head Gasket Repair & Replacement Guide
Learn how to repair and replace a head gasket with YourMechanic’s high-level guide. Find everything you need to know about gasket replacement today.
How to Tell if Your Car is Front or Rear-Wheel Drive
Every Every car has a drivetrain of some sort. The drivetrain is a system of transferring your car engine’s horsepower to the drive wheels that propels your car. The drivetrain consists of: Axle shafts Differential Propeller shaft Transfer case...
P2610 OBD-II Trouble Code: ECM/PCM Internal Engine Off Timer Performance
P2610 code definition ECM/PCM Internal Engine Off Timer Performance What the P2610 code means P2610 is an OBD-II generic code for the...
How to Replace a Crankshaft Position Sensor
The crankshaft position sensor, along with the camshaft sensor, helps the vehicle determine top dead center, among other engine management tasks.
Symptoms of a Bad or Failing Steering Angle Sensor
Common signs include the Traction Control Light coming on, steering wheel feeling loose, and the car driving differently after a front end alignment.
Symptoms of a Bad or Failing Blower Motor Relay
If the blower motor does not function, car fuses are blown, or relays are melting, you may have to replace the car blower motor relay.
Symptoms of a Bad or Failing Crankcase Vent Filter
Common signs include oil leaks, excessively high idle, and a decrease in engine performance, power, and acceleration.
P0523 OBD-II Trouble Code: Engine Oil Pressure Sensor/Switch High Voltage
P0523 trouble code means there is an issue with the engine oil pressure sensor often due to faulty wire connection or wrong engine oil.
How to Replace an Air Conditioner Receiver Drier
The AC receiver/drier is stores and dries refrigerant. This component should be replaced if too much water enters the system or if leaks are found.
How to Replace Your Brake Light Switch
The brake lights of your car are controlled by switches connected to the brake pedal underneath the steering wheel. These switches are...
Symptoms of Bad or Failing Wheel Bearings
Common signs include abnormal tire wear, grinding or roaring noise from the tire area, vibration in the steering wheel, and play in the wheels.
What Happens When You Drive With the Parking Brake On?
Leaving a parking brake on in a vehicle while driving is a common occurrence and an easy mistake to make,...
P0219 OBD-II Trouble Code: Engine Overspeed Condition
P0219 trouble code definition Engine overspeed condition What the P0219 code means The P0219 code means that the revolutions per minute of...
P0430 OBD-II Trouble Code: Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold (Bank 2)
P0430 code definition P0430 is a generic diagnostic trouble code that indicates a malfunction within the catalyst system. It may...
P0024 OBD-II Trouble Code: Camshaft Position B - Timing Over-Advanced or System Performance (Bank 2)
P0024 code definition Camshaft Position B - Timing Over-Advanced or System Performance (Bank 2) What the P0024 code means P0024 is the OBD-II...
P0300 Engine Trouble Code - Inspection & Repair
Discover the causes and symptoms of the P0300 code and gain insights on repairs. Get a quote for an inspection and repair today with YourMechanic.
How to Replace a Key Fob Battery
Key fobs allow easy access to your car. Once the key fob battery is weak or dead you'll lose your fob's ability to control remote functions.
Symptoms of a Bad or Failing Distributor Rotor and Cap
Common signs include engine misfires, car not starting, the Check Engine Light coming on, and excessive or unusual engine noises.
How to Replace a Coolant Reservoir
A coolant reservoir is at fault if coolant is leaking underneath the vehicle or if the coolant sensor remains on all the time.
Symptoms of a Bad or Failing AC Control Module
Common signs include inconsistent cooling, out-of-date software, and uneven air distribution, since the module controls the whole AC system.