Q: Why does the shifter feel loose? 2000 Chevy Prism

Hi there. Coolant can leak from a number of different spots on your vehicle. If the coolant is steadily leaking while the engine is running, then it is typically the water pump. If not then it can be the radiator,...

The Engine Overheated – Idle Engine message can appear on your driver information center (DIC). When the DIC displays this alert, your engine is too hot to drive safely. You should stop your car as soon as possible and let...

The windshield washer allows you to wash your windshields while you’re driving. This feature is excellent when you’ve been driving through dust or dirt, or have hit a lot of bugs, as it offers you maximum visibility. To use the...

Hello. From what you describe, it sound like your transmission is slipping. The first thing to check would be the transmission fluid level. If the level is low, it will need to be topped up to the full level. If...

Hi there, thanks for writing in. First of all, removing a catalytic converter is illegal in all 50 states. They are federal emissions items, and there is a very stiff fine for removing or tampering with them on a vehicle...

The codes P0300 through P0306 are for misfires of random cylinders or different cylinders. The second code P1456 is for the evaporative fuel tank system having a leak somewhere in the system (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-diagnose-a-fluid-leak-by-mark-vallet). Since you are getting random misfires, then...

As you may already know, this may be related to a faulty or leaking gas cap, however this can also be related to several other factors such as the following: A non-conforming gas cap (i.e. not factory/original brand) A small...

Hi there. The transmission position sensor may be damaged or has a short inside the sensor. Check the harness to the sensor and make sure that it's hooked up properly and has no moisture in it. If the harness is...

What you are describing sounds like a dirty or failing idle air control valve. The idle air control valve (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/idle-control-valve-replacement) monitors the air intake as it is mixed with fuel prior to being injected into the engine at low speeds...