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Hello there. Lack of fluid is the number one cause of transmission failure. If the transmission went without fluid for too long, it could be severely damaged. The only way to tell if a transmission is severely damaged without disassembling...
Engine oil leaks will generally get worse over time so identifying the source of the leak and repairing the leak should be carried out as soon as possible. These engine are known to develop leaks at the front engine seal...
Hello. It is possible that all of the spark plugs (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/spark-plugs-replacement) and spark plug wires (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/ignition-cable-spark-plug-wires-replacement) need to be replaced in order to fix the problem on your Plymouth Grand Voyager. Also, if carbon has built up in your intake,...
If the timing belt isn't moving, it is either broken or the teeth have stripped off at the crankshaft pulley. A broken timing belt will usually show signs of fraying at the camshaft sprocket. If the teeth stripped at the...
Hello. This may be related to what is called a throttle position sensor. This is a small sensor inside the intake system of your car that monitors the position of your foot on the gas pedal and relays this information...
Hello there, replacing the water pump (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/water-pump-replacement) is a common repair on your 2013 Ford Taurus. As you probably know, problems with the water pump can lead to overheating problems and inability to maintain consistent temperature for the vehicle. If...
If you have a voltmeter and can reach the starter, you can test for activation voltage at the solenoid. If you have at least ten volts on terminal 50 when the key is turned, then you will probably need a...
If the problem started immediately after you washed the car, obviously that raises the possibility of water damage, but what happened could also be just simply coincidental as well, that is you have an electrical problem unrelated to washing the...
This could be serious. Driving a car while it is overheating can do a lot of damage to the engine. The cylinder walls need to be bathed in coolant at all times or the surfaces become so hot that the...
If 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 good, offers decent gas mileage, and suits the...
Shopping 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 looks like, or how much space it has...
Most 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 time to buy a car, you need to...