Q: AC blower broken

Wipers should be checked and cleaned every time you stop to fill your tank up. Since wiper blades are subject to all sorts of dirt and debris, you should clean the blades regularly (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/top-5-ways-to-make-your-car-wipers-last-longer) when cleaning your windshield to protect...

Your steering wheel offers both telescopic and tilt operation. Tilting the wheel lets you get the perfect angle for driving safely. Here’s how to do both. To Tilt: Pull the lever on the bottom of the steering column down. Tilt...

Hello. This could be solved simply by replacing the window switch. However, it is also possible that there may be a problem with the window motor or regulator. I would suggest you have a certified technician, like one from YourMechanic,...

Hi, thanks for writing in. With a failed wheel speed sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-wheel-speed-sensor), your anti-lock brakes, traction control and/or stability control systems will not function properly. These systems rely on wheel speed sensors to determine when and if braking needs to...

Hi there. If you're experiencing a fuel leak (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/fuel-is-leaking-from-gas-tank-inspection) only after the fuel tank is full, then it might be one of three issues. First, it could simply be overflow caused by overfilling the tank, second it could be a...

The car can still be towed. Often, the metal wires cables that control the mechanical parking brake may rust in their insulation and that causes the cable to bind and seize. These systems can fail in both the released position...

Hi there: Today's modern cars, trucks and SUV's are incredibly complex that are monitored by multiple sensors and electrical components. If one of these components detects a fault, it will illuminate the check engine light. However, it's very common that...

Your vehicle has an on board, computerized oil life indicator system. When the system determines that an oil change is actually needed, the oil life indicator will provide a maintenance message (see your Owner's Manual for further and complete details)....

Hello, thank you for writing in. The control arms were a good guess, and there are several other tests you can do. You may be dealing with a failing steering or suspension component. You can start by performing a bounce...