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It's got to be burning it. If you don't see it leaking on the ground and you lose oil, then the only possible explanation it that it is burning it. First, change the PCV valve. They cost five to six...
Hello. If this only occurs when the engine is cold then you may have a sensor reading incorrectly or you may have a vacuum leak. Most of the time if the Check Engine Light (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/check-engine-light-is-on-inspection) is on I start by...
This could be a variety of issues causing the rough idling. The oil leak at the intake suggests you may have a blown head gasket. Has the car gotten abnormally hot (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/car-is-overheating-inspection)? If so, this could explain the leak and...
Hello there, thank you for asking about your 1995 Chrysler Intrepid. The powertrain control module (PCM) controls ignition timing by controlling the ground path to each coil. It uses signals from the crank sensor and cam sensor to determine spark...
Hi there, thanks for writing in. I've always found that the best way to clean a fuel cell, whether it's diesel or gasoline, is to remove it from the vehicle and flush it with a lot of solvent. The problem...
Hi there. From the description you have given, there are multiple concern that require diagnoses. Most importantly are why the engine has misfires and cooling fans inoperative. The misfiring cylinders (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/engine-is-misfiring-inspection) and exhaust smoke could be caused by a head...
Hi there. Have you checked for any problem codes, whether the Check Engine light is on or not? Those codes, if any, will expedite accurate diagnosis and lower cost to repair. I would check the fuel pump relay (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/fuel-pump-relay-replacement). The...
If the engine mounts are faulty, the drive axles will operate at the wrong angle eventually causing premature wear-out of the axles so it is important to get the mounts replaced. If you would please refer to YourMechanic's motor mount...
The problem depending on vehicle sounds like you are losing fuel pressure when you turn off engine. It may have a bad fuel pump or pressure regulator. Have pressure tested to see if it holds pressure after turning off engine?...
In In the ‘80s, families drove station wagons. In the ’90s and ’00s, those got replaced by minivans and SUVs. Today, more and more families are opting for a more fuel efficient compromise that’s also a little sportier and more...
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