Q: Alternator Replacement

Hello. It sounds like the window motor failed. It is much easier for a failing motor to lower and window and not be able to close it. I would typically remove the door panel and first check the voltage at...

There are a couple of possibilities for this concern. The most common issue is a faulty transmission range switch. If the coded output from the range switch is received incorrectly by the PCM you will get incorrect operation of the...

Hello. I think the car is running rough because the Check Engine Light is on. It is possible that the alternator is not working properly (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-test-your-alternator_2) causing low voltage, which would make the car difficult to run properly. I would...

This is a common issue on this generation of the Chevy Malibu. This could be any one of a few problems. This could be a result of a bad BCM (Body Control Module). This is a module in your car...

Hi there. It sounds like your car has an oil issue. It sounds like it can be a combination of issues. I would usually get the vehicle in the air to check for leaks first. If it was just burning...

Hi there. On your particular vehicle, there is a central control (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/door-lock-relay-replacement) that receives the signal from the key remote and relays that information to the other locks. This could be the component that is damaged. To be certain, you...

When the engine cranks but does not start, this is usually related to a fuel or ignition issue. Since this engine has a distributor, I would recommend checking the distributor, distributor cap, and rotor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/distributor-replacement) for any damages. Then I...

If the fault codes are reading all 4 coils are bad and the codes remain even after replacing the coils, then the problem is elsewhere. It is very rare to have 4 cols fail at once. There can be an...

Once the vehicle engine is running, there should not be any warning lights on. If there are, something is wrong. If the battery is faulty, be sure to have it replaced immediately. Jump starting a car these days is an...