Q: Bad gas in tank

If your car is equipped with the downhill assist control (DAC) system (optional equipment), you have the capability of driving down a steep grade without having to use the brakes. This is important because riding your brakes for a long...

The StabiliTrak Off message will appear in the driver information center (DIC) when the StabiliTrak system is turned off. When the system is turned on again, the DIC alert will turn off.

You probably know this already, but I must mention that driving with the faulty power steering is very dangerous. This is definitely not an issue that can wait. The trouble could be in the power steering pump (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/power-steering-pump-replacement), belt/tensioner (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/drive-belt-tensioner-replacement),...

This sounds like there are two different problems, but the "something's burning" problem is critical. There is obviously an electrical short somewhere inside the steering column that has already done damage, and could lead to a sudden shutoff in traffic,...

First thing to check is what diagnostic codes the engine management system contains. Yes, even pre-OBD-II cars can have on-board diagnostics. In the fuse box, there are a pair of 2-pin connectors: one white and one black. With the ignition...

Hello there, Hello there, many different faults will cause your 2013 Kia Forte brake lights to not illuminate when you press the brake pedal. Having to replace the bulbs multiple times is not a normal issue and may indicate there...

The battery should be load tested (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/battery-is-dead-inspection). Simply charging the battery or measuring voltage is not adequate. Measure charging output, too. You want to confirm that the ignition system, including for instance the ignition coil and ignition switch, are not...

Hi there. In most cases, a low engine idle is caused (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-does-an-engine-idle-high-and-low) by an idle control valve that is damaged, a vacuum leak or in some case, clogged fuel injectors. It is also typical for an engine idle to be...

The key is stuck due to a fault with the ignition switch lock cylinder or the steering column interlock is malfunctioning. To resolve this, you can request ignition switch/lock cylinder repair (https://www.yourmechanic.com/book/). Once the stuck key issue is resolved, if...