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Hello, the engine should not turn off when the parking brake is engaged. A scanner will need to be connected to see if there are any codes and to monitor any live data to see what the cause is for...
The fuel pump could be the source of your concern. If the fuel pump is weak or failing it won't be able to provide enough fuel at idle and the vehicle will die unless more gas is added by feathering...
Hi there, thanks for writing in about your 2012 Nissan 370Z. The clutch assembly shouldn't be worn out at 50,000 miles unless the vehicle has been abused. There are many concerns for vehicles that match your model year with the...
You do have a leaking power steering system and if you cannot locate the leak then it may be collecting in the inner tie rod boot and leaking from the rack and pinion side seal. If you're unable to pinpoint...
At this point, make sure you have careful documentation of your experiences with the car, dates, names and all paperwork from dealer repairs, etc. Check work done at the dealer if at all possible when the car is returned to...
Sensors are made of plastic and plastic doesn't like to be warmed and cooled. Which is exactly what is happening you your car everyday. Normally, plastics will last a 100,000 miles or so. With a new sensor, it is not...
If the engine is newly leaking engine oil since the head gasket repair, and the leak is from that gasket, the shop should repair that under warranty. If the leaks are elsewhere, a certified Mechanic from YourMechanic (https://www.yourmechanic.com) can be...
I believe you may be having a problem with your oil pressure sending unit. This is the part that is responsible for sending a signal to your oil pressure light. If no pressure is sensed by the sending unit, the...
Hi there. If the “service AdvanceTrac” warning indicator light comes on in the dashboard, this could be an indication of several issues including, a faulty wheel-speed sensor, a faulty steering-angle sensor, faulty rotational-speed sensor, issue with the steering rack or...
If If you are a soccer mom (or dad), you know that you need a lot of space to transport your budding World Cup contenders, along with their gear. From time to time, you can also expect to be bringing...
Many Many people who store their vehicle (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/preparing-your-car-for-long-term-storage) for a length of time like to disconnect the battery from the electrical system of the vehicle. This prevents the vehicle from unintentionally draining the battery. With the battery disconnected, the risks...