Q: The bolt on the chain guide is loose.

Hi there. Anytime one of the boots tears and begins to leak grease, the boot, at the very least, will need to be replaced. When an axle goes out out, there will either be a noise, or vibration associated when...

This is really easy--take off the fan belts. Start spinning the pulleys by hand and if the pulleys have gone out, you'll feel the bearing rattling or shaking or it'll be very hard to turn. It's very easy to check...

When you install new parts, there could be some initial smoke or unusual vapors as factory coatings burn off, so the first thing you want to do is make sure that this is not a transient issue or false alarm....

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The jerking reaction may be related to what is known as the mass air flow sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/mass-airflow-sensor-replacement). The mass air flow sensor is a unit in the intake system that monitors air intake as it is mixed with fuel prior...

Hello - this task is best handled by a collision repair estimator at a reputable paint and body shop. S/he is trained to evaluate visible and not-so-visible damage, and the costs to repair. Contact a reputable paint and body shop...

With all most 200k miles you most likely have all four mounts needing replacement. The first thing to do is to physically look at each one and look for rips or tears in rubber, sagging or oil soaked. Once all...

Hi there. The code P0132 in on for an issue with the upstream oxygen sensor. There could be a broken wire, frayed wire touching something metal, or the sensor could have failed. The code P0174 is on for the Mass...

Hi there. Based on your input, it's likely that the source of your issue are the relay's (as indeed they do "click" when activated) but it's also possible that your issue is caused by a different ignition system component. Assuming...