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Hello and thanks for the question. Your oil light staying on even after the car has started is something that requires immediate attention. I would recommend having it checked asap. The good news here is that it doesn't always mean...
The ignition coils are only meant to withstand a high electrical charge whereas the spark plugs can withstand that as well as the explosions within the combustion chamber. It is possible that you could have a small crack in your...
The rear park aid is a safety feature that helps you when you are parking or are in a reverse situation. When in reverse it audibly alerts you of your surroundings, and how close you are to hitting other cars...
Hello, it sounds like you are on the right track. When you lost power steering and probably air conditioning then you probably lost a belt. When this happened, the alternator also lost power because the belt broke (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/serpentine-drive-belt-replacement). The vehicle...
Hi there. Most often, this problem is due to a dirty or failed wheel speed sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/wheel-speed-sensor-replacement). The ABS and TCS systems depend on wheel speed readings from these sensors. Cleaning the sensor heads, and the inductance rings on the...
The electric radiator cooling fans are powered through relays, a fuse, and a temperature switch. The fan motors themselves should be tested (the fan motors can be independently powered, on or off the car, to see if they work properly)...
With the age of the vehicle, a worn / failed pinion seal is the most likely cause. Inspect the pumpkin and cover for any damage. If it is apparent that the pinion seal is leaking, make sure the pinion bearing...
If code P0136 (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/p0136-obd-ii-trouble-code-o2-sensor-circuit-malfunction-bank-1-sensor-2-by-jay-safford) sets the only way you can determine if the oxygen sensor has failed is to use an automotive scope to graphically depict the sensor output waveform (it will look roughly like a sine wave) and switching...
The The usual answer to this is, forever. Of course, as is the case with many hard and fast answers, there are always exceptions. The reason that your car clutch fluid should last forever is that it’s a closed system....
If If you’re in the market for a compact SUV, it’s tough to think of a better option than the 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK. In case the car manufacturer’s name doesn’t carry enough weight to convince you, consider some of the...
If If you love a diesel engine in your SUV, but still want to ride around in luxury, your perfect vehicle may very well be the 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL350 BlueTec. Key Features The most important feature worth noting is the...