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When you say won't start (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/car-is-not-starting-inspection), I will assume it is a crank no start. There are at least two possible failures for the no start. First and most common is the the fuel pump and filter. The next most...
Sounds like you may be having two issues. The A/C and the fan work completely independent from each other. The A/C is a sealed system that routes cold refrigerant into a radiator like part called an evaporator. The evaporator is...
When a fuel pump fails, it is known to happen randomly and can give the same symptoms you are describing. My first recommendation would be to have your fuel pressure checked by a certified professional to determine whether or not...
Hello there, misfires are a common fault on cars as they get older such as the 2002 Mercedes CL500. Many different faults can cause the misfires such as the spark plugs (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/spark-plugs-replacement), coil packs (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/ignition-coil-replacement), fuel injectors (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/fuel-injector-replacement), fuel pump...
Hi there. If you were having issues with the engine stumbling and acceleration issues before the throttle body was removed; and it's still happening after replacing it, it may have been caused by several other fuel or ignition system components....
Hi there. The idle speed of an engine is basically the rotational speed the engine runs on when it is un-coupled from the drive train and the throttle pedal is not being depressed. When an engine is running at idle...
For the vehicle to move to the right as you accelerate, that would be an engine and transmission mount (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/engine-mount-replacement) that is either loose, damaged, or broken. For the vehicle to pull as you brake (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/car-pulls-to-left-or-right-when-i-brake-inspection), there could be an...
An overheating problem is commonly caused by either an obstruction within the cooling system, or the heater core which reduces the coolant's ability to circulate through the motor and back to the radiator to be cooled. Another cause of overheating...
Some learned engine operating parameters values, stored in the PCM (engine computer), can be lost when the battery is replaced. However, after 25 miles or so, the engine should operate normally as it did before. If it doesn't, then there...
When When your car’s wheels are clean, it does more than just enhance your car’s looks. It also protects your tires from weathering and cracking and removes corrosion and protects your wheel’s finish from the elements. Keeping your wheels clean...
Aluminum Aluminum wheels are an amazing addition to your vehicle to spruce up its appearance. They give your car a sleek, customized look while being relatively low maintenance. Aluminum wheels are desirable in many applications because aluminum is a lightweight...