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Your floor mats provide protection for the carpeting under your feet, and the mats used in your vehicle have a special design. They’re what are called positive retention floor mats. They use a hook system to keep them in place...
The door striker pin on the body side will loose the center plastic over time and when it is gone, then it will not push the door latch closed enough to lock and slamming the door is needed to get...
This condition sounds like one BMW has noted on a technical service bulletin (TSB) concerning a software issue in the engine control module. There has been an updated software version developed by BMW but you will need to have this...
Assuming that the starter motor is turning the engine over at sufficient speed (RPM), if the engine doesn't start and run, that means there is something wrong with the ignition system, the fuel system, and/or engine management sensors. It is...
Hi there. The P2135 is one of most misdiagnosed trouble codes (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/p2135-obd-ii-trouble-code-throttle-pedal-position-sensor-switch-a-b-voltage-correlation-by-blake-griffin) for mechanics. This particular trouble code indicates that the Power Control Module (PCM) has detected an erroneous reading regarding the voltages transmitted by throttle position sensor A or...
Hi There, Any of the possibilities you describe may cause these types of symptoms, however the whining sound is more specifically an indication typically of a failing alternator (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/alternator-replacement) as a result of the bearings inside the alternator beginning to...
It sounds like you may have a problem with one or more cylinders misfiring. Engine misfires (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/engine-is-misfiring-inspection) can be caused by many different problems and are generally caused by either a spark or fuel issue or in some cases, a...
You should not add any lead replacements in this engine since the pistons and valve train is designed to not use it or need it. Lead was used to cool and lubricate the valves in older engines from the 60...
This is caused by the transmission internal or solenoid issue. The transmission is trying to go into reverse and forward gear at the same time. Have the transmission tested for solenoid or other internal issues with transmissions.
If If you need an SUV that lives up to the name “full-size SUV”, the 2012 Nissan Armada just might be your best option. With up to eight passenger seating and a 317-horsepower V8 engine that hauls 9,000 pounds with...