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That is the sound that the brake boosters will make as the seals for the diaphragm are worn out. I would recommend having a certified technician come out and determine if that is in fact the problem you're having and...
I would need a bit more description of the sound to give you a better answer on this. This being said, when a car sits for a long time, many different things can happen which could cause noises. Bearings can...
If you are sure it is the ABS relay missing, then that will not prevent your car from starting. That circuit is unique only to the brake system. If the engine does not crank over fast when starting, you likely...
Hello. If your filter is over oiled and the oil got onto the hot wire of the air flow sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/mass-airflow-sensor-replacement), then that can cause it to burn out. A scan tool could be used to check the reading of...
Hello. If you were to purchase an entirely new harness that is made for your vehicle, it should a simple plug and play. I would not recommend tearing everything out. But instead, if I were to do it I would...
Hello - if the mechanic waited until the car was re-assembled after the water pump job to suggest timing chain repair, then "yes", s/he was not doing you any favor. Doing the timing chain repair separately is essentially repeating the...
Hi there. If you have a flex plate or a flywheel on your vehicle, the nose could be a loose bolt causing the rattling noise as the engine is running. If the noise lessens out as the engine is revved...
The oil leaks should be pinpointed in a leak diagnostic (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/oil-fluid-leak-inspection). If oil is leaking at the head gasket, the head has to be removed but prior to placement of a new gasket the head and block have to be...
The brakes will need to have them inspected to see if they need replaced. The check engine light coming on and loss of power will not be due to brake pads are low. You will need to have the computer...
Spark Spark plugs are essential components of your ignition system. They’re responsible for supplying the spark that ignites fuel and starts the combustion process. However, not all spark plugs are created equal. You’ll find “normal” plugs on the market, but...