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The traction control and vehicle stability control (VSC) are key safety features that help your car safely drive in poor weather. However, in select circumstances (such as when you are stuck in the mud or snow), the traction control and...
Hello. There are several possible components that could be causing the problem you are having with your heat. If the thermostat is sticking (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/thermostat-replacement) intermittently or if the heater control regulator opens and closes when it isn’t supposed to, it...
Hello. Most of the time if the vehicle is running fine and the lights just came on then you more than likely have low brake fluid. If the fluid level is low then all of these lights will come on....
Hi, thanks for writing in. I suspect your "upstream" sensor is the primary problem, and should be replaced. The downstream sensor you did replace is really measuring whether the catalytic converter (the main cat, not the pre-cat) did the job...
A car battery (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/battery-replacement) can appear to be 100% "charged" and still be essentially useless. The only way to determine the viability of a "used" battery is to perform a load test on the battery at a professional battery shop...
Hi there. Check the fuel system for any leaks. If there is no leaks, then go to the fuse box under the hood and locate the fuel pump relay. Check the relay and see if it is clicking when you...
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Hello, thank you for writing in. Your vehicle may be having one of many issues. To begin, make sure your battery cables and the starter's cables are all clean, dry, and tight. You will then want to see if the...
The engine should be checked first to make sure it is not running too rich. If not running rich then the exhaust catalyst (catalytic converters) are bad and need to be replaced.
The The PCV, or positive crankcase ventilation, is a relatively simple system, but one that can literally grind your vehicle’s engine to pieces if it happens to be functioning incorrectly. The degree of damage that this part can cause it...
Power Power steering is a wonderful thing – it makes maneuvering your car much simpler than if you were stuck with manual steering. Fluid-based power steering systems are the most common today, although electronic systems are beginning to make headway....