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Hi there. Sounds to me that your brake pads have worn past their limit causing the metal base to press against the brake rotor which is leading to metal on metal contact. A brake service is due for your car....
Often it's a GDI because they carbon up the engines over time. Pay a mechanic to carbon clean the entire engine. Then you'd want to pray that the cat hasn't been ruined. It may already be ruined. It's a '98...
There is no kind of lubricant that will solve your problem. It sounds like your rotors got wet. Sometimes, the brakes will make a grinding noise for a short time after this happens. Also, if they are allowed to sit...
Hi there. Assuming you replaced the TCM (transmission control module) with a factory part, a transmission shift relearn procedure should have been performed. It could be that you have a TCM connector or wiring issue if the same code has...
Hello. If you have taken all those steps and the idle is still not at the correct speed, then the next thing I would look at is the idle air control valve (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/idle-control-valve-replacement). The idle air control valve is the...
Hello. Some times when the engine overheats it can cause some serious internal engine damage that will cause a loss of compression. If this occurs then the engine will need to be rebuilt. I would check the compression first. If...
Hi there: If you're hearing a noise while operating your gas pedal, there are a few items that could cause this including a vacuum leak, exhaust system leak or even a problem with the gas pedal or throttle cable itself...
The RKE module is located straight above the gas pedal. The module is black with one electrical connector and the antenna cable inserted in to the side of it. If you need additional help diagnosing the door locks then have...
The problem sounds like you have flat spots on the tires in the rear when the tow truck operator dragged and pushed the truck with the transmission locked. I would recommend having a vehicle safety inspection (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/75-point-safety-inspection) to see if...
There There are a few main differences between a water-cooled and air-cooled engine. Air-cooled engines utilize an engine cylinder design that incorporates cooling fins all the way around the cylinder and on top of the piston cylinder head. These fins...
The The Jeep Wrangler (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/a-buyer-s-guide-to-the-2012-jeep-wrangler) is easily the most off-road oriented vehicle you can buy from a dealership. All Jeep Wranglers come with four-wheel drive and a removable top. Their high ground clearance and short wheelbase allow them to navigate...