Q: My car ran out of gas and now it will start but dies 1999 Ford Explorer

If you are positive that your vehicle is leaking transmission fluid, the knocking sound is likely related. I would recommend having your vehicle inspected for leaks first. (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/transmission-fluid-is-leaking-inspection) Once the leak source is determined, have it repaired by a qualified...

Hi there. This problem is caused by a lack of mobility in your ignition cylinder. The bumps on your key depress a series of channels in the cylinder in the correct combination of order for it to release it's locking...

A few different parts can cause this problem. The ignition switch (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-ignition-switch) or key cylinder (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-ignition-lock-cylinder) are most likely. Another possible cause is the security module. In any of these cases, hot wiring the car is not recommended as it...

A common cause for an intermittent no start on the Volvo 850 and stalling is a failing main fuel relay (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-main-relay-computer-fuel-system). The contacts in this relay over time can burn, causing no fuel delivery and ultimately a stall and subsequent...

Hi there. Typically when this situation occurs, it's caused by a vacuum leak. It is very common to either intentionally or accidentally remove a vacuum line while replacing a mass air flow sensor. What I would recommend is to retrace...

Hi there. Inside your owner manual or on the side VIN plate on your driver side door, should be the type of differential you have (either the C200 or M226) as this vehicle has one or the other that is...

Hi there. When you hear a squeak shortly after replacing the brakes, it's commonly due to excessive brake dust trapped between the caliper and brake rotor. However, it is also possible that something is stuck or the pads installed are...

Hi Virginia. Thanks for contacting us today. It's always best to first correctly diagnose the source of the misfire before replacing any components. It is possible that the coil pack is faulty, in which it is best practices to replace...

The flex pipe broke due to the motor mounts are bad and mounts should be repaired first and then an exhaust shop should be able to just replace the flex pipe for you.