Q: Car stopped on highway

Hey there. It sounds like the horn switch is on it's way out if you are having an intermittent issue. Another way to tell would be to see if the horn sounds with the panic button on the key fob....

Hello. On most vehicles, this is caused by the door switch (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-faulty-door-lock-switch) in the latch assembly failing, or by the wiring from the door jamb wearing and breaking from years of use. All of the door panels will need to...

Hello. It is important when discussing master and slave cylinders to make it clear you are talking about the clutch and not the brake system – there isn't a proportioning valve (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-proportioning-combination-valve) in the clutch system. Both have master cylinders...

It sounds like you may have a severe misfire (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/engine-is-misfiring-inspection). It may be caused by many things including ignition system components, fuel system components, or even failing sensors on the motor. I suggest that you have a certified technician, like...

It is very possible that you could have an issue with your steering or suspension parts (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/brakes-steering-and-suspension-system-inspection). You may have a ball joint (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/ball-joint-front-replacement), tie rod (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/tie-rod-end-replacement), or wheel bearing (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/wheel-bearings-replacement) that has some free play. I would recommend having...

Hi there. Check the exhaust system for any heat shields that are loose. If the heat shields are loose, you can try to tighten them up. Some heat shields are welded in place. If there is no loose heat shields,...

What you are describing sounds like a dirty or faulty mass air flow sensor. The mass air flow sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/mass-airflow-sensor-replacement) monitors air intake as it is mixed with fuel prior to being injected into the motor. This sensor relays vital...

Hi Dustin. Thanks for contacting us today. The power steering system is a hydraulic unit, meaning that it needs to be fully secure with no air bubbles or areas to allow pressure to build. If you are checking power steering...

If the emissions or check engine light is on, there will be stored codes which might provide relevant clues as to the underlying fault. Among common possibilities for the loss of power you are are describing are throttle body faults...