Q: car wont start

Just like your brakes (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-do-i-know-if-my-brakes-need-replacing), your steering system (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-often-should-the-steering-system-be-inspected) is an essential part to the control and safety of your vehicle. Safety is a huge concern with both of these systems since a brake failure can keep you from stopping...

One common mistake that can be made when replacing brake pads is forgetting to spray the brake rotors down with brake cleaner (https://www.yourmechanic.com/parts/brake-cleaner) before installing them. This applies to new and used rotors: New rotors have a sticky adhesive material...

The recall has doesn't involve the speed sensor. The recall is to replace a clip on the shift linkage to keep it from coming off and possibly allowing the vehicle to come out of gear and roll if the parking...

Hello and thank you for contacting YourMechanic. If the engine light is on for code P0105, then the computer has lost communication from the MAP (Manifold Absolute Pressure) sensor. Check the harness to the sensor for any corrosion and look...

Hi - yes, for whatever reasons, the stock coil packs (https://www.yourmechanic.com/question/no-problem-just-curious-by-lisa) use steel contacts instead of brass. I would replace the stock coil (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/ignition-coil-replacement) with an aftermarket coil that uses brass contacts. Before purchasing, I would recommend a pre-purchase vehicle...

Hi there. Check the transmission fluid level and make sure that its full. When checking the level, look at the color of the fluid. If the fluid is red or dark red, then I recommend draining the transmission oil and...

It is not legal in any State to remove emissions on any vehicle since it is a Federal Law to not alter the emissions of a vehicle. You would need to put the catalyst back to original or the vehicle...

Hi Bob. There is so much to consider here, that it might be best to simplify this issue. The P0018 OBD-II trouble code indicates that the Oil Control Valve (OCV) is stuck closed or open mechanically. It also can be...

Hi there. In most cases, when the brake pedal pulses, it's due to either a problem with the ABS sensors or a brake rotor that is warped. A warped brake rotor can occur when the wheel is too tight on...