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Before driving, you should always release the parking brake. If you do not release the brake, the car will not drive normally, and you can do serious damage to both the braking system, and the engine. To release the parking...
An older vehicle like this requires a lot more hands-on tuning and adjustment. Things such as timing, dwell, spark plug, point gap, and carburetor adjustments all should be finely tuned. Getting a vehicle running requires knowledge of those adjustments and...
Hi there. I've never been a big believer in using additives in transmission applications. The purpose of an "additive" is to mask the root cause of why a component is not working correctly. In the case of a transmission additive,...
Hi there, gladly you are okay after your accident. Brake failure can be a result of several different things. This can range from a failing brake booster (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/hydraulic-brake-booster-replacement), to air in the brake lines (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/brake-hose-replacement), to worn brake pads (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/brake-pads-replacement)....
The rubber boot on the CV joint (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/axle-cv-shaft-assembly-replacement) can rupture after high miles and the grease will leak or splatter from the area as the wheel it's connected to turns. Once the joint is dry, you will be able to...
Coolant temperature sensor is located at the upper radiator hose where it connects to the engine. Should be a green plug connector just to the left of the hose.
You need to have the battery and charging system checked again. You have a bad connection to battery or battery is bad and not charging. I recommend cleaning battery terminals by removing and cleaning then and reinstall then test entire...
A loose or leaking gas cap will almost never be the cause of a poorly running engine. It will set the check engine light on and set an Evaporative System fault, but will not make the engine jerk or misfire....
Fuse replacement averages $72 to $91 but you can get an exact quote if you click on "Get a Quote" at YourMechanic's fuse replacement service page (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/fuse-replacement). Fuses are located in a variety of spots in the car including in...
In In the world of subcompact sedans, the Nissan Versa is a serious contender. Not only does it come with a low price tag, but it also includes a lot more features than you’d expect for a subcompact, especially one...
The The Maxima is one of the most popular vehicles from Nissan, and they’ve been hitting it out of the park in recent years. The 2012 Nissan Maxima is a fantastic, practical vehicle that offers some excellent performance for a...