Q: Changing shock absorbers

Hello. The most common cause of a random coolant loss on this vehicle is a leaking intake manifold gasket (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-intake-manifold-gaskets). It commonly starts leaking coolant into the engine, which will be burnt off or will leak externally. I typically do...

It looks like the engine oil was contaminated with coolant and since the number 4 cylinder has a problem then you most likely blew a head gasket by that cylinder. The starter (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/starter-replacement) may also be bad if you cranked...

Hello, thanks for writing in about your Chevrolet Aveo. Your brakes can squeal and be okay but to be on the safe side you should have the brakes inspected (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/brake-system-inspection) by a certified technician, like one from YourMechanic, to make...

Hi there. Check the air filter and make sure that its not plugged up. A plugged air filter will cause the engine to not breathe correctly and make the engine shake on acceleration. Also check the mass air flow sensor...

P0365 refers to an open circuit on the camshaft position sensor on bank 1. It means the circuit for the sensor is incomplete. that could be a bad sensor, or it could be a bad connector,wire, ground or ECU.Since you've...

Hello, thank you for writing in. With a check engine light on, the first step is to have the vehicle scanned for diagnostic codes. This can be done by a technician, or at most auptmot8ve parts stores. That information will...

It is possible that this could have been a fluke issue. However if this is not the case I would recommend having your transmission inspected by a qualified professional to determine if everything is functioning properly.

The radiator fans are controlled by the Electronic Control Unit via the fan relay. The fans are supposed to come on when the engine reaches a certain temperature, or when the AC pressure comes up. If the car is overheating...