Q: Check engine light

Hello! Thank you for writing in with this question. Many Toyota vehicles have been affected with similar issues. Oftentimes, this problem is caused by a ground issue in the faceplate of the radio. Toyota offers an updated factory radio. You...

The eight-way power seats give you lost of flexibility in how you adjust your seat. Here are the various ways to adjust the eight-way power seats: 1. Locate the power seat adjustment control on the outboard side of the side....

If the red brake light is on, it usually means one of two things. Either you have a hydraulic leak in your brake system (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/brake-safety-inspection-inspection), or your emergency brake is on. The emergency brake being on even partially can cause...

In order to provide a more thorough answer, we will need more information on the type of vehicle and engine. In general terms though, when you try to start the car and only hear the starter whining, it could be...

Hello. It does sound like a thermostat issue. If the thermostat is not opening as it should then this will occur. It also sounds like the radiator cap may not be holding pressure. I would typically test the thermostat and...

It is possible that the issue could be related to your throttle relay. The throttle relay would be located in your power distribution box under the hood. I would recommend swapping it with a similar relay to determine if the...

Hello. Warning lights accompanied with stalling can be caused by many things. If the oil is low I would go ahead and top it off to prevent the possibility of engine damage, however, it is unlikely that low oil is...

Hello. Thank you for writing in. Typically vehicles jump and surge (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/engine-is-shaking-pulsating-or-vibrating-inspection) due to spark or fuel issues. The computer is designed to keep the engine running within certain ranges, and when the vehicle doesn't have what it needs, it...

Nothing adverse appears on the Carfax report. There don't appear to be any outstanding recalls. Inasmuch as used car repair, maintenance, and restoration costs are highly dependent on the actual, as found, condition of the vehicle, the only way to...