A couple things. First, my car acts like it's going to di...
Responses
Jake
213 days ago
Hi there, my name is Jake.
Sorry your having issues, but thanks for reaching out.
Customer
213 days ago
Thanks
Jake
213 days ago
Is the service [engine](/topics-engine-chevy/) light on? any codes by chance?
Customer
213 days ago
The check engine light comes on and goes off. Cant remember the code number, but the code is fan speed high
Jake
213 days ago
The engine wanting to die when coming to a stop is going to be one of two things most likely.
- Either the throttle body is dirty or failing or;
- The engine is running rich causing it to stall at idle.
Customer
213 days ago
What about the front end being loose? What about the check engine light?
Jake
213 days ago
The loose front end could be a few different things. If your certain its not the steering that's loose (lower joint) then I would start by inspecting the tie rods.
If tie rods check out, then yes the rack is a possibility at this point
Customer
213 days ago
Check engine light?
Jake
213 days ago
The check engine light is on because a fault code is being detected, most likely one related to the stalling issue.
Customer
213 days ago
The code is P0495
Jake
213 days ago
ohh that's the fan clutch causing that fault.
Customer
213 days ago
It has a new fan clutch, a new [water pump](/topics-water-pump/) and a new serpentine belt
Jake
213 days ago
then swap out the fan clutch relay
Still not sure what you need?
Have a certified mobile mechanic diagnose what's wrong with your car, at your home or office.
Top Questions
Trending Topics
What others are asking
Car has sat for a month and won't start
It's not uncommon for your battery to be drained down if your car sits for a month without starting. Modern vehicles have a lot of technology which requires a lot of computers. Those computers have what is called keep alive...
Gearbox Faulty Message appear on dashboard screen
A gearbox message means you have a transmission fault. The fault could range anywhere from a faulty sensor, bad solenoid, to a mechanical issue. The first step is to have the computer scanned for fault codes. A generic scan tool...
My car idles rough when at a stop and almost stalls why might this be?
Hello. Typically, if this vehicle runs fine at all other times and will have trouble idling when coming to a stop, it is almost always caused by a bad idle control valve (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-idle-control-valve). Most of the time the valve fails...
I was going to work yesterday and as i was going down the road my truck just started to shake and shutter, what could it be?
Hello. If the problem is only happening when in gear, after a load is put on the engine, then you may have a fuel pressure problem. Have the fuel pressure tested to see if there is correct pressures and a...
Steering wheel is hard to turn
Hi there - this could be more than one problem. The alternator and "hard steering" issues could be a failed accessory belt, which drives both the alternator and the power steering pump. The VSC, ABS brake light, and traction control...
The traction control light comes on until the ignition is switched off, then it is off for a short time, then on again.
As you may know, your car is equipped with wheel speed sensors (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/abs-speed-sensor-replacement) on each of the four wheels, which monitor wheel speed while relaying this information to the traction control module, which is controlled by the car's ECU. When...
My radio and dash lights turn off once my vehicle has stopped and the driver door is open. Is this something you can repair?
Hi there. The wires to the dash and radio may have been shorted with the speaker wires that run to the doors. When the driver door is opened, the wires may short out causing a short to ground eliminating the...
Electrical problems
Hi there. It sounds like a blown fuse that supplies power to the accessories. Check all the fuses and replace as necessary. Recheck to see if the operation is as specified. There could be a short circuit if the fuse...
My 2004 Ford Ranger Edge V-6, 3.0. My RPM'S Idle one notch below number 1 when I'm stopped. Should it be higher or is that Ok?
Hi There, It sounds like your truck is idling at the correct RPM. Most vehicles should idle at approximately between 750-800 RPM's. In some cases, if the RPM's fluctuate or idle abnormally high or low, this may be an indication...
Browse other content
Estimates
Maintenance
A couple things. First, my car acts like it's going to die every time my car comes to a stop. Second, my front end drives very loose, like it wouldn't take much to lose control of it. Mechanic's Assistant: What is the make...
A couple things. First, my car acts like it's going to die every time my car comes to a stop. Second, my front end drives very loose, like it wouldn't take much to lose control of it. Mechanic's Assistant: What is the make/model/year of your car? 2007 Chevy Trailblazer Mechanic's Assistant: Are you fixing your TrailBlazer yourself? What have you tried so far? I am fixing myself and I haven't tried anything yet. I think the front end problem could be the steering rack, but not sure. And I'm not sure what to think about the car trying to die Mechanic's Assistant: Have you checked the fluids? I've checked the oil and the coolant, both good