Q: Code P0171. Do I need to take car to dealership to address this problem.

Your car is equipped with a number of different lights on the dash that will turn on to provide important information. If the Seat Belt light comes on, it means that the driver’s belt isn’t buckled. The light will stay...

Hi, If by struggling you mean it cranks slow, low battery voltage might be the cause. Normal voltage on a fully charged car battery is 12.6 volts. On a vehicle like yours with a push button start, once the voltage...

The rotary engines have twin rotors that have what is called apex seals the give these engines the compression to run. These seals are a known failure that can cause no start, low power and fouling of the plugs. You...

Electronic Stabilization Control (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/warning-light-is-on-inspection) detects critical situations at an early stage, and takes action to stop skidding and help bring your car safely back under control. Check the wheel sensors for proper operation. Make sure that the sensors are plugged...

Hi there. Check the wiring to the carburetor and see if the choke is coming on or staying off. The computer controlled carburetors are designed to meter the choke and fuel jets. If the wiring to the carburetor has power...

If there is smoke, a leak is likely. Losses in the coolant reservoir would suggest a coolant leak. If you suspect a coolant leak, the origin can be pinpointed if you request a coolant leak diagnostic (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/coolant-is-leaking-inspection). It is possible...

Your engine have more than one belt and the cause of the noise could be any one of them and also could be the tensioners for the belts not holding enough tension on the belts. The speedometer may be a...

Hi Joel. What you are describing is typically an indication that your Jetta has entered what's called a "limp mode". This happens when the ECU detects a problem with the transmission. It activates a fail safe mode to restrict the...

There is no set life span for the transmission. I have seen many go beyond 200,000 miles and not have an issue and others breakdown after the first week of ownership. The key is to follow the service manual for...