Q: Cold start
Greetings, i have this issue been bothering me for a while now. Whenever i vold start my car or its the first start, it takes a long time to start/ignite like for 2 or 3 tries. When it does eventually start i get all the signs on ( traction control/engine), not to mention that the engine shake heavily and gear transmitter becomes soo aggressive like its going to break. When i let the engine heat i shut it off and then restart the engine. All things go back to normal. I checked it through the computer i found (crank shaft sensor/ fuel injectors) not sure though because i had to peak in order to see the faults. Please help i desperately need an advice
My car has an automatic transmission.
The statements expressed above are only for informational purposes and should be independently verified. Please see our
terms of service
for more details
Get an instant quote for your car
Our certified mechanics come to you ・Backed by 12-month, 12,000-mile guarantee・Fair and transparent pricing
What others are asking
Car keeps stalling
Hello. It sounds like your problem lies in the fuel/air mixture going to the carburetor. If the fuel/air mixture is not accurate, the idle needs to be checked with a vacuum gauge and adjusted to the proper idle and vacuum...
it screams when I push the gas petal to accelerate the rpm rev high causing it to act like its losing power going up hill
This sounds like the transmission is slipping. I recommend having a transmission mechanic diagnose the slipping by checking transmission pressures, checking for trouble codes (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/what-is-the-on-board-diagnostics-obd-system), or checking for any solenoids that are not letting it shift.
Weird noise coming from back left wheel
Hello. If the noise is intermittent, it is either road noise (possibly due to an abnormally worn, cupped, or damaged tire interacting with particular road "textures", hence the intermittent nature of the noise) or a component of the vehicle, for...
Replaced a clutch slave cylinder now having trouble bleeding it
Hi, thanks for writing in. In order to bleed a slave cylinder properly, it should be bench bleed just like a master cylinder. The best way to do this is to secure the slave cylinder into a voice connect plastic...
Axle Bent and Cost
Sent to CS and answer made live.
where is the thermostat
Your thermostat is located in the front of the engine right next to the distributor just above the water pump. I would recommend having an expert from YourMechanic come to your home to -diagnose and replace your thermostat (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/thermostat-replacement).
Fan runs when car is off. Overheats when idling for a 3-minute period
Hey there. This can be caused by a number of things such as low coolant levels (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/top-off-coolant), a faulty thermostat (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/thermostat-replacement), or a failing coolant fan switch (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/thermo-coolant-fan-switch-replacement). As you may know, the coolant fan switch helps to maintain the...
There is smoke coming from my car.
If you are having to top off the oil once a month, depending on how many miles you drive per month, this may suggest that your engine is burning the oil. If the smoke is a blue colored smoke, this...
Car gets too hot before the fans come on.
This is a common sign of a faulty coolant temperature relay. This is a relay that monitors the temperature of the coolant and relays this information back to the computer which then uses this information to make many different decisions...
Related articles
A Buyer’s Guide to the 2009 Mazda Tribute Hybrid
2009 2009 marked the end of the very short life of the Mazda Tribute Hybrid. All told, the automaker produced fewer than 700 models, and it was ultimately retired well before the Tribute itself ceased production in 2011. For the...
The Best Used Cars to Buy for Occasional Drivers
Not Not everyone relies on their car on a daily basis. Maybe you aren’t the type that deals with a daily commute, and running from here to there constantly. If that’s the case, you may be looking for a car...
How to Buy a Classic Pontiac
Whether you want to buy a classic Pontiac for yourself or as a gift, here are some tips on buying one for a great value.
Browse other content
Maintenance
Cities