Q: Computer issue

A ticking noise indicates a worn valve lash adjuster that is dirty and needs cleaning or needs to be replaced. These are the lifters that ride on the camshaft and provide lift for the valve. They are spring loaded and...

Hello. If the battery is testing good (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-check-a-car-battery) and has the correct CCA and voltage, I would look towards a faulty starter (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-starter) or wiring fault such as insufficient ground. I recommend that a technician check the starting system ....

Hi, thanks for writing in. If the crankcase is building up pressure that will not equalize, then you have a clogged crankcase ventilation system, such as the crankcase air filter may be bad. Have the PCV valve (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-positive-crankcase-ventilation-pcv-valve) and air...

You may have a vacuum leak in the intake air tubing between the turbo and the throttle body or mass air sensor. I would recommend having the engine checked and diagnosed (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/engine-idle-speed-is-high-inspection) by a certified mechanic from YourMechanic.

An engine is stalling inspection (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/car-is-stalling-inspection) will reveal the cause. When the vehicle is cold, the mixture has to be enriched in order for the engine to run initially. That enrichment signal is sent (to the fuel injectors) if the...

Hi there. This is a very difficult question to accurately answer; as there are several variables that impact engine wear and tear such as routine service and maintenance schedule (https://www.yourmechanic.com/scheduled-maintenance) and type of driving completed. However, on the average, typically...

Hello, thank you for writing in. The vehicle may be suffering from several issues simultaneously. The first thing to do is scan the vehicle for diagnostic codes to find out why the check engine light is coming on. This is...

Hi There, It sounds like the transmission drain plug bolt may be loose, missing the gasket ring or potentially have stripped threads causing it to leak transmission fluid. I would suggest having a professional from YourMechanic come to your location...

It is possible that you could have a faulty engine or transmission mount. When these mounts fail that can cause the engine to shake around at idle and in drive or other gears. I would recommend having your engine and...