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Hello. There is a safety interlock switch in the gear select linkage system. It prevents key removal if the vehicle is not in Park. If that switch is misaligned, has failed, or its connector is dirty or has failed, the...
Hello! A battery may die for a number of reasons. In old age, a battery will lose its ability to recharge, which, by definition, makes the battery bad. An alternator is part of the car's electrical system, and is built...
Sounds like you might have a broken motor mount. Broken mounts are a common issue and easily fixable. Most front wheel drive cars have 3 engine mounts and 2 transmission mounts. Some have additional torque mounts, so no need to...
You'll need to remove the transmission to get access to the manual transmission clutch and pressure plate. If you need assistance with this I'd recommend enlisting a certified mechanic who can inspect your clutch's condition (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/clutch-is-not-working-inspection) and make the necessary...
First, verify the fuel tank is not empty. If you have fuel and the fuel gauge and pump is inoperative, then you may have a bad fuel pump (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/fuel-pump-replacement) and connector to the fuel pump. If you are still having...
The camshaft position sensor is a magnetic sensor that monitors camshaft speed to regulate ignition timing and fuel injection timing. It gathers and sends information about the car’s camshaft speed to the car’s electronic control module. This information is used...
Hello, thanks for writing in. The switch (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-neutral-safety-switch) should show "connectivity" (zero resistance) in the "Neutral" position for a successful start. Keep in mind that these symptoms could also be from the ignition switch (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/ignition-switch-replacement). If you need help having...
First check the fuse to the stereo and see if its burned. If the fuse is burned, replace the fuse and check the wiring on the radio and see if there is anything loose. If the fuse is good, then...
Hi There, This may be caused by a number of things, but commonly this is a result of a faulty connection at the battery or in many cases, a faulty starter relay. The starter relay (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/starter-relay-replacement) directs power from the...
The The R-Class isn’t a minivan. It’s not a station wagon either – though it bears the slight air of one. Mercedes deems it a crossover, and that may be the closest appropriate designation but it’s not an exact match...
If If you live in a windy area, one of the most important things you’re going to be looking for in a used vehicle is the ability to remain stable on the road on even the most blustery days. That...