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Your headlights can be adjusted to ensure that the beam strikes the road correctly for good nighttime illumination. While the headlights were adjusted correctly when you bought the car, there are things that can throw off the aim, including: Towing...
The most common cause of this revving is either a stuck throttle or the mass airflow (MAF) sensor. This fault should be addressed as soon as possible for normal operation as this revving can become dangerous if the vehicle is...
Hi there. It sounds like a lot going on, but we're here to help. If the throttle is still revving the engine very high at idle, then there may be something either stuck or a vacuum hose is loose. Listen,...
Often, some exhaust components like heat shields or hangers may rust or become loose and rattle (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/loud-squealing-or-rattling-is-coming-from-engine-inspection) over time and is pretty common for the type of sound you're describing. If you are not experiencing any drivability concerns, the rattle...
Hi there - your engine, like many others, uses an oil-pressure operated mechanism, sometimes called a cam phaser, to vary the camshaft timing (aka variable valve timing). This mechanism delivers additional power and fuel economy for more recent engine designs....
Hi there. Actually, this is not a precise service listed in our replacement options as of yet. However, it's still likely and possible for us to complete this task for you. To begin this process, please click this link for...
Generally, this is not something that will harm the vehicle, however when these lights are on this usually means that there is an issue with the anti-lock braking system. The traction control system (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/traction-control-light-is-on-inspection) monitors the steering and stability of...
SUVs represent one out of every three vehicles sold in 2012, making them one of the most-purchased types of vehicles in the country during that time period. Compact SUVs are a sub-class that are slightly smaller and offer the most...
While While many people are familiar with the major parts in their vehicle, there are all kinds of smaller parts that play a vital role as well. The thermostat is one of those parts that many don't think about, but...