Q: Did My Clutch Go Out Or Did My Transmission Go Out?

Hello. While having a cracked windshield is bothersome, the only time a manufacturer will cover a piece of glass is if it has a stress crack, with no signs of a stone chip or signs of impact. If you don’t...

A strut, also known as a MacPherson strut, named after Earle MacPherson, the engineer who developed this type of suspension, looks like a big tube-style shock absorber (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-long-does-a-shock-absorber-last) and uses the upper part of the strut as a steering pivot,...

I would ask one of the mechanics at YourMechanic to come to you and replace the broken ball joint so your vehicle will be drivable again. When you book your appointment, be sure to indicate whether it is the front...

Hey there, thanks for writing in about your 2000 Saturn LS. The ball joint (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/ball-joint-front-replacement) and the lower control arm (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/control-arm-assembly-replacement) work together in connection with the alignment of your car. When either of these two components are not working...

Hi there. Typically this is normal for this engine. The design of the valve train causes this engine to make more noise than a lot of engines, but it does not create any issues. The fuel injectors tend to also...

Hello. The ETS light is part of the traction control system. It can illuminate for many reasons. The check engine light (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/check-engine-light-is-on-inspection) is likely because the component that has failed is used by another system in the car and also...

Hello. With so many lights indicating on the dashboard such as the check engine light and the overdrive light they will certainly be codes present inside of the transmission control module and engine control module. I suggest that a technician...

Check to see where the washer fluid tank in located at. It the impact was hard enough to damage the washer fluid reservoir, then look at the motor to the reservoir and see if it has the wiring broke off...

A one tooth jump will often leave you still in the safe zone. Obviously, don't run the engine though to avoid an additional "jump" which will bring you more into the inteference danger zone. In other words, quit while you...