Q: Display shows "Service AdvanceTrac", what does that mean?

The heated steering wheel is a comfort feature that allows the steering wheel to heat up on cold days, to help keep your hands warm. To turn on the heated steering wheel, press the icon underneath the climate controls, with...

The suspension is the most likely source of the noise. However, almost anything on a car can develop a squeak. Try your best to narrow where exactly the noise is coming from. Front, back, left, or right. This will help...

Hi. Most likely there is something out of alignment in your pulley system causing the belt to come off. The first thing to inspect would be the idler pulley (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/idler-pulley-replacement). Remove the belt and check if the pulley wobbles. If...

Hello. Thanks for writing in. Due to the fact this major loss of power only happens when turning, it is likely the assisted steering that is straining the engine. The power steering system is powered by the engine and drive...

Hi - air hissing sounds (https://www.yourmechanic.com/question/hissing-sound-by-jimmy-f) like you describe could have several causes. A leak in the engine intake system, a leaking power brake booster (brake pedal harder to press?), or something rubbing on the engine accessory belt can all...

This a warranty issue and that means that, regardless of the cause, which I will help you with momentarily, the dealership is absolutely required to resolve this issue and resolve it pronto due to the existence of Federal and state...

Hi there. Check the battery cables (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/service-battery-cables) and make sure that they are tight and clean. Check the battery for a load test. The battery should not drop more than 11.5 volts during a voltage drop test. If the battery...

After installing the steering column there may be some electrical wiring not hooked up or pinched. Check all the wiring on the steering column to the ignition system and see if the wires are not hooked up or pinched off....

The repairs that were performed would not be implicated as a cause in any engine smoking that is visible in the exhaust. Some smoke at start up can be normal, particularly white smoke from condensation. However, continuous smoking after the...