Q: Emissions test

Hi. Clutches usually only last about 150,000 miles and need to be replaced. If your experiencing the clutch slipping and it has over 100,000 miles, it probably needs replacing. As far as it slipping out of 5th gear, you may...

Hello. I would check the fuel filter (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/fuel-filter-replacement) first. If the filter is clogged then this will occur. If the fuel filter is fine then the air flow meter needs to be checked. This is the most common part to...

A scanner should be connected to the diagnostic connector to read what fault code or codes are set. The check engine light can come on due to any of dozens of sensors or switches being faulty. The vehicle's ecu relies...

Hi there. Governors in a fuel system are basically a three-way valve. There is a supply port, exit port, and a dump port. As the fuel pressure regulator (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/fuel-pressure-regulator-replacement) is set the fuel pressure will remain the same as when...

Fuel pumps (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/fuel-pump-replacement) are typically tested by YourMechanic for pressure and volume and related parts, such as the fuel filter, are considered for replacement (a plugged filter could make the pump appear bad). Of course, the fuel pump is tested...

Hi there. When it comes to removing and replacing the antenna in your Corvette, the wheel well and tire assembly must come off to get the antenna out. You can remove the tail light and get to the antenna mounting...

Hi there: Overheating problems can be caused by multiple component failures ranging from a heater core that is clogged (as the mechanic suggested), a bad thermostat or coolant leaks and water pump failure. However, one item often overlooked is the...

Hi there. This is unfortunate and I'm sorry to hear that this has happened. It sounds like there could be either wiring or controller damage. Do any of the servos move during switch operation? If not then there is a...

Hello there, many faults will cause your heat to blow cold and check engine light on with your 2007 Honda CRV. The first step in diagnosis would be to check what code your car has stored in the computer, this...