Q: engine issues

Your car’s charging system is an essential component – without an operable battery and alternator, your car won’t go anywhere. If the Charging System light is flashing on the dash, there’s something wrong. The main reason for the light to...

The only two ways I have ever seen a door make noise is if the hinges need lubrication (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/lubricate-doors) or if the door is being resisted by another body part such as a fender. When the door breaks free in...

There is a recall (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-check-if-your-car-has-recalls), 05v270000, for electrical system wiring dated 2005-06-07. This is a Ford recall number that pertains to this exact problem you are having and the cause of the issue may be the fuel injection wire harness...

This is a symptom of a slipping clutch disc. You should have a mechanic verify the clutch linkage is not binding and quote the replacement clutch.

This may be related to a cold start enrichment problem which is generally controlled by the coolant temperature sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/coolant-temperature-switch-sensor-replacement). This sensor relays the temperature of the engine coolant to the computer which then makes fuel adjustments based upon the...

Hi there. The transmission control module, or TCM, uses data from the shift/timing solenoids to manage hydraulic fluid transfers between circuits, and to perform changes in transmission gear ratios in order to accelerate, decelerate, optimize fuel efficiency, and maximize engine...

Hello - I would first go to an auto parts store and have them check for any problem codes (this is normally free), whether the Check Engine light is on or not. Depending on the results of the code scan,...

Hello, thank you for writing in. The light is telling you the computer is shutting off accessory electronics to save battery life due to low voltage. The light may be remaining on because the warning was not reset, the battery...

I would recommend having your vehicle shifter and the vehicles transmission inspected by a qualified professional for damages. It is abnormal for the shifter to move freely and appear to not select any gear. It is very possible that something...