Q: Exhaust leak

Your vehicle has six different air flow options: Max A/C (air is blown from the center and side ventilators at the coldest setting, Upper Air (air flows at torso level), Upper and Lower Air (air flows at both torso and...

Hi. This is a fairly common concern for smog failure, it indicates the computer has detected a large leak in the evaporative emissions system. 90% of the time this is due to the fuel cap not being secured properly. Sometimes,...

Hello. By the description of your problem, there can be several causes. Make certain that your battery is in good condition, and that your lights and accessories come on normally. If your lights dim when you try to key start...

To some extent, it's good because you can drive different ways on them (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/what-are-run-flat-tires), but that's only around 50 miles or something. But, if you consider the cost, if you have to get the flat fixed (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/is-it-possible-to-repair-a-flat-tire) when they go...

Hello. It would be recommended to have the vehicle looked at by a certified mechanic. They should have the specialty tools and techniques to identify the problem and repair the situation correctly, and avoid any damage or injury. This could...

This may be related to a few different things such as a bad thermostat (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/thermostat-replacement), a failing coolant fan relay, or a blown head gasket. As you may know the thermostat regulates the flow of coolant in and out of...

This may potentially be related to a faulty transmission control module. As you may know, every time a gear change is required, the car's computer activates a transmission solenoid, which directs transmission fluid into the valve body to engage the...

Hello - your symptoms suggest a failure or disconnect of the shifter linkage to the transmission (whether cable (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-long-does-a-shift-selector-cable-last) or mechanical linkage). Most likely, this is external to the transmission, and can be repaired without having to get inside the...

You may have a sticking EFI relay in the main fuse box in the engine compartment. This relay if stuck on can keep power to the computer to turn on check engine light. Replace the relay and then retest.