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Yes, a loose heat shield, exhaust leak, damaged muffler or catalytic converter, or even a faulty engine mount may all contribute to a rattling noise. The exhaust system and motor mounts need to be inspected for contact issues. You may...
The most common thing for that is the master switch (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-faulty-door-lock-switch) on the driver's side would go bad and they short out and keep making them pop up and down. So a lot of times, just changing the master switch...
Hello. The crankshaft pulley/harmonic damper bolt on virtually all engines is often tightened to 200-400 ft lbs of torque. On the Honda, the specification is a mild 14 ft lb, but FOLLOWED by 90 degrees of additional twist. Bottom line...
Hello. The ETC (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/what-are-the-different-codes-that-can-light-up-on-my-dashboard) and ESC (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/what-does-the-electronic-stability-control-esc-warning-light-mean-by-spencer-cates) lights are likely not related to your air door actuator. The air door actuator is an AC component, and not really connected to the electronic throttle control or stability control systems. The ETC...
Hi and thanks for contacting YourMechanic. The cause for the bouncing around the road is a loose suspension, loose steering, or failed shock. Check all of the suspension control arms and check the sway bars front and rear. Check the...
The fuel injectors on this engine can intermittent stick causing a misfire. The fix is to replace the injector for the cylinder having the problem. This is from a carbon build up in the injector pintle. I would recommend having...
Hi there: Without being there to inspect your Honda Pilot, it's very difficult for me to give you accurate advice on what is causing the steering to be loose. All of the items you've listed in your question could be...
Hi there. Unfortunately, we are not able to receive pictures or video to pinpoint damage or identify parts for vehicles through this platform. The best way to identify this item is to search online for a detailed schematic of your...
Hi there. In most cases, when your engine runs fine, but will sputter and die when you put it into park, it's an indication of a vacuum leak, mass air flow sensor or EGR valve problem. It could also indicate...
2011 2011 marked the final year of production for the Buick Lucerne, a venerable full-sized sedan that offers ample room in the interior. The car was noted for the significant amount of interior space and trunk space offered, although it...
The The Toyota Prius is an innovative vehicle packed with features that make your driving experience smoother and easier. One such feature is the Intelligent Parking Assist which helps a driver to properly center the Prius in a parking spot....