Q: Fuel smell

My first question to you would be to ask you why the engine is being replaced. Did you already have the problem diagnosed and were told you need an new engine? I would need more information to properly diagnose your...

Engines that are considered twin camshaft engines will have individual separate camshafts for the exhaust and intake valves on a cylinder head instead of a single camshaft to operate both the intake and exhaust valves (https://www.yourmechanic.com/parts/exhaust-pressure-control-valve) in a cylinder head....

I would start with a vehicle inspection (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/steering-wheel-feels-loose-inspection) from a YourMechanic technician. Ensure that the technician inspects the intermediate shaft, steering gearbox, and all joints associated with the steering system. If any parts are found to have looseness or play, they...

I would definitely stay clear from cars from the '90's. A lot of them had horrible transmissions. They weren't that great cars. Lot of them rusted out, too. But for a 2000's car, the later ones and mid-to-late ones can...

Hello. Most of the time this is caused by one of two things on your vehicle. It is either because the powertrain control module, or engine computer, is failing internally, or the main relay that supplies power to it is...

The anti-theft system is engaged. You will need to have the system scanned to see why the system is active. You can try to using a different key to see if it'll work. Also, try to open the passenger door...

Hi, thanks for writing in. Try turning the car off then shifting it to park. If that works, most likely the causes are the brake light switch (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/brake-light-switch-replacement) or the transmission control module. From previous experience working in a Mercedes...

Hi there. From the description you have provided, it leads me to believe there is a charging system problem. Apparently, the battery is being run down while driving (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/battery-is-dead-inspection). A good battery will recover on its own when it sits...

You should check for any codes that could be stored in the ECM (computer) as the check engine light is on. This will give you a starting place to check for the condition that you are having. Since the vehicle...