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It sounds to me like the cooling fans aren't coming on. I would suggest having a certified mechanic test for power at the fans while the AC is on, and verify the fan switch, relays and wiring are all working...
This does sound like a very frustrating experience. Unfortunately it is difficult to pinpoint exactly what is causing your computer to go bad (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-long-does-an-engine-control-module-ecm-last) without knowing what kind of computers have been installed in your vehicle. Aftermarket, used or refurbished...
Yes. This will replace your existing filter and housing. If you need help with this, a professional from YourMechanic can come to you to replace or install the air intake (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/cold-air-intake-replacement) for you.
Hi there. For your vehicle's P2097 (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/p2097-obd-ii-trouble-code-post-catalyst-fuel-trim-system-too-rich-bank-1-by-spencer-clayton) (post catalyst fuel trim system too rich bank 1) code, this can be difficult to diagnose. For all intents and purposes, the vehicle's PCM (powertrain control module) has recognized too much fuel and...
Hello - loss of power (https://www.yourmechanic.com/question/suv-experienced-low-acceleration-and-loss-of-power) can be caused by many failures. The first task is to determine the problem codes being set with the Check Engine light. This will guide diagnosis, and avoid unnecessary replacement of parts. I would...
Hi there. First you would need to know the firing order for the electronics on the distributor. The distributor number one on the firing order is the terminal on the right side at the front of the vehicle. Since you...
Hi There, I would suggest looking to other possibilities that may contribute to the O2 sensor producing a bad reading such as a failing mass air flow sensor (causing too much fuel to be introduced to the motor), bad fuel...
Hello - you don't specific what code is causing the Check Engine light to illuminate (oxygen sensor problem), but a failure of the pre-catalytic converter O2 sensor could cause a Reduced Power (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/is-it-safe-to-drive-with-the-reduced-power-light-on) experience. Failure of the O2 sensor can...
To answer your question requires field and performance data which to my knowledge has not been collected and published and thus does not exist. Some informal (non scientific) analyses have been published such as the one at this link (http://www.coloradomountainrally.com/blog/technical-discussion-of-the-crv-and-rav4-as-an-off-road-platform)....
A A decade after it debuted, the 2012 Lexus GS still hasn’t found a strong foothold in the sport-sedan market. However, this doesn’t mean you shouldn’t take a closer look. It’s much more affordable than competitors like the BMW 3...