Q: Hi Noe, I am thinking about buying a Wrangler but I am seeing a lot about the engine quitting while it is being driven. Do you hav
I am thinking about buying a used Jeep Wrangler and I am reading that many of them have engine problems that causes the engines to die while they are being driven or when accelerating. I would like a recommendation for the most trouble free model year and then a mechanic that can help me keep it in tip top shape. Thanks!
My car's transmission is unknown to me.
The statements expressed above are only for informational purposes and should be independently verified. Please see our
terms of service
for more details
Get an instant quote for your car
Our certified mechanics come to you ・Backed by 12-month, 12,000-mile guarantee・Fair and transparent pricing
What others are asking
What are the wear indicators on the tires and what do they mean?
Your tires should provide you with a long life, but they will eventually wear out. Every time you drive, a minute amount of rubber is worn off the surface of the tire’s tread. Eventually, the tread will wear out completely....
How do I turn on the high beams?
The high beams give your vehicle added visibility when it is dark out. To turn them on, push the turn signal lever (protruding from the left side of the steering wheel) forward until it clicks into place. A light will...
How do I unlock the doors with the Intelligent Key?
The Intelligent Key allows you to unlock your vehicle without actually using a key. To unlock your car with the Intelligent Key, simply press the Request switch on either front door handle, or on the trunk handle, while the Intelligent...
Hose leaking coolant
Hi there. If there is an obvious leak that you can see then that needs to be repaired first. If it is from a hose then that hose may simply need to be replaced. Once it is replaced the system...
why theres no fluid coming out on the bleeder
You may have to use a pressure or vacuum type of bleeder to get out the air in the system. Make sure that the master cylinder pedal is not adjusted too tightly. Also, ensure that the automatic adjuster is reset...
Airbag sensor keeps going on and off
The Air Bag light is there to warn you of a problem with the system. The airbag computer continuously monitors all of the circuits to each airbag and impact sensor. If a circuit is not within the specs, the warning...
Why wont the fan start? Smoking near fan, cooling fan new but wont start. engine overheats.
Hey there. As you alluded, this is a sign of a bad cooling fan relay switch (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/cooling-fan-relay-replacement). The cooling fan relay switch comes on when the temperature reaches a certain level to help cool down the radiator. When this is...
Reset CHANGE OIL indicator light
Push "Setup" on the Windstar's dash control pad. The screen next to the speedometer will read "Press Reset for Sys Check." Press "Reset" on the control pad. The display will now read "Oil Life % Hold Reset New." Hold "Reset"...
where is the crank position sensor located we can't locate it
The crankshaft position sensor is almost always located very near or right behind the crankshaft pulley. This is due to the fact that the crank pulley is the only place outside of the engine that is connected to the crankshaft...
Related articles
The Best Used Cars to Buy If You're a Personal Trainer
As As a personal trainer, you either operate out of a gym, or you go to your clients. Either way, you probably don’t have to haul any more gear than what fits into your gym bag, so your main focus...
The Best Used Cars to Buy If You're a Personal Assistant
As As a personal assistant, you have a lot of demands placed on your time. Often it’s important that you be able to get around town quickly, running a ton of errands, picking things up here, dropping them off there,...
The Best Used Cars to Buy If You’re an Electrician
As As an electrician, you have to haul around wiring, tools and equipment, and tons of supplies. You can’t get by with a small used car, or even a big one. What you probably need is a good used cargo...
Browse other content
Services
Maintenance