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Your car is designed to allow you to enjoy access to the audio system and other electronic accessories even after you’ve turned off the engine. The accessory delay is a feature that allows you to use your accessories, including the...
It sounds like you have a faulty wheel bearing. The vibration goes away when you turn because you are loading the bearing and taking up all of the play. Wheel bearings can be checked by jacking up the vehicle, and...
It depends on the tools you have. If you have a voltmeter, then you can check the voltage at the battery posts (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-check-a-car-battery) when the engine is running. When you do this, make sure that you turn on the normal...
You may have an issue with your battery (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-battery). Batteries are measured in cold cranking amps which is the amount of amperage the battery can produce at 0 degrees. If the cold cranking amps of your battery are not up...
Hi there. This can occur from a blown fuse, a failed motor, or a problem with the control switch. I usually check the fuse first to see if it has blown. If it has then I would replace it and...
Lack of power and shaking can be caused by a number of components. Misfiring can reduce power and cause shakes. Misfires can be ignition related like from bad spark plugs or ignition coils. Also from sensors such as the crankshaft...
If you are lucky, there may just be some damage to the alternator and/or some fusible links may have been blown. I know it's not much help now, but I strongly advise people NOT to jump start their cars...
Based on your description this might be some sort of major electrical failure. Inasmuch as the car is not starting at all now, you can request a no start diagnostic (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/car-is-not-starting-inspection) and the responding certified mechanic will simply determine what...
The The 2012 BMW 3-Series has been wildly popular in the US since it was first introduced in 1975. This series of luxury sedans sets itself apart from other luxury models with its superior performance and driving dynamics. No matter...
In the battle for the family vehicle, the 4-door sedan is a strong contender that just continues to be a viable option even with the rise of the crossover SUV and the popularity of passenger vans. These sedans offer a...