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If your heater is not getting warm enough and the engine is not reaching operating temperature (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/heater-is-not-working-inspection) for a long time then your engine most likely has a thermostat that is stuck open. A stuck open thermostat can be verified...
Hi there. Check the coolant temperature sensor and see if it has a loose connection on the wiring harness. This will cause the gauge to fluctuate up and down as the engine is running. For the heater not working, check...
Hello! It sounds like you may have a dirty or faulty idle air control valve. The idle air control valve (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/idle-control-valve-replacement) monitors the air intake as it is mixed with fuel prior to being injected into the engine at low...
Hi there. Sometimes when you jump start a vehicle, it will cause electrical component failure, ranging from blown fuses to relays that power electrically powered components; including your power door locks. If you check all fuses and relays, and still...
Hi there - there are 4 engine/transmission mounts in total for your vehicle. Engine vibration is a symptom (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-engine-mount) of broken or failed motor/transmission mounts. Depending on how many of these are damaged, the estimate you received may be perfectly...
Hello. There are a lot of options out there so it is important that you listen to the sounds of the exhaust systems on cars online. Most manufacturers post videos of their exhaust systems on multiple vehicles to give you...
Hi There, There are a number of things you can do to get tree sap off of your vehicle. First, wash the car immediately followed by using Goof off or another commercial bug removal chemical, all of which are found...
Hi Christopher. Is it possible....certainly. However, the only thing you'd be able to use with the existing Mitsubishi is the body and maybe a few interior parts, as you'd have to install a full frame, rear wheel drive, new engine...
Hi Ron. Thanks for sending in your question today. Like most OEM replacement components, an OEM wastegate actuator is set by the manufacturer to draw a certain amount of power and open at a specific amount of PSI. It's always...
The The 2012 Chevrolet Suburban offers large amounts of space to carry around a growing family or to transport supplies to your favorite camping spot. It is available in heavy duty and half ton models. Key Features The 1500 Suburban...
The The introduction of the LEAF represented the beginning of an age many car experts were skeptical would even happen – true mass production of a 100% electric vehicle. Not only did it happen but the LEAF was grabbed up...
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...