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Greetings and thank you for writing in with this question! Problems like this can be difficult to diagnose. Does the Check Engine Light illuminate when the car loses power? If so, a local mechanic (like those with YourMechanic) can diagnose...

The front wheel bearings on this vehicle are known to get very noisy after getting some mileage on them. The only fix is to get the wheel bearings replaced (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/wheel-bearings-replacement). The bearings are pressed in parts and a qualified mechanic...

Hi, this comes up a lot on this engine. If the coolant level has gone low without an external leaks then you more than likely have a leak in the intake manifold gasket. This would require that the top of...

Hello! The origin of leaks can sometimes be difficult to see when they run. A qualified technician will perform a cooling system pressure test, which will show exactly where the leak is coming from. Hoses, thermostat and the radiator, are...

Hello, thanks for writing in about your 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. If you are trying to remove the grill, it is attached to the front bumper. You cannot remove the tabs without breaking them. You have to remove the entire bumper...

Hi there. In many cases, the issue you're talking about is caused by an ignition timing problem; typically related to a damaged crankshaft position sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-crankshaft-position-sensor) or trouble within your ignition system such as the coil or distributor. This can...

Hi there. The noise that you are hearing could be the power steering pump (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/power-steering-pump-replacement) whining, the alternator (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/alternator-replacement) bearing failing, or the transmission gear train has too much gear lash. Check the engine to see if there are any...

Hi there. The engine always at operating temperature leads me to believe, the thermostat is not the cause, for no heat inside the vehicle. There are several possibilities for no heat inside, the heater control valve is malfunctioning (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/heater-control-valve-replacement), the...

The likely cause is a failed wheel bearing unless something exceptional has caused the brake caliper to lock the brake rotor. By far, the most common cause of what you are describing is simply bearing failure though. Repair can be...