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Your vehicle identification number (VIN) is unique to your vehicle, and is used as a legal identifier of your car. The VIN is located on the drive side of the windshield, where the windshield meets the dash. It is easily...
Hi there. It sounds like you have a pretty good idea of what the brakes need. If the rear brakes need to be replaced then that should be done prior to replacing anything else as you do not want to...
Hi. There is a couple of things that could be wrong here. The battery (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-battery) or alternator (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-alternator) that was just installed could be defective. Theses parts need to be tested for proper operation. There also could be a fuse,...
Hey there. I would not expect anything in or around the oil pan itself to make rattling noises that might be considered musical. Heat shields for exhaust manifolds and other metal brackets and shielding can make lots of rattling noises,...
Be sure the wiring harness is connected to the transmission, although in drive the manual valve (in the transmission valve body) should at least get you into 1st gear. Check the fluid level. If fluid is really low, the transmission...
Hi there. Typically, motor oil is a light syrup color before it is poured into an engine. As the engine runs, carbon deposits from burned fuel become infused inside the oil particles, which causes the oil to darken to a...
Hi Lisa. Thanks for contacting us today. There are two possibilities here. First, it is possible that some water may have entered the engine and caused a hydraulic lock (which essentially makes the engine useless and will require complete rebuilding)....
It could be that the transmission has failed. Or it could be that there is a bad CV joint. either one will leave you stranded in place. If he has heard some knocking when he went around turns for a...
If transmission will not shift only when it gets warm and shifts perfect when cold then the problem may be in one of the sensors and would require the computer scanned for codes to see if vehicle is going into...
The The 2012 BMW X5 is an SUV that offers both utility and ease of driving. The steering is responsive with a good amount of horsepower. If you are looking for a sportier SUV that offers versatility, the BMW X5...
The The Mercedes-Benz brand is synonymous with luxury, and the vehicles in their C-Class from 2012 are no exception. Key Features A great feature of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is the attention assist built into the vehicle. This will actually...
As As far as midsize SUVs go, the 2012 Lincoln MKX is one of your best options out there. Considering its price, Lincoln packed this vehicle with a ton of power and luxury. Although it bears a strong resemblance to...