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It’s vital that you keep your engine oil changed. If the oil is allowed to go beyond the end of its life, it loses its ability to lubricate (called viscosity), and it builds up debris and can cause damage to...
Hi there. The A/F sensor you are referring to is Toyota's alternate name for an oxygen sensor. It is a likely code to come up for vehicles with accumulating miles. A certified technician can easily verify the cause your Check...
First thing--start buying your gas somewhere else. Sulfur is created by sulfur burning in the gas and you are getting bad gas that has sulfur in it. That's the only thing. The only other thing that can make sulfur in...
If the fans were working before the radiator replacement, it's possible a temperature sensor and/or wire were left disconnected or damaged. The O2 sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/oxygen-sensor-replacement) should not be unplugged but may not be the cause of the fans not working....
Hi there. Assuming your vehicle has ETC (electronic throttle control) (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/throttle-controller-replacement), "drive-by-wire" problems can develop when cleaning is performed. Manually opening the throttle plate may have affected the close position. An idle relearn performed with a capable scanner may resolve...
Hi there - there are pretty-much just 2 issues when selecting engine coolant (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/5-commonly-overlooked-vehicle-maintenance-items-by-toby-schultz). First question is "What "type" coolant should I buy?". Glycol-based coolant tends to be the green stuff. Low-phosphate, for all aluminum engines is pink or orange....
Hello, thank you for writing in. There are several components in the fuel system that will only be pressurized when the vehicle is running. The best way to find the leak is with a visual inspection. From there you can...
It should be safe to drive a short distance to purchase a Mass Air sensor. As long as the engine is not stalling or overheating and take it easy driving you should be fine.
For For those who need a vehicle that focuses on people-moving and little else, the 2012 Volkswagen Routan just might hit the mark. With improved fuel economy and responsiveness compared to the Chrysler platform on which it is based, this...
While While the original Highlander was more of a wagon than an SUV, the 2012 Toyota Highlander is an entirely different beast. It’s large enough to compete with the cargo and passenger capacity of a Honda CR-V, but it’s small...
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...