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In simplest terms the HUD or heads up display (https://www.yourmechanic.com/question/how-does-a-heads-up-display-operate) works by reflecting light off the windshield to display gauges and other vital driver information in order to reduce or eliminate the need to look away from the road ahead....
It sounds like the electric motor battery is not working as efficiently as it should be, and needs to be replaced. I would have the codes pulled on the computer; if you have a P0CA4 code coming up, that means...
Yes it is bad. Engines are made for a certain amount of oil. If you put too much oil, it takes up space that wasn't taken up before and can cause compression problems that can blow seals out. You'd want...
You've got a Mustang (https://www.yourmechanic.com/scheduled-maintenance/ford-mustang/). You're probably driving and braking pretty fast. The right brakes, on most people's cars always wear out (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-bad-or-failing-brake-pads) faster than the left ones. This is because when you are driving fast, and when you make...
Diagnosing smoking issues on a Turbo Diesel is really difficult to do remotely. However, if it's white smoke that is coming out upon early start up, it's commonly due to an over rich situation with a turbo, or in worse...
Hello, thank you for writing in. Two aspects about the issue lead me to believe the previous technician is correct. To start, the compressor is the only component that will effect the engine, as it is the part connected to...
Hi Sam. For the 2009 Ford Fusion, you'll want to use a Motorcraft Genuine Ford Fluid XT-10-QLVC MERCON-LV Automatic Transmission Fluid. You should purchase a service and repair manual for your Fusion for specific instructions on how to complete this...
Any electrical device that is left on (or that is "stuck" on), while the car is not running, will drain the battery. The rate at which the battery will be discharged depends on the amount of current (amps) drawn by...
The immobilizer may be preventing the engine from starting. If the security warning light is on constantly while you are trying to start the car, please refer to YourMechanic's immobilizer tutorial - suggestions for disabling (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-shut-off-the-anti-theft-device-in-your-car-by-jason-unrau). If you cannot disable...
Owning Owning your very first car is an exciting time in a person’s life. Likely you want to put a lot of thought and research into the process to ensure you get something that meets your needs, is fun to...
Many Many people focus more on interior room than cargo carrying capacity. That’s natural if you have a large family or regularly carpool, but what about drivers who need to carry a lot of stuff most of the time and...