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It is very easy to install the heat restraints after you have removed them. To do so, simply place the restraint legs into the installation holes, and push down until the restraint locks into place. Then press and hold the...
The most common cause of the pedal becoming hard is due to the power brake booster failing (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/power-brake-booster-replacement). The brake booster can cause the ABS faults as well or it could be something different. A qualified technician like one from...
It sounds to me like the valve timing is now incorrect. The pin that you are referring to might be an alignment pin of some kind. If the valve timing is not correct, this can cause the valves to tick...
This sounds like a fuel pump that is weak to start the vehicle and then stops pumping after ten minutes when it heats up. Have the fuel pressure checked to see if it is holding pressure and keeps pressure when...
Since you mentioned that the motor will eventually start at times, we can assume that it is getting spark. This means that you may have a fuel delivery issue. This may happen due to lack of fuel pressure, a faulty...
Hi there - yes, I would say this is a problem. Coolant loss (https://www.yourmechanic.com/question/my-car-has-a-coolant-leak) can be deceptive - failing water pumps will sometimes only leak while running, blown head gaskets can leak into the engine crankcase, turning the engine oil...
What you are describing sounds like a potentially failing voltage regulator. When the voltage regulator is not working properly, this may result in the alternator allowing too much power to be delivered to the battery resulting in damaging wires and...
If the wiper switch is in the "off" position and yet the fuse protecting the wiper circuit blows when you turn the ignition system on, there may be something wrong with the wiper switch itself in combination with a short...
Check for power to the starter solenoid. Also, check to be sure the heavy gauge cable to the starter motor is intact and shows no voltage drop from the battery to the starter. If you do not detect battery voltage...
The The 2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport is a brand new vehicle and is an eco-conscious crossover SUV for the environmentally friend consumer. It comes standard with many features, but also has many available options so it can suit any buyer’s...
SUVs are great for playing out in the mud, taking kids and friends around to different places, as well as just running errands around town. While they are not known to be terrific for gas mileage, that problem is negated...
If If you are a mobile housekeeper, chances are that you are looking for a small, reliable used vehicle that offers good gas mileage and enough space to store your supplies. With that in mind, we present to you the...