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A misfire can be caused by a lot of things, from a worn spark plug to an internal engine problem. The first step is to retrieve the diagnostic codes associated with the check engine light. These codes will provide a...
Low power can be caused by many things. If you had a diagnosed misfire for example the catalytic converter might be your issue. Other things that can cause similar symptoms are clogged fuel filters, low fuel pressure, a transmission slipping,...
Noises can really be annoying but if you heard a metallic grinding noise, then generally, that's metal on metal and you are going to see shiny things where it is rubbing. So look for shiny things near the area where...
Hello there. Thanks for writing in about your 1972 Chevrolet El Camino. A few different faults could cause the vehicle to have shifting and acceleration problems. The most common would be the transmission linkage, low fluid level (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/transmission-fluid-service), torque converter,...
The problem you are having sounds like a starter assembly failing, but this usually causes a click from the relay (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/starter-relay-replacement) or the starter assembly (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/starter-replacement) which is fastened to the engine. I recommend having a local expert, like one...
Hello and thank you for contacting YourMechanic. Yes, experience will greatly help out a lot when it comes to taking Automotive Service Excellent tests (ASE) (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-become-ase-certified). When it comes to taking ASE tests, you need to think about the procedures...
Hello, thank you for writing in. If the switch is missing, and the electrical connections are not jumped (connected to each other without the switch in the middle), then the airbag circuit is open and it will not be active....
Hello. There are any number of reasons that would cause your car to go into limp mode. Anything that the computer sees that can cause damage to the power train will put the vehicle into limp mode. I would need...
You should check the shift cable is attached at the transmission and at the shifter mechanism. If the cable is off then you will need to have cable replaced. If cable is not disconnected then have someone move shifter back...
More More and more auto manufacturers are offering hybrid versions of their compact and mid-size sedans, but a surprisingly small number of them are doing the same for their smaller trucks, SUVs and crossover utility vehicles (CUVs). Among those forward-thinking...
The The Nissan Altima is already a favorite among mid-sized sedans, but it gained even more points with a lot of car buyers with the option to buy a 2012 Nissan Altima Hybrid. Though the four-cylinder Nissan Altima was already...
A A large number of the vehicles on the market today contain Bluetooth technology. This allows devices such as your smartphone and tablet to connect to the vehicle’s audio system wirelessly. This makes it much easier to stay connected while...