Q: how do you if it is your fuel filter that needs replaced or the fuel pump

Your car’s tire pressure monitoring system is designed to track the pressure in all four tires and alert you if one (or more) of them drops below the safe threshold. If the Low Tire Pressure light in the dash comes...

You are most likely experiencing an engine misfire (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/engine-is-misfiring-inspection). An engine misfire will cause a jerk, or hesitation sensation you are describing. The most common problems that cause misfires in your engine are the spark plugs, wires, or ignition coils....

Hi. There are a few things to check before condemning the transmission. Check the fluid level. The shifter linkage, and for trouble codes. There are not any electronics involved in reverse. If all that is ok, most likely it will...

Hello. This engine typically overheats from a failing thermostat or possibly a more serious issue. I would typically start by checking the coolant level and running the engine until it gets hot. I would then make sure that the fan...

The window regulator is most likely broken and needs replaced if you hear the motor crunch when operated. I recommend you have a mechanic like ones from YourMechanic come by to determine why your window is not going up or...

Hi there. There could be several reasons for your vehicle's intermittent no start issue. From the description you have given, I would not think the ECU (electronic control unit) is your vehicle's problem. Assuming the ECU is not recognizing the...

Hi there. From the description you have provided - your vehicle starts and dies right away - could be multiple possibilities. A fuel pressure test could help identify whether, it is a fuel delivery problem. It could be a low...

Hello - I believe, from your symptoms, that you have either a bad flex disk (https://www.yourmechanic.com/parts/drive-shaft-flex-joint), or a bad transmission mount. The flex disk connects the transmission to the front of the (rearward-facing) driveshaft. It is a giant rubber/fiber doughnut,...

Hello, you have an electrical issue. The powertrain computer needs inputs to control the transmission shift points. The OSS(output speed sensor ) which reads in MPH on your speedometer. If a connector or wiring is directly exposed to water...