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Oil in your coolant is a bad sign. This usually indicates a leaking head gasket or cracked head. A cooling system pressure test and block test will be able to determine this. I suggest having a qualified technician, such as...
Hello. It would first be necessary to pinpoint where the leak is coming from (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/power-steering-fluid-is-leaking-inspection) by doing a power steering system check. Once the origin of the leak is found that component would need to be replaced. I recommend having...
Hello. I would suggest not putting in 20w50 oil as it is too thick and can cause engine damage from tight areas of the engine that will not get oil. You should use 5w30 only (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/what-type-of-oil-should-i-use).
Hello - fuel starvation or failing ignition could cause the behavior you are experiencing. If you accelerate from a standing start up a long hill, does the engine behave in the same way in each gear? Ignition problems will show...
Hi there: The sound you're describing is very similar to a serpentine or drive belt that is beginning to show signs of being loose or damaged. As the belt progressively gets looser, this noise will become more noticeable until it's...
The B Positive terminal on the Alternator (the big one) should be linked to the battery via a cable that connects at the starter, so you shouldn't read a voltage difference between the Alternator and the battery positive terminal. You...
Hi there. Is there a check engine light on? If so, what are the codes, freeze frame data? Stored codes and data will aid in diagnosing what is occurring. What does the data look like from the O2 sensors? Which...
Hi there - you may have a leaking (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-often-do-i-need-to-top-off-my-coolant) water pump, freeze plug, leaking hose, or cracked engine block. I would recommend a coolant leak inspection (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/coolant-is-leaking-inspection) by a mobile, professional mechanic, such as one from YourMechanic, who will come...
While While the Chrysler Town & Country has been in production for over half a century, the 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is anything but old-fashioned. The model got a huge overhaul in 2011 and saw a few new upgrades...
When you are looking for a small-range sedan, you need to get somewhere quickly and inexpensively, and may even need to take a few kids with you. Slightly larger than a commuter car, these mid-size options offer decent gas mileage,...
As As an interior designer, you need to transport a great many different items, including fabric, paint and wallpaper samples and sometimes even furniture items. You probably don’t handle overly large loads very often, and when you have to, you’ll...