Q: I am looking to purchase this car from a dealership - is there anything I need to look for?

The flywheel could potentially be the cause of the burning up starters. But more likely, there is a wiring issue to the starter or a poor ground on the starter. A qualified technician, like one from YourMechanic, will be able...

Try holding down the "HOLD" button for about 5 seconds and this should correct the problem. If it does not, you may have a computer issue that will require diagnosing with a scanning tool. In this case I would recommend...

Hi, thanks for writing in. GM has been using electric power steering on its most recent models for almost 10 years now. This is a relatively new system that offers a lot of benefit such as increased fuel mileage and...

You have great diagnostic skills! In addition to the components you have listed, it's also possible the air line to that corner has a leak, or the solenoid itself has a leak. Unfortunately, this is a chronic problem with model...

Hello and thanks for your question. Check the harness to the MAP (Manifold Absolute Pressure) sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/manifold-absolute-pressure-sensor-map-sensor-replacement) for voltage. There should be a 5 volt reference that supplies power to the sensor. If you do not have power to the...

Hello, I would start by extracting the problem codes from engine management and the transmission as well. You don't mention it, but surely the Check Engine light is on at this point. These codes will help determine a strategy for...

Hi There, There are a number of things that can cause poor fuel mileage and a rough idle. A faulty camshaft position sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/camshaft-position-sensor-replacement) is one of them. The camshaft position sensor is a magnetic sensor that monitors camshaft speed...

Hi there. If you check the engine oil and see the oil look like a milk shake, then the engine oil is mixed with coolant or water. Also if you are finding gasket material in the engine oil, then a...

Hello. If the vehicle is four wheel drive then it very well can be an axle that is failing. If the vehicle is two wheel drive then it does not have axles in the front. If that is the case...