Q: I cannot find the torque specific to add a strut bar

The theft deterrent system on your vehicle has a module that needs to see a key that belongs to the vehicle to turn on the ignition so your vehicle can start. While looking at the theft light on the dash...

Cruise control allows you to set your car at a specific speed and then have the computer maintain it. You can take your foot off the pedal and ease your tired muscles. You can also adjust the speed up or...

The a/c door actuators do not need programming. I think what happened is the door was in the incorrect position when you put in the actuator. What you need to do is remove the actuator and leave the actuator electrical...

You may very well be on the right track with this and you should check the control module to be sure. You may also want to check the fuel pressure regulator (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/fuel-pressure-regulator-replacement) as well to be sure you are getting...

Replacing the starter can be a bit of a tricky job as it is located usually down on the driver's side of the motor underneath the exhaust manifold on the side of the engine block. It is mounted very close...

Hi there. This is a very difficult question to accurately answer; as there are several variables that impact engine wear and tear such as routine service and maintenance schedule (https://www.yourmechanic.com/scheduled-maintenance) and type of driving completed. However, on the average, typically...

Hello, thank you for writing in. When dealing with an unresponsive automatic transmission, always start with checking the fluid level. If the fluid is not full, then you need to inspect for a leak, and repair that damage first. There...

There is a known problem where the driver's seat loses ground between the top part of seat and lower part of seat and will cause a static discharge and will make the instrument cluster reset. The fix is to add...

Trouble code P0106 (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/p0106-obd-ii-trouble-code-manifold-air-pressure-map-barometric-pressure-sensor-electric-circuit-output-range-and-performance-problem-by-john-nelson) will set if the MAP sensor circuit reports out of range voltage signals to the vehicle computer. The underlying fault could be a wiring problem (poor connection, high resistance, etc.) or the sensor itself might be...