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The clutch pedal going all the way to the floor without disengaging the clutch is caused by a failure in the hydraulic clutch linkage. There is a clutch master cylinder (and reservoir) and a slave cylinder down underneath near the...
Hi there, there are a number of things that can cause a vehicle to overheat. The water flowing through the radiator can be a little misleading. Here is a list of possible causes: Thermostat (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/thermostat-replacement) Water pump (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/water-pump-replacement) Clogged radiator...
Hi there. From the description you have given, the problem of your vehicle not cranking with the key and gear indicator (P) flashing. This leads me to believe, there is a problem with the transmission position sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/transmission-position-sensor-switch-replacement). Not recognizing...
The whining sound is a sign that the bearings in the alternator are going out. This is a problem that will only get worse as time goes on. Eventually, you may also notice the alternator may begin to smoke a...
In order to find out the reason the engine is overheating the cooling system needs to be checked to see if the thermostat is stuck, there is a coolant leak, cooling fans do not come on or there is another...
Check for continuity in the fuse block that is adjacent to the positive battery terminal. The block will sometimes corrode (due to its proximity to the battery) causing a no start condition. The blocks are replaceable as a unit. Once...
The TCC solenoid location is in the front of the transmission on the top of the valve body (brain of the transmission) in the side pan. If you need further assistance with your TCC solenoid location or replacement, then seek...
Hi there. In order to give you some accurate ideas as to what is causing this problem we'd need to know your year, make and model of vehicle. However, if the issue has been previously diagnosed, and you're looking for...
Hello, thank you for writing in. The cost of replacing your valve seals is going to vary by the technicians available in your area, and the availability of parts. Unfortunately, accessing the valves can be very difficult and its can...
Mid-size sedans are the perfect family vehicle; offering just enough space for you and a few kids, but not so much that a small family will feel lost in them. This class of vehicles is slightly larger than a compact...
For For people that suffer from motion sickness, even on the shortest car trip, riding in a vehicle can prove to be unbearable. What’s great is that there are a number of cars on the market that can help to...