Q: I have a 1994 Oldsmobile 88 the auto lock key keeps randomly locking the start and all power to start my car !

There are quite a few reasons an A/C system (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/ac-is-not-working-inspection) will cease to provide you with cold air. Air conditioning systems are one of the more complex systems on a passenger vehicle. Without getting into to all the complexities and...

This may sound rather silly, but for normal driving, the best spark plug to use is the ones that are designed by the vehicle manufacturer for use in your particular vehicle. The reason that I say this is because not...

If this is a factory installed device, your radio may be to blame. The unit will have to be replaced and reprogrammed (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/battery-is-dead-inspection) by a certified technician, such as one from YourMechanic. If it is an aftermarket device, I would...

When dealing with a loud exhaust system the first plan of action should be to get the system inspected by a qualified technician. Over time the metal can rust and thin out making the metal weak and more prone to...

the ABS light is most likely on due to one or more of the wheel speed sensors going bad. Some front and rear model sensors will need the complete hub replaced. The system will need to be tested to see...

These codes (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-read-and-understand-check-engine-light-codes-by-jason-unrau) reference a malfunction in the transmission assembly. The problem may be another sensor or an internal fault within the transmission. The best thing to do in this case would be to diagnose the gear issue (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/car-is-hard-to-shift-inspection) and...

Hi. I believe the ambient air temperature sensor, which measures the intake air temperature for engine management, has failed. It is reporting a far higher temperature than the engine is getting, as you have noted. Engine management is creating a...

Check all of the sensors and switches on the brake system and make sure all of them are connected properly. Make sure that all of the connections are clean and have no bent or broken pins. The brake warning light...

Hi there. Among the items you listed that were recently completed, the suspension alignment may have triggered the Service Advancetrac light. This system is comprised of multiple sensors and components that make up the suspension, steering and braking system. It's...