Q: I have a 1997 Ford expedition that cut off while driving turn over but would not start the next day it would not do anything

Most GM vehicles will give you a "ding" when a Warning light comes on. Even though the Check Engine Light goes out, the code will be stored in the engine's computer. A qualified mechanic from YourMechanic can come out, scan...

It sounds like your kids may have broke the ignition lock assembly (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-ignition-lock-assembly) in the steering column. There are a few different column components that may have been broken. The parts are made out of pretty soft metal by the...

Hello. This could be a variety of potential issues. First, I would suggest checking the tire pressure (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-do-i-check-my-tire-pressure) in all four tires to be sure they all have the proper air pressure as on tire that may be out of...

If the fluid level is low, or there are other faults such as a loose power steering pump drive belt, you might experience that effect, that is jerking and/or lack of smoothness in the steering feedback that you feel when...

Hello - as you noted, the first thing to check is the fuse for the HVAC fan of course. The next step is to check to see if the fan works at any speed, or just Low or Medium. If...

You should follow the dealer or manufacturer recommended change intervals. Your vehicle calls for oil changes every 6 months or 5,000 miles. Using a different oil that is synthetic you still should go with recommended intervals since the oil filter...

As the air conditioner blower motor ages the bearings get worn and can cause the motor to not start turning unless you tap on the motor or the motor housing. The fis is to replace the blower motor before it...

Hello Sal, the timing cover gasket would be replaced and included in the estimate with the timing belt. There may be a timing belt kit available which would include coolant pump, gaskets and drive pulleys. Another recommendation would to replace...

The crankshaft position sensor should be located right next to the crankshaft pulley and harmonic balancer. A crankshaft position sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/crankshaft-position-sensor-replacement) is an electronic device used to monitor the position or rotational speed of the crankshaft. This information is used...