Q: I have some rockers left.not much. Should I keep driving on them? Will my Jeep Cherokee bend in the middle? Or since it’s unibody

Hi! Yes the throttle position sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-throttle-position-sensor) could very well be the cause. I highly doubt that it is the oxygen sensor though. When the throttle position sensor goes bad the engine will put itself into reduced power mode. I...

A few different things can happen when the wrong fuel (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-start-a-car-after-filling-with-the-wrong-fuel-by-patrick-haas) is used in a vehicle. This vehicle should not be driven or attempted to start until repairs have been made. The gas will have to be removed from 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...

First, check fuses (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-check-fuses-by-rocco-lovetere) for ignition and the engine management computer (ECU). Do you hear even the slightest "click" from the starter area? If so, the starter solenoid (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/starter-replacement) has failed. Given the age of your Toyota, the ignition switch...

Hello, this transmission type has a shift cable that routes from the gear shift to the transmission. The shift cable assembly may be broken causing this issue, this will require an inspection to confirm this. If you'd like, a certified...

Hi there. A rattling sound can be caused by simple problems like a loose bracket or a larger issue including a fan blade that is warped, internal engine components like valve lifters not receiving enough oil and drive belt pulley's...

Hi there. Unfortunately, without being there to complete a gears are difficult to change inspection (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/not-able-to-change-gears-inspection); any guesses on what's causing this problem would simple be a guess and not very responsible on our part. It could be something as...

Hi - Ford ignition switches of this vintage have a chronic problem of failing in this manner. The "center button" connection between the key tumbler and ignition switch wears, and the ignition switch is not moved adequately to complete the...

Hello, thank you for writing in. There are several issues that may have occurred. The first step is to make sure the ignition wires are installed correctly, and that you did not mix up the firing order. You can do...