Q: I hit the front of the car by the passenger side headlights maybe a littke below

Usually when a car is misfiring and running rough, there are a few different things that could be the cause. If the vehicle doesn't have enough air when starting or driving, the vehicle will want to misfire or stumble, there...

The rear main seal is located in between engine and the transmission. Usually when seals start going out it's because of a pressure issue with the crank case. If the PCV or positive crankcase ventilation system gets clogged up, or...

It may very well be that your vehicle has a problem that is causing reduced power output. Some such things could be: Faulty fuel pump (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/fuel-pump-replacement) Faulty oxygen sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/oxygen-sensor-replacement) Vacuum leak (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/vacuum-hose-s-replacement) When any of these occur, the power...

The starter on this vehicle requires a shim, so its possible that got left out when the starter was replaced. This could cause starter engagement problems and the metal on metal noise you're hearing (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/car-is-making-a-noise-inspection). Backfiring (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/engine-is-backfiring-inspection), on the other...

This sounds interesting. I have not experienced such a situation before. I can't imagine a small bump causing such damage unless the vehicle crossed over the object with the rear end and possibly bent something. You may want to at...

Hi there. It sounds as though the idle air control valve (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/idle-control-valve-replacement) (IAC) may be sticking. It is not uncommon for carbon to build up in the valve, the computer will try to overcompensate to correct the slow reaction inside...

Hi there. You will need to check to see if the engine cool air aftermarket intake is connected correctly. Then check the engine for fuel pressure and spark to the engine. With aftermarket sensors and intake, it may be causing...

Hi there. Heavy steering can be caused by a number of things. I would need to know the model and year of the vehicle to be able to help you with this further. In general, if the steering is fine...

Hi There, It sounds like you may have a faulty coolant temperature sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/coolant-temperature-switch-sensor-replacement) which may be providing a false reading to the temperature gauge. When the car is cold, it relies heavily on the engine coolant temperature sensor. If...