Q: I just had my front brakes done on my 2007 Honda CR-V and while driving my vas light came on

Hi. A bad fuel pump or clogged filter will keep your car from running, but not from turning over. The low battery might be the reason the car does not turn over. A charged battery will be necessary to properly...

Coolant can leak from a variety of places. The system, when warm, is under pressure; 22 psi on your A4 Quattro. Even when the engine is at normal operating temperature, when a sudden leak occurs, it can “blow” everywhere. If...

Hi there. Most of the time these leaks come from the valve cover gaskets (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/valve-cover-gasket-replacement) or the upper oil pan area (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/oil-pan-replacement). If the leak is really small, it can be caused by a failure in the PVC system. If...

Hi there. Yes, the sensor, along with the dependent systems, require what is called a "zero point" calibration when it is replaced. The dealership does not have to be the entity that performs this calibration. However, it is dependent upon...

Hello: Sorry, but we can't supply this information for you. First, we don't know what model of Isuzu you have, and second; we don't know what type of sensors you're referring to. Most modern cars have well over 20 of...

If you are looking to do an engine swap you should use the same year motor. This way you will not have different sensors and harnesses. Also you may have different exhaust, intakes, and accessories. From one year to another...

Adding an additive to the transmission to try and fix a problem will not work in most instances and should only be used as a last resort before getting a transmission overhaul.

Hi there. It sounds like the shifter interlock solenoid (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/shifter-interlock-solenoid-replacement) has failed in the shifter housing. Remove the shifter housing from the vehicle and test the solenoid for resistance. If there is high resistance or no resistance, then the solenoid...

Hi there - the cause of your poor fuel mileage (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-easily-increase-your-gas-mileage-by-jason-unrau) could be a leaking fuel injector, or your engine is running too rich (failed coolant temp sensor?). Excess fuel going into the engine both reduces your fuel mileage, but...