Q: I'm gonna buy a second hand 2012 sonic lt.

If your Altima is equipped with heated seats (only available on certain trim levels), this system can provide additional comfort, particularly during cold weather. Using the system isn’t particularly difficult, either. Here’s what to do: Locate the heat seater button...

The code you have indicates that there is low voltage to the powertrain control module. This is likely due to your battery being low on charge due to age. When the engine first cranks over it is a great strain...

Hey there. Unfortunately, when you hit the curb you may have damaged the steering gear (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/steering-rack-gearbox-replacement) or the tie rod ends (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/tie-rod-end-replacement). You should have the suspension and steering checked to pinpoint the problem. If your car cannot be driven,...

Hello there, many faults will cause your 2001 Chevrolet Prizm to have the dash lights and tail lights staying on when the vehicle is turned off. The most likely cause would be the ignition switch (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-ignition-switch) or a wiring harness...

Hi there. A vehicle collision can cause more than simple cosmetic damage, especially if the impact was at the right angle. If the tire is crooked, the damage may be a broken strut mount assembly (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-strut-assembly) or lower control arm....

Hello P1778 is the code for an issue with the stepper motor function. The CVT transmission on this vehicle uses a 4 position stepper motor to propel the vehicle. If the stepper motor goes bad, or has an issue it...

Usually squeaking noises are associated with the drive belt. I was unable to access the You tube Video that you tried to link, but I'll speculate that you are hearing a slipping serpentine belt. If the automatic tensioner has started...

Hi...the noise can be diagnosed by taking all the belt driven accessories out of the picture by momentarily running the engine without the serpentine belt. If the noise remains, then the search is focused on internal engine parts. If the...

A more likely explanation is the engine is not "quickly" responding to the increased load placed on it when the a/c turns on, although apparently the idle does smooth out after a short delay. If the motor mounts were a...