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When a car overheats, it is an indication that there is a problem with the engine cooling system. The purpose of the engine cooling system is to keep the engine at a temperature that is consistent. If the temperature of...
Modern cars have complicated HVAC systems that are heavily controlled and monitored by the car. The most likely cause is a blend door or a temperature control door has failed. A qualified technician would be able to diagnose the issues...
Hello. This is most likely a mechanical issue with one of the components of your door latch assembly. An inspection would need to be completed to determine why your door won't close all the way (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/door-will-not-shut-inspection). I would suggest you...
Hi there. It sounds like you have a series of electrical issues going on here. From my experience, with this vehicle, the combination switch needs to be tested first. Most of the time, the switch shorts out internally and this...
Hi, thanks for writing in. There are a couple of possibilities. If the problem is lack of cranking the engine over, the problem could be a worn ignition switch (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-ignition-switch), starter solenoid or starter - due to burned contacts in...
Hi there: You're going to want to flush your brake fluid lines as soon as possible; as power steering fluid and brake fluid are different types of hydraulic fluid designed to work in different hydraulic-based systems. You can contact one...
If you smell an odor from the heater vent outlet then you may be smelling fumes from the outside air from another vehicle or you have an oil leak somewhere on the vehicle. Have the engine checked under the engine...
Hi there. Check the transmission and see if there is an oil leak. If the transmission oil is full, then there could be an issue inside the transmission causing the vehicle to sputter as the overdrive clutch is engaged. I...
If you plugged in the actuator before installing it then you have ruined the new one and need to replace it then install it before you connect the electrical connector. The system will then relearn the positions.
A A decade after it debuted, the 2012 Lexus GS still hasn’t found a strong foothold in the sport-sedan market. However, this doesn’t mean you shouldn’t take a closer look. It’s much more affordable than competitors like the BMW 3...
The The 2012 Lexus GS450h is for those who want to drive a hybrid, but would prefer to still enjoy a luxurious and safe ride. Fortunately, as this sedan proves, going the hybrid route doesn’t have to mean you lose...