Q: Ignition cylinder won't turn

If your car is equipped with a rearview monitor, you have an important tool for increasing safety any time you back up your vehicle. The touchscreen in the center console is connected to a rear-facing camera that turns on whenever...

Hello. This tends to happen on most vehicles when they have an internal engine problem. Most of the time it is a blown head gasket. When this occurs coolant can get into the combustion chamber and burn off causing the...

Based upon the information provided, an inspection of the drive belt and air conditioning system should be performed. The squealing noise indicates your drive belt is under strain. If the belt breaks, you will not be able to drive your...

Hey there. This may be an indication of a failing or dirty mass air flow sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/mass-airflow-sensor-replacement). This is a unit that monitors air intake as it is mixed with fuel prior to being injected into the engine. When this...

Hello - yes, low oil pressure and high miles can certainly product a metallic clattering (https://www.yourmechanic.com/question/there-is-no-check-engine-light-on-but-the-car-is-making-a-lot-of-noise-it-still-runs-ok-by-nyok-m) from the timing chain set, as well as knocking noises from worn connecting rod bearings and crankshaft main bearings. If you are getting low...

Hello - there are 2 possibilities for an oil leak (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/is-it-safe-to-drive-with-an-oil-leak) underneath the chassis as you describe. Engine oil, perhaps from the front crankshaft seal, or a timing cover leak, or a leaking power steering pump or hose. Power steering...

Hi there. Different people who check the emissions on a vehicle may only check the computer and the gas cap. They may not check under the vehicle for any signs of fuel leakage. That is probably why the vehicle passed....

Hi there. There is no fuel pump relay reset switch, just a fuse. If the fuel pump is not working, first check the fuel pump fuse to see if its blown. If the fuse is good, then check the power...

The cooling system will not get up to operating temperature if the thermostat is not seated correctly, radiator cap not holding enough pressure or the cooling fans are on all the time wen the key is on. If you already...