Q: Ignition tumbler going bad

There are two types of headlamps available on your car - Halogen and HID. If you have HID, they are auto-leveling. I'm going to assume you have halogen. The only adjustment on your type of headlight is up and down....

I'm sorry to hear that someone attempted to steal your car (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-keep-your-vehicle-safe-from-theft). Unfortunately, there is no temporary solution for this. The car will continue to act this way until the ignition switch (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/ignition-switch-replacement) is repaired or replaced. With the ignition...

Hello. Technically, yes, it can be proven by chemical analysis. This would most likely have to be a forensic investigation so obviously you would have to send a sample of the fluid to a laboratory that has a capability in...

Hi there. In many cases, a clicking or ticking sound is caused either by a damaged serpentine belt (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/serpentine-drive-belt-replacement) or can be caused by the valves or cylinder head hardware that is not properly lubricated. The fact you're losing power...

The fuel shut off (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/fuel-pump-shut-off-switch-replacement) valve is a solenoid that is controlled primarily by the shut off relay. The message you are receiving is telling you the circuit has low voltage. This means the solenoid is not energizing the way...

Hi there. Check the spark plugs in the engine and see if they have a bold spark. If the spark plugs and wires are old, they can cause the electrical current to flow slower than normal to the cylinder causing...

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The problem sounds like one of the engine drive belts is broken and not charging, running water pump or power steering causing the problem. Look at engine drive belts and see if one or all are missing or broken.