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If this all occurred right after the brakes were done, then it may be a backing plate hitting the rotor. This will cause the noise and can also cause some odor. It may also be a failing bearing which can...

I believer the cause of your noise is your power steering pump or belt. If your pump is making a loud whining noise then you may have a power steering leak (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/power-steering-fluid-is-leaking-inspection) and the pump is starving for fluid. Check...

The variable valve timing system uses oil pressure and solenoid control. If the system is not working properly or the oil supply is restricted to this system a knocking noise can occur which can get louder on acceleration and if...

Inspect fuse number 11 and 30 in the fuse box. Check the grey fuse link near the starter. If both of these are good then check fuse 19. In fact, its best to check all the fuses for any blown...

Hello. It sounds like the engine does not crank at all when this occurs. This is typically caused by a failing ignition switch (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-ignition-switch) or transmission position sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-transmission-position-sensor-switch). The most common issue I have come across on this vehicle...

On a race car, yes they do. But you have to realize that if you take your regular intake off and put the cold air intake in, that changes the airflow and changes the temperature of the air coming into...

I would try to clear the code first by disconnecting the battery. Make sure you have the radio reset code. Leave the battery disconnected for at least 10 minutes. Reconnect the battery and enter radio code. The Check Engine Light...

Hello and thanks for your question. The code P2402 (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/p2402-obd-ii-trouble-code-evap-leak-detection-pump-control-circuit-high-by-jay-safford) is usually caused by EVAP control system pump current goes higher than specified. The evaporative system pump could be drawing too many amps or the pump motor has a short...

Hi there. It seems that the gears are slipping and causing the rpm's to climb up. Check the transmission fluid and make sure that it's full and red in color. Very dark red or black transmission fluid is an indication...