Q: Is there a VSA valve that may get clogged and stick due to oil not flowing properly through the engine?

There are numerous ways to make homemade washer fluid (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-make-your-own-windshield-wiper-fluid-by-samson-dikeman). The properties of each will vary based on the material used. Which method you choose is dependant on what you have available around the house and what you value. There...

It sounds like you may have an exhaust leak (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/noise-from-engine-or-exhaust-inspection) if the motor is loud and, as for the oil leaking, you may have to get under the car and inspect where it's coming from. The leak may be caused...

Sounds like you might not be getting any power out of the battery. Car batteries are 12.6 v. when they are fully charged. If the voltage is 10.5v. The car won't crank but all the accessories will still function. At...

This calculation your car performs is a constantly varying calculation due to a couple of things. One part of this calculation is based upon the driving habits of the driver and how the throttle is used in combination with how...

Hello, thank you for writing in. The diagnostic code was related to the transmission shift circuit. The computer has detected an issue, and that likely the reason for reduced power. If the transmission shifts too early, your vehicle will bog...

What you are describing sounds like a dirty or faulty mass air flow sensor. The mass air flow sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/mass-airflow-sensor-replacement) monitors air intake as it is mixed with fuel prior to being injected into the motor. This sensor relays vital...

The test you performed doesn't really tell the whole story. The alternator may be charging, but not up to capacity. To be sure you need the equipment to load test the charging system and see if the alternator output is...

A slight drop is RPMs is normal. The windows are operated by an electric motor, which draws from the alternator. As for the gas gauge, that's probably normal, too. I'm assuming you're calculating your fuel range manually, using the trip...

Manual transmissions are directly geared and so a fault in the transmission itself will not cause "fluctuations" in engine RPM. However, a malfunctioning clutch pressure plate and/or contaminated clutch friction material could be a cause of RPM excursions. Fluctuating engine...