Q: Key not locking doors

Hello. There is a safety interlock switch in the gear select linkage system. It prevents key removal if the vehicle is not in Park. If that switch is misaligned, has failed, or its connector is dirty or has failed, the...

Sometimes air can get sucked into the power steering lines and the bubbles going through the power steering pump. This causes the growling you are describing. I would suggest having a qualified mechanic diagnose the noise (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/car-is-making-a-noise-inspection) to ensure that...

If you had the compliance bushings replaced, you most likely have bad lower ball joints (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-ball-joint-rear) or a problem with the rear bushings on the control arm. Have the joints checked by holding your hand on them while someone bounces...

Hi, thanks for writing in. The TC light is the traction control light (https://www.yourmechanic.com/question/what-does-the-traction-control-system-tcs-off-light-mean_2_21789). This light will come on when the traction control has a malfunction or when it has been deactivated by the switch. Usually the traction control issues...

Hi. This problem is most likely caused by a faulty coolant temperature sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/coolant-temperature-switch-sensor-replacement), which is sending a signal to engine management that it is colder than it actually is. This causes engine management to inject more fuel than is...

This may be a sign of low transmission fluid or a faulty transmission control solenoid. As you know, automatic transmissions use pressurized hydraulic fluid to change gears. Every time a gear change is required, the car's computer activates a transmission...

Hello. A squealing noise during shifting can be caused by many different things. If it appears that the noise is happening after every shift then it is likely that the issues may be transmission related. A few common causes for...

Hello - a "hard start when cold, or left overnight" is usually a fuel mixture problem during cold start. The coolant and air temperature sensors cause problems when they do not accurately measure coolant and air temperatures, report bad temperature...

The engine should be inspected to determine the cause of the noise and the smoking. However, if the oil pressure warning light came on, the engine might have been damaged due to inadequate lubrication. The present smoke may be due...