Q: Mileage

Hi there. If your car has overheated, it may have caused your head gasket to warp. This warpage allows coolant to enter combustion chambers causing your vehicle to not efficiently cool. An external leak is not necessary for this blown...

Hi. The issues are probably unrelated. The first step in diagnosing your Check Engine Light is to retrieve the diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs). There are countless reasons your Check Engine Light may be on (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/check-engine-light-is-on-inspection), and these codes serve as...

It's a '97, so the car has a distributor. One fairly quick way to check is to take the distributor cap off. It has just two screws and it is really easy to get off. Have somebody crank the engine...

Hello there, thank you for asking about your 1991 Buick Reatta. What the previous owner is saying could be correct. Resistor sensing contacts are located in the ignition key lock cylinder of your vehicle. When the key is inserted, these...

Hello. From what you describe it would appear that your vehicle may be experiencing more than one issue. In order to determine if the issues are related I would need to know specifics such what sensor was replaced and if...

With the age and mileage of the vehicle, it is possible there is an internal failure inside the transmission. It is possible the front pump has failed. If this happens, the internal fluid pressure will not be sufficient to engage...

Hello - first task is to extract the problem code(s). There is a problem with the the engine/transmission setting the "Check Engine" (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/what-does-the-check-engine-warning-light-mean) (the wrench symbol), but only the codes will guide you to what specific problem needs attention. Given...

Hello, It sounds like something has triggered your theft control system. This system is designed to cut off power to the vehicle when it is triggered which is why it cuts out as you try to accelerate. This can happen...

Your exhaust can get to over 500 degrees F. It should not be touched by hand or can cause burns. You should check to see if the coolant or engine oil is getting low to see if the engine has...