Q: My 04 jaguar x type 5 speed will not shift into gear while the car is running. It will shift into forst when the car is off and wi

Cars have many sensors. These sensors are used to give the cars computer information about what is happening. The computer uses the information to determine what it needs to adjust to keep everything running as smooth as possible. When the...

No it will not work. Do not try and install it since it will not fit or work. If you start a quote for a crankshaft position sensor replacement (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/crankshaft-position-sensor-replacement) with YourMechanic, the right part will be found for your...

The intake manifold gasket can be reused if it is not damaged in any way. The cost of the new gasket versus removing the intake again if it leaks is something to think about. Consider if it's worth the risk...

Hi, thanks for writing in. The camshaft (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-camshaft-position-sensor) and crankshaft position sensors (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-crankshaft-position-sensor) are a possible cause of the symptoms you described. Having these sensors tested professionally using the manufacturer's recommended procedure would by my best recommendation. If one of...

The second gear synchronizer is usually the first one to fail in a manual transmission. The synchronizers are devices in the transmission that match the speed of the gears before allowing them to mesh. It's that downshift to second gear...

Any broken motor mounts should be replaced immediately. If "all" are broken, then all should be replaced immediately. The problem with operating a vehicle with damaged mounts is the engine gets out of position and that can cause collateral damage...

Hi there. You will most likely have difficulty with compatibility with these two years of Camaro. Although they might physically fit inside, they would probably require fabrication of the seat mounts to work correctly.

Hi Robert. Thanks for contacting us today. Usually, when the car will not go past those speeds, it's because the ECU has detected some sort of fault or problem with the transmission or driveline components. This will activate a "limp...

Check the engine oil level using the dipstick. If the level on the dipstick is below the add level, or if no oil appears on the dipstick, add enough oil to bring the level to the full mark on the...