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The smoke you see is made up of the visible particulates that are emitted as a normal part of the combustion process of a diesel engine. There are other non-visible emissions (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/5-Essential-Things-to-Know-About-Car-Emissions) in the exhaust also, like nitrous oxide. Diesel...
The driver information center (DIC) provides you with a lot of information. At any moment, you can choose what information you want the DIC to display. To have the Best Average Fuel Economy setting displayed, press the Menu button on...
Any part of the suspension could make this noise; from a failed strut to a worn control arm bushing. A mechanic would typically reproduce the condition by listening for the clunking noise while driving over a speed bump (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/clunking-noise-when-i-drive-over-bumps-inspection) to...
Hello. If this happened right after replacing the battery terminal, then you may have a security system issue or a problem with the crank position sensor. Most of the time when you have a loss of voltage, the security system...
Vibrations at low speeds or when the clutch initially engages are usually caused by hot spots on the flywheel. These hot spots are hardened areas of the flywheel that are caused by heat. When the clutch tries to engage on...
Thanks for writing in today about the issue with your Saturn. Without being there to physically inspect the car, it's very hard to give you a precise diagnosis, but one common problem that occurs when people install accessory items like...
Your vehicle requires oil that has a viscosity rating of 5W-30 and is API (American Petroleum Institute) certified for service level "SN". Synthetic oil is always preferred but you can use synthetic blends, conventional oil or any combination thereof. If...
Hi there. First off, I strongly recommend NOT trying to clear codes by touching battery cables; as this is a quick way to fry the ECU as well. It is very possible that this action may have triggered your limp...
When you say a leak you would need to see what the fluid is first since this is where the condensate water from the a/c would drip down. If it is clear water then this is the case and is...
The The idea of owning a luxury car is appealing. The glossy paint, swoopy lines, and prestigious badges speak of the owner’s success in life, while the interior opulence offers scented leather surfaces, high-tech telematic devices, and all the creature-comfort...
The The “h” stands for hybrid, and while you might hope to get greatly improved gas mileage for your effort to go green, that shouldn’t be your motivation for buying this model. The 600h L offers a mere 1 mpg...
Drivers Drivers who are in the market for a used Lexus vehicle may want to check out cars under their certified pre-owned program. Many manufacturers have a certified pre-owned (CPO) program, and each one is set up differently. Read on...