Q: My car idles rough and surges i

Using transmission error codes (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/the-most-common-error-codes-for-transmission-problems) is a necessary procedure for a transmission technician since automatic transmissions have been computer controlled for over 20 years. The transmissions currently in use are very different to diagnose and repair than transmissions from decades...

You can hire a technician to look over the vehicle and remove the splash panels to see if water leaked through and came into contact with the vehicles electronic equipment just to be sure. Have the same technician inspect the...

Hello. A common fault is the combination / multi-function switch (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/headlight-switch-replacement). This is the signal / high beam switch located on the steering column. If you need help having this checked, a qualified professional from YourMechanic can come to your...

Hi there. A misfire code is set when the engine computer sees a slow down in one or more pistons due to incomplete combustion. This can either be from a lean or rich condition. The task at hand is to...

Hi there. The noise could be the brakes indicator rubbing on the rotors on the front of your vehicle. This is the reminder to have the brakes (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/squealing-noise-from-brakes-inspection) replaced. If the brakes are new or have lots of friction material...

A horn being disconnected will not cause the battery to get drained. The battery being drained or low on charge after sitting should first charge and test the battery then check to see if the vehicle has a draw on...

You could be right about a fuse, or it could go deeper. There are two circuits for the console lights, one makes them go dimmer when you turn on the headlights. That's why things change when the headlights are on....

Hi there. It's quite possible that the battery cables are also faulty; which tends to happen after 5 years of use. If your battery cables have not been replaced, it's a good idea to have them replaced. However, it is...

The sensor is mounted to the engine block with a single bolt, mid way along the engine block under the exhaust manifold. The sensor is concealed beneath a cover that must be removed to gain access. You will see a...