Q: My car is overheating

From your description of loose and cracked mounts it sounds like both of the mounts in question should be replaced. However, I would recommend you have a certified mechanic inspect the condition of the mounts and replace (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/engine-mount-replacement) any that...

Hey there, thanks for writing in about your 1993 Chevrolet K1500. Keep in mind that just because the fuel pump runs does not mean it produces enough pressure for the fuel injection of the engine. Have the pressure tested to...

This is a problem that in most modern cars is now solved with an idle air control module which regulates how the fuel and air is mixed at idle or when coming down to an idle from higher RPM's. In...

Hello. The first step is going to be checking the switch. If your master switch works from the driver door panel for some windows but not others, you will want to check for voltage available at that window's terminal with...

Check for spark at the plugs when this occurs. If there is no spark, check for a bad crankshaft position sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/crankshaft-position-sensor-replacement) (heat failure), and also for a failed connection between your ignition key, which is part of the electronic...

Hi, thanks for writing in. I'd be happy to help. This is your car immobilizer light (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/what-do-the-immobilizer-warning-lights-mean-by-spencer-cates) that indicates the car is armed. The immobilizer, usually called Securi-Lock in Ford vehicles, is a passive anti-theft device that disables your vehicle’s...

Hey there. Your car does have a lot of miles, but as long as you take care of it, it should last longer. If you have it rebuilt, I'm sure it'll last another 100,000 miles. You have a good car...

Hi there. The noise that you are hearing is the parking brakes not releasing. Check the cable to the parking brake pedal and see if the cable is snagging on something under the car. If not, then the rear brakes...

It sounds like you may have either installed a faulty idle control valve (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/idle-control-valve-replacement) or you may potentially have a bad connector or wiring running to the idle control valve. You can test the functionality of the valve by checking...