Q: My car's back brake lights won't turn off. Even when i have turned the car off. Would you know what could be the cause(s)? 1997 Hyundai

Most vehicles like yours will have a shift lock actuator which allows you to change gears when you press the brake pedal. Usually a slight click sound can be heard when the brake pedal is depressed to indicate that the...

If you hit a dip, and then started leaking oil it is very possible that you may have damaged your oil pan, or the gasket. I would recommend having a professional technician, such as one from YourMechanic, look at the...

It sounds as though the thermostat is stuck closed; the fans may not come on until the flow is restored. They would need to be tested after the thermostat is replaced. I recommend having a mechanic, such as one from...

It appears that you have multiple independent concerns going on with your Mitsubishi. One thing you can attempt to do is plug in a different device, such as a cell phone charger, into your cigarette plug and see if it...

Hello. Thanks for writing in about your 2004 BMW 330xi. Unfortunately, this is very common for a vehicle to burn more oil (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/What-Does-It-Mean-When-My-Car-Is-Burning-Oil_3) as the engine ages. One thing you can do to combat the oil consumption is to use...

Hello. The low charge in the A/C system (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/ac-recharge) is going to cause the A/C compressor to work harder than it should. This will put a greater load on the engine and may cause your throttle position sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/throttle-position-sensor-replacement) to...

Hello. The symptoms and situation that you describe are commonly associated with an exhaust leak. If your muffler or exhaust pipes were bent when the accident occurred then it is very possible that they developed an exhaust leak and are...

Hello - there are 2 possibilities for an oil leak (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/is-it-safe-to-drive-with-an-oil-leak) underneath the chassis as you describe. Engine oil, perhaps from the front crankshaft seal, or a timing cover leak, or a leaking power steering pump or hose. Power steering...

You should use OEM (dealer supplied) parts in this vehicle. There is no substitute for the OEM parts in terms of fit, function and quality. Sachs shocks may be made in Germany. If they are made in Germany, they might...