Q: My car starts fine but always like once a month it doesn't start it cranks ok but it will not start if I let it sit for 6 hours

Hello, the code you have could be for two separate issues. The first one to look at is codes p0014 (exhaust valve performance bank 1) and p0024 (exhaust valve performance bank 2). The first thing to check is the engine...

Hello. Let's hope that you don't have an issue with the mechanical aspect of the transmission on your 2002 BMW 330xi. I believe the best thing to check will be the transmission fluid (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/transmission-fluid-service). Also, I suggest having a technician...

Hi there, thanks for writing in. In most cases the screeching sound that is made upon start up is an indicator of a loose belt; either serpentine or drive belt. The belt maintains tension when the tensioner pulley (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-drive-belt-tensioner) is...

The small hose that comes from the bottom of the thermostat housing and has a small bend then goes straight down into the top of the water pump is called the water pump bypass hose. This is the hose you...

Hi there: The P0172 error code (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/p0172-obd-ii-trouble-code-system-too-rich-bank-1-by-blake-griffin) indicates that there is too much gasoline being detected in the exhaust gases exiting the combustion chamber. The ECU uses a number of instruments, such as the mass air flow sensor (MAF), oxygen...

Depending on the make and model of the vehicle, the radio, clock, and dome ,lights may be on the same circuit and can be as simple as a blown fuse, or fuses. Sometimes there can be more than one fuse...

Hi there. Check the battery and alternator to the vehicle. With all of the electrical issues that you are having, it sounds as if the battery is not charged and making the engine stall out due to lack power. Check...

Hi there. You might want to consult with a local engine swap mechanic on this one. Since we don't offer this service to our customers, we try to stay away from giving definitive answers on whether or not engine swaps...

Hello - assuming an adequate oil level, which you have checked, there may be a real oil pressure problem (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-do-you-know-if-the-oil-pressure-gauge-is-bad). It's worth checking with a know working oil pressure gauge, so that you can get the real readings (i.e. 40...