Q: My key is stuck in the ignition but if I unhook the battery it works perfect

The anti-lock brake system (ABS) Warning Light is located on the instrument panel. This light illuminates when your ABS is not functioning properly, and has been shut down. When this happens, your normal brake system will still function properly, but...

The belts are squeaking from the belt tensioner is not strong enough or the belts are glazed and slipping. The belt would need to be checked and the tensioner checked for proper tension. The hig idle when cold may be...

Normally, the noise you are describing is commonly seen with failed outer tie rods (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-tie-rod-end), failed CV axles (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-axle-cv-shaft-assembly), broken sway bar bushings (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/stabilizer-bar-bushings-replacement) and the steering linkage itself. With the modification of the vehicle, it can change the operation...

Are talking about a piece of the water pump or the mounting flange where the water pump bolts, too? If it is the water pump, then just make sure the piece did not fall into an engine open hole. Use...

On some vehicles, the instrument cluster may do a sweep on start-up as a way for the computer to check operation. If the temperature gauge goes to the high mark and stays there, you may have a malfunctioning engine coolant...

Hi there, the automatic transmission will have pressure switches that activate a system to engage a gear or gear set. When the vehicle wants second gear, the computer will activate the pressure switch to allow hydraulic pressure to clamp down...

Hello there, thank you for asking about your 1999 Chrysler Intrepid. The engine oil being overfull will not turn on the Check Engine Light. However, a transmission problem could and that's what your issue sounds like. The first step in...

The lug nut bolt pattern on your vehicle is 4 x 114.3. In practical terms, that means that an imaginary circle drawn through the four "bolt holes" will have a diameter of 114.3 millimeters. Of course, a bolt pattern designated...

Hi there. It sounds like your new battery may be faulty (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-check-a-car-battery). If the vehicle jump starts ok, then this is a sign that the new battery is not providing enough cranking amps to engage the starter. It may have...