Q: Need to replace variable timing solenoid

Is the sensor totally pushed in and hanging by the wires or pushed in a little? Either way you have to determine which parts are damaged: the sensor itself, the bezel for it or the bumper. The sensor and bezel...

Hello. The noise you hear is the timing chain and tensioner. This is the most common noise in these motors. The fix is to replace the timing chains and tensioner for both sides of the engine with new guides also....

Yes, 16 mpg is very low (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/5-essential-things-to-know-about-fuel-economy) for a Kia Rondo, especially with the amount of highway driving you do daily. Start with basics like the air filter (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/air-filter-replacement) and tire pressure (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-do-i-check-my-tire-pressure), which are two big items that will...

Remove and check the air filter (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/air-filter-replacement) and replace it if it is wet. If there was water in it, then you may have damaged the mass air sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/mass-airflow-sensor-replacement) or other components and may need to have the vehicle...

There could be broken linkage in the column/console, a broken shifter cable, a broken u-joint, or any of several other possible causes. A certified mechanic should be able to take a look at it and diagnose the problem, and if...

Hi. I think you have a problem with the clutch master cylinder having an intermittent problem. The clutch master cylinder is just like a brake master cylinder and the O rings in the cylinder go bad causing air to get...

Hi there. The light that come on the dash when the parking brake pedal is applied and then shuts off when the parking brake pedal is released is a normal condition. The parking brake cable could be broken for the...

You may have a couple of different issues going on here. This may be a sign of a weak battery, a failing voltage regulator or failing alternator. If the battery is weak but able to hold a charge, when starting...

There are a number of things that can make a car jerk while you are cruising. Many of them would bring up a check engine light, but there are a few, like fuel pressure problems, that might not. With a...