Q: Not Starting

Yes the exhaust needs to be inspected. Cracked or rusted through exhaust pipes will cause a loud exhaust noise. Also, the muffler could be rusted out internally which will also increase exhaust noise. Loose heat shields are also prone to...

This is most likely caused by the thermostat partly stuck open. The coolant sensor would need to be tested to make sure it is not bad, though. I would test the thermostat at the housing with a temperature tester, and...

If you compare the concept to some small remote control cars and trucks out there, they have a two speed rear ends to have great low speed torque and use shift gears to have great high speeds. When it comes...

When the check engine light (CEL) illuminates, and stays on, you should have the engine problem diagnosed in a check engine light diagnostic (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/check-engine-light-is-on-inspection). An illuminated CEL means that the computer controlling the engine has detected a fault or faults....

Hi there - while this may not cause overheating, it will not improve cooling (https://www.yourmechanic.com/question/what-type-of-engine-coolant-should-i-use) as you intended. Rain-X(R) causes water to bead up on a windshield - that is - to NOT stick to it. You want the opposite...

My service manual says to change oil and filter every 13,000 miles or 12 months. You should verify this in the owners manual and with a local dealer just to verify.

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Loud exhaust noise could be due to deterioration or breakage of the internal baffles in components such as the resonator and muffler as well as leaks at pipe joints or even at the manifold on the engine. To determine the...

Throttle body alignment (calibration of the position of the throttle plate) on your vehicle requires an automotive scan tool to access the electrical controls for the throttle and the automatic calibration routine. To get an idea of what is involved...