Q: Over heating

The fuel pump sending unit is most likely the cause. The system needs a steady signal from the sending unit in the fuel tank to keep the needle from jumping around. I recommend seeking out a professional mechanic, such as...

The most common cause of this is either a charging system issue, such as the alternator or battery, or low fuel pressure from a clogged line or failing fuel pump. Either the charging system or the fuel system can have...

You will have to scan the computer when the engine is cold and look at the data to compare the ECT and the IAT. This is the inlet air temperature sensor and the engine coolant temperature sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/coolant-temperature-switch-sensor-replacement). Both sensors...

Your ball joint will have nothing to do with the alternator at all. The ball joint is part of the lower control arm of the vehicles suspension and steering. The alternator is mounted on the engine and is used to...

Hello - there are a couple of possible problems here: the thermostat may not be working properly, or the coolant temperature sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/question/temp-gauge-goes-up-and-down) for the gauge is not working correctly. A malfunctioning thermostat could allow enough engine heat for heater...

Typically when a CV axle has failed, it will cause a clicking sound either when the vehicle is accelerating or when the vehicle is being turned depending on which joint of the CV axle has failed. A failed CV axle...

If it's a plastic under car cover, sometimes the area around the fastener will break through and then the cover drags on the ground. If you don't wait too long, the problem can be fixed by using large washers with...

Hi There, This could potentially cause the car to die when you come to a stop, depending on how bad the problem or signal from the mass air flow sensor is. The mass air flow sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/mass-airflow-sensor-replacement) monitors air intake...

Hi there. There are dozens of problems that can lead to a drop in gas mileage, some of them are serious and some can be easily corrected. Here are some of the more common issues that can affect the fuel...