Q: Overheating and smoking

The ParkSense rear park assist feature helps you detect items behind you when you’re reversing your vehicle. The park assist comes on only when your vehicle is in REVERSE, and only when you are driving at less than 11 mph....

Your car’s manual transmission needs fluid just like an automatic transmission does. It’s necessary for lubrication, for preventing friction and for maintaining pressure inside the transmission itself. If the fluid gets low, you may experience problems with shifting and driving....

There are a few possible reasons for your sunroof not to work. The most common are the sunroof motor and switch. I would have the motor and switch checked to see if they are getting power. I recommend seeking a...

The fuse would be the first thing to check (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/signs-your-car-has-a-blown-fuse). Look in the underdash fuse box; the cover should indicate which one is for the lighter. If not, try a web search for fuse diagrams for your vehicle's make and...

Hello there. Misfires are a common problem with your 1997 Subaru Impreza as the vehicles ages. The most common failures are the spark plugs (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/spark-plugs-replacement), coil (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/ignition-coil-replacement), plug wires (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/ignition-cable-spark-plug-wires-replacement), fuel injectors (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/fuel-injector-replacement), fuel pump (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/fuel-pump-replacement), vacuum leaks (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/is-it-safe-to-drive-with-a-vacuum-leak), or...

Your rear door is supported by two gas charged suspension struts one on each side that will loose their pressure over time. The two struts normally support and help lift the door for you then hold it open until you...

Hi there. Quotes cannot be given through the ask a mechanic portal. I can provide you a link to schedule the alternator replacement (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/alternator-replacement). Your request has been forwarded to customer service. Please have your vehicle make, model, mileage, and...

Hi there. It sounds like the idle air control system is faulty. It sounds like it's sticking in a higher position and causing the concern you're experiencing. Are there any warning lights illuminated? If so, this is a good place...

The only way to get out the ignition lock is to use a 3/4 inch drill through the center of the key hole and then dig out the debris and then you can put a screw driver in and turn...