Q: Radiator leak
Hey I was wondering if how I could fix my own radiator leak without taking it to the shop. What are some ways to stop the leak?
My car has 230000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
The statements expressed above are only for informational purposes and should be independently verified. Please see our
terms of service
for more details
Get an instant quote for your car
Our certified mechanics come to you ・Backed by 12-month, 12,000-mile guarantee・Fair and transparent pricing
What others are asking
How do you use the mechanical key?
If your car has an Intelligent Key system, it also has a mechanical key tucked away inside the body of the remote. This is a vital tool and should be used if the battery dies in your Intelligent Key, as...
Car stalling and jumping.
This car has a transmission that has solenoids that control the shifting and sometimes the solenoids or speed sensor causes erratic shifting. The vehicle would have to be tested to see what codes are in the computer and diagnose the...
Car jerks forward.
The manufacturer has issued a technical bulletin on this condition. They say that this is caused by residual fluid left in the clutch packs inside the transmission after it was shut off and can cause a slight jerk on cold...
no pulse on injector so not getting any gas
Three things are needed in order for the injector to spray fuel: 12 volts from the ECM fuse, ground from the ECM, and fuel pressure. A simple check to test the injector and fuel pressure is to provide 12v and...
Mechanic says I need a new alternator but I don't have any problems with car starting. Should I wait until there is a problem ?
The STS mechanic may not be as qualified as a Dodge trained mechanic. I cannot be sure but most if not all oil change only places do not employ master mechanics. I can understand the reasoning for the gaskets, hoses,...
weird noise with cold air intake and idle
This is a common symptom of the mass air flow sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/mass-airflow-sensor-replacement) needing to be upgraded due to the increased air intake. The mass air flow sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/mass-airflow-sensor-replacement) operates based upon predetermined stock tuning in the ECM. When the air...
Cam shaft position sensor
Hi there. The camshaft position sensors (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/camshaft-position-sensor-replacement) are located on the front of your engine on the top under the engine cover. I usually do a complete inspection before replacing these because there are a number of reasons as to...
The air conditioning, heater, and defroster are not working.
The symptoms you are experiencing can be caused by a few different things. If you are hearing a gurgling noise and your heater is not providing heat, then I would check the engine's coolant. If the coolant is low, it...
When I speed up my service engine light flashes.
Hi there. If you engine is having a P0300 (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/p0300-obd-ii-trouble-code-random-multiple-cylinder-misfire-detected-by-jamahl-walker) code for a random misfire, check the camshaft position sensor for any moisture and if the harness has any broken wires. If the sensor looks to be good, then remove...
Related articles
A Buyer’s Guide to the 2012 Toyota Prius
Since Since they introduced the Prius, the very first mass-market hybrid, Toyota has been leading the auto industry in hybrid vehicles, and continues to do so in 2012. For this model year, the Prius saw some exciting new options, including...
Symptoms of a Bad or Failing Fuel Hose
Signs of a bad car fuel hose are visible cracks along the fuel hose exterior, the smell of gas in the car, and visible fuel leaks under the car.
Symptoms of Bad or Failing Windshield Washer Nozzles
Common signs include washer nozzles only spraying a little washer fluid, mold in washer fluid lines, fluid leaks, and physical damage to nozzles.
Browse other content
Estimates
Services
Maintenance