The statements expressed above are only for informational purposes and should be independently verified. Please see our
terms of service
for more details
If the check engine light is coming on and a code like P1217 is in the computer then the computer is seeing an overheat conditions from the coolant sensor telling it your engine is overheating. This can be caused by...
When you get a P0420 code that indicates a failing catalytic converter. Most of the time that is exactly what it is. In some cases, it can also be caused by a bad oxygen sensor. I typically use a computer...
Hello. Sudden jerking can be caused by many things. Usually jerking can be caused by misfires or transmission problems. If the engine is jerking at that specific rpm it may be possible that misfires are occurring. If this is the...
Hello. I would recommend checking the connections to (and potentially cleaning) the mass air flow sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/mass-airflow-sensor-replacement). This is a unit that monitors the air intake as it is mixed with fuel prior to being injected into the motor. If...
Hello. Your car is equipped with wheel speed sensors (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/wheel-speed-sensor-replacement) at each of the four wheels which monitor wheel speed while relaying this information constantly to the ABS and traction control system which are controlled by the car's ECU. When...
Hello. This is likely a transmission issue. Have you checked the level of the transmission fluid? When was the last time you had the transmission serviced? This includes having the fluid changed and having a new filter put in the...
When the throttle body is replaced on these vehicles, an idle learn and throttle position learn must be performed to program in the new throttle plate angles because the values will be a little different on the new part. The...
Hi there - no, your Honda rims (OEM at least) will not fit on your Toyota Corolla. Even though the bolt pattern is the same, the center bore on your Toyota rims is 54.1mm, but your Honda center bore is...
As a colleague of mine used to say, "everything works, but the hands don't move," He used that expression when he had checked everything on a certain system and found it to be working correctly, but the system was still...
Your Your car interior gets dirty from normal everyday usage where dust settles inside, from a mishap like spilling french fries to accidentally leaving a window or door open at an inopportune time. Dirt can get into your vehicle, wreaking...
Towing Towing is tricky business and depending on the weight you’re dealing with, it really determines what vehicle is best for you. If it’s light loads you’re looking at towing, we’ve put together a list of the top five cars...
Cars Cars are a great way to transport your belongings and sometimes we forget to remove some of our more valuable possessions. As any crime report will quickly show, cars are not immune to theft and burglary (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-keep-your-vehicle-safe-from-theft). Potential thieves...