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Being able to adjust your seat is important for comfort, but it’s also essential for driving safely. You need to be able to adjust the seat so that you can reach the steering wheel and pedals easily, as well as...
The engine compression may be low in the cylinder. If you have spark and fuel, all you need is good compression. Have the whole engine compression tested to get a general condition of the entire engine. If the compression is...
Hi there. The rear wheel being out of alignment, could be the result of a bent strut assembly (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/strut-assembly-replacement), a bent trailing/control arm (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/control-arm-assembly-replacement), a bent bearing knuckle and/or bent rear subframe. Replacing components without diagnosis can be expensive and...
Hi there - This sounds ominous. It's difficult to tell from afar, but one culprit could be a failed alternator bearing, and the smoke is indicative of an electrical short, which is never a good thing. It could also be...
Considering the mileage on the vehicle, it's be hard to be exact. The poor fluid condition (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/transfer-case-fluid-is-dirty-inspection) may be the cause of the transmission slipping or it may be the effect of mechanical issues in the transmission. A good rule...
Hi there: Thanks for writing into YourMechanic.com. The truth is that you should always defer to a professional mobile mechanic to inspect and repair your ignition lock cylinder issue. However, before you begin to worry that something may be faulty...
Hi Hhh, Thank you for contacting YourMechanic! To set up the quote for the oil gasket leak for your vehicle, we need some extra information in order to get you the most up-to-date prices on parts and labor. Please go...
It sounds like you may have a blown cylinder head gasket resulting in coolant being burnt inside the motor creating the white smoke an steam you describe. A blown head gasket may cause a number of different symptoms. Coolant in...
If If you are a photographer, and you’re considering buying a used car, the big thing to consider is the type of photography you do. Thanks to the advances in digital photography, chances are you’re not hauling around a lot...
If If you’ve decided that you’re ready to purchase a used car for your teenager, then you’re probably pretty picky about what you’re looking for. Likely affordability, safety, and fuel economy are high on the list. With that said we’ve...
Do Do you spend hours each week on the highway for work? Maybe you just live in a very rural area and have to drive for 30 or 45 minutes to get to the grocery store. Whatever the case, your...