Q: Suzuki cars

The muffler generally isn't covered under any recalls or Technical Service Bulletins (TSB) that Toyota has issued to date, as the corrosion you're experiencing can be influenced by a lot of variables including the environment. For example, if you live...

The rattle is most likely coming from a faulty motor mount on the passenger side. The motor mount allows the engine to vibrate and hit metal to metal. Your vehicle should be put up on a lift while in park,...

From what you've described, it sounds like a belt broke. All of those systems are belt-driven. A visual inspection would easily confirm this. Don't try to start your engine, as overheating is the main risk for your engine now. I'd...

Hello. Even though the battery has been tested, there still may be a problem with the battery or alternator (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/alternator-or-car-battery-how-to-tell-which-part-is-the-problem) not charging properly if the car needs to be jump started. The factory alarm is very hard to disable and...

The fuel level sensor problem (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/fuel-pressure-sensor-replacement) (prematurely worn contacts) is, unfortunately, a known and chronic problem with this model. Running out of gas in traffic is definitely a safety issue. I believe this repair is essential. A professional mechanic, like...

Hello, thanks for writing in. For this particular vehicle it appears that the pulley and harmonic balancer are integrated into one unit. That means replacing either would be to replace both, as they are one part. If you would like...

Hi there: Replacing an engine is not as easy as it used to be due to the multiple electrical sensors and components that frequently don't align perfectly after the engine swap. In regards to cost of the engine and replacement;...

It sounds like you may have a dirty or failing idle air control valve. The idle air control valve (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/idle-control-valve-replacement) monitors the air intake as it is mixed with fuel prior to being injected into the engine at low speeds...

The check engine light should come on when you turn the key to the "on" position, but without starting or running the car. That function allows you to do a bulb check but also indicates that the PCM (computer) is...