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An external oil leak is generally caused by a leaking seal and typically not a cracked piston, while a cracked piston is not completely uncommon, it generally doesn't cause an oil leak unless it has come apart and popped a...
At first I was going to guess that the door ajar switch had failed. However, if that were the case, your interior lights would also stay illuminated. I can't find a reliable wiring diagram for your vehicle, but I believe...
Hello. It sounds like the switch is bad for the hazards or more commonly it sounds like a relay failure. The circuit would need to be tested with a voltage meter to be able to tell for sure, but it...
Hi and thank you for contacting YourMechanic. If all fuses and the battery check out, then it sounds like there is a ground issue. Check for corrosion on the black ground cable for the battery. Make sure all connections are...
Hello. This problem may or may not be detected visually—excessive engine movement may be seen while idling—or by feel—engine movement can cause contact with the chassis or something else on the car, which one can feel. The motor mounts (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/engine-mount-replacement)...
Some of these "shark fins" are just for aesthetics and others may be the antenna for the radio and gps if applicable. These units can be ordered fro the dealer and installed either at the dealer or by a third...
Hi there - your symptoms suggest a problem with the transmission since they only appear when the vehicle is in gear (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-troubleshoot-a-car-that-makes-a-whining-noise-when-in-gear-by-john-hege). First task is to check the transmission fluid - you are looking for "clear" red fluid and no...
Hello, thank you for writing in. The symptoms you are having are classic of a failed head gasket. While it can be expensive and time consuming to check the condition of the new head gasket, it is very possible it...
Hello, thank you for writing in. The hardest part is done. Locating and noticing the leak is typically where people fail to follow through with their repairs. The flare on the line was likely bent or damaged. They are very...
The The best car for a vet to own largely depends on the type of practice he or she has. Large animal vets are probably going to want something that delivers a fair bit of power, and possibly even towing...