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The humidity in the air will also affect the air pressure around your vehicle. When air pressure is affected, engine vacuum is also affected. The engine's positive crankcase ventilation system relies on engine vacuum to function properly. If the engine...
No, they are completely different. An Escape is a front wheel drive (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/what-is-front-wheel-drive) platform, an Explorer is a rear wheel drive (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/what-is-rear-wheel-drive) platform. There are two options for a front wheel drive Escape. If your production date is before 11/18/01,...
Hello there, thanks for writing in. A faulty sending unit (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-fuel-gauge-sender) can be problematic for your 1972 Pontiac Grand LeMans. When the fuel gauge is not functional, there are 3 suspected components: the sending unit, wiring for the gauge and...
Hello there, vibrations issues are a common problem with your 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. The most common causes of vibration are wheel and tire balance, engine mounts, misfire condition, control arms, or the struts. A qualified technician such as one from...
Hi there. First, check the oil level to the engine. If the level is low, then fill up the oil and check for any leaks (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/oil-level-is-low-inspection). If the level is normal, then I recommend adding 1 quart of ATF (automatic...
The brand, type, quality, and manufacturer coverage of the scanner you bought will dictate how they read the codes. Unfortunately, not all scan tools are created equal (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/the-best-tool-to-scan-for-extra-diagnostic-capabilities-by-timothy-charlet). When it comes to hybrid vehicles, you may want to make sure...
I see your note about the color of the transmission fluid, but is the fluid level correct too? Dark or burned fluid along with a low level can cause the transmission to slip and if the fluid smells burned there...
Overheating has many causes. If you just added coolant after replacing the water pump and thermostat, but did not use the purge points to expel trapped air, that in itself could be the cause. Trapped air in cooling systems causes...
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...
The The electrical system that is on a car plays a large role in ensuring that everything is running efficiently. There are a number of different things in a car that will require a constant supply of electricity. In order...