Q: What do the various gauges on the dash do?

The ticking sound is caused by the valves in the engine experiencing a low oil condition, the lower the oil gets the louder the noise. This is a well-documented problem for this series where the vehicle will excessively consume oil,...

There is a strong likelihood that you are correct. The vast majority of the time an erratic fuel level is caused by a faulty fuel level sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/fuel-rail-sensor-replacement). I would recommend you ask for help to have the Check Engine...

Hi there. A pull to the left can be caused by a few different things: tires and bent/broken suspension components, brake calipers sticking (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/brake-caliper-replacement), and/or wheel bearings (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/wheel-bearings-replacement). I would have to have to know a few things like was...

Subaru does not recommend leaving the engine oil in longer than 6 months (or 6,000 miles, whichever comes first). So you are definitely overdue on an oil change (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/change-oil-and-filter) based on the time criteria. Subaru recommends 100% synthetic oil. Although...

Hello, thank you for writing in. There are several reasons why the brakes will squeak. Even newer cars will have squeaky brakes in reverse. It is a direction the wheels do not spend much time going in, and it puts...

Typically if the security system is preventing the vehicle from starting, the security light may be flashing. You vehicle's keys are equipped with a transponder in each key. This is a computer chip that changes codes every time the vehicle...

Ford specifies only one viscosity rating for this vehicle, namely SAE 5W-20. In that specification, which is contained in the Owner's Manual, Ford states: "5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability performance meeting all requirements for your vehicle’s engine."...

The 2007 model FJ Cruiser and Toyota Tacomas do have the same 4.0 V6 motor, which was not updated until 2010 when Toyota changed the VVT set up on the FJ Cruiser. This was not changed at that time for...

You will need to check both ends of your shifter cable to see if the shift cable bushings are worn out and need to be replaced? If they are worn out then replace bushings and or cable.