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A manual transmission (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-a-manual-transmission-works) uses a clutch to connect the engine and transmission together each time you let out on the clutch to take off from a stop or change gears on your transmission (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-drive-manual-by-cheryl-knight). Each time you change gears...
Not the new ones, but the old ones were good, yes. Nissan Pathfinders (https://www.yourmechanic.com/scheduled-maintenance/nissan-pathfinder) were decent vehicles, but you don't want to get one that is all worn out. Those have a lot of problems with automatic transmissions. If you...
Hey there, thanks for writing in. An initial and particular concern would be if you have an exhaust manifold leak. If so, that needs to be checked out and repaired immediately due to the hazard of carbon monoxide. Beyond that,...
Hello, thanks for writing in. It sounds like you will need to replace both bulbs (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/headlight-bulb-replacement) and all three fuses (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/fuse-replacement). The price of bulbs and fuses is so cheap most of the time, that the amount of time to...
Thanks for writing in. If the pull is constant, then you may have worn suspension components like control arm bushings. You should have the entire front suspension checked for worn components. If you'd like, a YourMechanic certified technician can come...
Hi there. Check the hardware to the shoes and see if the springs are sprung. A loose brake return spring will cause a clicking sound as its touching the drum when the brakes are applied. If the springs are the...
Hello, when you have a failure in the rear differential assembly the metal debris will ruin bearings. A shim kit may be required to set-up the diff. to proper specs. A bent axle can damage gears. There are measurements that...
Hi...stop leak products should never be introduced into a car engine's cooling system simply because such aftermarket products are not a factory authorized or factory sanctioned repair technique. Some factory service manuals are indeed emphatic on this issue. A stop...
The The 2012 Nissan Sentra is one of the most versatile sedans in its class. Because it has such a wide variety of options available in its four trims, buyers can choose between a bare-bones version at a very affordable...
If If you want an SUV that offers comfortable seating for the entire family, a luxuriously smooth, enjoyable ride and the ability to tow all those toys when you go on vacation, the 2012 Infiniti QX56 might be your answer....
The Hyundai Elantra and the Ford Focus are both offerings in the inexpensive compact sedan category, and both represent some of the best offerings in that class. Compact cars are slightly larger than a subcompact, but smaller than a mid-size;...