Q: What should I do to my vehicle when I take it out of storage?

When using the driver information center (DIC), you have to toggle between options. Doing so is very easy, and makes the DIC an easy feature to use. To toggle in the DIC, simply press the up or down arrow buttons...

Your vehicle has a control valve in the heater hoses the either blocks or allows the hot coolant to flow into the heating system. This control valve is operated by engine vacuum via several solenoids that are controlled by the...

Hello. If your vehicle is experiencing shifting issues and has not had the transmission serviced after nearly 100k miles, it may very well be time for a service. Automatic transmissions operate using the fluid pressure to shift automatically. If the...

Hi there, thanks for writing in. Unfortunately, we need to know a bit more information in order to give you an accurate diagnosis such as your vehicle, make, model and year. However, in many cases, the rattling sounds you're describing...

Hi. I think the best thing to do with this situation is to replace the motor and get the proper radiator for the car. If the ECM has a fault or has gone bad completely the ECM will need to...

This is a common sign of a failing CV joint. A CV (Constant Velocity) joint is a shaft that connects the transmission to the wheels, essentially transferring the power from the drive train directly to the wheels. The CV joint...

The initial failure was likely caused by a sudden fuel system (e.g., failed fuel pump) or electrical (including ignition) faiure. Prior to performing diagnostics be sure you have a fully charged battery that passes a load test (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/battery-is-dead-inspection). Then, confirm...

Catalytic converters on passenger vehicles are generally covered for 8 years or 80,000 miles, pursuant to Federal requirements. If you have an extended vehicle warranty, you would have to review the specifications of your extended warranty to determine if coverage...

Hi Kelly. A check engine light is typically triggered when a senor detects a mechanical or electrical failure within an engine or transmission component. It usually will be accompanied by symptoms. In the case of a fuel rail issue, the...