Q: When do you replace the serpentine belt?

More than likely the buckle needs to be replaced. It's unsafe and illegal to drive without a seatbelt, so I suggest you get this fixed as soon as possible. Any qualified mechanical, like one from YourMechanic, can handle this task...

There is a pin that locks the steering wheel when the key is turned off. If you turn off the key and you have pressure on that pin from the wheel, the ignition will be very hard to turn. Try...

Hello there. You are off to a good start in fixing your 2004 Dodge Durango. If there is a knocking sound and replacing the starter did not fix the issue, and you have a knocking noise when cranking, then it...

Hi there, thanks for your question. This model has a cam driven timing chain, so you should not need to worry about changing the belt at certain intervals. Just be sure to have regular oil changes performed.

Check the Steering Lock Module for faults. This component is tied into the vehicle security system (including your ignition key), and appears to have either failed or is not sync'ing correctly with the key and security system. A professional mechanic,...

Hello there. Many different faults can cause a noise with your 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. The most common would be the brake rotors (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/brake-rotor-disc-replacement) and pads (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/brake-pads-replacement), something stuck in the rotor backing place, strut mount (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/engine-mount-replacement), wheel bearings (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/wheel-bearings-replacement), or...

Hi There, Depending on whether or not the vehicle will turn over will determine what the next step should be. If the engine does not turn over, I would recommend checking all connections related to the battery and check to...

Hi There, This may be related to many different possibilities, some of which may be related to a lack of spark or possibly timing issues and some of which may be related to a fuel delivery problem or a combination...

Hi Kat. Thanks for the question tonight. Anytime a check engine light is illuminated, it means the onboard computer (ECU) has detected a fault from a sensor that impacts the operation of the vehicle. It then stores a code in...