Q: Popping sound when accelerating

Adjusting the height of the rear view mirror ensures it’s in the correct position to see vehicles behind you. Just move the mirror up or down with your hand to make the adjustments. Make sure you can see behind your...

Hello. Depending on how they wired the trailer lights up, the wiring harness might need to be replaced. Some trailer lighting comes as an inline harness that plugs into the existing vehicle's wiring. This is the normally the best way...

If you have a lack of power, it is not a good idea to put highway mileage (high RPMs) on your vehicle. It can clog your fuel injectors and damage your engine. There are two types of catalytic converter damage....

Hi there: AC problems always seem to pop up when it's hot outside and we can least afford the problem. Based on what you're describing, the air conditioner problem (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/why-won-t-my-ac-blow-cold-air) with your Chevy K1500 AC system might simply be caused...

Thanks for writing in about your 1997 Lexus SC300. Power at the starter needs to be checked along with all of the connections. When checking connections to the starter, the battery will need to be disconnected to prevent a dangerous...

Hello. It sounds possible that there was some leftover fluid from a repair completed previously that is now leaking on the exhaust and causing a burning smell in your car (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/smell-in-the-car-inspection). There could also be a very small or slow...

This issue may be caused by a dirty throttle body, fuel injectors, or the fuel filter (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-buy-a-good-quality-fuel-filter). If you still need help, YourMechanic can dispatch out a professional mechanic to your home or place of business to diagnose and replace...

Hello. BMW doesn't recommend using oil additives (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/a-guide-to-motor-oil-additives_2). I don't know exactly whether Lucas Oil Stabilizer works well, but if you are using a good quality oil with an SJ rating or better, there is not anything that an additive...

Your vehicle is less than 10 years old and should not have a problem getting the cable at most any Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. The cable may not be on the aftermarket yet and a dealer is the best...