Q: When I turn if on it idles very low

That does sound serious! From that description, it sounds like your Toyota Corolla has an electrical problem that needs to be addressed. The recommendation I have is to get your Corolla’s fuses checked. Fuses can be checked a few different...

The engine may have a blown a leaking head gasket or coolant is getting in the engine cylinder somehow. The white smoke is from coolant being burned in the engine and coming out the exhaust. You should have the vehicle...

With intermittent no crank conditions, you most likely have a bad connection in the primary starting circuit. This is the battery, the positive and negative battery cables (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/battery-cable-replacement) and the starter (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/starter-replacement). Even though you have replaced the starter, new...

Hi there. Mixing oils of conventional and synthetic types will not cause any problems at all as long as you are using the correct weight oils (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/what-type-of-oil-should-i-use) for the engine. Mixing the oil is better than running the engine low...

Hi there, your 4WD (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/3-essential-things-to-know-about-four-wheel-drive-4wd) problem is likely caused by bad linkage to the transfer case, or a bad transfer case shift actuator. Unfortunately, this is not a repair YourMechanic is able to offer at this time. Check with a...

Hello - this noise (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/i-have-no-idea-what-s-wrong-with-my-car-where-do-i-begin-by-emily-edwards_2) is most likely coming from the transmission since it is only noticeable in "Drive". A problem that was present in every gear, or Park/Neutral, could be an engine accessory belt-driven noise, but your symptoms do...

It is possible the systems that charge the battery and the battery itself may be damaged from the shorting of the wires. I would recommend charging the battery and the recheck the battery holds a load or needs replaced. Then...

Hello there, the alternator for your 2006 Porsche Cayenne Turbo is located on the front of the engine along the serpentine belt path. Replacing the alternator is a extensive job best left to the professionals as it required the removal...

Hi Kyle, It sounds like you may have a failing or worn out wheel bearing. A wheel bearing (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services1/wheel-bearings-replacement) will usually fail due to pitting or small damage on the surface of the rollers or the bearing race. Both the...