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The Security Indicator Light illuminates to indicate that the security system is either working properly or to let you know that there is a fault in the system. If the Security Indicator Light is flashing with the key out of...
You will have to start with an A/C service. An A/C service will recover your old refrigerant, pull a deep vacuum on the system, and check for leaks, if there are no leaks, the system will be filled to the...
The problem may not be the Mass Air Flow or MAF. It could be an unmetered air leak, such as a torn intake duct or vacuum line. Check the ducts and make sure they are free from cracks or splits...
Hello. I would check the fuel filter (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/fuel-filter-replacement) first. If the filter is clogged then this will occur. If the fuel filter is fine then the air flow meter needs to be checked. This is the most common part to...
There is a compound called JB Weld that might work to fix a small hole in a radiator temporarily. This compound has two parts a black and a grey. When the two are mixed together, this creates the compound. Once...
Hello. The most common problem with the use of a shade tree mechanic is they tend to use substandard parts. Cheaper parts often lead to expensive repairs. This concept is easy to sell if you explain the likely hood of...
I would recommend getting a quote for each of these repairs and comparing it to an engine replacement. It would be hard to tell without seeing the vehicle firsthand whether or not repairing those two items will resolve the problem....
Hello - this is a challenge, since you have multiple serious problems. The P1259 problem is most likely what is putting your engine into "limp mode". P1259 (https://www.yourmechanic.com/question/got-code-p1259-after-check-engine-light) in a Honda is a problem with the variable valve timing mechanism...
You should have brake boost for a few moments after the engine vacuum drops off. Changing the brake booster check valve should have helped that unless there is a leak in the booster. A leak in the booster will introduce...
Maybe Maybe you’re a parent buying the first car for your teenager, or perhaps you’re a new parent and the safety of your little one is of the utmost importance. Or perhaps you're a safety-minded individual looking to make a...