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You do not mention what kind of vehicle you have, but I can tell you that if they only put in .81 lb of refrigerant then your system is likely low on refrigerant. Most systems take more than 1.5 lb...
Hello. This can be caused by a few things. If the battery was connected improperly at any point then you may have had a fuse (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/fuse-replacement) blow. Most of the time if this occurs the vehicle wouldn't have started to...
Hi, thanks for writing in. I'd be happy to provide my insight. From the description of your 2010 Pontiac G6 braking issue, there are a few likely causes. If the piston in the caliper did not move freely than this...
Hello. The first task in solving this problem is to extract problem codes that are set, whether the Check Engine light is on or not. There are several problems which could cause this behavior, such as a bad throttle position...
The only way to determine the failure mode of the bolts is to send the "assembly" to a forensic laboratory equipped with a scanning electron microscope. If the bolts were loose, there would have been noticeable vibration and noise prior...
I'll agree with the shop on this one. The yaw sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/yaw-rate-sensor-replacement) is a very sensitive device designed to measure the sideways force on a car during a turn and it's part of the Vehicle Stabilization System. It has a...
Hi there - I suspect you have a problem with the air blend doors (https://www.yourmechanic.com/question/blend-doors-not-working-properly) inside your heater unit in the passenger compartment. These doors control air flow inside the passenger compartment. A failed or stuck air blend door would...
Hi there. Check to see if the fuel that was in the system was old and sitting for a while. If so, I recommend putting in a fuel water evaporator chemical that can be purchased at a local parts store....
The short answer would be yes, the connecting rod does have a direct affect on the compression ratio. For example, if you were to use a shorter connecting rod in a given engine when doing a rebuild, a piston manufacturer...
The The 2012 Volkswagen TDI is a diesel powered car that is fuel efficient while offering an affordable starting price. It comes in a two door hatchback or a four door compact style with an automatic or manual transmission. A...
Redesigned Redesigned for American buyers, the 2012 Volkswagen Passat is roomier, has more standard features, and costs less than previous models. All that, and you still get everything you look for in a German-built sedan, including the on-road dynamics, power,...
When When you’re buying a vehicle that needs to meet the requirements of all kinds of passengers the process can prove to be rather tricky. However, if you happen to be single, you’re the one in control, and your list...