This might be due to a vacuum leak. Vacuum leaks are common in older vehicles because of the age of rubber lines, gaskets, etc. The vacuum leaks alter the air fuel mixture and as the engine tries to adjust it,...
The charging indicator light comes on when your vehicle is not charging or you have an ignition cylinder binding and not coming to the full run position. The ignition switch and key lock cylinder may be at fault. The rough...
Hi, first I would recommend checking the fluid level under the hood and make sure the level is correct. If you are low on fluid, it can create pockets of air, causing a loss in power steering as you turn...
Hi there, could you be more specific about the coolant leaking onto the ground creating a puddle or if you notice the coolant levels are low? If you notice puddles, it is most likely one of the seals for the...
A faulty camshaft sensor will definitely cause the Check Engine Light to illuminate; there will most likely be a fault stored for it, if it is, indeed, faulty. All other fault codes will need to be read out as well....
Hi there. Stalling can be caused by a number of things, anything from a vacuum leak, to a problem with one of the engine's sensors or fuel system. As engine performance problems, such as these, are sometimes not obvious to...
Turning on the parking lights is easy. Simply find the headlight knob, which is located just to the left of your steering column. Turn the knob clockwise to the parking light icon, which is a picture of two lights facing...
Hello. There can be many causes for a jerking sensation; it could be a fault with the engine, the transmission, suspension, or even the tires. I would recommend hiring an experienced mechanic to diagnose your jerking issue; be sure to...
The alternator may not be charging even though it is remanufactured. The charging system main fuses may also be blown and would need to be checked. I recommend you have a mechanic, like ones from YourMechanic, come by and inspect...
Hello. It would appear that these 2 problems may perhaps need to be addressed separately. If these problems began after you replaced a sensor, then it may be possible that the problems are related to the repair. I would recommend...
High-intensity discharge, or HID headlights require a lot more voltage to light than conventional halogen bulbs. Then once lit, they consume less wattage than the halogen bulbs. Sometimes referred to as a ballast or ignitor, this component amplifies the 12...
There are several possibilities with these symptoms. The problem is most likely in the front end. One of your steering or suspension components could have failed. Your vehicle needs immediate attention. I would suggest getting the help of a qualified technician...
Hi, thanks for writing in. There are a couple of possibilities. If the problem is lack of cranking the engine over, the problem could be a worn ignition switch, starter solenoid or starter - due to burned contacts in any...
You may have a couple possible problems on this vehicle. The most common problem on these vehicles is the totally intergraded power control module not sending power to the rear lights as it should. Another possible problem is if you...
You are absolutely correct. If the vehicle even gets raised up off of the ground the front wheels should be shaken down to see if any play exists. This is especially true if the tires were being replaced. There is...
Hi, this is a fairly common issue on all cars as the belts age over time and lose their grip which causes the squealing noise. Other owners have also reported that dirt and dust can get into the grooves in...
You will need to have the blend door actuator removed and the blend door rotated manually to see if it can change the temperature on the drivers side. If it cannot then the blend door is broken inside the heater...
Hi. More than likely, yes, unless there is enough of the key left to extract it with a pair of pliers. Once you replace the lock cylinder and key, the vehicle will have to be programmed to recognize the new...
Hello - there is an air bleed hose that runs across the top of the radiator (under a plastic cover) and into the expansion tank. There is a coolant level sensor, and a coolant transfer hose (expansion tank to the...
Hello. I assume that it is stuck in the Park position. There is an electric solenoid that is actuated by the stop lamp switch to let it shift out of Park. With that said, I suggest having someone stand at...
Hello. If the stalling condition is reproducible, it will be easier to diagnose. The first thing to be done is to scan the vehicle for codes and data. There are many reasons for a stalling condition, like fuel pressure, vacuum...
The most common cause of that vehicle not starting is the battery. The battery should be load tested to rule out that problem, then the next most common problem is the fuel pump. I would have a technician from YourMechanic...
The cause of your window not moving is either a faulty window motor, or faulty regulator. If you hear a noise when you try to move the window, then the regulator is broken. If you do not hear any noise,...
If your car is equipped with the smart key system, it means that you don’t have to use a key to crank the car. You have a start/stop switch. Using it for the first few times can be a little...
