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Hello, it sounds like you may have a gasket or seal leaking on your car. Smoke in the exhaust could indicate 2 things; you're burning oil or burning coolant. If you're burning oil that usually means your valve seals and...

Hello, thank you for writing in. If the vehicle was in a wreck, the issues are likely independent from each other. One issue seems to be a powertrain control module electrical malfunction. This could be an issue with an input...

Hi, and thanks for contacting YourMechanic. First of all, the mass air flow (MAF) sensor requires its screen; the air registering through the sensor is monitored with the elements in the screen. By removing the screen, you actually destroyed the...

Hey there. There are some obvious possibilities: the fan or blower noise due to motor defect; the A/C clutch is chattering or slipping, and/or the clutch bearing is worn, loose, or wobbly; the compressor has an internal mechanical fault or...

If the car was not overheating prior to installing the new radiator, it is possible there was air trapped. There are air purge points (little bolts that are cross drilled) at high points in the system that are opened when...

While it’s recommended that you have a professional change your car’s engine oil, this is a service that you can do on your own provided you have the right tools, a place to do it, and a way to safely...

Hello. This vehicle is rare and information is limited. It would be helpful to know the year, engine, and more information to help determine what is going on. However, it does sound like you are having a wiring harness or...

This may be a sign of a failing idle air control valve. The idle air control valve monitors the air intake as it is mixed with fuel prior to being injected into the engine. This valve is controlled by the...

If it ran for 30 minutes after a jump, the alternator is probably ok. I would start by checking the battery first. Alternators are not designed to charge a dead battery. A good battery, that is completely dead, takes more...

Hi there. Yes, a torn throttle body hose will definitely cause your concerns. Taping the boot is not a proper repair, nor will it correct the situation. The boot has to be replaced. The torn boot is allowing unmetered air...

The code P0325 and P1447 may be problems with the evaporative emission charcoal canister and vent solenoid problem from charcoal getting into the solenoid and tripping the code P1447. Some owners also got the code P0325 for the knock sensor...

Hi Taylor. Thanks for contacting us today. It is possible that your transmission has an inner seal or gasket that has failed or it simply has debris inside the hydraulic lines that needs to be flushed out. However, flushing a...

Hello. If the tires that are currently on the car are defective, this type of vibration may occur. It may be necessary to replace them. Other possible causes for the vibration may be a faulty tie rod, rack and pinion,...

Hi there. Unfortunately, once there is oil and coolant mixed, there is the possibility of a cracked cylinder head/block or a blown cylinder head gasket. This is a serious condition as the internal damage generally snowballs into worse; the main...

Your vehicle has a A518/46RE type of transmission for the year of 2000. This model fits from the vehicle years of 1998 through 2002.

There would need to be a few checks to be done first. See if there is proper fan operation. Does the fan come on after the vehicle reaches about 220 degrees on the gauge? If the fan comes on and...

Hi there. If the reservoir is on the add line and is low but there is no coolant to be found anywhere, check the engine oil to see if its milky. If the oil is normal color, then the coolant...

Adjusting the air vents in your car lets you fix the flow of hot, cold or fresh air where you want it most. It’s also very simple. Here’s how: Front Right and Left: Move the vent slide left or...

There is no temporary fix for a crack in the radiator tank on these radiators. You will do engine damage if you continue to overheat the engine. Check online for some real cheap alternatives to local expensive radiators. A cheap...

When you turn on the key, the check engine light should be on, this is a bulb check function. As you know, the check engine light has to be working to pass inspection. The bulb may be out, or it...

This is showing a misfire on all cylinders, camshaft sensors, and crankshaft sensor codes. The engine would need to be checked to see if it is due to a valve adjustment. From here, all codes can be cleared then re-tested...

This sounds like you are having low fuel pressure or fuel volume getting to the engine. You will need to have the computer scanned for codes and the fuel pressure checked and while accelerating see if the fuel pressure drops...

Check for diagnostic trouble codes. Overheating has the potential to cause head gasket leaks and valve and piston damage. You should measure cylinder compression to first be sure that the engine is basically mechanically sound. If cylinder compression is normal,...

This may be a result of low transmission fluid or potentially a faulty transmission control module. A faulty transmission control module may cause a delay in acceleration or erratic shifting of gears. The transmission control module has various sensors such...

Your alternator may be working fine and you just need to replace the dying battery. Most alternators tend to last a lot longer than most batteries. The factory alternator on your Jeep is more than capable of handling your...