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Hi there. The system will set the message if it attempts a self test and finds atmospheric pressure in the tank. The gas cap may not be the concern here as this message is directly related to a large leak...

Hi Marvin. Thanks for contacting us today. The main cause of over-torquing is using an impact or air wrench. However, the majority of damage occurs when the torqued component is in use, develops heat then cools. In your situation, catching...

You can attempt to drive the vehicle and see if re-learning is possibly completed. If driving the vehicle does not resolve the issue, that is the correct idle speed is not attained, check to be sure that the throttle body...

Hello. Brakes are one of the more important systems on the car, so they should be repaired sooner than later. Being that there are a few variables here I would say there are two options: 1) Take the vehicle back...

Hi there. A faulty wheel bearing will generally cause a growling noise similar to a chopping or cupping wear on the inner or outer edge of one or more tires. To determine this, the tire on the suspected wheel of...

Hello. If this all started after the alternator was replaced, then that is more than likely the problem. If the alternator is defective and has an internal bearing failure then this will occur. Also, if the alternator is not mounted...

Hey there. Sorry to hear about your issue with your 87 Acura Legend. That loud clicking noise on the right side of the motor is typically an indication of a broken or lose fitting wire on the starter. A common...

With the wheel locked up this car is unsafe to drive until the problem is fixed. With that said, the most common issue would be a wheel bearing that has seized, or a parking brake that is stuck engaged. With...

Hello there. Thanks for the detailed description on your inquiry - it really helps us out. Based on what you have indicated, my first assumption would be that you have a loose serpentine / drive belt or a pulley that...

Hello, thanks for writing in. I'd be happy to provide my insight. Most of the time that this occurs, it is because of a slight misfire, or it is due to an engine mount problem. I usually start by checking...

The most likely cause of your leak is the heater core inside of the car's heater case. The leak will come out of the A/C's drain. If you are going to bypass the heater core then I would recommend connecting...

Hi There, This may be caused by a bad shift interlock solenoid, a bad shift cable or possibly a failed brake light switch. I would suggest having a professional from YourMechanic come to your location to take a look at...

Hello. The oil can leak from any number of places on this engine. The most common places that this engine leaks oil is from the valve cover gaskets, and from the rear main seal. If it is dripping while the...

If there is no starter motor operation, check for presence of 12 volts at the starter solenoid when the key is held in the start position. Check for voltage drop on the heavy gauge wire from the battery to the...

The working theory is that water has intruded somewhere, likely in some electrical component. If you are in a warm, dry climate you might try letting the car dry out. If that doesn't work, or you need a faster resolution,...

That must have been a whale of a pot hole. Your car has an electronic throttle, so you shouldn't have any of the conventional problems with a cable, but I wonder if your accelerator position sensor has been somehow damaged....

Carburetors are devices that through the use of vacuum, mechanically deliver appropriate fuel amounts to an engine. The carburetor has several circuits each with its components. Some of the circuits use tiny holes to route air and fuel. As you...

Have the drive shaft joints and rear axle pinion bearing checked to see if they have excessive play. Also, check to see if you have any broken motor or transmission mounts. This should help narrow down the problem for you....

Hi there: Unfortunately we don't service or provide mechanical advice on motorcycles. Your best bet is to contact a local Royal Enfield specialist to receive the technical advice you're looking to receive. Good luck.

Hi there. It sounds like a lot going on, but we're here to help. If the throttle is still revving the engine very high at idle, then there may be something either stuck or a vacuum hose is loose. Listen,...

Hi, thanks for your question. If you switched the relay to a different circuit and that circuit works, then the relay tests okay. The fuel pump relay is controlled by the PCM and you would need to scan the computer...

Generally this is something caused by the flasher relay going bad. This is a small relay that allows the lights to flash based upon current flow and a resistor inside that causes them to flash. When this is faulty, this...

A cooling system rubber hose may begin to leak due to deterioration, or weak hose clamps. Spring-style hose clamps can lose their tension over the years, especially if they have been tampered with during other repairs, or cooling system services....

Oil leaks are common especially as vehicles get older. The smoke you see/smell is from the oil falling on hot metal from the engine running. As the oil burns off you see the smoke and get the odor. Once we...

Given your mileage, and the symptoms you describe, it is likely your ball joints, both upper and lower, are toast. Potholes, braking, and turns cause the worn joints to move out of position, causing the behavior you describe. For lower...