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You did not mention if your rpms are limited when driving forward gears? If you are trying to rev up the engine in park, neutral or reverse the computer will limit the rpms the engine will go and the limiter...

Yes, I can guarantee that is a venting valve because that's how it works. When you refill the car, it is supposed to open up and vent. All the air that's coming when you put the gas in the tank,...

Passengers should never, under any circumstances, be in the cargo area of your car when the vehicle is in motion. The cargo area does not have sufficient safety features for passengers, and it is an illegal place for a passenger...

To turn on the stereo system, simply press the ON/VOLUME knob on your center console. If you press the knob a second time, the system will turn off.

Activating shuffle mode couldn’t be easier. Simply press the SET/RND button while you’re listening to a CD, and the CD player will automatically enter shuffle mode.

If your vehicle is going to go more than two weeks without being driven, then you should run the air conditioner before leaving it. Turn your car on, leave it idling, and turn the air conditioner on its highest setting...

Hi Sharon. Thanks for contacting us today. Typically an engine misfire like you've described will also cause lack of acceleration and reduced fuel economy as well. Isolating the source of the engine misfire can be tricky, as it could be...

Hello there, A few different items can cause oil consumption. The most common is oil leaks, valve stem seals, PCV faults, or engine mechanical issues. Porsche 911's are known to have some oil consumption that is considered normal due to...

Hello, this comes up quite often on this vehicle as it ages. The most common location if the leak is the front seal of the pump. If you cannot pinpoint the leak I would add dye to the power steering...

Hello and thank you for contacting YourMechanic. First you will need to charge or replace your battery. Most of the time, if a battery has a burned cell or will not hold a charge, then it causes a lot of...

While AM and FM stations are free to listen to, satellite radio (SIRIUS) is a paid service. In order to receive signal after the initial trial period is over, you’ll need to enroll with SIRIUS Radio. To do that, you’ll...

The trunk unlocks without taking the key fob out of your pocket. Located the button on the trunk of the vehicle and press it. This automatically unlocks the trunk as long as you have the electronic key on your person....

Hello. It sounds like you have a bad connection. If the alternator is fine, then the negative battery connections should be checked. It is common for negative ground connections to become loose or corroded which will cause this. If those...

An oil filter is a long, rectangular paper element that is folded into numerous pleats. The two ends of the pleated element are sealed together and the filter placed around a perforated metal tube inside a filter can. The perforated...

Your car comes with either a remote keyless entry (RKE) key fob, or a standard ignition key. The standard ignition key looks like any normal auto or home key, and operates the same way. To unlock your vehicle, insert the...

Look around the reservoir, the reservoir cap, and the hoses to the reservoir and see were the leak is coming from. The leak could be a loose hose clamp, cracked hose, or a cracked reservoir. If you need further assistance...

Hi there. Unfortunately, this type of engine swap would most likely require some major fabrication with motor mounts, a new or reprogrammed ECU and other enhancements most likely to work correctly. Since we don't offer this type of service, it...

One of the most common causes for fuses to blow consistently as a shorted wire. There is either a short to positive which means that one wire that has power is shorting with another wire that has power. You could...

Hello. To get rid of a smell I would try to pinpoint where it's coming from and focus on cleaning or deodorizing that area. If the smell is coming from the outside then washing the vehicle a few times will...

Your engine actually has a timing chain (and associated parts) to keep the crankshaft and camshafts in a properly timed relationship. Your mechanic is correct that performing a timing chain service, which includes the chain, guides, tensioner and pulleys, then...

Hi. There could be an issue with the light bulb sockets so they should be inspected for problems. Also, have a certified mechanic make sure the proper power from the multifunction switch in the steering column (Turn signal switch) is...

It’s absolutely essential that you keep up with normal maintenance, like oil changes, tire rotations, air filter changes and the rest. Your car is designed with a reminder system designed to help make keeping your car serviced easier. If you...

While using the auxiliary jack is really about as simple as connecting the device, turning both systems on and then enjoying your music, there are a few precautions that you should follow. Here’s what you should know: Turn the...