The serpentine belt that drives the power steering pump should be checked. Even if the belt looks OK, and is tight, all the rotating elements (pulleys and accessories) should be checked for binding. If there is a problem in that...
Hi there. The most common cause of this type of problem is a transmission sensor, or linkage malfunction or a pressure imbalance in the transmission. With these issues, the car is unsafe to drive until this is resolved. You should...
A lot of things could cause the problems you are having from a vacuum leak to a idle air control valve. My best advice is have your vehicle diagnosed firsthand but a trained professional, such as one from YourMechanic.
Hi B.B. There are several reasons why a car won't turn over, however, if you are able to bypass that by manually activating the starter, then it's quite possible that the dealership is correct in this case. The ignition system...
This is generally caused by a short in the steering wheel cable reel assembly, but could also be a bad horn switch, or horn relay. If the cable reel is faulty, the steering wheel will have to be removed, and...
Assuming the vehicle didn't have any problems before it was parked, the only thing you will probably need to get it started is a battery. The battery will definitely be dead and most likely require replacement. Before you drive the...
If you have the 1.8-liter engine, then you should use SAE 0W-20 oil. If that is not available, you can use SAE 5W-20, but you should not use this viscosity level in consecutive oil replacements. If you have the 2.4-litre...
Being unable to reverse your car can be an alarming concern. There appears to be a few reasons as to why the reverse gear is making noise and not working in your vehicle. If your car is equipped with 4...
Usually, if the car will not go forward it mean the transmission is shot. This depends on if it is an automatic or manual transmission. I'm just assuming that it is an automatic and there is something wrong with the...
Hi, thanks for writing in. Given the sporadic nature of the symptoms, and a known head gasket issue, it is likely the engine is misfiring due to the head gasket issues is causing rough running. If the symptoms are felt...
The driver’s seat belt reminder Warning Light is located on the instrument panel, and is accompanied by a buzzer sounding. This light illuminates when the driver has not securely latched their seat belt. When the belt is buckled, the light...
Hello. Overtime hood springs will loose the ability to force the hood up when the hood latch is pulled. It's best to have an extra set of hands when trying to get it open so one may pull the hood latch...
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...
It sounds like there is a large coolant leak, especially if the system is loosing a considerable amount of coolant. The cooling system will need to be inspected for the source of the leak. Many times the source of the...
Eventually, the time will come when you have to replace your tires. No matter how gentle you are, you just can’t make them last forever. When that day rolls around, make sure you do things right. What does that mean?...
Hi. Many automatic vehicles are equipped with a park lock that prevents movement of the shifter if the brake pedal is not applied. This lock can experience a failure on its own, or the lock may not release because of...
Hi there: Let me answer your questions in order: 1) A fuel pump module is an electrical component, so in theory it should last the life of the vehicle. However, it's common for this part to war out sooner than...
The remote may need the battery replaced. Try another good remote, or change the batteries in the remote. If this does not work, then you may have to get the antitheft system tested using the dealer's scanner. This will test,...
Gasoline evaporates, even in the gas tank of your Accord. If those fumes are allowed to escape into the atmosphere, they create hydrocarbons that damage the environment and also contribute to smog/air pollution. To help combat this problem, your car...
If you live in an area where emissions testing is mandatory, you’re no doubt familiar with the hassle of not being able to test your car if the readiness codes aren’t set. Thankfully, there’s a way you can help make...
A246. Your spare tire is a vital safeguard, and the only way to get safely back on the road after you’ve had a flat. However, if it’s not aired up correctly, you might not be going very far. Check your...
Hi there, thanks for writing in. Quite often when the vehicle runs out of gas, especially on electronic fuel injected vehicles, the fuel pump may not have the required pressure to deliver gasoline to the fuel rail. In most cases...
Hi. The driver's window switch may be getting water or other liquids inside and the window switch is shorting out. There is a recall to replace the switch if failing, and cover the switch in butel tape to make it...
