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Hi Cynthia. Thanks for contacting us today. It's quite possible that your alternator or other battery charging system component may be the root issue of this problem. If your car has no power, the battery was likely drained and unable...

Try putting in the key and only turning it to the first position before the key turns on and try to shift the shifter to neutral. If this does not work then you can open the hood and use a...

Hello there, thank you for asking about your 2004 Chevrolet Impala. Your car has a leak which has to be pinpointed and repaired. If by chance the leak is in the head gasket, the head gasket will have to be...

Hello. In order to answer your question I would require a few more details on what you are having trouble with. If you are having trouble aligning the hub / brake assembly with the struts, it may be possible that...

Various items can cause similar symptoms to the ones you have described. The most common would be a bad fuel filter, transmission fault, torque converter issue, shift solenoid problem, low fuel pressure, or a failed fuel injector. All of these...

If your car is working normally, coming to a stop isn’t that complicated. You just press the brake pedal and steer the car as needed. However, if the normal stopping procedure cannot be used because the engine has cut off...

Hi there. If there is an obstruction in your wheel well then that can come in contact with your tires and puncture your tire. It can possibly be a piece of bent metal that is coming in contact with your...

This is a relative question depending on your zip code and supply and demand for cars of that type in that area. Kelly Blue Book complies comparative sales of specific cars of a given type with specific options and compares...

Hello, thank you for writing in. There are a few more bits of information that we need to try and help guide you. If by not having air, you mean that the air stops blowing, then you have an issue...

Hello, unfortunately, rear axle bearing replacement is not a service YourMechanic offers at this time. However we can provide rear axle seal and brake service for your Crown Vic. Thanks for thinking of us! Sent to CS rear axle...

Hi there. When the tail lights don't work, either brake or turn signal, it's typically an electrical relay or fuse that is damaged which causes this to occur. It's a good idea for you to check and replace any fuses...

The maintenance minder in the vehicle computer, that reports remaining oil life as a percent, is the only authoritative guide to scheduling an oil change, subject to one caveat: change the engine oil at least once per year, regardless of...

Hello. There should be a Check Engine warning light on the dash display. It could also be a loose connection if you recently had exhaust work done. If you have any failure in the catalyst sensors or wiring, it should...

A vehicles A/C system and the vent system are two separate systems that work together. The blower is simply a fan that is controlled by the speed switch on the dash. The voltage from the switch is routed to a...

Hello there, there are a few possible causes for your 1995 BMW 318is to have a fluctuation in the RPM's. The most common are a vacuum leak, oxygen sensor, throttle sensor, exhaust leak, or the fuel pump. I recommend have...

Hello, thank you for writing in. The camshaft is one of the main interior components of the engine. They are used to open and close valves on time to keep the engine running properly. Replacing them is something that you...

Hi there. It is possible that the sensors have failed again, but most of the time this is the result of a failure in the valve body itself. These valve bodies have a tendency to hold a lot of debris...

Hello, thanks for writing in. For this particular vehicle it appears that the pulley and harmonic balancer are integrated into one unit. That means replacing either would be to replace both, as they are one part. If you would like...

The reason you are only seeing the Check Engine Light come on at lower speeds in and around town as opposed to being on the freeway is due to the fact that the TCC (Torque Converter Clutch) is not getting...

Hi there. It really depends on what the noise sounds like that would determine what is causing the noise. Over time, the sound insulation from doors will wear out and noises will become louder. However, if you're hearing a grinding...

It sounds like the Idle Air Control valve is gunked up. It may be possible to clean it, or it might have to be replaced. A YourMechanic professional can help to diagnose the stalling issue and replace the idle air...

The most likely common problem with these symptoms is a sticky/dirty idle air control valve, which either needs to be cleaned or replaced. Other possibilities is a clogged fuel filter, failing fuel pump relay, or fuel pump itself. I would...

A few different faults can cause this sort of malfunction. The most likely would be the ABS control module, traction control sensor failure, traction control module, or a wiring fault. Any of these issues are causing the car's computer to...

The problem you are describing is possibly caused by mis-operation of the "flapper doors" that control and direct air flow throughout the various HVAC outlets. These doors are operated by cable or by servos. It is also possible that there...