Hi there. There could be a lot of carbon build up inside the combustion chamber making the fuel not burn properly due to the valves and rings not sealing. First check the spark plugs and see if there is excessive...
Hi there. It sounds like there could be a serious transmission issue at hand. However, there are a few other possibilities: a broken shifter cable or switch assembly. Does the gear indicator change when the shifter is moved? If not,...
Hello, thank you for writing in. Even without a check engine light, there may be codes present that will help with this. Scan the vehicle for codes first, and use any present to help guide you. The noises you are...
The engine may have lost spark or fuel pressure, or the timing belt might have broke. The ignition switch may have an intermittent open circuit which can cause stalling. If the vehicle can start back up right away, then I...
Hello. It does sound like a thermostat issue. If the thermostat is not opening as it should then this will occur. It also sounds like the radiator cap may not be holding pressure. I would typically test the thermostat and...
The lower intake manifold gasket you replaced seals both coolant, and oil passages. It is possible that coolant (under higher pressure) is leaking into an oil passage. It is also possible you have a bad head gasket - leaking coolant...
The engine's computer should be scanned first to see if there are codes pointing to the cause of the RPM problems and the no start. If the codes are tested and no problems are found then try and disconnect the...
Hi Dawn. Thanks for contacting us tonight. When a camshaft breaks, it can cause significant damage not only to the cylinder head, but also bottom end deck if the head gasket was torched. If the deck is not blocked (or...
You are going to have to have the brakes completely inspected for leaks. You most likely have a leak from somewhere if the fluid was low. Once leak is located then check all pads and rotors for need to replace...
Hi there. To my knowledge, there really isn't an "issue" with the 2001 Honda Civic that would place it in a risky purchase category. Like any other vehicle that is 15 years old, there are many things to consider when...
When you say the truck is riding hard, I have seen many of the suspension struts binding causing a hard ride. They do not shift to smooth ride and may stay stiff. Replacing the shock/struts fixed the issue with ride....
Your car probably has several brake warning lights on the dashboard. I'll presume that you are talking about the one that comes on when the parking brake is set. If that light stays on it may mean there is a...
Hi Valerie. Thanks for contacting us tonight. When you have electrical fuses that continually blow, it means you have an electrical short or an open electrical relay that is the root issue. The best way to determine where the fault...
You will need to have the charging system checked to see if the system is working properly. You may have electrical connection issues or component problems with the body control module and will need a mechanic like one from YourMechanic...
Hello, thank you for writing in. If the battery power is reaching the starter, and the starter is not turning the engine over, the starter has failed. You can test how much power is going to the starter with a...
Coolant leaks can be very tricky because they might happen only under certain conditions. Some leaks may only occur when the engine is cold, while others might only show when the engine is hot. some may be low pressure leaks...
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the legal identifier for your vehicle. You can find your VIN on the left side of the dashboard, where it meets the windshield.
Hi. It sounds to me like your battery ran out of juice. It's most likely that the battery inside your key died and simply needs replacement. When your battery dies in your key you should be able to start your...
You could have several issues going on there. I would start by having a mechanic, such as one from YourMechanic, check out the recent work. It is possible for the CV axle nut to have come loose. The noises while...
From the information provided on your Jeep Liberty, it leads me to believe that the problem may actually lie with the transmission and not with the fuel filter. After shifting into gear, if there is a delay in the engagement...
Hello. The best thing to do is have a battery shop perform a "load test" on the battery. That is very standard procedure. The battery has to be in a fully charged state (they can do that, too) before such...
If the timing belt isn't moving, it is either broken or the teeth have stripped off at the crankshaft pulley. A broken timing belt will usually show signs of fraying at the camshaft sprocket. If the teeth stripped at the...
Hello, thank you for writing in. There are several aspects to consider in this situation. First of all, dealerships are known for insanely high labor rates, but labor should not be over $100/hr for most repairs. The technicians that work...
The body shop would not be responsible for additional problems and the insurance company should cover it since this would be called a hidden problem that the body shop did not notice when giving the original estimate. They would charge...
