It sounds like you may have a catalytic converter that may be clogged or failing. There are a number of reasons that may cause the catalytic converter to fail. They include: O2 sensor, fuel injectors, spark plugs, EGR valve system,...
The speedometer gets the vehicle's speed from the transmission. There are two speed sensors used to control shifting. Input speed and output speed. The output speed sensor is used for the speedometer. If it malfunctions, it will store a trouble...
Misses generally are caused by failing ignition components like spark plugs, ignition coils, ignition wires, etc. But, every once in a while a component like an injector, or a valve spring can fail and cause a misfire similar to an...
This sounds like the transmission is slipping. I recommend having a transmission mechanic diagnose the slipping by checking transmission pressures, checking for trouble codes, or checking for any solenoids that are not letting it shift.
The only way this can logically happen is if an oil line from the engine is being connected to a failed "oil cooler" inside of the radiator. The engine oil is under far greater pressure than the coolant in the...
The Air Bag Warning light is located on the instrument panel. When the light is illuminated, there is a problem with the air bag system and the vehicle should be inspected or repaired as soon as possible. Tip Like all...
It's starting to wear out. It's notorious for Subarus and it's one of the reasons I tell people not to buy Subaru. You've got 215,000 miles, so you've got a lot of life out of it and can't complain about...
Hello...it is wonderful to hear from a Tercel owner!! I owned a 1985 Tercel for 25 years!!! One day, on the freeway, the rust on the front sub-frame finally caused the car to basically "crack" where the control arm is...
If the ABS light is not illuminated, then it's likely operating correctly as it generally illuminate when a fault is present. The leaking of the battery is a cause of concern. It signifies one of two issues: a damaged...
The air bag readiness Warning Light is located on the instrument panel. This light illuminates when there is an issue with the air bag system. Since the air bags are an extremely important safety in your vehicle, you should schedule...
Hi, thanks for writing in. This could be many different possibilities ranging from fuel delivery issues to possibly a blown head gasket. Without further detail of the symptoms, this may be tough to diagnose without physically inspecting or taking the...
Your car may need the service harness and relay installed into the wiring of your ignition switch; the tech bulletin is RJT 1678, to get the parts list and directions. This part is a fix to a few different problems...
If your vehicle uses DOT 5 (silicone-based) fluid, the flush interval is much, much longer than 2 years or 32,000 miles. However, if your vehicle uses glycol based fluid, it should be thoroughly removed from the brake system roughly every...
I'm not sure what you mean by jumping. If you mean the vehicle is jerking, then the issue may be an engine performance problem. If the Check Engine Light is on, the first step is to retrieve the stored diagnostic...
Window washer fluid helps keep your windshield clean and clear of debris. It ensures that your wipers are able to remove grime, dirt, dust, and even oil and other fluids that get onto the windshield from the road. Of course,...
You can customize many of your vehicle’s settings using the vehicle personalization setting. You can also use the vehicle personalization to return all of the customizable features to their factory settings. To return to the factory settings, use the audio...
From your post I presume that you have checked the codes and got a throttle body code. The car may still seem to be okay and you want to know if it is safe to drive. The answer is: probably....
You may have hit a pot hole when you went off the road and damaged the tire internal cords. This will cause a wobble feeling. If the tire is okay, then your wheel weights may have been knocked off and...
Hi there - the MAP (manifold absolute pressure) sensor is located midway, on the top of the straight, "tube-like" portion of the intake manifold. This "tube" sits above the "octopus-like" 4 air tubes into the engine. It is attached by...
If you have a lack of power, it is not a good idea to put highway mileage (high RPMs) on your vehicle. It can clog your fuel injectors and damage your engine. There are two types of catalytic converter damage....
Hi there. In most cases, the purge valve needs to be replaced. It's due to rough idle or issues with emissions. If not replaced in a relatively short period of time, it can cause additional problems with the EVAP system...
This may be related to your brake booster failing or potentially a vacuum leak in the braking system. Your braking system works on hydraulic pressure that is maintained through a series of processes that create this hydraulic pressure that begins...
The wrench light is a maintenance indicator. It illuminates whenever your vehicle is due for a timed maintenance. The check engine light could be several hundred issues. A qualified technician such as one from YourMechanic can retrieve engine codes and...
The engine control system uses the engine oil pressure to control the variable intake valve timing on this model. If the engine oil is low or very dirty it can trigger this type of fault and cause the system to...
Hi and thanks for contacting YourMechanic. First check the fuse box for a fuse in the horn slot. Make sure that the fuse is there and not burned. If the fuse is burned, replace the fuse and check to see...
