If your vehicle will not start you likely have one of three issues. An ignition problem, a fuel problem, or a starting system problem. If your ignition system cannot burn the fuel being delivered the engine will not run. If the...
The noise that you are hearing is the lifters tapping on the engine as they are not getting any oil. The best thing to do is find out what type of engine oil was put into your vehicle from when...
This may suggest a weak battery or potentially a faulty starter solenoid. Although, a faulty starter solenoid is possible, the fact that you are able to get it started without any trouble by jumping suggests that the starter solenoid may...
Hello. Resealing an oil pan is not an easy job for someone who is not an experienced technician. I would suggest that you have a certified technician, like one from YourMechanic, come and replace the oil pan gasket.
The complete maintenance schedule for your vehicle is posted at this link. 100,000 miles is not a standard interval and much of the maintenance has much more frequent intervals. If possible, attempt to obtain the complete vehicle history of service...
Hello, the CV joints are important components of the vehicle. When the joints fail, they can create vibration and could damage the transmission. Inspecting them should be done at every oil change. Ultimately the CV joint failure will make...
Hello. From what you describe, it appears that your vehicle may be having more than one problem. A no-start condition will be caused by a different set of issues then a flashing oil light. A no-start condition can be...
It could be from the bearing, or from a tire with a bubble or tread separation. I recommend having a mechanic, such as one from YourMechanic, run a diagnostic on the source of the noise in order to identify and...
It sounds to me like you have a wire connector issue with the ignition coil pins. The male and female sides fit too loose and only make partial contact. After driving a while a small amount of corrosion forms in...
Hey there. This noise is an indication of movement of the suspension. The first thing to check would be the lower control bushings on both sides of the car should be checked for movement by supporting the vehicle off the...
Hi there, thanks for writing about your 1979 Volvo 244. First, you should confirm there is good spark at the spark plugs to eliminate ignition as a problem. Then, check fuel pressure for the correct pressure - it is likely...
This is a common sign of a lack of fuel supply to the intake manifold. This is usually caused by several things such as faulty fuel injectors, low fuel pressure (regulator) or not enough air supply. I would suggest having...
Hi there. We've all been there and I completely understand how easily we can be frustrated in the whole process. I am forwarding your request to customer service. Feel free to reach out to customer service via phone at +1-800-701-6230....
The water pump seems to be a common problem with your Range Rover. If you have any type of warranty, call them to see what they require to cover the repair. If not, the cooling system will need to be...
The fuel pressure regulator is beneath the upper intake manifold. That manifold has to be removed to gain access. Once you remove the manifold, you will see the regulator connected to the fuel rail and one end of the regulator...
A few different items can cause the vehicle to have a vibration. The most likely would be a misfire, engine mount, or transmission mount. Most vibrations have a RPM range at which they are most noticeable. Increasing the idle if...
The post is an integral part of the battery. It is not separately serviceable and thus you must buy a new battery. If the post has dislodged, or any component of the battery is "broken", be very wary about the...
Based on your description, it seems like you may have a faulty control arm bushing on your vehicle. I would recommend a brakes suspension and steering inspection to verify this. If any control arm bushings are faulty on your vehicle,...
Assuming that your vehicle is not actually overheating, this leads me to believe that the replacement temperature sensor is faulty or incorrectly installed. It could also be a poor electrical connection at the temperature sensor. An open circuit would cause...
Hello. The service required would be based on the amount of miles that you have. You should be following your owners manual recommendations on maintenance. Spark plugs typically are not needed until 100,000+ miles. If you want to have your...
