Hi there. To request an estimate for a new starter and to be installed in your BMW, please click this link to the service page. Once on the page, you can click the Get a Quote button and we'll send...
Don't leave it in there! the oil will deteriorate your rubber hoses and maybe the water pump seal. What you need is a good cooling system flush. It involves taking out the thermostat and running a flush solvent through the...
When playing from a USB device, you can view a list of the folders, and then select which one you would like to play from. To do so, press the Tune-Scroll knob to view a list of the folders, then...
This may be related to the transmission being low on fluid or potentially a bad transmission control solenoid. As you may know, every time a gear change is required, the car's computer activates a transmission solenoid, which directs transmission fluid...
Hi there. When you have a misfire that happens after replacing ignition components, it's usually due to the spark plug wires or coil packs not being installed correctly or being the wrong parts. It might be a good idea to...
While I don't wish to cast stones, it doesn't sound like you have been getting very good advice. A car that doesn't start at all is usually the easiest kind of problem to diagnose. It's the cars that only fail...
Hi There, Depending on the type of vehicle, this may be a bit expensive to have the vehicle either re-keyed or have new key fobs purchased and re-flashed to the car's computer You may also want to consider having a...
Your vehicle has an expansion valve mounted at the firewall behind the two a/c lines where they connect to the evaporator assembly. You will need to evacuate the a/c refrigerant and remove line connection and then unbolt the expansion valve....
When you open the throttle the IAC will go toward the closed position and when you let off of the throttle it will open to pass air flow so the engine will not stall and then will slowly start to...
The inflation of your tires can affect your vehicle in many ways. Your tire pressure should be maintained regularly in order to prevent damage to your vehicle. With that being said, there are some exceptions to your tire inflation specifications,...
You have electric power steering. Electric-powered steering systems are something that an average guy can’t analyze. You can take it off and put another one on but you can’t analyze it. So, you might call the professionals from YourMechanic. Have...
Typically when a vehicle has the ABS light appear on, the brake light will appear right along with it. When this happens, the next step would be to use a automotive scanner to communicate with the ABS module. This will...
You will need to have the charging system and battery system checked to see if the alternator is putting out enough volts and amperage to recharge the batteries. The alternator is the most common failure to correct the problem for...
Hello, thank you for writing in. The battery may be having several issues. If you have had the battery tested, and it passes all of the tests, then you are looking at parasitic draw. This is an electrical component, sensor,...
As you may know, your car is equipped with wheel speed sensors on each of the four wheels, which monitor wheel speed while relaying this information to the traction control module, which is controlled by the car's ECU. When the...
Hello. Let's hope that you don't have an issue with the mechanical aspect of the transmission on your 2002 BMW 330xi. I believe the best thing to check will be the transmission fluid. Also, I suggest having a technician run...
Hi. Oil/coolant intermix is a bad sign. This means that coolant is leaking down through a cylinder into the crankcase. This usually indicates a blown head gasket or cracked cylinder head. The head gasket seals the engine combustion chambers as...
Hi there. This is a very good question that I wish more people would ask. Your 2006 Pathfinder's engine control unit (ECU) does evolve and learn as it goes. Anytime you clean the throttle body or complete major "routine" service,...
Hi there, thanks for writing in about your 2012 Nissan 370Z. The clutch assembly shouldn't be worn out at 50,000 miles unless the vehicle has been abused. There are many concerns for vehicles that match your model year with the...
There is a minimum one hour service call for an oil change and just this service without any other services should take about an hour to perform. (oil change) [https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/change-oil-and-filter]
Make sure you do not have a vacuum leak between the brake booster and master cylinder. Sometimes the seal does not sit good and will leak. If it is okay, and you hear a vacuum leak inside the vehicle, then...
Hello, thank you for writing in. Two aspects about the issue lead me to believe the previous technician is correct. To start, the compressor is the only component that will effect the engine, as it is the part connected to...
Hello: If the price quote you received for the brake service includes new rotors, pads and labor for all four brakes, then the quote you listed is average for local mechanics or shops. Dealerships would charge in excess of $500...
