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The life of a clutch depends on several variables. Of course, the type of driving is going to have an impact on the life expectancy, so is the way the driver uses the clutch. If the car is driven hard,...

Hi there. Even though you recently rebuilt the carburetor it sounds like that is the issue. Prior to replacing it I would first check the fuel pressure. If it is fine then the accelerator pump in the carburetor is either...

Hi there. The dreaded rotten egg smell is caused by either a clutch that is damaged or the catalytic converter that needs to be replaced. I would recommend before you take your car to any repair facility or attempt any...

Hi there. Sounds to me that you are experiencing 1 of 2 things. Either you have a faulty ignition cylinder, or your "Park" setting is not fully engaging. I would recommend having a certified mechanic diagnose your key not turning...

You could have a bent rim or a bent hub. I would have the rim and hub checked to see which one is bent. I would recommend having a mechanic, like the certified ones at YourMechanic, come and check it...

A starter like any other mechanical and electrical part is subject to failing sometimes for no apparent reason. However, sometimes this is misdiagnosed as well and often times mistaken for something much more simple like a fuse or starter relay....

Tire inflation, whether high or low, does not affect the basic operation of the hydraulic brake system. Tire inflation could have some effect on stopping distances though. Reliable, safe brakes are very important, of course, and so to get the...

Hello. Thanks for writing in. The vehicle's malfunction with the exhaust system has likely caused the catalytic converter to fail. Unless there is a foreign object in the tail pipe clogging the airflow, it is the catalytic converter which is...

The check engine light came on indicating a problem and the vehicle went into limp home mode. Once you turned off the car and turned it back on the problem was not present and the computer resumed normal operation. Thei...

Hi there. I have taught automotive technology and I can tell you that you can work while training in most programs. You will find that body repair and automotive repair are two separate programs. The automotive repair program, for the...

I think that there may be some misunderstanding about exactly what was done. Replacing a crankshaft would be a major operation that would cost thousands of dollars. So I think there might have been something else going on. I certainly...

The factory theft deterrent system can be frustrating, as it prevents the owner from driving their own vehicle when it is activated. With your Chevy Malibu, there can be a few different reasons that can cause this, such as a...

The voice command system allows you to create memos, so that you can make notes or pen your thoughts while driving. Creating a memo takes a few steps. Press the voice command button, wait until you hear the beep,...

If you overfilled the oil the crankshaft could contact the oil in the pan and cause the oil to foam up and cause engine to suck in the aerated oil into the oil pump and this could cause bearings to...

Hi there, thanks for writing in. If the engine had non-fouler plugs in it then you need to do a compression test. If the engine is worn then it will need these plugs and may not be able to produce...

Hi Lazaro. Thanks for contacting us tonight. There is a procedure for testing the ignition coils, but we can't post that here - as it's listed in the service and repair manual for your vehicle, with imagery that really helps...

Hello. From what you describe it would appear that your vehicle is in some sort of limp mode. If the computer detects a serious issue with the engine management or transmission system it will put the vehicle in a power...