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...
Assuming you are referring to the engine motor oil, this is not likely something that would cause an engine to fail instantly. As you may know, the motor oil is what lubricates all of the moving parts inside your engine....
If the starter cranks, this is the same thing as turning over. If the starter is working just fine but the engine will not run, the cause of this is ignition or fuel related. I would recommend having your ignition...
Hello. Most of the time, this issue is due to the ignition switch. The lock cylinder will not typically cause this. I usually remove the lock cylinder and make sure it moves freely when it is removed. If it does,...
A no start condition on a vehicle can be caused by many things, but with very limited information, it is nearly impossible to know the problem. Potential causes can be an ignition issue, fuel, timing, a computer issue, etc. Because...
Hello. If this issue has occurred ever since the work was done then I would suspect that there is something that was not installed correctly. If you are getting noise also then the ABS wheel speed sensor may be contacting...
The immobilizer may be preventing the engine from starting. If the security warning light is on constantly while you are trying to start the car, please refer to YourMechanic's immobilizer tutorial - suggestions for disabling. If you cannot disable the...
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...
The shifting is controlled by the transmission control module and if the shift light is flashing then the module is detecting a problem in one of the sensors (like a speed sensor which will cause the module to set a...
Hello, thanks for writing in about your 2001 Grand Cherokee. It is possible that a cracked flywheel will make noise and also cause the crank position sensor to be given bad information. That may be the source of the Check...
The EVAP system prevents the escape of fuels vapors from the vehicle's fuel system. There can be as many as 10 different codes to the emission control purge system. The code that is received will need to be diagnosed before...
Hello. It is possible that your axle is worn out, but it is unusual for an axle to grind. What is more likely is that the right front caliper is locking up, or that a wheel bearing has gone bad....
The previous owner might have modified the air intake (a box like component holds the intake filter) but the noise you are referring to is probably caused by a defective exhaust and/or aftermarket exhaust parts which result in excessive noise....
This may be a sign of a failing idle air control valve. The idle air control valve monitors the air intake as it is mixed with fuel prior to being injected into the engine. This valve is controlled by the...
Your truck ride height is set from the factory and any modifications could jeopardize your vehicle warranty. Lets look at some pros and cons if you alter the front end ride height. Pros: The truck will look more level...
The piston rods that connect to the crankshaft are most likely bent. The bent rods will cause the engine to not turn over. The engine may need to be replaced.
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...
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...
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...
Hi Elishea. Thanks for contacting us today. Generally speaking, the rear differential has no impact on the steering of the vehicle, so it's quite possible that adding the fluid to the rear differential is not the source of this noise....
Hello, thanks for writing in about your 1990 Toyota Cressida. The transmission is most likely the issue in this case. The fluid level and condition need to be checked. If the fluid level is extremely dark or exhibits a burnt...
Hello. This can be caused by a few different things. Most of the time it is caused by the needs for a tune-up or a fuel system problem. Both of these will cause the car to run this way. I...
Hi there. As long as the motor mounts are for a big block, and the flywheel and transmission were originally designed for a big block GM, you should't have any problems with that engine swap.
