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Check to see if hose hooks to the air cleaner assembly? As far as the 4x4 not shifting you may have a transfer case not shifting internally and will cause the problem. Have a mechanic like one from YourMechanic check...

Hi Jerry. Thanks for writing in today. I am a fan of this brand of brake system components. However, in regards to being "better" than OEM, that's a very difficult question to provide a straight and clear answer. Generally speaking,...

It seems like your issue isn't going to be resolved without the dealership. However, there may be a couple of things we can do to resolve your issue. I will go through a couple of steps and hopefully it will...

Hi! It sounds as if you have an exhaust leak. The leak is likely from a cracked header, or a faulty exhaust gasket; a smoke machine can be used to help identify the exact leak location. I recommend that a...

Hello, thank you for writing in. The vehicle is likely having a couple of separate issues. The squealing when cold is typically caused by the belts being cold and brittle after sitting for a while in chilly conditions. You will...

There are numerous possible things that can create this condition. The first thing we consider with a twenty year old vehicle is the timing belt. A seasoned technician can tell by simply cranking the motor. It will make a distinct...

The computer has detected the fuel cap is loose or you have a leak in the evaporative gas tank vapor control system. If gas cap is tight and not off or loose then you will need to have the system...

Hi there. Typically, when a vehicle is hard to ignite, it's related to ignition timing. However, there is no need to spend $2,500 from the dealership on that type of repair. The best thing you can do is contact one...

There are a few different places that can cause a power steering leak. The fluid can leak from a power steering pump, the fluid lines, a steering rack, or even a power steering cooler. What you need to understand is,...

Hi there. Check all the fluids on your vehicle. Depending on what kind of service was performed on your vehicle will depend on what happened to your vehicle. If you had the engine oil changed, then make sure that the...

As for your power steering issue, it sounds like you might have a leak on your rack and pinion if it only leaks during hard turns. I would recommend having an oil/fluid leak inspection performed on your vehicle to determine...

Check the vehicles engine mounts. A failed engine mount may cause extra vibrations from the engine to make their way through the car and become very noticeable. Check your service history as well to be sure your maintenance is up...

You will need to have the engine scanned for codes and diagnosed for loss of spark or fuel. Your water pump is driven by the timing belt, and if the belt broke or water pump seized, then you may have...

Generally, the check engine light comes on when something fairly serious is going on with the vehicle. This can happen for many different reasons such as a faulty mass air flow sensor, a faulty O2 sensor, a bad catalytic converter,...

Hello - according to Suzuki, all of their engines are interference. The timing belt replacement interval is being revised to 60,000 kilometers; more like 40K miles. So, caution for replacing the timing belt earlier than expected. If you need assistance...

It sounds like you have two separate issues. First it seems like you have a drain on your battery, or the battery is simply just bad and due for replacement. Your second issue of jumping in place and eventually stalling...

This may be related to a short or a faulty instrument cluster voltage regulator. The instrument voltage regulator regulates the voltage supplied to the various gauges in your vehicle’s dash. When this is not working properly, this may cause the...

Hi there: When it comes to buying brake pads, to be completely honest, almost every aftermarket part made today will be fine for your application. In regards to personal preference, I'm a fan of OEM brake pads and rotors, especially...

The brake pedal becoming hard to push while the engine is off is a sure sign of a normal brake booster and one way check valve. Make sure there is no air in the brake system. It sounds like you...

Hi. It sounds like you are having a problem with the clutch hydraulic system. If the clutch appears to be engaging and not slipping then the hydraulic system is not fully disengaging the clutch which makes it hard to change...

It could be that you have a problem with the throttle motor. Gone are the days when the link between the pedal and the engine was a physical cable. The movement of the throttle valve is now done by a...

Hi there. I'm not quite sure as to what you're asking, but if your master cylinder (brakes) is low on brake fluid, it's possible that you have a brake leak somewhere that should be located and repaired as soon as...

Hey there, thanks for writing in about your 2006 Land Rover LR3. Unfortunately, this is a specialized service only available through Land Rover service centers, and not a cost estimate readily available to us here at YourMechanic. I recommend requesting...

Hi there. It would seem unusual, after replacing your vehicle alternator and battery, it would stall when put into drive. There is a possibility, the ECM (Engine Control Module) needs to relearn idle speed. Many vehicle engine computers have adaptive...