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Hello. If unplugging the MAF sensor causes the engine to run better then there is a secondary air leak into the engine. This means that there is a vacuum leak from someplace. Most of the time on this engine it...

I am imagining that your driveway is on a steep hill and you are backing out uphill. If that is the case, I would expect that you would have to step on the gas to make the car go backwards....

Hello. The first thing that I would suggest that you do is have an inspection of the electrical charging system completed. It is possible that the alternator is working intermittently. There are brushes inside of the alternator that conduct electricity....

Hello. If the front wheel caved in then it may be possible that the wheel bearing that was freshly installed may have come undone or let go. This can happen if the wheel bearing was not installed correctly. The same...

Hi There, Depending on how long and how hard the motor was run at that speed in second gear, you may have damaged internal engine components. This may or may not be related to the oil light coming on. The...

Hi, thanks for writing in. I'd be happy to help. Once the check engine light is on, the computer memory will need to be cleared. This has to be done with a computer scanner hooked to the OBD-II connector. If...

Your car’s headlights have vents built into them. This is necessary to deal with changes in pressure. If the lenses were completely sealed, it’s possible that pressure could build up and crack the lens. Because of this, it’s possible that...

Before driving, you will need to shift your car out of P. To do so, simply apply the brake pedal, and move the shifter.

The ticking noise may be from the valve train. Whenever there is inadequate oil in an engine, the valve train may run dry and that will cause noise. If damage occurs due to that lack of oil, the noise could...

Hey there, thank you for writing in about your 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. In accordance with the schedule of your vehicle the transmission fluid and filter should be changed every 50,000 miles. If you'd like to have your transmission fluid serviced,...

Hi there. I'll be glad to help you on your brake question for your 2006 Volvo. You are right, even if you have not looked at your brakes frankly (you should be a Mechanic!). That is, you cannot just throw...

This is a common sign of a failing CV joint. A CV (Constant Velocity) joint is a shaft that connects the transmission to the wheels, essentially transferring the power from the drive train directly to the wheels. The CV joint...

You can try it but a new relay is pretty cheap and you'll spare yourself the question of whether it is good or not. If the fuel pump turns out to be bad, then I would put a new pump...

Hello. This may be related to what is called a throttle position sensor. This is a small sensor inside the intake system of your car that monitors the position of your foot on the gas pedal and relays this information...

I would recommend contacting your local Honda dealership. If any place would be certified to do such a thing, the dealership would likely be one of them. As for the drum brakes, the drums will be measured with a digital...

Hi, thanks for writing in. Prior to further diagnostics you should install the spark plugs that are referred to in the factory service manual and/or obtain the plugs from a GM dealer. Installing alternative aftermarket plugs with different gaps, materials,...

A transmission has many parts both mechanical and electronic. If your transmission is making noises, it is going to need internal work done to it. A rebuild will fix the issue with the transmission. As for the ABS Light being...

If a car cranks and doesn't start, I would typically check the spark and fuel, either of which could be the cause of your problem. If everything tests out ok and the truck still doesn't start, then I would suspect...

Hello. Thank you for writing in. There are several components that may cause a hard-start. First we need to determine if the engine is cranking at a normal speed, and it is taking a while for the engine to turn...

The failure was most likely caused by water intrusion. Dodge has released customer satisfaction letter L04 that outlines the issue that you have experienced. The letter states that vehicles shipped to cold weather climates allow water ingression; thus causing wear...

A common failure in your engine is the intake manifold and intake plenum gaskets. When this happens coolant will leak under where the throttle body is located. I would recommend having a certified mechanic, such as one from YourMechanic, inspect...

Check to ensure that you installed the correct spark plugs and they match the ones you took out. The new replacement plugs should be iridium type and will last up to 100000 miles. If you put in the incorrect plugs,...