Hi there. Check the Idle Air Control valve and see if it is plugged or not working. The IAC valve controls the engine idle and when the vehicle is at a stop the idle can drop and cause the engine...
Hello, thank you for writing in. The engine is likely sensing an issue and compensating for it. When you restart the vehicle, the component may be passing its start up tests, and the engine stops trying to outperform itself. Start...
This can be caused by a number of things, such as low coolant levels, a faulty thermostat, or a failing coolant fan switch. As you may know, the coolant fan switch helps to maintain the proper coolant temperature by turning...
If your brake pedal is going to the floor and you are not losing any brake fluid from a leak then the problem is inside the master cylinder and will need to be replaced and system bleeding of air after...
Hi Wolton. Thanks for contacting us today. In most cases, the issues with CVT transmissions is related to damaged inner seals due in large part, to excessive heat build-up - which is why your symptoms appear in heavy traffic or...
I would recommend checking the Kelly Blue Book Value for your car which is relevant to your particular zip code. This should give you an indication of generally what the car is worth. You will of course want to discount...
Hi there. This could be normal operation, but the cooling fans could be starting to have issues. Perform a visual inspection of the cooling fans to make sure when they come on that they operate properly; they should move a...
I recommend having a certified technician, such as one from YourMechanic, come out to your car's location to run a diagnostic inspection of your oil leak, and suggest the best path to repair.
Hi, thanks for writing in. This is usually a sign of a faulty starter relay. This is a small switch that directs power from the battery to the starter to allow it to engage when you turn the key. When...
This may suggest your brake booster is failing. The brake booster is a mechanism that uses vacuum pressure to take the force being applied to the brake pedal and amplify it. If the booster is bad, then the full amount...
Hello. Thank you for writing in. There are several components that may cause the steering to be loose or jerky. The first thing to do is check the power steering fluid color and level. Make sure its clean and topped...
It may be possible the new batteries were not installed properly or the circuit boards inside the key fobs may be damaged. You can try another set of new batteries and make sure to follow the symbols on the inside...
You may have a faulty throttle position sensor that is causing a jerk when accelerating or erratic idle. Have the computer scanned to look at codes and data from the throttle position sensor for a good closed throttle position and...
Hello, thanks for writing in about your Ford F-150. You will need to scan the computer to see if there is codes for the crankshaft or camshaft sensor. If you'd like to have this fixed, consider YourMechanic, as a certified...
Whatever is causing your car to run rough is probably also causing it to drink gas. Look under the hood for any vacuum lines that may be off or in bad condition. It's surprising how many problems you can solve...
If the split seal on the air intake is after the MAF (Mass Airflow Sensor), it will cause this problem. When you give the motor a lot of throttle, a much larger amount begins to flow into the motor. This...
This indicates there is a problem in the supplemental restraint system (SRS).The clockspring is one of the most common points of failure on these vehicles, but there are countless other potential causes. The problem could be anything from an faulty...
I would use a fluid extractor to drain the fluid out through the dip stick hole and then replace the oil filter and refill the oil. By doing it this way you can change the oil without removing the oil...
Hello. Coolant leaks can come from so many different spots on your car. The most common that I have seen is the water pump, the radiator, or one of the heater hoses. A mechanic would either do a cooling system...
