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It's true that you have no CV joints in your Crown Victoria, instead it uses a live rear axle, also called a solid rear axle. You are most likely hearing the sway bar bushings in the front rattling and squeaks...

You need to check for battery voltage on the red wire to the coil with the key in the on position and then check the same wire when you go to the crank position. If either one is not as...

Billing question sent to CS for the cost of repairing a plugged up fuel system on a 2014 Porsche Panamera.

I would definitely stay clear from cars from the '90's. A lot of them had horrible transmissions. They weren't that great cars. Lot of them rusted out, too. But for a 2000's car, the later ones and mid-to-late ones can...

When an intake manifold gasket fails, it can leak coolant into the engine and contaminate the engine oil, so in some cases it will be necessary to change the oil in conjunction with this service. Vehicles with plastic intake manifolds...

Although I cant fully diagnose this issue with the information provided, I can say that both of the O2 sensors that are after the catalytic converters, should be stable under normal conditions. Your engine load at idle seems higher than...

Hi there. If the starter was replaced, first check the battery cables to the starter and make sure that they are tight. If the cables are tight, then the issue could be that the clutch may have broke causing the...

Hi Jessica. Thanks for the question today. A Hybrid has a unique fuel filtration system that is not like standard gasoline-powered vehicles. Our fuel filter replacement service is for the standard unleaded gasoline engines and not the Hybrid models -...

Overheating can be caused by a number of things such as low coolant levels, a faulty thermostat, a clogged radiator or a failing coolant fan switch. As you may know the coolant fan switch helps to maintain the proper coolant...

Hi there. Try reprogramming the key fob to your vehicle. Click here to view the procedure on reprogramming your key fob. If the key is programmed to your vehicle, then the immobilizer controller may need to be replaced. I recommend...

Your automatic transmission fluid should be checked monthly to ensure that it remains at the right level. Checking it is almost as simple as checking your oil level. Here’s what you’ll need to do: Park the car so it’s...

If the noise is constant, it may be the bearings. If the noise is only when braking, the noise may be brake related. Bearings typically make roaring/howling noises, while brakes typically make squeaking/grinding noises. A test drive and visual inspection...

Hi there. Typically a bad motor mount will make a clunking sounds as the vehicle begins to accelerate or decelerate. The grinding sound while acceleration and turning is a common symptom of a bad or failing wheel bearing as you've...

For a more complete answer I would need a bit more information. Various components of the car can cause a difficult start up and not actually trigger a check engine light. The fuel pump, spark plugs, starter and Crank...

Any unusual braking occurrences should be viewed as potentially serious. However, the symptom you describe is more indicative of a common issue Toyota had with the Tundra, causing them to issue a on it. It has to do with replacing...

If you request a parasitic power draw diagnostic the responding certified mechanic will track this down for you and let you know of the required repair. First, the battery needs to be load tested to exclude the possibility that you...

Hey there, thanks for writing in. You would need to have it metal clamped or welded on at an exhaust shop. Welding it will give you a better seal if the rest of the pipe is not damaged or rusted....

Be sure any engine immobilizer system (security system) is not activated, thus preventing the car from starting. "New" batteries are not necessarily fully charged when you buy them over the counter. Consequently, it has to be confirmed that the battery...

Hello. From your description, it sounds like you are referring to the turbo intercooler. It is common over time for oil to build up in here due to wear in the turbo charger. I usually check the oil in the...

Most of the time you will want to go with the manufacturer's recommendation for oil change intervals. However, if the oil change interval is a very high number such as one with five digits, I certainly dont think it would...

Depending on whether or not any fluid was spilled or if you have a leak somewhere, this may cause the car to smell a bit like transmission fluid. Assuming you did not spill and you do not have any leaks,...

Thank you for your inquiry. If the window will not go up or down easily, or seems to shift during operation, the window regulator may have a mechanical failure. This includes a broken mechanical connection to the glass or even...