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If your vehicle is experiencing intermittent problems with the headlights, there is probably some sort of electrical problem present somewhere. That particular year and model is known display symptoms such as the ones you describe, when the Central Timer Module...

There is a technical service bulletin (TSB) pertaining to a clicking or thud type noise when turning that may pertain to your vehicle. The TSB number 14-ST-002-1 dated May 2014 is to address the clicking or thud issue by replacing...

The radiator fan is computer controlled and you would need to have the computer scanned to see if the fan is having a computer or sensor problem or the fan relay is stuck in the on position. The fan has...

Each car is required to have a unique vehicle identification number (VIN). This is used for a very wide range of things, from your title to your insurance and much more. Without a VIN, your car is likely not insurable....

Hello there, thank you for asking about your 1999 Nissan Altima. You need to fix any vacuum leak where un-metered air is getting in to the intake manifold. The additional air getting into the engine will cause the lean codes....

Your wiper blades might not seem like the most critical component of your car, but there’s no doubt they’re vital when it starts raining. Checking their condition is very important. Here’s how to do it: Spray the windshield with...

Your tires will need to be replaced multiple times during the life of your ownership. There’s no way around that, unless you just don’t drive the car. Your wheels should last the life of the car, though. With that being...

Replacing the starter can be a bit of a tricky job as it is located usually down on the driver's side of the motor underneath the exhaust manifold on the side of the engine block. It is mounted very close...

The first thing to do is remove the installed lock to see if the lock is seized or the latch is broken and needs replaced. If after the lock and latch is fixed then recheck the theft system to see...

Hello, thanks for writing in to YourMechanic. The fuel pump relay is the orange relay located in the e-box. If you're uncomfortable with this repair, you may want to consider having a professional from YourMechanic come to your location to...

Driving your Civic is just like driving any other car, but there are a few specific steps you should take before hitting the road (in the Civic or any other vehicle). Here’s what Honda recommends you do before dropping it...

Your car’s multi-information display (if so equipped) is the key to using the HandsFreeLink® (HFL) system to answer calls. Here’s how to read the display: The top of the screen shows a number of icons, including: Roaming...

Hey there. You will need to not drive the vehicle if it is overheating since you may do engine damage if you overheated it. Have the system pressure tested and leak detected to see if the water pump is leaking...

Your car’s tire pressure monitoring system is designed to track the pressure in all four tires and alert you if one (or more) of them drops below the safe threshold. If the Low Tire Pressure light in the dash comes...

Water is like electricity. It follows the path of least resistance. Manufacturers have learned to make water flow over or through the car easily to keep it from getting to the interior. Hearing water sloshing inside any of the doors...

Considering that the price to replace your engine and the cost to purchase a new vehicle are in the same price range, I would choose the option that takes less time. This will remove this headache from your life sooner....

Hi there. It is quite possible that the electrical harness to the thermostat is faulty or you have an obstruction of coolant inside the radiator or cooling system that is causing an actual temperature flux as you are describing. It...

It sounds like you are saying that while the engine is running, you can actually disengage the clutch such that you can switch gears, but there is no engagement upon release of the clutch . If there is a visible...

Hi there. The OEM replacement fuel pump for a 2005 Chevrolet Venture is GM Part No.: 19180125. I think you'll find that if you have one of our professional mobile mechanics come to your location and complete the fuel pump...

If your car is a victim of a flood, it is going to experience a myriad of problems for many years. When water gets into electronic modules, what occurs is unpredictable and difficult to fix. In most cases, a car...

There are many questions that should be answered before diagnosing this type of question. Does the key not turn the ignition, or does the ignition turn but the engine will not crank, or does the engine crank but with no...