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Cooling system leaks will only get worse over time. Please note the cooling system should never be opened or checked with the engine hot or while the system is pressurized or serious injury could occur. If the leak source is...

If you smell fuel then do not try and drive the vehicle since it may have a fuel leak and may catch fire. You should have a mechanic like one from YourMechanic come to you and check the car for...

Hi. Unfortunately, the keyless entry system needs to be replaced from the dealership. They will have to reprogram the ECM to accept a new keyless Smart Device and will have to be performed by a dealer specific scan tool. I...

Hi Halley: There could be multiple issues that are causing the ticking sound on your 2012 Chevy Cruze. Before you make the decision to take it to the dealership and replace the turbo, please contact one of our local mechanics...

Hi there. The fuel pump could have failed due to crystallization of the fuel if there is too much water in the fuel). I recommend putting a treatment of water separator in the fuel tank and let it sit for...

Hello! We really need to know the conditions when the car shakes. If it is at idle and the engine runs normally, you may have a bad motor mount. If the engine runs poorly, then it will need to be...

If the AC is only blowing hot air then most of the time it is because the AC compressor is not turning on. The compressor will not turn on for a number of reasons, but the most common is low...

Hi there: Typically a dashboard warning light is an indication that the ECU has detected a fault of some type of an electrical or mechanical component. If the electric power steering light is illuminated, it's likely that one of the...

This may be likely related to a fuel pump issue or lack of fuel pressure. Low fuel pressure is something that can cause your car to struggle to idle or even stall when driving. This will also cause the Check...

A failed alternator is a possibility, and is among the components that would be checked first, but it is not the only possibility. Charging system output should be verified against factory specifications. To have the alternator inspected and replaced, if...

Although I would need a bit more information for a specific diagnosis, there are a few things that can make the vehicle feel jerky: Broken or worn engine and transmission mounts allow too much movement under the hood. While...

A few different things can cause the vehicle to have camshaft sensor codes. The most common would be the failure with the camshaft sensor, timing chain damage, improper timing, or a wiring issue. The Check Engine Light should illuminate when...

Hi there. The Check Engine Light should stay illuminated until the vehicle is running. So, your light being on while cranking is normal. However, if the light was on before when the engine was running, diagnostic trouble codes may be...

Hello. It sounds like you may have some problems with the seat on you car. Sometimes the motor that actuates the seat can burn out. I would recommend having a technician from YourMechanic come out and inspect the seat, and...

The front cup holders are located next to the shift lever.

Hi there. Check the clutch to see if it is slipping. When a clutch slips, the engine will continue to operate but the transmission will not drive under a load. If the clutch is new and the noise is still...

From what you've described, you may have a bad crankshaft sensor. You'll know if this is the case once you run a scan test to get sensor data. The sensor may not be sending a crankshaft signal to the computer....

Hi. If the engine will turn over and try to start, then it may be a problem with fuel pressure or one of the engine sensors. It is common for the fuel pump to fail as well as the crank...

Hi Harlie. Thanks for contacting us today. In some cases, an acceleration problem accompanied by a knocking sound might be caused by low engine oil levels, loose cylinder head lifters or perhaps an engine misfire. This might also be the...

Hi there. I would recommend having a technician come out and replace the knock sensor on the car. The knock sensor is on the engine block and detects if there is a misfire in the engine or a spark knock....

There is a release mechanism under the hood, but it may be difficult to locate and manipulate. Often, the mechanism needs to be lubricated once it does release. I highly suggest having a trained mechanic, like the ones we have...

From what you've described you'll need to remove the spark plugs and have a compression test done. It sounds like you may have bent the valves in the motor when the timing belt broke. I'd suggest having this looked...