Hello. Most likely you have a bad ground some place. Grounds for the lighting system will be in several different locations throughout the car. The combination switch inside your steering column is a common culprit. What is happening is electricity...
Depending on how the vehicle was hit, the steering gear may have been broken. I recommend having a mechanic, such as one from YourMechanic, check out your steering issue to identify and quote the repairs needed.
I would first try removing the accessory belt to pinpoint the issue. Once it's off, start the engine and check if the noise is still there. If it is gone then you'll know that the noise is one of the...
Hello, it sounds like you have a leaking injector. When you hold down the gas pedal, it puts the computer into clear flood mode and does not inject fuel into the engine. Once you clear the fuel, it starts and...
Hi and thanks for contacting YourMechanic. If the vehicle went into limp mode, then the computer is making this happen to prevent the engine from any damage. Check the camshaft sensor for proper timing to the camshaft. Look at the...
Hello there, a few common faults will cause your 2007 Chevrolet Colorado to have brake lights that do not illuminate. In many cases the bulbs are the most common failure, these bulbs are dual filament and are responsible for the...
Hi, thanks for writing in. I checked our aftermarket system and it does not list any recalls for the Hybrid system, but you should contact a local dealer to have them check to see if there is recalls that is...
Hello. There is no time frame to change these parts on your vehicle. The timing chain is not a wear part and the water pump only gets changed when it is leaking. Most of these water pumps last about 100,000...
This may be related to a faulty starter solenoid. The starter solenoid is located on the starter and has internal electrical contacts that transmit electricity to the starter. When this fails, it may cause a clicking sound and will not...
If prior to the work, no diagnostic trouble code was set (i.e., check engine light was not on) identifying a fault with the crankshaft position sensor, then the likelihood is they caused the problem. In any event, once the "cause"...
Unfortunately, the flow sensor is not serviceable on a do it yourself basis because the refrigerant has to be evacuated. Don't even think about trying it if you have never worked on a/c because you run a substantial risk of...
A synthetic blend refers to a blend of regular oil and synthetic oil. Adding regular oil to this oil will not in any way hurt your car's engine. You won't even have to worry about getting an oil change until...
Hi There, This 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. The coolant fan switch helps to maintain the proper coolant temperature by...
Hello - this is not a good idea for several reasons. Yes, exhaust fumes can really be pulled into the cabin by a window that is down, or through a rear hatch. In addition, the leaked exhaust, which is still...
Hello, and thank you for writing in. The ESP light seems to be out of place, and we need to make sure you do not have several issues going on at once. Typically it lights up when the system is...
An engine that cranks but doesn't start is lacking one or more of the following: compression, fuel, or spark. You need to check for each of the following to determine the cause. You can check fuel pressure using a dedicated...
I would need a little more information for a proper diagnosis, such as the location where the water is entering the vehicle, and whether or not your car has a sunroof. If you have a sunroof, the most common leak...
The circuit has to be restored to its original configuration particularly as you mention that a relay might have been removed. If you request an electrical circuit/component diagnostic the responding certified mechanic will compare the wiring diagram in the Factory...
Did your oil leak out from somewhere? Did your drain plug fall out? Did your engine have a major engine failure? I suspect the drain plug fell out on your engine. There have been incidents of the oil pan getting...
This light will usually come on when one of two things are happening. Either the motor is in fact low on oil or the oil pressure sending unit is not working properly and may be producing a faulty reading. In...
The antilock brake system (ABS) Warning Light is located on your instrument control panel. This alert illuminates when there is a problem with your ABS system, which is a key component in your brake system. However, sometimes the ABS Warning...
Hello, we will be happy to help you get rid of those woes. I'm assuming that the tire fell off which would cause a lot of damage especially to the side that contacted the ground. There's likely some broken or...
The fault is probably engine related. Loss of power on acceleration can be due to plugged fuel injectors, faulty oxygen sensors, fuel pump and/or filter, vacuum leaks including that caused by a faulty EGR system, ignition system malfunctions, bad valve...
