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The window regulator and motor are the most likely causes of the window not going down. If you hear the motor running, but the window does not move, then the regulator is broken. If you do not hear the motor,...

Hi, it can be very hard to find holes in a tire sometimes as they can be very small. It is also possible that the Schrader valve on the tire is damaged and leaking air slowly. You can try putting...

This doesn't sound good. If the engine is loosing oil that fast there is a serious problem. If you have driven the car while it was very low on oil, the damage will be greater still. The engine has to...

Overheating can be caused by something as simple as low coolant level, or something as major as a blown head gasket, or a crack in the cylinder head or block. The cooling system should never be checked if the engine...

In the theft attempt, the internal mechanisms attached to the door handles may have become jarred loose, or broken. This will make the repair a little more difficult, but not impossible. Have a trained mechanic inspect the door and repair...

Hello. There can be several causes for a vehicle to lose power. It is possible that the crankshaft position sensor or camshaft position sensor have an intermittent problem. There could also be a problem with the mass airflow sensor being...

Hi, the car is still fairly new and it is rare for the ignition switch to fail so early. Does the security light on the dash light up and flash when trying to start the car? This would mean the...

Typically, the braking system friction material should be inspected at every tire rotation. The parking brake is integrated with the rear brake calipers. When the brake pad friction material wears down to a low measurement, or the pad's thickness warning...

The most common problem with this condition is a faulty crankshaft position sensor. It is located near the transmission and controls ignition timing. if this is bad you may have the engine stall and will not restart. I would recommend...

Hi there. A stuck thermostat will definitely cause your engine to overheat. When your heads warp because of this, it is necessary to take it to an engine machining shop in order for them to attempt to straighten out the...

Hi there. As you already know, replacing components without diagnoses can be expensive and time consuming without resolution. A faulty fuel injector(s) is a possibility but, the P0304 (#4 cylinder misfire) may be affecting other cylinders causing the P0300 (random...

Thank you for your inquiry. There are different options to take into consideration with diagnosing this issue. A restriction in the fuel delivery system is a likely cause. The fuel builds too slowly, enough to start the vehicle, but not...

The idle control valve on these vehicles are known to intermittently stick. The sticking would account for the intermitten stall you have encountered. Cleaning the valve may work but the best fix is to replace the valve since the sticking...

This is a common problem with the Ford Focus. Most likely, the ignition cylinder is bad and requires replacement. A certified technician, like one from YourMechanic, will be able to repair this for you.

The first thing to do is to repair third brake light and replace the brake light fuse and then see if the third brake lights work and the lower lights start working? If only the 3rd brake light starts working...

Hi, some of these engine cylinder heads were manufactured with a machining flaw that will leak coolant on the right side of the cylinder head. A coolant pressure test of the head will need to be done to verify the...

A common issue on the Accords is that the door latch wears out, and no longer opens with either handle. The door panel will have to be removed, and the door latch manually opened with a pick tool. This repair...

Hi there. This problem is caused by a lack of mobility in your ignition cylinder. The bumps on your key depress a series of channels in the cylinder in the correct combination in order for it to release it's locking...

Hi there. When you let your car sit for a long period of time the gasoline tends to lose its combustibility. Along with sediment settling in your tank this will cause your vehicle to not perform properly. Also a malfunction...

Hello there, thank you for asking about your 1994 Suzuki Samurai. If these accessories share a common ground, some corrosion may be connecting circuits that should not touch. You will want to hire the services of a technician experienced in...

The new transmission rebuild should not be slipping and for the amount of money it cost to get done i would recommend having the rebuilder test the computer for codes to the transmission shift solenoids and check fluid levels and...

Hi there. Due to the added stress and heat, an AC pump puts on your engine it is crucial that your AC fan to work properly. Since the relay has been replaced there is a strong possibility that the overheating...

Considering your symptoms, I would recommend a fuel and ignition systems inspection to be performed on your vehicle by a qualified professional. If the idle shake only happens after filling up the vehicle with fuel, the problem lies solely in...