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It runs good when its cold then dies when warm let it cool off runs and drives fine
Heat changes the electrical resistance, and thence operation, of electrical components. That is possibly the underlying issue. The way to diagnose this is immediately after the shut down. If the vehicle is not starting at all, once hot, a no...
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Transaxle makes a loud grinding noise when you accelerate
Of course, first check the fluid level to be sure it is not low but if you are already hearing significant noise, there is probably mechanical damage that will have to be repaired. The problem has to be evaluated during...
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I can not get my steering wheel unlocked
To me it sound like your steering wheel is binding. Try to turn the steering wheel while turning the key. This should unlock the steering. If this doesn't work and you're still unable to get it unlocked then I'd recommend...
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Have a 2002 Chrysler Sebring convertible with airbag light on and horn doesn't work. If the problem is in the steering what would
Hi there. Some airbag light issues are related to wiring problems under seats that are constantly moving. This is more of an issue with side impact airbags than any other type of airbag but it would still trigger the error...
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How do I correctly wear a seat belt?
Seat belts are extremely important safety features that can reduce injuries and prevent death in the event of an accident. However, wearing a seat belt properly is very important, or else you may not get the full benefit of the...
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Changed heads and now it won't start. Dodge dealer said no compression
Hi there. For the valve seats to drop out of the cylinder head(s), the engine overheat must of been severe. Assuming you followed proper procedure replacing the cylinder heads. This would lead me to believe it to be the compression...
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Asd relay clicking it wont start
Hello. On your particulate vehicle you should be able to disarm the anti-theft by either locking/ unlocking the driver's door or unlocking the liftgate with the key. If doing it that way does not disable the alarm system you may...
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Rattling from whole front side underneath car becomes louder when driving bumpy roads
Noises in the front suspension are usually a result of worn out rubber parts. There are many moving parts connecting the wheels to the car and in most cases there is a rubber or plastic part at the point of...
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My car was only serviced in May 2012 Corsa why would the oil light b coming on.
Hi there: If you had to add 2 liters of oil to your Corsa, that's most likely an indication that you have a low oil pressure issue, that not enough oil was added during the oil change or an oil...
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Car not starting.
There are a few different scenarios that could contribute to your car not starting. The first piece of information that I would need to know is the condition of the battery. If the battery is unable to hold a charge...
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Car stalls at 30-40mph and then drops to 10mph - 2011 Porsche Panamera
Start with the problem code from engine: is it the camshaft position sensor, camshaft timing actuator, or something else? The symptoms you describe could certainly be caused by a failure of the camshaft timing mechanism. A YourMechanic professional can help...
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My truck turns off even after i have started it
You haven't said whether it can be restarted and driven, so I don't have a lot to go on. But one thing you can easily check for is vacuum leaks. Any air that gets into the engine without going through...
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Front wheels don’t feel stable when driving . Black fluid coming out of both front tires, have taken it in twice for tire balance
If you are getting fluid from the tires themselves then someone put in a flat tire sealer to stop leaks and this will cause the tires to not balance out and will leak out fluid from tires. Have tires checked...
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I have a Toyota Corolla 2004 and it will star but shuts off quickly. My oil is very low and there appears to be oil on top of wher
Hi there. In most cases when white smoke comes out of the exhaust pipe, it indicates that there is radiator coolant mixed with the engine oil. This is usually the result of an overheating situation which damages the head gasket...