There are many potential causes for your overheating concern. The engine gets hotter in stop and go traffic because air is not being forced into the radiator the way it is at higher speeds. Since you said the water pump...
Are talking about a piece of the water pump or the mounting flange where the water pump bolts, too? If it is the water pump, then just make sure the piece did not fall into an engine open hole. Use...
This may suggest that the instrument gauge cluster is failing or that the odometer has been tampered with. I would recommend taking it into the dealership to have it tested for proper voltage. You may also want to check the...
Hi Destiny. I can forward your inquiry to our service and sales department, but can't supply emails through this platform. Here is what these codes indicate. P1135 and the P1130 indicates that the Bank 1 Sensor 1 (the one on...
Inasmuch as the check engine light has illuminated, diagnostic trouble codes have been stored in your car's engine computer (PCM) and those codes, once downloaded, will probably reveal at least the general cause of the problem you are having. If...
Hi. You could have several problems here. Check the battery for corroded connections by inspecting the battery clamps, and also looking to see if there is a white residue on the cable material near the clamp. If corrosion is present,...
The cause of this issue could vary depending on the type of vehicle that you have. My best recommendation would be to have a qualified professional inspect your vehicle to determine the exact cause of this issue. Consider YourMechanic as...
A rough idle may be caused by many different things such as low fuel pressure, low voltage to the fuel injectors, dirty fuel injectors, a vacuum leak, a faulty Oxygen sensor or a dirty or failing idle air control valve....
Be sure the warning light pertains only to the parking brake and not, in addition, the brake fluid level. If the warning light pertains only to the parking brake system, that system has a switch that could be sticking in...
Hi there - the security system is now active, but this sounds more like the car battery has died (sputtering, then dead engine). Have the car battery checked, possible something electrical left on overnight, or battery is just old? Try...
If the issue did not exist prior to the rebuild, it is likely the transmission was not properly rebuilt (not unusual because rebuilding a transmission is highly detailed, exacting work, plus a really good rebuild will incorporate all the design...
If you were driving and your engine stopped abruptly then you may have broke a timing chain and engine seized. You will need to first try and jump start the engine to see if it will turn? If you just...
Hi Ebony. Thanks for contacting us today. There are several possible issues that could cause this problem, ranging from a damaged shift solenoid to low transmission fluid due to an internal or external fluid leak. The best advice we can...
Your vehicle has two different air intake modes: outside air, and recirculated air. To switch between the two, press the recirculation button on the climate control settings. When the indicator comes on, the system is in recirculated air mode, and...
Hi there. Sorry, but unfortunately, we don't service those types of vehicles. You might be better served to contact a local commercial or diesel mechanic to receive advice about this type of engine swap. Good luck.
The radiator on these vehicles are known to spring leaks at the tanks on the radiator. The radiator needs to be replaced. The a/c would need to be checked to see if the problem was related to the radiator leaking...
The anti-theft system may be experiencing a fault, and in most cases, will store a code pointing to the problem component. Your symptoms are also close to those of a failing starter assembly. In this case, the vehicle may start...
Hi, thanks for writing in. Generally speaking, if a vehicle is taking a long time to get to operating temperature you have a thermostat that is stuck open. You can replace it and it will fix your problem. Also, if...
Hi there, thanks for writing in about your 2003 Hyundai Elantra. It sounds like the starter pinion or flywheel gear that it engages have worn out causing the metal grating noise you mention. If you want to have this checked,...
There are a number of things that may cause the car to hesitate when accelerating such as low fuel pressure, a dirty or faulty mass air flow sensor, clogged or dirty fuel injectors, a faulty throttle position sensor or potentially...
The differential fluid change is generally something that is pre-designated by the manufacturer according to the factory and is recommended to be changed at specific service intervals. The brakes needing to be replaced are generally based upon a measurement of...
Hello, Unfortunately, your vehicle information did not come through to our website, so we are unsure as to the vehicle you are referring to. Depending on the motor you swapped with the S10 motor, and assuming you have the correct...
Hi there. In most cases, the front half of the vehicle is similar in dimensions for both sedans and coupe's of the same model. However, what can vary is the location of bolt holes and brackets for installation. In order...
