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The noise you hear may be the flywheel and torque convertor making a rattling knocking noise. The noise may come and go when you put it in and out of gear. If this is the case the manufacturer recommends the...

Check your transmission fluid level. If it is low, have the leaks repaired and fluid added. If the fluid is full, you likely have internal transmission problems and will require a new/rebuild transmission. A trained technician, such as one from...

Hello. If your vehicle's dephaser pulley is having issues, it may have a dramatic effect on the engine's emissions levels, which are a part of the MOT test. The MOT test looks at safety, roadworthiness, and exhaust emissions levels. ...

Hello. When a vehicle sits for this long there can be a number of issues keeping it from starting and running right. You do need to replace the battery, and you should replace all of the fluids before starting it...

Those codes are mostly for the transmission control module. I would have a technician come out and test fuses and check voltages and look for a shorted wire. It will probably be a 20 amp fuse for the ECM. If...

These are all signs of a failing battery. You will need to have the battery tested. When the battery fails, the vehicle will attempt to run off of the alternator, which can cause it to stress and fail as well....

The most common problem with this car making noise when stopping is problems with the brake pads and rotors. I would have a technician come out and inspect the brakes and pull the codes off of the computer to make...

A rattling sound from under the car could be a loose heat shield. But then again, it could be many other things. I suggest having a certified technician, such as one from YouMechanic, inspect your vehicle firsthand.

Hello. Unfortunately this is a common issue on your car. It is typically always a head gasket problem. The head gaskets had a design flaw that would cause them to fail and allow coolant to enter the engine and you...

The door seal is known to hit the trim panel on door closure. This can cause high effort to close the door. The fix is to remove the door seal and adjust the panel fold inward and reinstall the door...

It sounds like your serpentine belt is broken. You can inspect the belt under the hood in front one the motor. If the belt is OK you may have a bad power steering pump. I recommend having a technician come...

Engine misfires can be caused by a list of problems, but there are a few suspects that occur more than others. The primary culprits are simple – spark or fuel – usually manifesting in spark plugs, plug wires, the coil(s)...

Convertible tops have a few different motors and switches that must all work together or the top just won't work correctly, if it isn't working at all check for a mechanical blockage or maybe a failed fuse, if it isn't...

Hi there. It is very possible that your ignition lock cylinder is damaged; especially if the key gets stuck and the gear is hard to shift. Most ignition systems have a built-in safety device that does not allow the car...

If your blower does not work at all, there could be several issues. The two most common are the blower motor itself begin bad, and the other is the blower motor resistor. The resistor is what controls the speeds of...

It sounds like your car cranks but isn's starting, if that's the case it's missing one of the three requirements for combustion; compression, fuel, ignition. If, while cranking, the car sounds like it always has and not much faster than...

Hello there, thank you for asking about your 1998 Dodge Durango. If the battery installed in your car is the correct size, fully charged, and it passes a load test, the only way the battery can lose so much stored...

Sometimes a battery can be so undercharged that no matter what battery is trying to jump it, it just wont be enough. I recommend having your battery replaced or having a mechanic, like one from YourMechanic, try jumping the battery...

If your window has fallen, the problem is likely with the window regulator or track. A qualified technician, such as one from YourMechanic, can removed the door panel to diagnose and repair your window problem.

How many miles are on your car? High mileage cars can have worn out ignition components causing a weak spark at startup or weak motor mounts might make vibrations more noticeable, I would recommend a mechanic from YourMechanic look into...

Hi. An illuminated dashboard charging light is almost a sure sign that the alternator needs to be replaced. If the light is not on and you suspect a problem with the alternator, there are a few ways to test it....

You didn't say whether your truck is manual or automatic, but I'm going to assume it's a manual. Most likely, the problem is with the clutch or clutch hydraulics. A qualified technician, like one from YourMechanic, will be able to...