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Hello! A grinding noise on your particular vehicle usually indicates an issue with one of the wheel bearings. Unfortunately, the wheel bearings on the 1999-2008 GM vehicles consistently wear internally and cause noise. Usually in about 30,000 mile intervals, those...

The heater not working in some cases may be related to the overheating problem you are also having. This may be due to a faulty heater blower motor or potentially a bad heater core. As you may know, the heater...

Hi there. It is common for tire pressure to rise and fall with rise in altitude and with temperature. In fact, tire pressure can drop as much as 3 to 5 lbs when there is a temperature change of more...

You may have blown a head gasket. This would be the loss of compression and even a noise from engine.

Hi...both of these repair services are available. To obtain an exact quote for the window regulator repair or replacement, please click on "Get a Quote" at YourMechanic's window regulator repair service page. Similarly, to get an exact quote for the...

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Replacing the differential as a complete assembly is a routine, indeed mundane, repair and so it is possible and quite practical. Insofar as cost effectiveness, the answer depends on exactly what is wrong with your existing differential, if anything. If...

What you are describing sounds like potentially a worn out clutch. As you know, the clutch transmits engine power to the gearbox, and allows transmission to be interrupted while a gear is selected to move off from a stationary position,...

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Hello. A whining sound coming from the engine in a no start condition is usually a sign of a loss of compression. A compression test must be done to determin if that is your case.A loss of compression may be...

Hi There, Cold weather can be especially harsh on batteries as you may know. The battery light will usually come on for a few seconds upon start up as it does a system check, however it should turn off after...

The engine symbol is the Check Engine Light. Like all of the other lights, the Check Engine Light should illuminate briefly when the key is turned to the accessory or on position. This is done to provide a self-test of...

After installing the steering column there may be some electrical wiring not hooked up or pinched. Check all the wiring on the steering column to the ignition system and see if the wires are not hooked up or pinched off....

Hi there. We'll need to gather additional information from you in order to provide you with an accurate price quote. Please fill out this quote for a brake pad replacement so we can receive your data and contact you with...

Hi there. If it was just a drop of transmission fluid, you really have nothing to worry about. Just make sure to have your engine oil and filter changed as recommended with your maintenance schedule.

Hi There, It sounds like you may be having a problem with the vehicle vibrating or shaking. Shaking or vibration may be caused by many different things such as faulty spark plugs, poor fuel pressure or misfires. Other things such...

A vehicle that won't move in any gear indicates either the transmission is low on fluid, or there is an internal problem. The electronic transmission controls can essentially be ruled out. The 4F50N transmission found in your vehicle has some...

Most likely the engine has a plugged fuel filter. A plugged fuel filter will cause the engine to hesitate when under harsh throttle and make the vehicle shake. I recommend replacing the fuel filter and retesting to see if the...

Hello! Thank you for writing in with this question. Timing belt replacement is generally recommended by Subaru at 105,000 miles, or 105 months. Other manufacturers recommend replacing them between 60,000-90,000 miles. It is very possible that there were contributing factors...

My guess is that you mean you have a leaking valve cover. This is a pretty straightforward repair that can be handled by a professional, such as one from YourMechanic. They can come to your home or office to inspect...

The black liquid is used as an anti-rattle coating for the back of the brake pads. You would normally put a thin coating on the backing plate, where it meets up with the caliper, and it is designed to keep...