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Hi there, thanks for writing in. Inoperative air conditioning can be caused by many possible problems, so it's really difficult to make an estimate without seeing the car. Also making it difficult, is the fact that labor and part quotes...

This may be a sign of a faulty MAP sensor as the vehicle responds adversely to a load put on the motor (i.e. putting it in gear, turning on AC or engaging the brakes). The Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensor...

Hello. The A/C compressor clutch and pulley should be checked and you should replace the pulley only if the compressor is not leaking. If it is, then replace the complete compressor assembly. If you would like to have this checked,...

Hello. It sounds like the weather stripping on the driver's side door is worn out or missing and would need to be replaced. The soft touch pad needs to be replaced as well. I would have the door inspected by...

While adults can sit in any position in your car, that’s not true for children. Children must be properly seated at all times, but the type of seating will vary depending on your child’s age, weight and more. Here’s a...

This is an ongoing issue with almost all of the manufacturers of engines and the oil consumptions they are having problems with. The dealer can do an oil consumption test and tell you that this is normal if it is...

Hi - I would first check for problem codes (even though you are pre-OBD II), diagnostic codes can be very useful in cases like this. It sounds like you have a fuel supply issue - low fuel pressure, leaking/clogged injectors,...

To end a phone call through Uconnect, simply press the Uconnect phone button once. This button looks like a telephone, and is located either on the steering wheel or the center console. If you are in multiple phone calls, pressing...

Unless there is a contributing factor in the failure, such as a deteriorated hose or hose clamp failure, the person who improperly connected the radiator hose is the only person responsible for repairing or replacing the engine. They may do...

More than likely, this is an oil pressure sending unit issue, rather than an engine internals issue. The most straightforward way to check this is to put a trusted pressure gauge on the oil system, preferably plugged into where the...

This issue could be caused by something as simple as the emergency brake being left on, but that is usually the first thing that would be checked. If the emergency brake is off then there could be an issue with...

It is possible the shift cable broke after you selected "Reverse". if so, regardless of what you do with the shifter, the transmission is in Reverse. Have a professional mechanic, like YourMechanic, confirm this diagnosis, and replace the cable at...

Hello. It is common for the this engine to use oil and get poor fuel mileage. Unfortunately, it is an inherent property for this model. As for the metal, this is not normal. If there is metal in the oil...

Hi there. When it comes to buying brake pads, to be completely honest, almost every aftermarket part made today will be fine for your application. In regards to personal preference, I'm a fan of OEM brake pads and rotors -...

Hi - more than likely the threads on the steering hydraulic lines are damaged, not those in the steering rack. However, you will need to remove the fluid lines and examine them, and the steering rack ports both, very carefully....

Hello. If the engine is running fine but the knock is consistent it may be a few different things. It can be coming from the camshaft actuator or it can be a rod knock starting. I have also had a...

I would recommend having an engine diagnostic performed on your vehicle by a qualified technician. This inspection would start by determining what trouble codes have been stored in the vehicle's PCM. Once these trouble codes are determined the repair procedure...

Hello. Changing the strut consists of just that, replacing the strut. This is the center part that looks similar to a shock. If you were expecting more then the strut, then it would have been a more expensive job. What...

I'll provide the basics since there is no specific vehicle information included. generally with a manual transmission, if the vehicle does not move when placed in any gear, the clutch is usually the culprit. The clutch disc may be worn...

This is a Master Warning Light meaning to check your Multi-Information Display for a warning message. Once the warning message is corrected then the light should turn off. If for whatever reason you are unable to correct the cause of...

If the engine has low compression on one cylinder it is usually an indication of a damaged valve seat or possibly a bad head gasket. If it is also accompanied by a ticking noise then there may be an issue...