Hello, and thank you for writing in. When the vehicle's check engine light and limp mode are both set off, there is a problem with the vehicle that needs to be addressed. You can easily clear the codes with a...
You will need to have the charging system and battery system checked to see if the alternator is putting out enough volts and amperage to recharge the batteries. The alternator is the most common failure to correct the problem for...
You need to check to see if the thermostat is opening properly and if the cooling fan came on. The upper and lower hose should be hot if it is open. If this is your first time running the car...
Hi there. We do not recommend completing these repairs without having access to an official service and repair manual, as it will not only provide you with the correct torque specs for this application, but the right procedure for assembly...
Hi there. The Touareg is a fun vehicle to have. The downfall of the Touareg is the cost of the maintenance, repairs, and the electrical issues that may ensue. These vehicles will not be as reliable as your current vehicle...
I would suggest consulting your owner's manual to be sure, however you should be able to use Dexron VI. If you need additional help with this, please contact YourMechanic to schedule an appointment to have one of our experts come...
It is not normal for the brakes to pulsate after replacing the rotors. You will need to determine if the pulsation is coming from front replacement rotors or from the rear brakes that were not replaced by using the parking...
The door lights and radio are on different circuits than the starting system and so faults there would not cause difficulty starting. The flickering of the lights is due to a loose connection somewhere in the circuit and can be...
Hello. No spark for an entire bank, or side of the engine, can be caused by a few different things. If cylinders 1, 3, and 5 are all experiencing the same issue I would consider the possibility of a faulty...
Hello - unfortunately, this is not a service YourMechanic offers at this time. This task is best handled by a collision repair estimator at a reputable paint and body shop. S/he is trained to evaluate visible and not-so-visible damage, and...
Hi Aiden. Thanks for contacting us tonight. With nearly 250,000 miles on your Nissan Altima, it's quite possible that an inner transmission seal is leaking, causing the shifting issues you are experiencing. It's also possible that you simply have contaminated...
Hi, thanks for your question. You should check the MAP sensor first to see if it is reading the correct altitude for your location. Sometimes the sensor will read that you are at 10000 feet when you are at 100...
A tutorial on cylinder honing (and grit size recommendations) is at this link. For ring gap recommendations, please see this link or the Factory Service Manual for your vehicle. If you have not honed cylinders in an engine block before,...
The front struts and sway bar on the two vehicles appear to have identical aftermarket part numbers. The axle from a 2004 Caravan appears to be a direct interchange for the 2002 Town and Country but the 2005 model year...
When an engines rotation speed increases the speed should increase. If it isn't, then there is likely an issue with the torque converter (an automatic transmissions clutch). If the speed is increasing, it could be an issue with the cruise...
Hey there. The rods connect to the center control handle using plastic clips and these clips or the handle breaks. You will need to have a mechanic remove the inner tailgate cover to gain access to the latch handle and...
It may not have anything to do with your valve adjustment. Your car is almost 30 years old so it could have any number of problems. I would begin by checking for air leaks. Look at all of the hoses...
Hey there. Given that you performed a fair amount of engine work and have no doubts with the battery out of the car, it is possible that the throttle position sensor and engine management have lost their "pairing" values and...
Hi there, thanks for writing in about your 1990 Porsche 944. A severely worn clutch will cause slippage and the vehicle will not move. Another common concern is the linkage between the shifter and transmission assembly. The cable and the...
Hi there. Anytime you have a check engine light on the dashboard, it's because the computer detected an error picked up by one of the sensors on your car. By having a professional mechanic come to your location and complete...
Hello! Being that it would not shift gears at all it could be an issue within the shift linkages. If the transmission was just serviced and you are experiencing transmission issues so soon after, I would take it back to...
You should have the computer scanned to get the failure codes and have them diagnosed first and then you may know the cause of transmission problems and check engine light.
Have the vehicle checked after filling the transmission. You should not let the fluid get low on the new transmission. You may need to have the vehicle run on a lift to see where the leak is. If you need...
