Hello. The heater core would not have anything to do with the oil. If anything they may not have properly installed one of the heater hoses which may have causes the coolant to leak which would have caused the engine...
Hi, thanks for writing in. In nearly 40 years of working on cars, and 30 years of anti-lock brake systems, I've never seen or heard of a single vehicle needing a "whole new ABS system" at one time, unless it...
The oil change process is generally a very simple one, but it does involve moving panels and some shops do a brief inspection on the vehicle as well. It is not likely that the Check Engine Light coming on is...
The steering column may need to be replaced, if damaged too badly. I recommend having a mechanic, such as one from YourMechanic, run an inspection, and replace the steering column, if deemed necessary.
Hello. The speed sensor is located on the left rear of the transmission. It should be accessible from the bottom of the transmission. The catalytic converters should not have to be moved in order to get to the sensor. Most...
It sounds like you have two electrical issues, one dealing with the starting circuit(https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/car-is-not-starting-inspection) and the other involving stalling once the car is running. The no-start issue, if it is not intermittent, or is at least present when the Mechanic...
If you have a confirmed leak from the head gasket, the Factory Service Manual sets forth all your options. In this case, you have to remove the head, measure the head and block (for flatness), check for cracks, and install...
The sensor output (from that wheel position) can be viewed on a scan tool and/or an oscilloscope. Once you confirm the output is there, and the waveform is correct, you should trace the circuit back to the ABS controller or...
This metal scraping noise may be inherent to the metal tube. The original tube was designed to be quiet and not be noisey when opening throttle. The noise is from air flow disruption through the air tube. The metal tubes...
If the spark plug has broken and ceramic part of plug fell inside cylinder then you will need to try and remove pieces with a camera and grab fingers or the head will need to be removed. If plug fell...
When the text message notice feature is turned on, the audio system will alert you whenever you receive a new message. Changing the settings only takes a few steps: 1. Press the Phone button. 2. Rotate the selector knob to...
In order to tow this vehicle behind an RV you will want to have the vehicle in neutral with the key in the off poition. When the vehicle's transmission is in neutral, the steering wheel is unlocked. This will enable...
If your car has been leaking oil for an extended period and you hear knocking, it's possible that an engine bearing has either spun, or is about to spin in its bore. After fixing the oil leak, I would recommend...
