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Hi. Even though the lights may be on in your car, this still does not signify there is enough power to start the car. The battery very well be on the brink of complete failure. I would recommend a certified...

Hello, The high engine idle may be caused by a vacuum leak (presumably you would have a check engine light and the engine would run rough) or the throttle plate may need to be adjusted slightly to reduce the amount...

High mileage engines leak oil into the combustion chamber through worn out valve stem oil seals, worn valve guides and ill fitting piston rings. If a substantial amount of oil is entering the combustion chamber the plugs will quickly foul....

Hello, the first thing to do is check the oil level and get that correct and then diagnose the overheating concern. It will probably need to be jump started to get it going. The cause of the overheating must be...

Unless you're in extremely cold weather, warming up engines is usually not required, and hasn't been for decades. Driving away right after start-up and driving easy for the first few minutes is all that's needed (except for cold winter...

Hi, thanks for writing in. This is a sign of bad or warped brake rotors. When brake rotors get hot due to friction and then col down repeatedly, they can develop low spots in them which can cause them to...

Hello, thank you for writing in. The most common issues with vibrations at higher speeds are related to the tires or suspension. The first place to start is having the tires inspected. Make sure the tread is deep enough, the...

Hello! There have been many complaints regarding the Escalade having a bumpy ride. Oftentimes the dealership will say that the ride is normal. I would suggest going back to the dealership and test driving another Escalade with them and comparing...

If you are getting spark and fuel to the engine then the only thing left to check is the compression in the engine. Have a compression test done to see if the timing belt may have jumped timing. You should...

I'm not clear on whether you were able to operate the car after changing the CV shaft and the car failed again, or if you never got it working at all. As you say, it could be a problem in...

It sounds like you may have a power steering rack that may be putting too much strain on the power steering pump causing it to leak or fail. The rack and pinion gear set does two things: It converts the...

My apologies but this scenario would be much easier to understand if you were to indicate the direction of travel for each vehicle such as N, S, W, or E. Also, the outcome of this scenario is likely to be...

There are many hose/line connections involved in the power steering system that can be possible leak points. The power steering pump and steering gear (rack and pinion) are major components and common failure items on your vehicle. Have an experienced...

Thanks for writing in about your Mazda 6. You need to make sure that the mass airflow sensor is not getting contaminated by an oil type air filter. If it is, replace the air filter with clean paper type one...

If you are referring to the oil pressure sensor, that sensor is screwed into the engine block. On a transverse mounted engine, the sensor is visible as you look from the front of the engine compartment. If you are referring...

This may be a sign of a weak battery, a failing voltage regulator or failing alternator. As you may know, the alternator is responsible for charging the battery while the engine runs by generating amperage and recharging the battery while...

The problem is likely from the control assembly. The manufacturer has a technical bulletin that has a new designed part for replacement. I recommend a having mechanic, such one from YourMechanic, inspect your AC system to identify and quote the...

Hi Teleisha. Thanks for contacting us today. There could be multiple issues causing the Avenger to run hotter than normal, ranging from an obstruction of debris in the cooling tubes or heater core, or failed water pump - even fuel...

Hello. Thanks for writing in. To begin, we need to identify what kind of noises you are hearing. Does it sound like a squeak, ticking, grinding, or tapping? Vehicles will make different noises when the engine is cold. Sometimes these...

Hello. The most important sign is when you drive there isn't any vibration. If the source of your question is due to a vibration and you suspect the drive shaft, the best way to check it is to put the...

It would not be advisable to drive the vehicle or further engine damage may occur. If you drive the vehicle and overheat the engine even once you could cause the head gaskets to leak or seize the motor. The cost...

The ABS light and brake lights indicate that there are faults stored in the Electronic Brake Control Module or EBCM. These faults need to be read out to determine the issues in the ABS system. Now it could be something...

In this situation the window may be able to be reattached. If the window is still in good condition it is completely possible that the part can be repaired and not need replacement. If you decide that you need some...

Hi there. This vibration could be caused by a number of things. However, the first place I would look is the driveshaft and u-joints. The driveshaft is used to transfer engine torque from the transmission output shaft to the rear...