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A rough idle may be caused by many different things such as low fuel pressure, low voltage to the fuel injectors, dirty fuel injectors, a vacuum leak, a faulty Oxygen sensor or a dirty or failing idle air control valve....

You should start by having the starting and charging system thoroughly tested to ensure both systems are working properly. It sounds like you have a large parasitic drain, which means something is drawing power from the battery when the car...

This may be caused from a variety of things. I would start with checking for power to the car. If the lights come on you know you have power. If it cranks over, you know that you have power supplied...

Hello. The Electric Code Detector is a component of the fuse block that detects increased electrical power needed and increases the idle speed to allow the alternator to provide more power. There is a specific test from Honda to determine...

Your truck ride height is set from the factory and any modifications could jeopardize your vehicle warranty. Lets look at some pros and cons if you alter the front end ride height. Pros: The truck will look more level...

Spark plugs are used to ignite the air/fuel mixture in the combustion chambers of every internal combustion engine. To accomplish this, spark plugs have two electrodes between which a high voltage spark will jump. One electrode is located in the...

Hello! I would definitely advise having a basic inspection done before the vehicle is driven on a long trip. Any qualified mechanic, such as one from YourMechanic, will be able to inspect your misfiring issue and let you know if...

Using the right type of child seat is critical to protecting your little ones while on the road. Your Altima is able to accommodate three different types of child seats: Rear facing child seats Front facing child seats Booster...

Your Altima is equipped with a number of different air bags – it goes well beyond the front driver and front passenger system. You also have seat-mounted air bags and roof-mounted air bags. Here’s what you should know about each:...

I'm guessing when you say the radio light was flashing, you mean it displayed the "lock" message. This is an anti-theft feature GM built into some of their older vehicles. Unfortunately, the radio will go into lock mode, whenever it...

Hello, thank you for writing in. The vehicle may be suffering from several issues simultaneously. The first thing to do is scan the vehicle for diagnostic codes to find out why the check engine light is coming on. This is...

The ignition coil, ignition control module, or distributor rotor can all fail without warning, leading to a no start. The reason I am leaning towards an ignition system issue is that the vehicle was running before you went to the...

Thanks for writing in about your 1998 Chevrolet C1500 Suburban. I would want to diagnose the brake pedal switch first so I wouldn't replace one that is working fine. A technician using scan tool will easily be able to see...

Hi there, thanks for writing in. It's entirely possible that a component failed. For instance, if the clutch pressure plate failed, then the clutch pedal will feel very spongy and can cause the car to slip and be very difficult...

It could be the sway bar links or bushings making the noise. However, the noise could be caused by a number of things. The only way to know for certain is to have a trained professional inspect your vehicle firsthand...

Hi Sabrina. Thanks for contacting us today. One thing to remember about OBD-II trouble codes is that they indicate the source of the code being triggered - not always the source of the problem. In this case, it's quite possible...

With Acura cars, there are several common components that can have a catastrophic failure due to age. The igniter, ignition coil, main relay, and distributor rotors are all common components. When these components fail, they typically just stop working with...

Hello and thank you for contacting YourMechanic. When you start the engine up when it is cold and the engine idles rough or does not want to stay running, then this is an indication that the engine temperature sensor has...

Depending on what part you purchased, you might be ok. Brakes usually only make noises if they are installed incorrectly, or if the friction material (brake pads) are not solidly connecting to the rotors. If the rotors have high spots...

When towing a trailer, there are certain safety precautions you can take to make sure that you can your cargo will be safe. Some precautions you can take when towing are. Make sure that you do not exceed the...

This may be related to many different possibilities, some of which may be related to a lack of spark or possibly timing issues and some of which may be related to a fuel delivery problem or a combination of both....

The refrigerant inside the compressor has nothing to do with the compressor pulley turning freely when the compressor is not engaged. If the pulley is not turning free then the bearing inside the pulley will need to be replaced. If...

I checked the oil specifications for your engine and it calls for 0w20 oil and 5w30 as an alternate. As far as the oil filter, I do not have the Mobile 1 application chart, but you should be fine if...

A component has failed if the belt came off track and is now touching the fan clutch. Have an experienced technician, such as one from YourMechanic, inspect the accessories along the belt drive system for signs of wear or damage....

Hi, thanks for writing in. It sounds like you might be having issues with your theft module. It is also possible that you could have some sort of wiring issue related to your security system. I would recommend having your...