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You will need to have the engine scanned for codes and diagnosed for loss of spark or fuel. Your water pump is driven by the timing belt, and if the belt broke or water pump seized, then you may have...

This may be related to a short or a faulty instrument cluster voltage regulator. The instrument voltage regulator regulates the voltage supplied to the various gauges in your vehicle’s dash. When this is not working properly, this may cause the...

Hello. The cost of the repair will really depend on the amount of work that needs to be done. I would also need to know if that price he gave you was for parts and labor or just parts. If...

The brake pedal becoming hard to push while the engine is off is a sure sign of a normal brake booster and one way check valve. Make sure there is no air in the brake system. It sounds like you...

Hi. It sounds like you are having a problem with the clutch hydraulic system. If the clutch appears to be engaging and not slipping then the hydraulic system is not fully disengaging the clutch which makes it hard to change...

Hello, thank you for writing in. Your particular make and model does utilize a catalytic converter on both sides of the engine. Catalytic converters are going to vary in price depending on the brand of replacement parts that you are...

Hello. There are several problems which could affect poor idle and low speed running. Starting with the misfire indicated by Check Engine codes, bad spark plug coils, especially with your mileage. Check also for oil leaking from the valve cover...

The amount of amperage it takes to start a car is high and if the jumper cables are any smaller than 10 or 8 gauge they will heat up thats pretty normal. If the car isn't cranking at all I...

Hi there. It would seem unusual, after replacing your vehicle alternator and battery, it would stall when put into drive. There is a possibility, the ECM (Engine Control Module) needs to relearn idle speed. Many vehicle engine computers have adaptive...

I would suggest checking the idle air control valve to be sure it has a proper connection and is not dirty. As you may know, this reads the air intake into the fuel injection system as it is mixed with...

Hi, over time the tumblers in the lock cylinder can wear out or get debris lodged preventing rotation. The notches on the key also wear out over time which doesn't fully unlock all of the tumblers preventing the key from...

This definitely sounds like worn, weak, or broken engine mounts. A quick visual inspection of the mount bushings may uncover which mounts are at fault. If the faulty mounts are not obvious, it may take an experienced and qualified technician...

Hi Jerry. Thanks for writing in today. I am a fan of this brand of brake system components. However, in regards to being "better" than OEM, that's a very difficult question to provide a straight and clear answer. Generally speaking,...

If you have to feather the gas pedal to keep the motor running, this suggests that the fuel pressure may not be maintained at the correct level when starting. The fuel pressure regulator is a unit that monitors and helps...

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, especially...

The computer has detected the fuel cap is loose or you have a leak in the evaporative gas tank vapor control system. If gas cap is tight and not off or loose then you will need to have the system...

Hey there, thanks for writing in about your 2006 Land Rover LR3. Unfortunately, this is a specialized service only available through Land Rover service centers, and not a cost estimate readily available to us here at YourMechanic. I recommend requesting...

If the motor just stopped out of nowhere, this may suggest many different possibilities such as a loss of spark or a fuel delivery problem. If the motor does not crank, this may suggest an issue related to the starter...

This is a sign of faulty wheel speed sensors. Your car is equipped with wheel speed sensors at each of the four wheels which monitor wheel speed while relaying this information constantly to the ABS and traction control system which...

You can control your sound system using the steering wheel. To increase the volume, press the Volume + button. To decrease the volume, press the Volume – button.

Hello. Your particular vehicle only has one belt. This belt is called the serpentine belt. The serpentine belt wraps around all of your pulleys, driving the alternator, water pump, and power steering pump. When this belt breaks, the Battery Light...

There are small bolts on the deck where the hood bumpers are located at. Remove those bolts and bolts that are on the inside of the grill and the front grill will come off. The hole grill and lights assembly...

Hi there: It's possible that you've broken a few suspension components during your recent accident. So, it's probably a good idea to have a professional mechanic inspect your vehicle first to determine exactly what's damaged or broken so an accurate...

Without seeing the vehicle, it would be hard to say if it would be safe. However, if the rotors are still of a usable thickness, it is possible to do what is referred to as a "pad slap", which means...