If your catalytic converter was having an issue as diagnosed by the dealership and it has been modified to correct the issue with no success, I would start by recommending a replacement of the catalytic converter. It would also be...
In order to get the reset the ECM and get the check engine light to turn off I would recommend having a check engine light inspection having a mechanic like one from YourMechanic come to you and scan the computer...
Hello. It sounds like it needs new anti-rattle clips. These clips hold the brake pads in place and should be replaced at every brake job. It may also need new caliper slides if they are not tight. It is also...
What you are describing is loss of power as well as near stalling. The cause of that fault can be diagnosed, and any required repairs made, if you request an engine loss of power diagnostic. To give you an initial...
I have taught automotive maintenance technology for over 8 years and have over 35 years total experience as a mechanic. I can tell you that it is a career that can make you a good living. The profession is changing...
Hi there, thanks for your question. I'd be happy to help. A [misfire can be caused by a variety of things other than bad spark plugs such as bad plug wires, vacuum leak, dirty fuel injectors, a weak fuel pump...
That sounds like a lower end knock. Which would be a rod or main bearing. The first thing to do is make sure it has oil in it. I expect it does since you state the knock goes away when...
This suggests you have a malfunction in your security system that is disabling the ability of the vehicle to start. When the security system is functioning properly, the goal is for it to disable the car's ability to start when...
This is a common sound when the ball joints begin to wear out. As the ball joints are subjected to various loads and pressure depending on the weight of the vehicle and force/torque of each turn, this squeaking may vary...
Hello and thank you for contacting YourMechanic. What seems to be happening is the EGR valve is sticking open and when it gets hot, the valve shuts. This will cause an engine to stumble when first turned on. Anther thing...
Hey there. This could be anything from a bad battery to a bad battery control unit. This can also cause other gauges to not function correctly, including the temperature gauge. I would recommend having an expert from YourMechanic come to...
Hello. If there is no pressure in the system, then that means that there is a leak in the system. If there was no refrigerant, then there is going to be air in the system. If that is the case,...
Hello there. A few common faults will cause the electronic power steering warning light to be displayed. The most common are the power steering module, steering angle sensor, or wiring harness fault. If you need to have this checked, a...
It sounds like you have a short in the wiring harness that goes to the headlight switch that is allowing the electricity to bypass the switch. I would recommend enlisting the assistance of a qualified technician who is experienced in...
Hey there. One of the problems associated with buying a used car is having accurate data on how the previous owner maintained the vehicle. When you mentioned that after diagnostics were completed, that the technician discovered that dirty oil was...
Since you are getting a misfire code on the #4 cylinder that will cause the computer to shut off these other systems. The misfire needs to be fixed first. Most of the time when this comes up it is caused...
Hello. It sounds like you may have a weak compressor. The compressor is a pump for the A/C system and when it gets weak, it does not pump as well as it should. When this happens the air won’t be...
Hi there. Though you may still have a warranty on the vehicle you may want to have someone else check it out first. It sounds like they may not have changed both of the hub bearings, but it can also...
Hi there. Check the spark plugs on the engine and see if they are fouled out. A fouled out spark plug will cause the cylinder to not fire and let the fuel that is sprayed in go out the exhaust...
Hello. The ETC and ESC lights are likely not related to your air door actuator. The air door actuator is an AC component, and not really connected to the electronic throttle control or stability control systems. The ETC light usually...
