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Nissan and Infiniti vehicles usually require you to adjust two different bolts to remove the belt. The two bolts are the lock bolt and the adjustment bolt. These bolts are usually located on the power steering pump or the alternator....

Hi Michael. Thanks for contacting us today. A high idle speed while not in gear is often caused by a faulty idle control valve or vacuum leak. It would probably be best to have a mechanic diagnose this issue correctly...

Hi Elishea. Thanks for contacting us today. Generally speaking, the rear differential has no impact on the steering of the vehicle, so it's quite possible that adding the fluid to the rear differential is not the source of this noise....

You are thinking in the right areas for this issue. Even after cleaning the MAF sensor, it still may require replacement. The catalytic converter may be clogged. The transmission could be slipping. If the RPMs go up and the car...

By your description I can assume the sound you are hearing is relative to wheel speed. If so, this could be due to brake or bearing failure. I would recommend having a trained technician, such as one from YourMechanic, come to...

Hello. When this occurs I usually do a block test first. Most of the time when there is a loss of coolant and there are no external leaks it is because there is a blown head gasket. A small leak...

If the engine was sputtering and then when the exhaust starts to come off it makes the engine run better, then there is either a plugged muffler or a plugged catalytic converter. To check this, put the exhaust back together...

Hi! A good place to begin is with a thorough visual inspection performed on your Mercedes. Squealing sounds under the hood frequently come from accessory belts. This can be due to age or a worn tensioner. That's one of those...

This is often a sign of low transmission fluid or a faulty transmission control solenoid. You may want to check to be sure the line was properly reconnected and that the transmission has not leaked any fluids. As you know,...

If a mechanic shows up with an air tool to apply torque to a CV axle nut, run for the exits. The ONLY tool that can be used to tighten that nut is a carefully calibrated torque wrench, preferably one...

Hey there. This noise is an indication of movement of the suspension. The first thing to check would be the lower control bushings on both sides of the car should be checked for movement by supporting the vehicle off the...

If your Check Engine Light is not illuminated, there is not a fault with the system. Before a vehicle can pass emissions testing, certain readiness monitors must be completed. One of which is the heater O2 monitor. The vehicle will...

Hi there! Blue smoke coming from the vehicle's exhaust is typically an indication of two mechanical component failures. First, when the smoke comes out while the vehicle is accelerating, it's commonly caused by damaged piston rings. Piston rings can wear...

Hi there. Check to see if the key fob is programmed for the right vehicle. Complete the following steps to help you with your programming issue: If your vehicle key fob hooks into the ignition then remove key from ignition....

Hello, you can turn the service lights off by disconnecting the negative battery cable for a few hours. To help find the pulled wire, have the dealership or technician use a scan tool capable of diagnosing canbus lines. The test will...

If the brakes are effective and stop the vehicle, it is safe to drive it to a repair facility. Another option is to leave it as is and a mobile certified mechanic can be dispatched to your location to resolve...

Hello. This vibration or pulsation in the brakes would require a complete brake inspection in person, but the problem is most likely going to be warped rotors and the pads worn down. The front rotors and pads would need to...

If the compressor is replaced, the only mandatory component to change is the system drier. If the belt is worn or old, it should be replaced. Replacement of any and all other parts is simply subject to a diagnostic and...

This vehicle came with three different engines and they all have different directions to replace the sensors. The sensors also may have specialized removal and installation procedures that require special tools for the seals and sensors. The code P0344 is...

Start by checking power to the relay. If there is no power to the relay this would suggest you have either a bad wiring problem to the relay or potentially a bad ECU driver that supplies the power to the...

Hi there, thanks for writing about your 1979 Volvo 244. First, you should confirm there is good spark at the spark plugs to eliminate ignition as a problem. Then, check fuel pressure for the correct pressure - it is likely...

Hi there. The alarm should not affect the use of the key to unlock and lock the driver's door. The linkage from the door lock cylinder to the door latch assembly must be disconnected. A fairly common failure, is the...

Hello. The service required would be based on the amount of miles that you have. You should be following your owners manual recommendations on maintenance. Spark plugs typically are not needed until 100,000+ miles. If you want to have your...

It sounds to me like you have a wire connector issue with the ignition coil pins. The male and female sides fit too loose and only make partial contact. After driving a while a small amount of corrosion forms in...