Hi there. Have you had a compression test performed? This sounds like it could be a mechanical issue plaguing your truck. This could be a stuck lifter, weak/broken valve spring, worn cam lobe, etc. I would do a compression check...
Hello, thank you for writing in. There is one major issue that is likely causing everything else you are experiencing. This is your fuel system. You need to start by checking and/or replacing your fuel pump. When it gets low,...
When dealing with issues like these, always start with the simplest options first. The thermostat is only designed to read liquid. If the coolant is low, the reading on your dashboard may not be accurate. The vehicle may have been...
Hi and thank you for contacting YourMechanic. Car alarms are tricky and can drive people crazy. To my knowledge, there are several ways that the car will arm the alarm with the key in the ignition. Go around the vehicle...
Dependin where the exhaust leak is can cause the O2 sensors to not get correct amount of gases in the exhaust and cause the rich running condition. I would suggest having the computer codes pinpoint tests be done to see...
This code is shedding some light on a problem that exists in one of the electrical circuits in the vehicles transmission. For the best results, consult a technician or facility experienced with the diagnosis and repair of vehicle transmissions. If...
Hello. A fuel leak from underneath the vehicle is probably going to be caused by a faulty fuel line. I would carefully examine all the fuel lines that run underneath the vehicle, placing extra attention on the ones that run...
If the clutch pedal is not moving and the clutch is partially applied, then the clutch release bearing may be damaged and the fork is jammed into the clutch forcing it to slip. For the no start condition on...
Hello, thanks for reaching out to us about your Ford's rough iding and misfiring. Typically, when your vehicle is running with these codes and symptoms, it's due to faulty camshaft phasers that need replacing, or the timing chain is worn...
This may be a sign of a faulty MAP sensor as the vehicle responds adversely to a load put on the motor (i.e. putting it in gear, turning on AC or engaging the brakes). The Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensor...
Hello. It is very possible that the larger wheels and tires that you put on your vehicle are causing the traction control to go off. The traction control is designed to work with the tires that came with your Jeep...
Hello. If all of these issues started at the same time then it is an electrical issue. From what you are saying it sounds like you have a bad ground connection on the negative battery cable or a failing ignition...
The issue could be the throttle position sensor on the throttle body giving a false reading and causing the engine to hesitate when starting. For the hesitation when driving, that also could be the throttle position sensor, but more like...
From what is provided it definitely appears that your Dodge Ram has suffered damage in the transfer case. From my experiences working with transfer cases, most transfer case problems can be resolved with a rebuild. There is a known weakness...
Hello and thank you for contacting Your Mechanic. What seems to happen is the technician from Wal-Mart did not put any oil in the engine. This is common occurrence with Wal-Mart. When you pulled the dipstick and there was no...
My guess is that you have a leak somewhere, most likely a coolant leak. Coolant leaking onto a hot engine will immediately result in white smoke. Since you stopped the vehicle before all of the coolant was lost, the vehicle...
Hi There, As you may know, when doing this many times the throttle body needs to go through a "re-learn" process to bring the idle back down to normal. 1) Start the engine and let it idle in park...
Overheating can be caused by a number of things such as low coolant levels, a faulty thermostat, a clogged radiator or a failing coolant fan switch. As you may know the coolant fan switch helps to maintain the proper coolant...
Hi there - "boundary measured engine temperature," or the lowest temp reading a sensor can transmit, can be different based on each temperature sensor. The issue here is what is the true engine temperature? Is the thermostat getting the engine...
The door hinge replacement takes about 2 to 3 hours to replace depending on who is performing the job and is they have a helper to hold the door up in place or not. If you need further assistance with...
Hi RD. Thanks for contacting us tonight. There are several possible sources of an erratic vibration, such as clogged fuel system components, or worn out ignition parts (spark plugs in most cases). I've also seen this issue caused by a...
Based on the information you provided, It sounds like you may have a throttle position sensor issue. The throttle position sensor tells the computer how much throttle you are giving the engine. Sometimes the sensor wears out and has dead...
The No. 1 cylinder is the cylinder nearest the engine's crankshaft pulley. The No. 4 cylinder would be nearest the other end of the engine which is the flywheel (or flexplate) "end" of the engine. If you need assistance with...
The entire shift mechanism should be looked at. The shifter mechanism may be worn or bent if "adjustment" helped temporarily. Also the ignition switch may not be signaling the shifter inter-lock mechanism. Also, if the inter-lock mechanism is loose, out...
