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If your engine has many different oil leaks then the first thing you should have done is to have a mechanic like one from YourMechanic inspect the vehicle engine and add oil leak detection dye into the crankcase and run...

Hi there. Have you had the battery tested? Use a digital battery tester that provides current voltage, cold cranking amps, and state of health. Any corrosion on the terminals? This could present an opportunity for electrical disturbances and create concerns....

I must say, this is the first time I have heard of this. However, I understand your problem and can help you fix it. Your radiator has transmission oil cooler lines. I am going to be honest I don't think...

When electrical components get hot it is typically due to a high level of resistance. The most common issues with the coils getting hot are caused by the spark plugs, wires, or the distributor. You may want to replace...

Your car’s head restraints serve and important purpose in providing better comfort, but also in ensuring safety during an impact. Of course, there may come a time that you need to remove them (and reinstall them when you’re done). Here’s...

Despite the connector appearing OK, this is an indication of 0 (zero) resistance or a short in this circuit. It's possible the temperature sensor on the differential is itself shorted, or there is a short elsewhere in this circuit. This...

Hello. This may be a sign of a faulty transmission control solenoid. Modern automatic transmissions use pressurized hydraulic fluid to change gears. Every time a gear change is required, the car's computer activates a transmission solenoid, which directs transmission fluid...

Hi there. Lets look at things that could cause this issue and see if we can point you in the right direction. The first and most common problem would be the filters like the air and fuel filters being clogged....

Hello there, a few different faults can cause oil to be burned and white smoke to be seen. The most common would be excessive blow by, an intake leak, failed PCV valve or valve stem seal. A qualified technician...

Hi and thank you for contacting YourMechanic. The best thing to do is to wash your engine, including the bottom, really good. Now, after driving you will be able to inspect where the leak is coming from. The most common...

Hey there. This is a known issue with the Ford Expedition, and is often times related to a spark plug problem. There is a gap between the core of the spark plug and the electrode on the end of it....

The cloud of smoke is the engine running colder than normal or having too much fuel in the engine. Check the fuel injection system and see if the fuel injectors are firing correctly. If the fuel system is working properly,...

There are a number of things that can cause a misfire to be present, but a failing oxygen sensor is certainly one of them. As you know the oxygen sensor reads the exhaust gases and relays this information to the...

Hello there. Engine knocking is a serious problem with your 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The most common cause of engine knocking is low engine oil. You did well by replacing the oil first. Other likely causes of engine knocking are low...

There is no scheduled listing for a tune up. The replacement of ignition components are on a time or mileage schedule. With the traditional tune up includes replacing spark plugs only and then cleaning throttle body. After that then inspecting...

Hi there: What you're describing could be several issues ranging from clogged fuel injectors or dirty fuel filter to electronics related with a problem with the ignition coil or a sensor; even a vacuum leak. If you turn on the...

Hello - most likely, the idle air control valve is a bit gummed up and is sticking ever so slightly when it becomes the key control at a stop light. Cleaning or replacing it should resolve the "stoplight stumble." ...

Hello - Bank 2 the cylinder group (or "Bank") that does NOT contain cylinder #1. (Conversely, Bank 1 is the group of cylinders or "bank" of the engine that contains cylinder #1) On your engine, Bank 2 would be the...

Hi there. If you noticed the thermostat on the dashboard is going from cold to hot, it is possible that the thermostat on the radiator is not opening when it is supposed; which can cause an overheating problem. However, it...

The fuel economy light is located on your instrument panel. The light is illuminated to confirm that your vehicle is in economy mode.

You can lock and unlock all of the doors in your vehicle with the key. To lock the doors, insert the key into the lock on the driver’s door, and rotate the key counterclockwise until you hear the doors lock....

Hi There, Depending on the sound of the noise and where it is coming from, this may be something like a heat shield underneath the vehicle which is a part of the exhaust system. These are commonly known to rattle...

Hello. It sounds like you have an issue with the anti theft system malfunctioning. This commonly occurs on this vehicle. Most of the time this is caused by a failure in the key sensor in the ignition key cylinder. It...

All you need is to have one original key that works to program new keys. All you do id turn on the ignition to run position with good programmed key and then turn off ignition and pull out key and...