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If it sound like its coming from somewhere in the dashboard, you might have a leaf or some other small piece of trash in your ventilation fan. try turning the fan speed up and see if the sound changes. Turning...

This year model of vehicle does have several caliper applications depending on specifics such as a 15" tire, 16" , whether is has rear drum and so forth and they all may bolt up in a similar way, but do...

Thanks for writing in today about the issue with your 91 Acura Integra. The computer that runs both sides of the automatic seat belts is located under the passenger side seat. However, the problem you might be experiencing is with...

There are several reasons why your window might be inoperable. Switches and motors are common failure items. The window switch on the drivers door is the master switch. Sometimes when it fails, some of your other windows might stop working...

Hello, thanks for writing in about your 2001 Acura TL.According to AllData, the specifications are: Connecting Rod Bolt Torque 20 N-m (2.0 kgf-cm, 14 lbf-ft) If you end up needing any help with your vehicle, consider YourMechanic, as one of...

The most common cause for warm air when the air conditioner is commanded on is a low refrigerant charge, usually from a leak. One way to check the charge is to have a technician attach a manifold gauge set and...

This sounds like a possible loss of oil problem. If the engine has seized up before and the problem is reoccurring the engine is most likely dry. I would recommend checking the engine oil to see if it is low....

Hello, thank you for writing in. When dealing with an issue with the starting system, you want start by making sure the battery is in good condition. Make sure its cables are clean, dry, and tight as well. You can...

Hi Luke. Thanks for the reply. If I'm understanding you correctly, the other belt (which I believe is on the driver side of the engine, near the front) is referred to as the accessory belt. This belt is the one...

Without being able to hear the noise, it will be hard for me to offer an accurate assessment. A common issue for a ticking or clicking noise from the dash is a faulty climate control stepper motor. The Mercedes...

Shaking or vibration may be caused by many different things such as faulty spark plugs, poor fuel pressure or misfires. Other things such as a faulty idle air control valve may cause the engine idle to drop below the normal...

The best way to replace the spark plugs on this vehicle would be to first open up the hood. Since this vehicle has a stright six engine, the spark plugs should be fairly easy to get to and should be...

Hi there. There could be an issue within the transmission making the inside parts vibrate in neutral and under a reverse load. Also, there could be a transmission mount issue causing the transmission to shake, but when the vehicle is...

Hello, thank you for writing in. To start, take a good look at the wiper and its linkage. Make sure nothing is obviously broken. If everything looks to be intact, then turn to the motor. There are plastic gears inside...

You can certainly use transmission stop leak, however depending on how bad the leak is or the amount of pressure coming from the leak, this may be only a temporary fix. I would suggest having a professional from YourMechanic come...

Hi there. The cost of replacing the doors can vary tremendously based on what kind of damage occurred to the door jams and what model doors the vehicle has. If there is damage to the mounting of the doors then...

It sounds like you have a bad engine mount. Engine mounts are constructed of a solid rubber over metal, and are in place to dampen the vibrations from the engine to the car. When the mounts wear out, the vibrations...

Hello there, thanks for your question. Your vehicle has a timing belt, not a chain. The recommended replacement mileage for the belt is 150,000 at which time related (nearby) components such as the water pump, thermostat, timing pulley bearings(s) and...

Short answer is "NO", it is not safe to drive the car in this condition. The safest alternative is to have a tow truck that can pick up, and strap down, the front end of the car, or a flatbed...

You may have fixed the misfire, but the rough idle may be due to clogged injectors and carbon build up on the valves. Try cleaning injectors and throttle body and intake system and see if problem improves. If you the...

There are quite a few oil seals and gaskets on your engine and so the exact source(s) of the leak would have to be pinpointed during an oil leak diagnostic. If you do have oil leaks, as many leaks as...

Hi there, thanks for writing in. This code is for a leak or failure in the evap emissions system. By far the most common cause of this is a bad gas cap. If the seal on the cap is bad...

Hi there. If you're going to attempt to replace the windshield wiper fluid sensor, I would strongly recommend purchasing a service and repair manual for your 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe, as it will provide you detailed step-by-step instructions; along with diagrams...

Hi there. Check the fuses for any blown fuses. If the fuses are good and working, then check the clutch wire to the compressor and see if there is power with the air conditioning switch on high and fan on...

If I am understanding your question correctly, you are wanting to install a blow off valve on a non-turbo charged car. A blow off valve is typically only necessary in turbo charged applications as it's function is to to release...