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Hey there. Land Rover has a TSB out for a keyless module that may malfunction. Of the "Smart Key Not Found" message that will occur on the dash. This repair would require the module to be replaced and programmed at...

Hello. Thanks for writing in about your 2000 Porsche Boxster. Most of the time this is caused by the pilot bearing in the rear of the crankshaft. When it fails it will make this noise at these times. I usually...

Yes, you are welcome to buy your own parts and book a certified mechanic from YourMechanic to install those parts or perform associated repairs. When reviewing your quote online, open the “price breakdown” tab, and click on “parts options.” From...

Hi There, When the engine is running too lean this means that there is not enough fuel getting to the combustion chamber to be ignited as the engine runs. This can cause many different problems such as the engine stalling...

Hello, and thank you for writing in. The vehicle's in-line filter is housed in a unit that is either clamped on or has a quick disconnect. If you are able to locate the leak, you can determine if the filter...

When your vehicle eclipses 15 mph, all of the doors will automatically lock. If you want to disable the automatic door locks, you will need to take your car to a dealer, and they will disable the automatic locks for...

Hi Fernando. Thanks for contacting us today. It depends on what type of FOB key you purchased. If it's an OEM key from Toyota, there should be instructions in the box that show you how to complete this process. It's...

When getting price estimates from these sites, know that they will vary widely depending on the criteria you put in and if you are looking for a trade-in value or a retail value. After looking into both of these sites,...

The paint on your car is a multiple layer paint process that starts with bare metal cleaning and prep then a primer coat. The primer coat is suppose to stick well to bare metal and also allow the color coat...

Hi, thanks for writing in. Unfortunately, it sounds like your steering rack is done for, and needs to be replaced. This appears to be a wide-spread problem with this vehicle, without a recall or customer satisfaction program from BMW. If...

This engine requires 6 quarts of oil according to the service manual. I would check to see if the engine has an aftermarket engine oil cooler installed. You would see two hoses with an adapter above the oil filter and...

This paint issue is somewhat common and seems to affect the roof most often. Although dealers most often do not make the repairs under warranty, I always recommend making them your first stop if there is a potential for them...

Hey there. You are correct. There is no reason to replace the water pump when it is not bad yet. The water pump seal was overheated when it got hot it may have run dry though and may fail sooner...

Hello. The transmission has most likely failed internally. The gears in these transmission may fail under stress and you will have to have the manufacture dealer check to see if they will fix it. If you would like to have...

This was a known recall on many Hyundai Sonatas in this year. There is a technical service bulletin issued: TSB 13-EE-001. Your car should have the 100k warranty. I would recommend taking this to the dealer to have them replace...

Hi. The issue you are experiencing with your 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII sounds transmission-related. It may be low/contaminated transmission fluid, a faulty torque converter, or an intermittently failing shift solenoid. There are likely trouble codes stored within the vehicle's onboard...

Hi there. Look all around the engine and around the oil pan and filter. Look for any signs of oil leakage. If there is no oil leakage, then check the engine oil level. If the oil level is full, then...

Hello. Your truck uses a hydro boost system to run the power steering system and brake booster. This means that the hydro booster controls both the systems when the hydro booster fails there will be no brakes and no power...

You can if you find ones specifically for your Toyota Yaris. Just be aware that these spacers set the wheel out wide and will cause premature wheel bearing failures. If you need assistance with the installation or run into any...

Hello. You would know if you have a leak in your gas line because you would see gas leaking on the ground or a heavy has smell in the cabin of the vehicle. You would also notice your gas burning...

A variety of faults can cause your 1995 Dodge Ram 1500 to use excess fuel. The most common would be fuel leaks, EVAP system leaks, a leaking fuel injector, oxygen sensors, vacuum leaks, or a misfire condition. Faults such as...

The term "short circuit" is probably the most overused term in technology, but I think it might apply in your case. It sounds like there is some connection or device that is shorting you battery and charging system to ground...

The front rotors minimum thickness is 23 mm and for pads is 2 mm. The rear rotors minimum thickness is 9 mm and pads is 2 mm.

Hello. Your year and model Accord has a history of transmission failures. Due to the design of the transmission, the internal clutches would fail prematurely causing a series of shifting issues. At one point Honda even extended the warranty on...