Hi there: If the steering rack has broken off the mount, the mount would have to be welded and repaired first. The pinion gear is a part of the steering system that turns as the steering column sends input to...
There are a number of places where the coolant may be leaking from such as any one of the radiator hoses going to or from the radiator or motor, the thermostat housing, or the water pump. i would suggest having...
The timing belt should be changed at 100,000 miles. If the water pump is driven by the timing belt, the pump absolutely should be changed when you change the timing belt. Indeed, aftermarket timing belt kits include the water pump,...
Hi there. With this many issues you really need to enlist the assistance of a certified mechanic, like one from YourMechanic, that has the knowledge and tools to do this. If you have a bad control arm it will typically...
Hello. I'll be glad to help you with this. On a straightaway, at speed, with no significant crown on the road, if the car is properly aligned, you should be able to remove your hands from the wheel and the...
Hi There, It sounds like you may have a clogged catalytic converter that may be causing the vehicle to struggle to accelerate. There are a number of reasons that may cause the catalytic converter to fail. They include: O2 sensor,...
From what you've described, it sounds like your battery is not capable to hold a charge anymore for long periods of time. I suggest having the battery and charging system checked. Have a certified technician, like one from YourMechanic, diagnose...
Hi Jessica. Thanks for contacting us today. There could be a few reasons why this is happening. Most of the time, stalling issues like you've described are caused by fuel system components that are excessively dirty or malfunctioning. This could...
When purchasing a vehicle, you want to do a research on the vehicles in that general area and see what the main maintenance problems that the vehicles have. If the seller drops 500 off of the price, then the vehicle...
Hey there, thanks for writing in. You'll need to check that the shifter linkage has not rubbed against any wires causing a short. If they are fine, your most likely culprit may be the neutral safety switch. To pinpoint the...
Hello. It really depends on which rear end that you have and if the vehicle is four-wheel drive. If it is four-wheel drive then the differential gearing has to be the same in the front and the rear so you...
Your car has an electronically controlled transmission, so your problem could be mechanical, or it could be electronic. In most cases a technician can read the stored codes in the transmission controller to make that determination. It may have a...
When you kicked into passing (lower) gear, the engine was immediately heavily loaded. If there is any fault, or "weakness" in the ignition, fuel or air induction systems, such will become more readily apparent in those conditions. So, for example,...
The wiper motor system consists of a switch, a small electric motor including transmission, interconnecting wiring, and steel linkages to convert the rotational output of the motor to the reciprocating motion needed to operate your wipers back and forth. In...
You will need to have the shift linkage checked where the shift cable connects to steering column. The bracket screws come loose and inhibit proper shifting.
Hello. It sounds like the clutch slave cylinder may not be working properly or has completely failed. The slave cylinder is what makes it easy for you to manually shift through the gears of the car. When the slave cylinder...
Your electronic key lets you lock and unlock the doors, the rear hatch and even start the car. However, it needs to be with you to do that. You also have to be within range of one of the antennas...
The issue you are writing in about is common enough that a specific diagnostic, namely a reduced engine power diagnostic is performed by technicians dispatched by YourMechanic. If you request that diagnostic, the responding certified mechanic will get this issue...
You should have the vehicle scanned. The data from the speed sensor needs to be checked to see if the transmission or engine is the cause of the jerking. You may have a transmission solenoid that's not shifting correctly, an...
Hello there. The knock sensor code can have various causes on your 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. The knock sensor circuit low, bank 1 code is telling us that the knock sensor in bank 1 that it has low circuit voltage. This...
Humming noises underneath a vehicle could be a metal to metal contact of two objects rubbing fast. This could be a heat shield, an exhaust pipe rubbing on the frame, or a tire that is rubbing the fender. Go under...
Hi there. To start with, the lights could be dimming for the alternator is not producing enough amperage. If the battery is good and holds a strong charge, put a load on the battery while the engine is running at...
