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Hi there. Having to use a breaker bar, to free the engine from being locked-up, does not sound promising. Removing the serpentine belt, would eliminate an accessory component (ie; seized alternator) that may be preventing the engine from turning over....

You need climate control to make sure that you’re cool in the summer and warm in the winter. Your car’s Heating and Air Conditioning system gives you the ability to maintain the ideal temperature inside the cabin at all times....

Hello, This is something you will want to contact your finance (lender) company about. Unfortunately, we do not provide loan or registration services here at YourMechanic.

Hi there. The noise that you are hearing could be either the front axle engagement solenoid or the gear lash on the pinion and ring gear on the front axle could be too much. Check to see if the front...

The vibration or bumping you are getting is due to one or more items that are binding. The upper strut bearing, lower ball joint or the tie rod end is binding from wear or lack of lubrication. A proper inspection...

Hello there, A few different faults can cause the vehicle to not start. The most common would be the battery, starter, battery cable, fuel pump, fuel filter, ignition switch wiring fault. A qualified technician such as one from YourMechanic will...

A few components can cause the vibration in drive. The most common causes are bad engine mounts, low fuel pressure, or problems with the torque converter or transmission mounts. I recommend having a technician, such as one from YourMechanic, inspect...

Hi there. Check the transmission and see if there is an oil leak. If the transmission oil is full, then there could be an issue inside the transmission causing the vehicle to sputter as the overdrive clutch is engaged. I...

Your car is equipped with a security system that turns off the fuel system detects if the car is being stolen. This can be caused by a key, the key sensor, or the anti-theft module. The most common cause of...

There are numerous potential causes for the symptoms you are experiencing. However, one thing that comes to mind is the torque converter. The torque converter clutch is usually applied at speeds above 30 mph when the transmission is in 2nd,...

Anytime there is no or low coolant in a vehicle, it can be very harmful to the engine. Low coolant can cause a seized engine or a blown head gasket. It is recommended that you have the vehicle towed...

An issue like this is not unusual and can be resolved if you request an engine diagnostic. During such a diagnostic, the certified mechanic would come to your location and run through all the possible causes of engine misoperation at...

Hey there. When you say you checked the fuses & the relays, and everything was getting power, did you check the actual outlet for power? You can use a voltmeter to test the available voltage at the bulb socket. You...

Sent CS a billing question on the price of a new 3.7L engine for a 2008 Jeep Commander.

Hello. A knock can be caused by a number of things. It can be as serious as an internal engine failure or it may be a misfire or a failure in the timing belt. When a knock occurs I always...

Hello there, thank you for asking about your 1989 Buick Reatta. You may have more than one problem going on. Typically, a hard pedal is caused by a problem with the brake booster. If the ABS light is on, the...

The Shift Position indicator on the dash of your car is pretty self-explanatory. It is just an indication of what gear the transmission is currently in, from park to reverse, drive, first and second. However, you’ll also find that it...

Hey there. When a situation is up and down like this you want to start by taking back to the basics. Take your battery to have it tested. Most automotive parts stores can do this for free. A test can...

From your description it sounds like your starter and/or flexplate (flyhwheel if you have a manual transmission) may be damaged. A professional technician, such as the ones at YourMechanic, will be able to give you a definitive answer when they...

There are two hoses that go to the heater core on the firewall, these two hoses would need to be hooked together. This is the only way to bypass the heater. If you need some assistance with this, consider enlisting...

I would start by having the battery charged and tested. More than likely, however, the battery will require replacement since the vehicle has been sitting for years. There is no reason to assume the starter went bad just from sitting....

Hello. Thanks for writing in about your 2013 Nissan Cube. I would suggest having idle air control valve tested and the operation of the pedal position sensor checked with a scan tool or multimeter. It sounds like the idle air...