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Hello, thank you for writing in. The minimum thickness for the brake rotor should be listed on the rotor itself towards the center beyond the braking surface. It will vary depending on what rotors have been installed on the vehicle....

Hi there. If water is getting into the fuel door and flooding the gas cap area, first check the gas cap for a good seal. The cap should seal the fuel and vapors in and not leak out. If the...

Hello, thank you for writing in. Low transmission fluid will absolutely cause the issues you are having. Checking the level and condition should be top priority, and if you have not changed the fluid and filter yet, consider doing so....

Hi There, Your Dodge Shadow should hold 4 quarts of oil. Should need assistance with your oil change, please schedule an appointment with one of our experts here at YourMechanic.

Hello - the "Settings" error message, and the symptoms you describe, indicate the throttle position sensor has gone out of adjustment. Since it is adjustable on this model, this problem MAY be solved with a reset of the TPS, or...

The belts are squeaking from the belt tensioner is not strong enough or the belts are glazed and slipping. The belt would need to be checked and the tensioner checked for proper tension. The hig idle when cold may be...

Hi. Since the reverse lights turn on when you shift into gear, that is a clear indication that the mechanical portion of the shift linkage is working. I believe the shift solenoid inside the transmission might be stuck open or...

The noise is probably brake or wheel bearing related. If brake related, it might be due to the brake pad wear indicator contacting the rotors. If you desire that this problem be diagnosed by a certified Mechanic, dispatched by YourMechanic...

It is common for a bad connection in the starting system to cause problems such as this. When you add the battery charger, it give it a little extra boost in voltage. Just enough to overcome the high resistance. The...

Hi Bryant. Thanks for contacting us today. On our website, we have a rather large amount of articles on OBD-II trouble codes. If you click the blue links on the specific codes, you can read about them. P0732, P-0735, P-0775....

Hello. If just your tail and license plate lights are not working, I would first check to see if any fuses are blown. It may be possible that both of those exterior lights are on the same circuit, and the...

Hi Josh. Thanks for contacting us tonight. It must have been a pretty good hit to crack the CVT case - or hit at just the right spot. Assuming that the car is driving fine now, the only potential issues...

The pinging sound can be caused by many different faults. Without more detail about the noise, I will take the best guess I can at this point. If the vehicle is pinging at idle there is a chance that...

Hello there, one of the commonly replaced parts on the 2009 BMW 535i is the hydraulic fluid filled bushings. These suspension components wear over time from absorbing the road shock. When the fluid filled bushings leak, it is important to...

Hi there! The smoke/steam coming from the radiator hose is a sign that coolant is likely leaking and the vehicle is overheating. I suggest replacing the punctured radiator hose, then pressure testing the cooling system to determine if there are...

Among common possibilities for degraded acceleration are throttle body faults (electronic throttle controls, mass airflow sensor, torn air intake hose), worn out spark plugs, faulty fuel pump or restricted fuel system, and large vacuum leaks (including EGR malfunctions, PCV system,...

I'm not clear on where you see your leak, but if it is in the radiator tank itself, that will mean you at least need a radiator. If the car ran hot until it shut off, there may have been...

You may have a blower motor that has "dead spots" when it's winding. Sometimes you can tap on the motor if it doesn't start to move again. I would try performing this simple tap test and if it starts to...

Hello. You will be able to install the new ignition and key but the Mitsubishi dealership or a capable Locksmith will have to reprogram the key to the car for you. I worked at a Mitsubishi dealership for a few...

You should check each pulley and tensioner or component driven by the belt to see if one of the components are seized that caused the belt to come off. Have a mechanic like one from YourMechanic to come to you...

The switch in the door frame is probably not making good contact. That is fairly easy to test just by bypassing the switch. If that is not the issue, a simple trace of the dome light circuit will reveal the...

Issues with starting the vehicle can be caused by a few different things. A few things to look at would be the starter, the starter solenoid, the battery, and the ignition switch. These are the components that make up the...

You can use the key to open and close the windows and moon roof on your Accord. Just follow these steps: Place the key in the driver side door lock. Turn it to the right and let go. Turn...