The lack of heat being generated by your system may indicate a clogged heater core. The [heater core]((https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/heater-is-not-working-inspection) is a small radiator like unit that circulates the hot coolant from the engine through the heater core which then uses this...
The check engine light means there is a problem in the computer system that need to have a scanner to retrieve the codes stored in memory. Once the codes are retrieved you can have the codes pinpoint test done to...
Hi Jo. Thanks for contacting us tonight. There are several reasons why an engine RPM will be higher upon initial start-up. If the weather is colder than normal, the cold start injector on your Toyota Camry will naturally raise the...
Hi there. It sounds like there is a restriction in the linkage that your wiper motor is connected to. It is possible that one of the rods has been bent and now does not move as it was designed to...
Based on the information you gave, it sounds like you may be low on transmission fluid, or maybe some other internal transmission problem. The first thing I would check is the transmission fluid level. This is done with the vehicle...
Hi there. Check the oil pressure that the engine is producing. At highway speeds, if the engine is stalling out, then the oil pressure could drop to under 12 psi. The computer will sense this pressure drop and shut down...
The most likely cause of this issue would be a faulty transmission temperature sensor. I would recommend having your transmission temperature sensor inspected and tested for proper function by a qualified professional. If the transmission temperature sensor is functioning improperly,...
If the relay is not being powered, trace the circuit backward to the power source using the factory wiring diagram. You will find the interruption, or the faulty control module, if applicable, using that strategy. A similar procedure has to...
Hi there. In order to provide you with an accurate price for an oil gasket replacement, we need you to fill out this request form; as we need more detailed information about your vehicle and location. Thanks
My first question to you would be to ask you why the engine is being replaced. Did you already have the problem diagnosed and were told you need an new engine? I would need more information to properly diagnose your...
Hello and thank you for writing in! When was the last time you changed the fuel filter? The filter can have a huge effect on how much fuel is delivered to the engine. With the age of your vehicle, there...
Hello. There are few things that could cause a water leak in the trunk on your particular vehicle. Which are, faults such as the trunk not fully closing due to a faulty trunk latch or the more common problem of...
Torque convertor "shuddering" is a cycle where the torque convertor tries to lock up, can't, and re-cycles repeatedly. General Motors has a service bulletin - TSB Reference #3438A, that addresses this issue. Discuss this issue with your dealer.
When this occurs, there are a few usual culprits. The most common include: the key fob failing, the car's security system is malfunctioning, or the door lock actuators have failed. The other door lock actuators failing is the most unlikely...
Inasmuch as the car was running fine before the work was done, the likeliest explanation is that the timing was belt was installed out of position, that is one tooth off. Such will cause the engine to run very badly,...
Assuming the spark is adequate and fuel pressure is within specifications, an extremely worn out set of spark plugs may be the culprit. It could be a restricted exhaust system (i.e. a plugged catalytic converter) if you had a lack...
Hello. The gas that you used should not have any problems after only a few days. If the fuel was that low, the issue may be a failed fuel pump. When the fuel gets this low, the pump overheats and...
Hello there, this is a rare issue on the Hyundai XG300. The most likely causes would be a security control module, wiring fault, or a shorted wire. Any of these could cause the security system to engage while driving like...
Hi there. Plugging in the spark plug wires does not require a specific order; however, as you indicated they need to be plugged in to the correct location on the distributor cap and the corresponding spark plug. The vibration could...
The battery should be load tested by a professional. Load testing can only be reliably performed on a fully charged battery. If the battery passes a load test, you have to be sure it is NOT a marginal pass in...
Most likely, they are referring to the valve cover gaskets. In a sense, the valve covers are the 'top covers" of the engine. Since they are located at the top of the engine, they certainly can be leaking and not...
Hi there. First you would need to check for any codes that could be stored or pending on the ECM (computer). The code will direct you to the location area that could be the cause of the noise that occurred...
You will need to have the Check Engine Light tested and the codes diagnosed to find the cause of the high idle. Since you say you are experiencing a racing engine, you may have a bad throttle position sensor or...
