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Toyota recommends changing the engine oil and filter on the 1999 4 cylinder Camry every 12,000 kilometers. Changing the oil, and performing other maintenance, using a mobile service such as YourMechanic, can save you a lot of money. If you...

Hi There, As you may know the oxygen sensors which are part of your emissions system read exhaust gases to determine whether or not the appropriate amount of oxygen is present in the exhaust. Based upon this reading, this information...

It is difficult to answer without knowing whether this is a factory courtesy light. If in fact it is, the ground control side of the light should be a part of the dash light dimmer switch. This switch is an...

A common failure for these systems is water intrusion into the camera. If you look closely at the lens and see a droplet of water inside the camera, moisture has made it's way into the unit and may have caused...

Hey there, thanks for writing in about your 1994 Chrysler New Yorker. Start your engine and let it idle in park for at least 5 minutes. Listen and check the engine for any vacuum leaks or inlet air tube leaks....

Both the 2.7L V6 and the 3.5L V6 engines used in the 2004 Intrepid require 4 oxygen sensors, 2 upstream and 2 downstream. If you desire that these sensors be replaced by a certified Mechanic, dispatched by YourMechanic right to...

The battery has a limited lifespan of between two and five years. A battery life can be shortened by lack of maintenance, leaving lights on and causing a discharge, charging system problems, or defective cables. A battery is made up...

Do you know if there are any exhaust leaks before the sensor? This code trips when the O2 sensor is not switching back an forth between rich and lean as fast as the computer is setting the conditions. This can...

Hello. There is a possible recall for the ignition control module on your vehicle. You will need to contact a GM dealer and see if your vehicle is on the recall list for the recall [03v231000](http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/owners/SearchResults?searchType=ID&targetCategory=R&searchCriteria.nhtsa_ids=03V231000) ignition control module failure....

Hi there. Try putting the transmission in drive and reverse back and forth. If the clunk is heard in both directions and the clunk changes in sound pitch, then there is a universal joint that has the bearings burned up...

Every state will vary as well as the person performing the inspection. However, in most states, a crack larger than 4 inches will not pass this kind of safety inspection. There are also different types of cracks that have different...

Hi there. When a vehicle sits for a long period of time any number of things can cause this to occur. From the symptoms you are explaining, I would suspect a fuel issue. When a vehicle sits for this long...

The Battery Light on the dashboard typically indicates an issue concerning the vehicle's charging system. This usually points to an alternator that cannot maintain the charge of the battery. The alternator is on a fused circuit, and fuses should be...

The space is very tight and you may have to do a little extra maneuvering or you may need to take out a couple extra parts for room so that you can wiggle things out. If you are still looking...

Your new module will need to be programmed with your VIN and a dealer pin number to get the anti-thief system to work properly. A DRB3 or STAR scanner is necessary to get this done.

First, check fuses for ignition and the engine management computer (ECU). Do you hear even the slightest "click" from the starter area? If so, the starter solenoid has failed. Given the age of your Toyota, the ignition switch or...

Fuel systems are very complex. They include dozens of components such as the pump, filter, lines, regulator, rails and injectors. If you suspect a problem with your fuel system, the best advice is to bring your vehicle to a trained...

This light is signaling that there is a problem with your security system. The codes will need to be read with a scan tool. The codes that are found in the system will let a mechanic know what system needs...

Hi, have you taken the car to get the computer scanned? Typically when the ABS light is on the Check Engine Light should also be on, this lets you know that the computer has detected a fault in the ABS...

ABS control unit failures are pretty common on these cars, and cause several warning lights to illuminate when they fail, as well as set faults in almost every control module in the car. Based on the information provided, it's very...

Is the sensor totally pushed in and hanging by the wires or pushed in a little? Either way you have to determine which parts are damaged: the sensor itself, the bezel for it or the bumper. The sensor and bezel...

Installing a spark plug incorrect is most likely caused by the gap of the plug is incorrect or hit when installing it closing the gap. The spark plug may also get cracked when installing the plug. After any of these...

Hi. The vehicle is equipped with many suspension components that involve rubber bushings for comfort and noise dampening. Dry-rot or large cracks in these bushings are signs of age and wear and must be corrected to avoid problems from noise...

Hi Steven. Thanks for the question today. In most cases, what you're describing is caused by either a failed cold start injector, mass air flow sensor, or an idle control valve that is clogged with excessive carbon deposits. This is...