I hear you, tracing oil leaks is hard! I suspect as you do that the leak is at the "nose" or front of the engine (possibly at the front crankshaft seal), and the higher oil pressure at road speed and...
Your engine is getting coolant into it and producing the white smoke out the tail pipe. The coolant could be getting into the motor from the intake, head gaskets, or head crack. The system would need to be checked to...
You may have left over coolant inside the heater core that will still leak out onto the flood until the core is empty. You can blow air into the open heater core lines in engine compartment to get out excessive...
What you are describing sounds like hesitation. The most common cause of hesitation is the MAF, or Mass Air Flow sensor. This sensor is solely responsible for measuring the air going into the engine, and with the air, the computer...
Hi there. At first glance, I would not assume that the voltage issues you are experiencing is related to a faulty alternator itself. It's more likely that you have a faulty electrical connection or harness that is causing the inconsistent...
If your engine starts and runs, then the answer is: "Yes, your fuel pump is working." But what if your engine doesn't start and run? Is your fuel pump working then? This is actually one of the first things that...
It sounds like your shifter cable may have come loose. What happens over time the bushing for the the shifter cable that connects to the linkage on the transmission becomes worn and needs replacing because it will not stay connected....
It sounds like the AC lines may still have a leak in them as indicated by the hissing sound you describe. This is a common sound when there is a leak in the AC system. As the AC compressor builds...
Hello. There are several reasons why your car might be low on power. Some of these are related to the turbocharging system: lose high pressure hoses, blow-off valve control hoses, and circuitry (regulates the amount of boost to the engine...
Hello, thank you for writing in. It is likely they were not installed correctly. It may be that they were left loose, or any number of other installation issues. Typically installing wiper blades is straight forward and easy. The best...
I'm trying my best to follow.. Normally you will engage the clutch as you are shifting gears, as pressing the clutch is the same (essentially) as putting the stick into neutral. So if I am following this correctly, the car...
Hi there. I usually start with the idle air valve in these cases, as it sounds like it might be sticking. Checking fuel supply - fuel pressure, filter, dirty injectors, as you have noted - is a good idea. You...
Hello. I found a couple links that may be of help to you. There are also a few sellers on eBay that I have run across which have great reviews. Though before purchasing, I suggest you send the seller a...
Ultimately, you are the only one that can make that decision. I would suggest having a mechanic do a vehicle inspection before setting out on a long trip like this, as 3000 miles will pass some maintenance milestones. Having an...
Common causes of overheating include low coolant level, a faulty thermostat, a plugged radiator, collapsed hoses, non functioning cooling fans, and a faulty water pump or drive belt. Certain engine faults, such as a leaking head gasket or poor engine...
Hi there. Most often, this problem is due to a dirty or failed wheel speed sensor. The ABS and TCS systems depend on wheel speed readings from these sensors. Cleaning the sensor heads, and the inductance rings on the wheel...
I would recommend Consulting with the dealership that recommended the replacement of the ECM. If the old ECM was good this would be considered a missed diagnosis on the part of the dealership.
Hi there. Check the coolant hoses and heater hoses for any leaks. If there are no leaks, then check the core plugs (freeze plugs) on the engine for any leaks or signs of leaks. If there is no visible leak,...
Hello. In order to be able to help you I need to know what kind of vehicle this is. The primary concern is that you have a misfire issue. This can be caused by any number of things so a...
Hi...unbalanced wheels and tires, tire defects and bent wheels, and loose, worn out suspension parts are the typical causes of vehicle front end vibration at speed. It is also possible that loose, or defective, motor mounts can be a cause...
It sounds like you may have a brake pad that's in backwards or a clip that is out of position. The best thing to do is to drive slow and have someone walk next to the vehicle and listen to...
What you are describing sounds like a faulty starter solenoid. A faulty starter solenoid will generally produce a clicking sound when turning the key. The starter solenoid is located on the starter and has internal electrical contacts that transmit electricity...
