Hi Tina. Thanks for contacting us today. It really depends on what your car is actually doing that would lead to a possible reason. If it is pulling to one side of the road, it could have been caused by...
Hi there. Thanks for contacting us today. It's quite possible that the battery terminals may have been installed backwards on accident, which would cause the electrical problems you are experiencing. It's also possible that while attaching cables, electrical relays have...
Hello, thank you for writing in. When dealing with this type of issue, start simple. For example, you should have the vehicle scanned for diagnostic codes. Even without a check engine light on, there may be codes present that relate...
It's a 13-year-old car and 3800 dollars is a bit pricey, but prices in a lot of areas are different than where I am since I am in a big city. If it's in a good shape, first thing you'd...
Hi There, If the hose is still leaking causing coolant to be lost and the vehicle continues to overheat, this could potentially result in a head gasket being damaged causing a cylinder misfire, which may cause the jerking reaction you...
Hello - The fuel pump power path includes the fuse, and the fuel pump relay (triggered by the ignition switch). The injectors are fired by the engine control module (PCM for Ford fans). There are 2 potentially separate issues here....
Hi there. Due to the fact that multiple fault codes are showing up, I'd recommend having a professional mobile mechanic come to your location to complete a check engine light inspection; so they can pinpoint what is causing each code...
Hi there. If you are feeling air pressure coming out of the engine in this area then you have a problem with warpage or a crack that is not seen. Once everything is put together and torqued then you should...
You are hearing the brake pads moving up and back in the caliper bracket. This is caused by the front rotors being warped, and it is also possible that the pads' anti-rattle clips were not installed correctly. The rotors should...
Hi There, It sounds like you may need to have your suspension components looked at. Typically suspension components will last for the life of the vehicle and do not often times need to be replaced unless subjected to abnormal conditions....
Your exhaust can get to over 500 degrees F. It should not be touched by hand or can cause burns. You should check to see if the coolant or engine oil is getting low to see if the engine has...
The stall and rattling sounds like the timing chain tensioner may have failed and the timing chain is rattling. The chain tensioner would have to be checked for failure. I recommend you have a mechanic, like ones from YourMechanic, inspect...
Hi there. What you're describing is typically an indication of damaged wheel bearings. One warning sign of a wearing out wheel bearing is a loud grinding or roaring sound that comes from the tire area of your car. This is...
The fuse must of blew when you moved the seat up. The seat motor may of shorted a wire and blew the fuse. You will need to have the system checked by a mechanic to find out why the fuse...
Hi There, A number of things may cause the car to shut off when stepping on the gas pedal such as a bad fuel pump, a vacuum leak, a clogged fuel filter or a dirty or faulty idle air control...
Hi - worn, damaged or "soft" control arm bushings will usually make themselves known as "loose" steering, requires more frequent or constant "corrections" from the steering wheel, abnormal tire wear, or the inability to get the front suspension aligned properly....
You want to make sure that the gear linkage is actually connected and functioning. Perhaps it is not really in gear but rather is stuck in neutral. If the linkage is functioning, the next thing to evaluate would be the...
Hello. This can be caused by a number of things. It can be anything from a faulty sensor to a tune-up issue. I usually check the computer for codes and check all of the sensor readings with a scan tool....
Hello. The codes listed are for problems with the electrical circuits of ignition coils A, B, and C. If the coils have been replaced it may be possible that the wiring to them is the source of the issue. You...
All-wheel drive is the best for driving in poor weather conditions. But, if you hit black ice, it really doesn't matter what set up you have, you're still going to loose traction. In theory, a vehicle with a wide...
Hi There, Unfortunately, there is no way to tell exactly how far your car will make it with a torn CV joint boot. Depending on how long this has been torn and how much damage has already occurred, this may...
When you use the system check feature, the vehicle will display all the current systems that should be serviced. To view the system check, simply use the buttons on the steering wheel to select System Check on the instrument panel....
Hello, thank you for writing in. I am sorry to hear about your situation! The very first thing to do is check the owner's manual for any information about the anti-theft system (if you have not already done so). If...
What your car is experiencing is referred to as "loss of power". Among common possibilities for loss of power are throttle body faults (electronic throttle controls, mass airflow sensor, torn air intake hose), worn out spark plugs, faulty fuel pump...
