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Hi there. A faulty wheel bearing will generally cause a growling noise similar to a chopping or cupping wear on the inner or outer edge of one or more tires. To determine this, the tire on the suspected wheel of...

Any kind of water loss is usually not good. You cars performance completely depends on the cooling system. Your vehicle gets too hot, and the engine is destroyed. Do not run the vehicle out of coolant. There is not enough...

It is unfortunate that this has happened on such a new car. On the outside chance, it may just be a stuck button. If dirt or sticky liquids like soda or coffee ever got behind it, that could be making...

It is possible that this could have been a fluke issue. However if this is not the case I would recommend having your transmission inspected by a qualified professional to determine if everything is functioning properly.

Thank you for your inquiry. Your assumptions are very close, especially if your vehicle has a dual-zone system where the driver and passenger can enjoy different temperatures. Have a certified mechanic, like the ones at YourMechanic, inspect the system and...

A blown head gasket is in most cases the final leg for an engine. This causes damage and allows fluids to mix which means other systems may have to be flushed as well. Many head gasket repair costs come close...

Yes you should use a good anaerobic sealer with the paper gasket applied to water pump and engine to hold and seal gasket.

Engine misfires can be caused by many different problems and are generally caused by either a spark or fuel issue or in some cases, a combination of both. Spark related problems generally will result from things like ignition coils, crankshaft...

The reason they do that is to make them more aerodynamic, so that they get better gas mileage ratings for the Federal Government and so that they get points from the government. So go ahead and take them off if...

Hello. If the tow bar is designed for a VZ Commodore it is not likely that it will be a direct fit for another vehicle. The two chassis do share a similar layout, however the mounting may differ, as they...

Hello. It sounds like you have a voltage problem. It may be a bad connection at the battery or at one of the ground connections. Both will commonly occur. Any loss of voltage will cause some serious module communication issues....

Hi there. The oil smoke seen, should have had a bluish tint and did not quickly dissipate. There are several possibilities for engine oil consumption. The most likely cause for your engine, is a failed oil seal in the turbocharger....

Hi Jose. Thanks for contacting us tonight. When you have problems like you’ve described, it is usually caused by one of two possible sources. Either the shift interlock solenoid is damaged, or there is internal damage or fluid obstructions inside...

Have the drive shaft joints and rear axle pinion bearing checked to see if they have excessive play. Also, check to see if you have any broken motor or transmission mounts. This should help narrow down the problem for you....

The twilight sentinel on your vehicle is composed of a light sensitive photo cell, a module, and the twilight sentinel switch which works in conjunction and parallel to the normal headlamp switch. Since the sentinel portion is not working at...

Hi. As coolant is burned through the combustion chamber, it travels through the exhaust which can damage your catalytic converter. This will lead to the clogging of your exhaust and can cause different problems with your vehicle. If you need...

There are speedometer calibration tuners available for the Ranger. Hypertech makes one; it is typically used for calibrating for different-sized tires. According to Hypertech, this will correct the odometer reading as well.

Hello there, thank you for asking about your 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. If you jump the fuel pump relay and still do not get fuel pressure, then you may have wired the fuel pump in backwards. The pump may be running...

You are correct in that if the crankshaft bolt does break, this may cause some serious engine damage, even beyond the damage related to the timing components as there are other accessories that are driven by the crankshaft pulley as...

Hi there. I would not recommend bypassing any electrical connections that are used in conjunction with any security system. It typically creates more problems than helps. You might want to consult with a local car audio / alarm installation company...

Hello. The foggy substance on your headlights is known as oxidation. Normally it will only form on the outside of the headlight but at times find its way to the inside due to moisture. To clean the oxidation on the...

As far as I know, all vehicles meant to be used in the United States should have a double latch system. These systems have a primary latch which holds the hood down all the way and is released by the...

Hi there. On most GM V-8's there are four total engine mounts and two transmission mounts. If you'd like to receive a price estimate to have your engine mounts replaced, please click this link to be forwarded to the engine...

The transmission cooler and cooler lines are in the front of your car, and may have developed a leak. There are no common problems known, but red fluid could be your transmission fluid. You should not drive the car until...

Hello there. The type of issues you have described are not uncommon with the newer F series diesel trucks. The technical service bulletins are put out as a way to get vehicles repaired properly once a common failure point is...