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Hello, thank you for writing in. The crankshaft position sensor is located on the back of the engine towards the top of the transmission bell housing. It will be towards the driver's side, and be tucked in close to the...

Hi - your symptoms suggest the power steering system (https://www.yourmechanic.com/question/power-steering-leak_2) has either run low on fluid, sucking air into the system, or the system filter is clogged, creating air in the system through cavitation of the pump (vacuum bubbles). I...

Hi. A leaking engine oil cooler is considered an oil leak and can cause damage if the engine oil level is not maintained. Have the engine oil cooler replaced (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/oil-cooler-replacement) by an experienced technician. Have the technician inspect the vehicle...

Hello, It sounds like you may have a voltage regulation problem which may be preventing the alternator from doing it's job properly. The voltage regulator is a unit that regulates the charging of the battery by the alternator (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/alternator-replacement) and...

You must hire an automotive technician, like one from YourMechanic, to perform a parasitic drainage test (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/battery-will-not-hold-a-charge-inspection) on the vehicles electrical system. The mechanic will install a device to read system voltage to check for the drain and can pull...