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The body shop would not be responsible for additional problems and the insurance company should cover it since this would be called a hidden problem that the body shop did not notice when giving the original estimate. They would charge...

Hi There, Code P0496 relates to the EVAP system, specifically indicating that the system has detected more flow than normal during a non-purge condition. This means that the system may be trying to purge excess pressure or fumes form the...

Hi there, thanks for writing in about your 2004 Pontiac GTO. If the weather in the area has been very hot, you can expect a rise in the operating temperature of a vehicle. The cooling system works to remove as...

I would think the noise is from the belt tensioner pulley or the bearing in the compressor pulley. I would have the noise checked sooner then later since a failed bearing or pulley can leave you stranded on the road...

Hi Anthony. Thanks for contacting us today. In most cases, a hard to start issue after completing wholesale changes is caused by something very simple - such as a loose or damaged ground wire to the coil, distributor or other...

Hey there, thanks for writing in about your 2005 Pontiac GTO. Worn idler pulleys (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/idler-pulley-replacement) or accessory components along the belt drive system may make noise as a sign the bearings are failing (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/wheel-bearings-replacement). As far as the brands, stick...

It seems as if your vehicle may be having problems with the voltage in the electrical system. Have the battery terminals inspected for cleanliness (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-clean-battery-terminal-connections-on-a-car) and integrity, and then test the battery (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-check-a-car-battery) and charging systems. A failing alternator assembly,...