Q: Car starting, but starved for gas

The engine switch has four positions: Off, ACC, On, and Start. When you insert the key, the switch will automatically be in the Off position. Rotate the key clockwise one position to reach the ACC position, where some electrical components...

Hi there. Engine overheating can cause catastrophic engine damage so I suggest you address this issue as soon as possible. I would start by pressure testing the cooling system. This test uses dedicated equipment to pressurize the system and pinpoint...

Hello. Codes P0456 (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/p0456-obd-ii-trouble-code-evaporative-emissions-system-small-leak-detected-by-jay-safford) and P0131 (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/p0131-obd-ii-trouble-code-oxygen-sensor-fault) can come up from a serious exhaust leak. From what you are explaining, it sounds like this is the issue. The exhaust leak will need to be located and repaired before further testing....

In most cases, a clicking sound coming from the starter is due to either the starter motor being damaged or the starter relay (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-long-does-a-starter-relay-last) to the starter motor being damaged. This would support your suggestion that the starter is not...

Hello there, you have a few problems with your 2007 Nissan Altima. If coolant ran out after it was put in there is a leak somewhere in the system. The most common places for a leak are the radiator, coolant...

Hi - the crank position sensor on the V6s is located at the "nose" (passenger side) of the engine, way down low. Rather restricted access. Will require safely raising and supporting the car, and access from underneath the engine. If...

Hey there. This may also be caused by what is called the fuel pressure regulator (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/fuel-pressure-regulator-replacement). This is a unit that helps to maintain the fuel pressure at the proper level. When this is not working properly, the fuel pump...

Hello, It sounds like the vehicle may be out of fuel. If the engine has shut down (regardless of the reason), the power steering will no longer work, which is why the steering was hard to turn. I would recommend...

Hi there. A worn torque converter will not cause the transmission to just loose the top gears only. A worn torque converter will cause the transmission to not drive or to have a lack of power to the wheels. The...