Q: Replace washer fluid sensor on 2012 tahoe

I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but it sounds like your engine is at about the end of its useful life. If a motor seizes, the piston has become so hot and expanded that its stuck in...

Hello. This is normal for this truck. Due to the design of the control systems and the variable valve timing, the computer will attempt to adjust everything during this type of maneuver. Using an aftermarket computer programmer (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-make-your-car-perform-better-by-robert-tomashek) can make...

Adding additional vacuum to the car when it is already backfiring will usually compound the problem due to the lack of fuel supply. Backfiring is most often a result of a lean condition. Adding transmission fluid to the fuel mixture...

Hi there, thanks for writing in. Typically when a problem is recognized by the on board computer (ECM), an error code will be triggered that illuminates the check engine light initially. However, this error code is also stored in the...

Hello and thank you for contacting YourMechanic. Check the fuse box for any blown fuses (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/fuse-replacement) that could have popped while the vehicle was at rest. If all of the fuses are okay, then check the condition of the battery...

If you can get into the car, you are halfway there. You can temporarily power up the system through the cigarette lighter's electrical connector. There are devices available that can plug into the power socket of your car and energize...

This is likely an evaporation emissions system leak. All modern cars are equipped with an Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) system. The EVAP system prevents fuel vapors from the fuel tank from escaping into the atmosphere. The EVAP system collects and...

Hi there. During cold weather, most vehicle will have some type of loss of power and misfire when accelerated when the engine is cold before trying to warm it up to operating temperature. The popping sound that you are hearing...

The time depends on whether you are dropping in a pre-assembled (re-built or used) axle/differential or are talking about re-building what you have. To just remove and re-install the entire assembly would require roughly 7 to 11 hours depending on...