Q: Service light on, high temperature, heat off

When looking for tires, you may run into some confusion when you see words like euro-metric or p-metric (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/converting-euro-metric-and-p-metric-tire-sizes). With all of the other ratings on tires (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/understanding-tire-service-descriptions-speed-rating-and-load-index), such as temperature, load, treadwear, and traction, adding these other terms into...

You certainly don't see many Pontiac Torrents around. The 3.4L is a common engine, however, and I know it well. Since it doesn't use a timing belt, I assume you must mean you replaced the serpentine belt. The only way...

A slight hissing sound that may increase in frequency as the vehicle speed increases may be from the brake lining wear indicator. The noise can start as a slight hiss or scratching noise and turn into a squeal as the...

Hi there, thanks for writing in. The most likely cause of this issue would be a leaking camshaft seal (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-camshaft-seal) that may need to be replaced (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/camshaft-seal-replacement). Many times the camshaft sensor will have a blockage near it that prevents...

Hello - You are correct that the torque sensor, or rather a bad torque sensor signal, is the cause of this problem. There is, however, a Ford Recall (Recall 14V284000) for this problem, so you don't have to do anything...

Hello, thank you for writing in. I would be happy to share some information with you. As with most careers, this field requires constant updates and staying on top of the latest technologies. If you are interested in this career,...

If you are losing coolant then you do have a leak somewhere. If when pressure testing there is a loss of pressure but no external leaks then you have an internal leak. You will need to remove the spark plugs...

Hi Lakeshia. Thanks for writing in today. Most of the time, when you hear a chime when the car starts, it's a safety warning indicating that either a door or seat belt is not correctly closed or a sensor that...

Hi Rodney. Thanks for contacting us today. These items are incredibly difficult to find online. Your best bet is to contact a Toyota dealership or to look for a pick-a-part "junkyard" to see if you can find a used set...