I am making a appointment for today
I am making a appointment for someone to come to my home but I don't know what to order from the site, because my engine service soon light is gone but I have a brand new air filter and a brand new air mass filter sensor put on my car a week ago, but right after it was put on the engine service soon light came back on and when I had it put back on the machine to be diagnosed again it said I needed a air mass filter sensor or reset but I have a brand new one already in the car.
My car has 115000 miles.
My car's transmission is unknown to me.
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Hi Rachael. Anytime you have a service light illuminate, it’s best to first have a professional mobile mechanic complete a check engine light inspection. When there is an electrical or mechanical fault that is causing the light to illuminate on the dashboard of your Altima, it stores an error code inside your computer. This code will pinpoint what is triggering the light, so the mechanic can complete the right repairs, reset the error codes and verify that the issue is resolved.
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If the check engine light or service engine soon light is flashing, it could indicate a critical issue. The problem may be an engine misfire that could damage the catalytic converters. In the case of a blinking check engine light, it is strongly recommended that you have your vehicle serviced immediately.
Your Nissan Altima`s master warning light will turn on when your car`s fuel tank gets close to empty as an extra reminder for you to refuel ASAP or risk getting stranded on the road somewhere.
The autimatic transmission has failed in some way or other making it impossible for the computer to tell whether it`s in gear or not thus not allowing the engine to turn over. You will need to get your car over to a dealership to have it diagnosed.
That having been said, you can probably drive safely with the service engine soon light on, as long as it is on solid and not flashing. If the service engine light is flashing, you should pull over immediately and call for roadside service and have the vehicle towed to the mechanic.
Can you drive a car with the engine light on? It`s okay to drive for a few miles, but be sure to schedule an inspection of the engine as soon as possible. If the check engine light comes on while you`re driving, don`t panic! Pay attention and see if the car is driving any differently than normal.
Depending on your car`s make and model, a solid yellow or orange light may indicate lower severity. However, it`s still a sign that you should make an appointment to diagnose and fix the problem. A flashing check engine light means you should take in your car ASAP.
If your Nissan Altima battery warning light comes on while driving, be sure to turn off your accessories, so the battery doesn`t drain further. The warning light usually means that the alternator isn`t working perfectly meaning you are operating solely on battery power.
What Does Nissan Altima Code P0303 Mean? P0303 definition: Cylinder 3 misfire detected. Issue Severity: SEVERE – Stop driving immediately. Repair Urgency: Fix this code immediately (same-day if possible) to avoid ignition failure, catalytic converter damage, and dangerous conditions.
The settings in the vehicle information display can be reset back to the factory default. To reset the vehicle information display: Select “Factory Reset” using the scroll dial (1) and push it. Select “Yes” to return all settings back to default by pushing the scroll dial (1).
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car making womp womp noise and pop
ANSWER : A common cause of a noise like that is tire belt (internal) separation, flat spot(s) on tire or other tire defects. If the tires end up being excluded during a diagnostic, the CV axles, wheel bearings, and unfortunately the transmission and clutch have to be considered. The noise on turning is suggestive of a possibly defective outer CV joint but very loose tie rods ends and ball joints can sometimes be implicated. Also, it is possible to have a bad strut bearing, in the strut mount. Keep in mind, a "combination" of faults might be in play here. Your best bet is to request a front end inspection/diagnostic during which the responding certified mechanic will get this resolved for you insofar as identifying the root cause(s) and estimating the repair for you.
I am making a appointment for today
ANSWER : Hi Rachael. Anytime you have a service light illuminate, it’s best to first have a professional mobile mechanic complete a check engine light inspection. When there is an electrical or mechanical fault that is causing the light to illuminate on the dashboard of your Altima, it stores an error code inside your computer. This code will pinpoint what is triggering the light, so the mechanic can complete the right repairs, reset the error codes and verify that the issue is resolved.
Car making weird noises when driven
ANSWER : Hello. It sounds like the front differential has a serious issue. From your explanation of the noises that were heard and the repairs that were attempted, it sounds like the side gear assembly has failed. Either the bearings have failed, or the limited slip assembly has come apart. I would typically remove the front differential cover at this time and drain the fluid. I would then inspect the fluid and housing for metal parts. Any metal shavings or pieces indicate a serious problem. If you are not comfortable with doing this type of job, then I would enlist the help of a certified mechanic, like one from YourMechanic, to inspect the differential fluid and from there, repair any damages your Jeep has.
Car making a low noticeable sound at speeds between 55 km/hr to 70km/hr.
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Diagnosing ’noises’ remotely is one of the more difficult things to do for any mechanic. However, there are a few things which could cause this noise, ranging from loose motor mounts, loose serpentine or drive belt, pulley’s or even wheel or front end suspension issues. The best way to diagnose any problem is to have a professional mobile mechanic complete a car is making a noise inspection; so they can ride with you to attempt and replicate the noise; which will help them pinpoint the source of the noise and recommend the right repairs be completed.
My tahoe is making a clicking sound in my front left Tire. I changed my wheel bearings an it still making that clicking sound.
ANSWER : Is your Tahoe 4 Wheel Drive? If so, there are front drive axles that have rubber boots that will often wear and the grease will leak out as you drive. Once the grease is gone, the joints are no longer lubricated and can make noise as they make contact. If the vehicle is not 4WD, sway bar links and worn control arms bushings are other items that may click and make noise as the suspension travels. Consider hiring an experienced technician like one from YourMechanic who can come out and take a closer look as your suspension noise to offer a more personal diagnosis.
The truck wasn’t starting up or making any noise. I replaced the starter and it still doesn’t want to start up. It just makes a clicking noise
ANSWER : Hey there. You have a bad battery or there is a bad connection in the starting system. The battery should be load tested and the state of charge should be checked with a hydrometer. Your starter requires about ten times more power from the battery than any other system in your car. Even if the headlights and all other electrical components work, it is not a good indicator of the condition of the battery. So a thorough testing of the battery should be performed first.
If the battery checks out, then the problem is a bad connection in the starting circuit. The first test I do, which may be irrelevant since you have already replaced the starter, is to tap on the starter with a hammer while someone is attempting to start it. If it cranks the motor, it needs a starter. It is possible a new starter is bad, so there is still some value in performing this test.
If this doesn’t reveal a bad starter, another simple and test is to attempt to crank the car for up to thirty seconds. Pay attention to smoke or any electrical burning smells that might occur. If you experience one of these, immediately stop and look under the hood for a hot spot in the battery cable connections. Feel both battery posts, the positive and negative battery cables, the ground connection at the frame and the main power connection at the starter. If any of these are hot or warm, it is a bad connection.
If that doesn’t reveal anything, the next step is to use a test light to see if the starter solenoid is getting power from the ignition switch. If it is not, you will need to use a test light to find our where the connection is lost. The suspect parts are the ignition switch and the neutral safety switch (aka the transmission range switch). You will need access to a wiring diagram and a test light for this portion of the testing.
If you should require further assistance, I recommend having a professional technician, like one from YourMechanic, diagnose your starting issue so that this can be repaired.
My car makes a really annoying noise and sometimes dies right after
ANSWER : Hi there. From the description you have provided your vehicle’s moaning noise and intermittent stalling problem could be any number of things. It could be a failed alternator diode making the moaning noise and affecting the idle.
A failed alternator diode(s) allows voltage to flow both directions or no flow at all resulting in noise heard and erratic electrical operation. It could be a faulty idle air control valve. The idle air control valve can make noise and would account for the erratic idle and sporadic dying. It could be an accessory component, such as an A/C compressor, serpentine belt tensioner, or idler pulley, power steering pump making noise and placing undo load on the engine at idle. If you would like to have this done, a certified professional from YourMechanic can come to your car’s location to diagnose the noise and stalling issue.
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When this occurs the noise that you are hearing will happen. I typically start by getting the vehicle in the air to check it for any worn out suspension or steering bushings. If you need to have this looked at, consider using YourMechanic, as a certified mechanic can come to your home or office to inspect your steering and suspension. From there, they will be able to make any repairs that are necessary to have this sound resolved.
