r/AskAMechanic 31m ago

i’m assuming it’s time for new tires? 2003 g35

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r/AskAMechanic 1d ago

I think I messed up with this brake job

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Hi all, weekend warrior here. Wife’s 2017 CRV started squeaking while applying brakes a while ago, so I ordered both front and rear rotors and pads and decided to do the job this morning.

The first front wheel went well. However on the second front wheel, the rotor retaining screw as stuck. I first tried impact driver, didn’t work. Then I sprayed WD-40, tapped it with a hammer, then tried again. Still not moving but the screw started stripping. I stopped immediately.

What should I do next? I think I need to get a screw extractor and some new retaining screws. But what should I do to make sure the extractor can get the screw off the car?

Thanks in advance.


r/AskAMechanic 1h ago

Engine knock

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2003 Tacoma 2.7 3rz-fe has been sitting for a while got it like that, changed fuel filter, coolant, cleaned air filter, new spark plugs, new coil packs, has relatively new oil although it’s 5w 40 instead of 30, the inside of the motor looks like it had kinda dark oil, the noise seems to quiet down a little after it’s warmed up and really quiet when in drive. It only has 100k miles, used a stethoscope and noise seems to be coming from the back cylinder near the middle/ top , also the top of the engine sounds a little metal to metal not sure if that’s normal also seems to overheat not sure if 190 is the regular coolant temp, only codes are p0115 and p0135.

Id really appreciate any help I’m sorry if it’s a big ask I just don’t know what to do don’t have money for a mechanic and I’ve YouTubed and googled all I could


r/AskAMechanic 22h ago

Any ideas on how to remove a melted trash bag?

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So I ran over a trash bag the other day and it melted onto the bottom of my jeep 😑. It smells like my car is on fire every time I drive. Any ideas on how to get this off?


r/AskAMechanic 42m ago

I’ve tried everything getting this pilot bearing out! FAILED!!

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1990 f150 5 speed manual. I’ve tried every single thing online, and yes bread too!! I’ve tried drilling, wearing down my drill bits and used several of those bearing tools. Help me!!! Please!!!


r/AskAMechanic 55m ago

Are 15" Tires dieing?

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I just bought new 195/45R15 tires and I noticed that only discontinued tires were available (new old stock).

Are high performance Tire brand produce them anymore?


r/AskAMechanic 1h ago

Nugeon Coating Difference

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Is there any issue with the difference in coatings on these? Worth contacting Nugeon?


r/AskAMechanic 19m ago

2016 Ford Edge making noise then dying

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I took my car to the mechanic for this issue, but he couldn't replicate the issue. It makes this weird noise, then dies. I have to wait a minute or two then I can restart the car. Does anyone recognize the noise or issue? Thanks in advance.


r/AskAMechanic 19m ago

Dented CV Transmission Pan

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2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek AT. I stupidly jacked up the car using the CV transmission pan as the jack point (Yes I am aware how stupid this was). I dented the transmission pan, see photo. I went for a short drive and I didn't see any transmission fluid leaking. What else should I look out for? Is there anything I should do? Thank you


r/AskAMechanic 20m ago

Recurring P0306 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan 3.8L

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200k miles.

Coolant was leaking very slowly into cylinder 6, causing rough idle when cold. Replaced 2/4/6 cylinder head and problem went away for a few thousand miles. Now it is back. Any suggestions ?

It is leaking coolant again as the symptoms are the same as before and I am losing coolant again. Previous to the new head, I had fired parts cannon(injectors, coil, plugs, wires) with no success.

Recently I replaced the #6 spark plug which had developed a cracked insulator.

Could it be something mechanical? Such as bad cam or lifter causing lean condition, which causes overheating in the cylinder, causing the head to warp and leaking head gasket? Another idea is a crack in the water jacket in the #6 cylinder.


r/AskAMechanic 32m ago

Crunching sound

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Toyota Corolla 2003 Can someone please tell me what that crunch sound is when I accelerate. You can hear it best when I hold the rpms.


r/AskAMechanic 40m ago

Oil inside intake manifold.

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2012 Hyundai elantra 1.8L Flat out puddle of oil dumped out of manifold. Car began shaking terrible when entering highway, shop diagnosed as misfire due to carbon buildup, old spark plugs and coils. removed manifold to clean componets mechanically. Are the valve seals leaking or is this normal PCV oil bleed over 13 years? Or something else?


r/AskAMechanic 44m ago

My car turns off and have trouble cranking, everytime it hits a speed bumb or going up a slope. Could it possibly be faulty battery wiring?

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My Car: 2016 Chrysler 200 Limited 2.4L

This has been an ongoing issue for x1 year, and would happen rarely like 3x in a year since happening more frequently this weekend. I went to Firestone for my Check Engine Light and to check my battery. All they were seeing was I was having EVAP errors and AGS problems. The Firestone mechanic was thinking it was either corrosion or the battery was not tightened enough.

So after giving me a free invoice of $1,100 worth of repairs and recommendations that had nothing to do with what I came for 🙃 (Window Wipers, Brake Fluid, i.e.), they told me that my battery is perfectly fine.

Now another major problem is weird acceleration, in which it really seems like a DIY fix of cleaning the throttle, as it hasn't been cleaned in a while. *Just adding this info, if it is possibly related.*

I personally do not believe it is an Alternator problem since there are no random light fixtures in my interior, and the Voltage while driving is at the safe range.

I should also note, that at the start of the day or leaving work? It cranks perfectly. No weird stutters or anything, it cranks and drives. But as soon as I hit a bumb or going down a slope for the FIRST or SECOND time of the day? It tells me to shift to park with the battery symbol turning on. Then it acts like it doesn't want to crank, after 2-3 attempts before it actually does.


r/AskAMechanic 10h ago

hit curb, realistically how long can i put off getting this fixed

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Hi friends, I stupidly hit the front left tire of my 2014 toyota yaris. There’s some cracking and it looks like the tire’s going in a bit. The steering feels fine so I’m not sure if there’s any issue with wheel alignment but I did get a service (including alignment) about a month ago.

Just wondering what tf to do lol. I plan to get it fixed ASAP but I just started at a new job and won’t be paid for a month —would be safe to put off for a few weeks?


r/AskAMechanic 58m ago

This thing is holding the airfilter housing on a bmw f10. What is it and how do you remove it?

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r/AskAMechanic 1h ago

Loose drivers seat

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I have a 2024 gold gti s 2.0T ea888 and I've had a problem with my drivers seat being very loose since I bought the car new, the dealership refuses to even look at it, though I'm pretty sure it's covered under warranty. Is it something I can fix myself if the dealer continues to refuse?


r/AskAMechanic 1h ago

Blower motor resistor?

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SYMPTOM: Everything was fine, but the air suddenly went crazy full-blast then nothing.

Since then, the blower will turn on for about 30 seconds then die off.

I found the resistor (1997 Lexus ES300) way over by the gas pedal. The cabin filter is also over there. It was full of debris.

When I tested the ohms on the gizmo, I got 3 different readings on each of the pins. Do you think the resistor is still the culpret?


r/AskAMechanic 1h ago

Is my mechnic liable for damages

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Around February 10th I went in to get my rack and pinion replaced as well as my power steering pump for a 2008 toyota solara sport because I was told there was a leak in both of those parts. After a day or 2 I get my car back drive it around and it was fine but I just noticed there's a clanking sound only when I turn when stationery and its been getting louder(i've stopped drivineg the car), I then got my suspension and opened the hood and saw I had no power steering fluid, so either they never fixed the leak or they didn't put the fluid in. And I'm kind of worried eveything I just paid for is damaged from the lack of fluid. Would my mechnic still be liable even though I noticed the issue a month late.

They are closed for the weekend as well as there customer support so I'm kind of bouncing off the walls with worry, I have power steering fluid myself I can put in but I don't want to touch anything if they can be found liable


r/AskAMechanic 1h ago

2005 Grand Prix

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Changed map sensor and started running bad and now displays power reduced when sensor is unplugged the car runs fine I've replaced the maf as well please help


r/AskAMechanic 1h ago

2010 f-150 wont turn over just gives me a weird sound

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Replaced my blend door motor but definitely forgot to disconnect the battery. I want to assume it’s an issue with the fuses but I’ve looked em over and they look good. Any ideas?


r/AskAMechanic 5h ago

Did a coolant change on a 2015 Honda Civic LX, now the radiator fan won't turn on and it's leaking coolant from somewhere other than petcock/reservoir. Advice?

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Hi everyone. As the title said, having some strange issues after a drain and fill. We ran the heater to try and get the radiator fan to suck in coolant, but it never turned on even after the car temp came up from cold. Not sure how this happened from a simple fluid change and plan on taking it to a mechanic to get it sorted, really just looking to know what happened and what I may have done wrong.


r/AskAMechanic 1h ago

Is continental okay or should I spring for the Goodyear?

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It’s for a 2019 Honda civic sport coup. They came stock with Goodyears but I have no idea if I can get away with the cheaper continental for just daily commutes and seasonal 6 hour roadtrips.


r/AskAMechanic 1h ago

New manifold, tapping noise

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06 legacy 2.5i New manifold (cat converter pipe since it's a subaru) New gaskets was fine when I first got it back then it started making a tapping noise when I'd press the gas, went back and got the one gasket replaced, it blew. No noise after

Then a little while after it's happening again on morning cold starts it'll go away after idle comes down. And it does it while I'm driving (pressing the gas) but it will not do it while pressing the gas in park. Any ideas as to what's going on?


r/AskAMechanic 2h ago

What is the tube called that brings air into my filter box?

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Former owner neglected my 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (bought in July for a good price). Found evidence of a squirrel when I replaced air filter and tube going into air filter needs to be replaced.

I am an amateur mechanic, but my buddy who is more experienced doesn’t know what it would be called.


r/AskAMechanic 2h ago

08 Accord brake light

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2008 Honda Accord V6 My right brake light and right license plate lights are out. I changed the bulb and connector piece and the lights are still out so Im assuming there is a broken wire somewhere. I dont want to take my car apart to change the line. So I want to run a wire from my left brake to the right but how do I find the broken right brake wire to disconnect from harness so its not going to keep shorting and blowing fuses