I have a 2015 GMC Silverado with the 6.2-litre engine. It has recently developed a tapping sound (like a bad lifter). Having done some research, it looks as if this model with this engine has a bad ...

I drive a 2009 Honda Pilot Touring 4WD. I hear some knocking when I start the engine. It eventually becomes relatively quiet after a minute or two. Would it be a good idea to start using synthetic oil ...

I have discovered an engine knocking noise and severe diesel blow-by problem in my 2015 Nissan X-Trail 1.6-litre diesel. Do we spend $10,000 for a second-hand engine and have that fitted? The car has ...

This sounds like a classic case of a hydraulic lifter (also called a lash adjuster) that is dying a slow death. These components rely on engine oil pressure to maintain the correct clearance between ...

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Q: There is a tapping sound coming from the engine of my vehicle. How do I go about diagnosing what this might be and how much a repair would cost? A: A repair technician will use a mechanic’s ...

Well we would suggest that you remove the rocker cover and investigate the noise, ie check to see if all valves are operating correctly. If all okay then it maybe that one of your sensors is faulty, ...

Knock sensors are devices used in internal combustion engines to detect engine knock or detonation. The knock sensor detects vibrations and sends a signal to the engine control module (ECM), to ...

Disgruntled car owners and alarmed mechanics have created seemingly endless amounts of TikTok videos about major issues with newer vehicles. Recently, mechanic Red_beard16 (@red_beard16) went viral ...