Maintenance & Repairs - October 2006

3 is the sport mode for many cars. For my BMW its Sport 3. I like to go in S3 on the freeway sometimes, the acceleration is amazing. But of course the RPM is very high, sometimes getting past 6000 at over 100 miles an hour. I only use 3 very rare, but its really fun. not sure if its safe for the engine , transmission. thanks

2006-10-02 16:38:32 · 8 answers · asked by Kristian55 3

I'm very interested in purchasing a 96 nissan maxima from a seller. The thing is, the car has been lowered. I believe the way it was done was to cut something out of the car, I'm not sure if it was the struts or what. Some of you people may know. The car rides a little rough.

Anyways, I know it would be too expensive to get the car raised back up, so would it be possible to buy something else to put in the suspension, maybe shorter coils or something, to make it ride smoother? I really don't know what I'm talking about when it comes to this.

I can put up with the semi-rough ride, but it would be great if I can keep it lowered but improve the roughness with a minimal cost to me.

Thanks a lot.

2006-10-02 16:15:19 · 3 answers · asked by Epic 1

What is the difference between the mid 90's 4.6 liter v-8 engines? I have rode in both cars with the same engine in them, but the mustang seems to have so much more torque, and it hits the high rpms quick and hard. The crown victoria doesn't have the police package and it doesnt seem to have the same engine response. Can someone give me a link with some specs for these 2 engines? Or tell me what the differences are?

2006-10-02 16:14:21 · 6 answers · asked by Metal 4

the first 2 levels dont blow a single bit of air like they are supposed to, but when i get to the third and fourth level, it blows air?

2006-10-02 16:12:30 · 5 answers · asked by Andrew E 2

I need to beat The Dieselman in a race, but he has $50000 put into it, and its a Dodge Ram dually, dual cab

2006-10-02 15:56:05 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

I think I have to change the oxygen sensor on my BMW. Problem is i don't know exactly what they do. In cold mornings the RPM keeps fluctuating and is very low, when it gets under 500 RPM, of course it stops. Someone told me the oxygen sensor might be the problem, not sure though. Thanks

2006-10-02 15:45:56 · 9 answers · asked by Kristian55 3

ok i have a 1994 acura integra rs atou trans, and i had some valve done to my car awhile ago because one of them was ticking pretty loudly, but now that it is not ticking and working fine (valves) my car in the morning turns on fine but the rpms sore down to 0 (zero) and the car shuts off most of the time when i put into drive right away without letting it warm up, now i was told that the timing belkt is badd, but i dont know, i really dont want to put a new one if i dont have too, what do you think???.......professionals please help me!!!....please let me know if you need more info to figure out what it may be!...thanks alot!!

2006-10-02 15:33:25 · 2 answers · asked by OneProudRican716 2

I have a brake booster I've had rebuilt THREE times. it's just not doing the job. I need a new one. If that means one that's been sitting in a box for 20 years, great. Or if it means a premium part that's more than I need, that's good too.

2006-10-02 14:55:01 · 8 answers · asked by riley_ray 1

I need to find a diagram that shows each component of the A/C system, including where all the hoses and lines hook up. I am doing a complete overhaul of my A/C system, but I want to make sure it is put back together right. I have a Hayne's manual but it doesn't give a full diagram, just bits and pieces but nothing with everything. Please let me know of where I can find one. Thanks.

2006-10-02 14:34:14 · 3 answers · asked by JG 2

2006-10-02 14:33:59 · 13 answers · asked by callis74 1

2006-10-02 14:24:06 · 8 answers · asked by deepseafishin2003 1

2006-10-02 14:23:54 · 2 answers · asked by ww200523 1

Michelin® X-Radial DT P205/70R15 All Season Passenger Car $103.99

Michelin® Symmetry P205/70SR15 All-Season Passenger Car $102.99

BFGoodrich® Premier® Touring P205/70R15 Luxury Touring $68.99

BFGoodrich® Radial Long Trail T/A P205/70R15 Light Truck\SUV All-Season $88.99

BFGoodrich® Winter Slalom® P205/70R15 Winter Tire $67.99

Michelin® ™ X-Ice™ 205/70R15 Passenger Car or Minivan Winter Tire $93.99

BFGoodrich® Winter Slalom® P205/70R15 Studded Winter Tire $79.99


Can I get winter tires even though it snows here maybe 5 days a year? They are the cheapest. These prices are from Costco.

2006-10-02 14:18:05 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

What is the average lifespan of a car battery??

2006-10-02 14:12:10 · 12 answers · asked by romeny_68 1

Gasoline in my area has declined from $3.05 a gallon in August to $2.05 a gallon in September. I know of nothing else on the market that could possibly go down in price that fast in that little time. I know it will go up again just as fast as it has gone down too so I'm still conserving.

2006-10-02 14:11:43 · 21 answers · asked by Toddacanda 5

I'm trying to learn about engines, and I would like to know what lifters are and what their purpose is within an engine? Where are they located in an engine without pushrods/ an engine that has overhead cams? Are they in between the rocker arm and the cam lobe? I've tried searching, but I cannot find an answer. Thank you-David.

2006-10-02 13:55:01 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

What is more viscous, 10w 50 iol or 10w 30 oil?

2006-10-02 13:53:56 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

I changed the steering gear, hoses and pump on above auto. It "sticks" on slight left or right turn at high speeds. It seems as if the pumpisn't working and I hear a slight "howl. It goes away when I turn the wheel a little further (dangerous at 70 MPH). Is it the pump or the gear? I suspect the bypass valve on the pump. Any help would be appreciated. Thanx, Bill

2006-10-02 13:51:37 · 1 answers · asked by William Clark 1

2006-10-02 13:40:13 · 1 answers · asked by dd 1

I need to cahnge the thermostat on my car. It over heats too much and theres pletny of coolant. Also I need to know what to set the temprature to. 180 or 195? Thank you so much.

2006-10-02 13:38:24 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-10-02 13:31:47 · 4 answers · asked by The Answer 1

I have a 2003 BMW 325i sedan. It is time for the brakes to be replaced. Do I need to take it to the nearest BMW dealer to have them replaced or will any brand of brakes work?

2006-10-02 13:28:31 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

I only used it a couple of times, so it's like new, but a year old. its the orange one. Thanks :)

2006-10-02 13:25:01 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

It's a 93 Topaz. It also pulls to the right when I let go of the steering. Was told it needs a front-end alignment. Any thoughts?

Thanks in advance.

2006-10-02 13:19:52 · 13 answers · asked by IllegalMexicanImmigrant 2

2006-10-02 13:18:40 · 12 answers · asked by appleater2003 1

I need the correct firing order for a 2.8L engine thats in a 83 chevrolet Blazer

2006-10-02 13:05:42 · 6 answers · asked by Steve I 1

2006-10-02 12:55:55 · 1 answers · asked by FTFD_617 1

my car is parking now in an open garage for 14 months.
is there a chance It may work again?
what should I do SPECIFICALLY to get the car working?
thank you in advance

2006-10-02 12:51:58 · 9 answers · asked by resimc 2 2

it is an optional car potection from the dealer.

2006-10-02 12:50:54 · 1 answers · asked by Buck J 1

2006-10-02 12:34:24 · 9 answers · asked by ted w 1