Maintenance & Repairs - October 2006

2006-10-24 10:15:24 · 2 answers · asked by Blake M 1

Ok maybe not THAT many but it does have a lot.
But my problem is that when we drive down the road and for some strange reason it happens more when we are doing like 50 mph on the highway than on Main St.
But the problem is that is jerks. That's the only way I know to describe it. Suppose you were going down the road at 25 mph and then suddenly SLAMMED on the brakes. That's how it sort of jerks. And I don't know if it's bad gas, if it's a kinked wire somewhere or ??????? All I know of vehicles is the gas pedal, the steering wheel and the radio.
So when I take it to the mechanic, what do I say? Just that it doens't drive right? It gives sort of a choppy ride too sometimes. (simialar to riding a boat on rough water)
What could be wrong?
Hope it doesn't cost too much.

2006-10-24 10:15:05 · 6 answers · asked by helpme1 5

I've got a '93 Ford F-350 7.3 liter deisel.The rear brakes are the only ones with anti-lock the front doesn't,when I unhook the rear brakes and just use the front the brakes are stiff and work great.But when I hook the rear breaks up the brake pedal is extremely spongy and the anti-lock brake light comes on.Replaced the master cylinder and still having the same problem.Any suggestions?

2006-10-24 10:14:33 · 5 answers · asked by ROBERT B 1

I currently drive a 98 Chevy Malibu with 150K+ miles. It is definitely getting near retirement, but I need it for at least another year. Several weeks ago it started stalling out at lights, shaking a bit before stalling out. I took it into the shop and they said I need to replace my fuel pump regulator and fuel filter.

I paid a few hundred bucks drove it home, and now when I am idle the car shakes like there's an earthquake. I called the shop back and they said the transmission and radiator needed to be flushed, but the shaking never happened to this degree before and I'm wondering why it suddenly started after getting it fixed.

Do think that flushing the coolant and transmission fluid will make it better or is something bigger going on?

2006-10-24 10:11:17 · 2 answers · asked by janehart21 2

I live in Ohio and I have a 1985 Chevy Diesel pickup. The problem is that I need to leave it sit for about 10 hours while I am at work and I will not have the option to plug it in during this time (like I do when it sits at home over night). I've heard that starting a diesel in cold weather can damage the engine if it is not heated. Do I need to be concerned about doing damage to the engine when I start it after work? At what temperature might I have to worry about this? At what temperature does diesel fuel start to jell?

2006-10-24 09:57:33 · 16 answers · asked by eroticohio 5

what preparation do i need to do before trying to start the engine the car is a 95 mondeo 2ltr injection 16v

2006-10-24 09:57:30 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous

well creskin thanks for your reply just to hear you say the radiator it all comes to a clear view to me. my ac will not hold freon, & the engine shakes and i guess thats why the guy want to do the flush. the other choices you gave me i now nothing about. and would the flush help the guy determine whats wrong with the car. and can it be repaired.

2006-10-24 09:57:00 · 3 answers · asked by mickey 1

i have noticed quite a lot glassfibre stuff coming out from the exhaust of my '93 astra, i have looked at the exhaust and cant see any hole or anything so why is this happening, what needs to be done and what effect will is have as the car seems to still be driving ok..

2006-10-24 09:55:37 · 12 answers · asked by stephenpowell25@btinternet.com 1

It was running fine and then one night when driving home it just shut off and i havent gotten it to start since, it tries to start when i try to turn it over and it sounds normal(no metal or grinding or anything abnormal).
there is no gas coming from the fuel injector, we unhooked the gas line to the injector and the gas is getting pumped to the injector and the fuel pump kicks on fine.
We also looked at the spark plugs and they get no spark we i try to turn it over.
We also checked all the fuses and they were fine.
My friend was lookin for a fuel reset switch but we cant seem to find it on the 88 celebrity,looked all in the trunk but couldnt find it.
Thanks for any help.

2006-10-24 09:35:30 · 8 answers · asked by believersvoice 1

i have a 1989 pontaic firebird v6 and for the past few days when i start it it takes a lil bit longer then what it usaully does everything is fine on it but is it because the starter is goin out or just that its to cold outside for the engine

2006-10-24 09:31:28 · 4 answers · asked by jeremy f 1

2006-10-24 09:03:07 · 10 answers · asked by csnape2003 3

When I picked it up - it pulled severly to the right on braking !!!
I took it back and they said something about corrosion !!! They messed with the right wheel .The pulling has stopped but the drivers front wheel is getting very hot and it stinks !!!!

Any ideas - I think they see a woman and tell you a load of rubbish - I'm worried I drive my kids in that car.

I'm taking it back tomorrow but I want to be informed and asking the right questions.

Thanks.

2006-10-24 08:50:38 · 16 answers · asked by debbie d 2

plugs and still I have a problem it is also shifting before time, it runs fine on level ground but when there is a little hill it seems to pull back like i got my brakes on and i dont then it shifts and surges forward i hope someone out there understands what i am trying to ask, thank you

2006-10-24 08:05:32 · 7 answers · asked by goofy 1

i have a 84 ford 6 cyl it's stiff to turn over new starter,battery solinode, battery termaniles spark plugs cap rotor and timed to top dead centre on piston one take of all spark plug wires and still stiff. does not do it all the time can start ten times and than next time it will be stiff again . could it be something to do with my exhaust ? battery is a 1000 cca

2006-10-24 08:05:18 · 5 answers · asked by ozcar1964 1

On Sunday I went out to my Audi 2000 A4 to get into it and it was acting really weird. I put the key in and opened the door and the alarm went off. So I put the key back in but it didn't turn the alarm off. So I took the key and put it in the trunk key hole and that shut it off. Well. Turns out my battery was dead. So I replaced that but what's weird is my alarm won't set now. It won't let me lock or unlock my doors with turning the key. It will work with the trunk though. the alarm sets and everything. But if I set the alarm with the trunk key hole and I open the door with the door key hole it will set of my alarm. I'm sure there is something simple I can do to fix it but I don't know what?

2006-10-24 08:02:37 · 3 answers · asked by nightrider 1

(I live in Southern California, so the weather doesn't get too cold, if that makes any difference.)

2006-10-24 07:46:24 · 6 answers · asked by MleoG 2

2006-10-24 07:45:42 · 3 answers · asked by cjspidle 1

does anyone know where to plug one in on a 1992 chevy C1500
thanks will

2006-10-24 07:38:57 · 6 answers · asked by wilviscomputers 2

I have a 1997 Mercury Sable that needs a oxygen sensor replaced. About what can I expect to pay for it?

2006-10-24 07:31:23 · 15 answers · asked by lillielil 3

2006-10-24 07:30:01 · 3 answers · asked by DAnndra V 1

I have an 04 Mercury Sable and lately when i try to put fuel in it, it won't let me. Let me explain.....ya know when you're topping off your cars tank the gas pump handle will automatically click off? Well, that happens to me but my tank is not full. It litterally takes me like 30 minutes to fill the damn thing up cuz the pump handle keeps clicking off. I have tried other gas pumps and gas stations. Its not the pumps, its definately my car. I have a warranty on it and i'm gonna take it in, i'm just curious in the mean time.

2006-10-24 07:29:39 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-10-24 07:27:27 · 10 answers · asked by Nikki 1

2 more

A four-cylinder engine is described as having a port-type EFI fuel system. In most cases, how many injectors would you expect the engine to have?

0
1
4
8


Auto Technician A says carbon monoxide is produced when fuel is burned in an automotive engine. Auto Technician B says automobiles don't produce enough carbon monoxide to pose a safety risk to a person working in a nonventilated shop. Which of the following statements is correct?

Only Technician A is correct.
Only Technician B is correct.
Both Technician A and Technician B are correct.
Neither Technician A nor Technician B is correct.

2006-10-24 07:15:37 · 6 answers · asked by disturbed5136 1

what does a engimg being flushed has to do with a check engine light on and a failed inspection for the emission system. what is the benefits and how it will effect my engine. 2000 pontiac sunfire 2.2litter .

2006-10-24 07:15:06 · 3 answers · asked by mickey 1

I recently as this weekend put brand new brakes on my 97 Altima and the breaks are sqealing louder than the old worn out brakes did. Is there some kind of spray or lube i can put on the brakes to make them stop making so much noise? Its annoying the hell out of me.

2006-10-24 07:12:28 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

It is an expensive job and do not wish to do it IF it is not necessary.
How do I know?

2006-10-24 07:09:26 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

petrol is leaking from somwhere in my car but not sure wher, so want on estimate on a repair.

2006-10-24 07:07:09 · 8 answers · asked by MUHAMMAD R 2

Heres 2 questions I really need help w/


Two auto technicians are discussing the stages of engine operation. Auto Technician A says during the intake stage of engine operation, the intake valve is open and the piston is moving upward in the cylinder. Auto Technician B says the intake stage of engine operation is directly followed by the power stage. Which of the following statements is correct?

Only Technician A is correct.
Only Technician B is correct.
Both Technician A and Technician B are correct.
Neither Technician A nor Technician B is correct.


Auto Technician A says the total volume of all the cylinders in an engine is called the compression ratio. Auto Technician B says horsepower is a measure of the amount of twisting force created by an engine. Which of the following statements is correct?

Only Technician A is correct.
Only Technician B is correct.
Both Technician A and Technician B are correct.
Neither Technician A nor Technician B is correct.

2006-10-24 06:58:23 · 7 answers · asked by disturbed5136 1

Hi, I have an 85 f-150 4x4 was running stout till last fall when it started shifting into passing gear and back every time I went up a hill and it would run so slow didn't think it would make it to the top or going down the road.Motor runs as if there was no problem normal revs. but no speed. I hear a noise in it like a loose rocker arm or push rod. Would a clogged transmission filter cause this type of problem and sounds? Thanks!

2006-10-24 06:56:56 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

I hve a 86 Nissan p/u and I want to replace the failed factory fuel pump with an inline unit. The in tank replacement is just too expensive.

2006-10-24 06:43:26 · 3 answers · asked by archie v 2