Maintenance & Repairs - November 2006

I drive an MY99 Subaru Impreza turbo 2000 with full decat and usually run with Tescos super unleaded (99ron)I put my first tank full of the new Shell V-Power in a couple of days ago and the car seems to run a lot smoother where as Sainsburys super seems to do the opposite.
What car do you drive? and do you notice the difference? or is it just psychological?

2006-11-07 10:15:38 · 7 answers · asked by mr_f.methathurts 1

2006-11-07 10:14:25 · 3 answers · asked by jay y 1

making a weird nouise need to know how to tightne the lifters. thanks

2006-11-07 10:11:54 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

I already replaced the switch in the column, I have to turn the engine off to turn off the wipers, I have to turn it off when the wipers are in the down position. Do I need a wiper motor?

2006-11-07 10:05:24 · 3 answers · asked by bayareart1 6

i have a car peugeot 406 96 model. every day when i leave it off for more than twelve hrs i will find the battery is flat, but when i drive it for few mins and try again the battery will be fully charged. the battery is new so what on earth do you guys think is the problem? please i need ur advise

2006-11-07 09:48:50 · 22 answers · asked by clukosiuk 1

I need to replace the tyres

2006-11-07 09:28:34 · 16 answers · asked by Candy 5

My brake pads have been going bad, and being the procrastinator I am, I have put off fixing them. Suddenly, they got extremely bad. They grind very hard and loud, and I'm not sure that there's anything left to grind...may be just grinding on metal. My bro is going to fix it this weekend, but I'm scared to drive the 70 miles there. Financially, I don't really have a choice, however.

2006-11-07 09:19:11 · 18 answers · asked by Wendy H 2

2006-11-07 09:15:11 · 6 answers · asked by t u RB o 1

the wiring for the clutch needs repaired

2006-11-07 08:41:49 · 7 answers · asked by Pervis 1

2006-11-07 08:40:28 · 8 answers · asked by Michelle H 1

I've heard there's some type of product to put on the windshield that you take off in the morning and it takes the frost with it, but are there other things you can do to keep frost off (I don't have a garage) or remove the frost easily (not scraping, and definitely not pouring hot anything on it). Just to give you an idea, I live in south Tenn. So it doesn't get down to like 0 or anything, just like 25 or there abouts.

2006-11-07 08:39:14 · 8 answers · asked by brainy137 2

whats the best way to fitt a 2 inch gauge to a gauge cup so its secure and will not fall out? but will be removeable incase it needs to be fixed?

2006-11-07 08:34:58 · 1 answers · asked by LENNY 2

When I last drove the car it kept losing power from the engine and the voltage meter kept dropping. the engine problem was like the trans would stop pulling evry so often while driving. The faster I drove the harder the engine would jerk the car. I put it on the highway to see if the battery would charge but the voltage meter would still decline. And the car continued to bogg out on the freeway. Can someone help me figure out my problem so that I may fix it without over repairing unesessary parts. Please Help me someone!

2006-11-07 08:11:12 · 3 answers · asked by rebekah e 1

I want to know if I have to change the computer for my car in ordr to make it run

2006-11-07 08:09:57 · 2 answers · asked by jennyvee413 2

I've got a 1989 Ford F-150. All was fine until the other day. When I try to start it, it makes a horrible clicking noise. I isolated the sound and replaced the remote starter selenoid, but it still makes the noise and will not start. Is it possible a new selenoid would come burnt out? Should I get another one, or could there be more to my problem, such as bad terminal conections/ground, bad wiring, bad starter (the starter doesn't seem to be turning at all in this process, but I wouldn't think it should if the selenoid is bad), I've even heard thick oil can contribute to problems - it's been 3000 miles since the last change. I've tried jumper cables and that hasn't helped.

Please let me know what you think will most likely solve my problem.

2006-11-07 08:01:09 · 6 answers · asked by davco 2

I replaced the tensioner, but it seems the new belt seems to have too much slack....The part number on the new belt is the exact same on the old belt. Both are goodyear gator back serpentine belts.And i routed the belt the same as before.The old belt was damaged. Any tips?

2006-11-07 07:30:39 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

After it rains, the inside of my headlights get moisture in them. It doesn't effect them, it just looks terrible. Any ideas on how to make it go away and stop it from doing that again???

2006-11-07 07:19:23 · 8 answers · asked by J. K 2

It is only a small crack, and tomorrow i have a Trip from NC to NY. Should I postpone the trip one day, or take the trip and change the belt once I get to NY?

2006-11-07 07:17:11 · 9 answers · asked by Nathan B 1

I see them online for under 100, Is the dealership trying to rob me? And are the ones online worth the money? Any ideas or suggestions?

2006-11-07 07:16:52 · 13 answers · asked by BOB S 1

Have dodge gran caravan.I lose all gauges,no speedometer,no fuel,nothing on panel works.This happens off and on but when I lose all this I notice the ABS light is on.When the gauges work it's not.Lately I haven't had panel info for over a week and it's driving me insane.I would like to know my speed before the cops tell me.I never know bout my fuel either.Any ideas would be appreciated and helpful as I know nothing bout vehicles.Thanx in advance.

2006-11-07 07:16:07 · 4 answers · asked by denise46 2

i purchased a 2004 nissan sentra 1.8 in jan 2005....i had the belt(s) replaced in dec of 2005 (less than a year ago)...the car only had 12000 miles on it when i bought it (demo i found out)....now i have 37000 miles on it....is there only one belt and its a serpentine?....the belt squeals only when idle or when i am not accelerating...if i accelerate then the sqeal disappears...does it need to be tightened?...it shouldnt need to be replaced should it?...i thought these belts were good for at least 75000 miles!....can someone troubleshoot for me so i can determine whether or not to replace myself or take to dealership...my owners manual suggests the latter and it aint cheap....last year it was like $320.00!

2006-11-07 07:05:47 · 8 answers · asked by cookiesmom 7

I can tell if a fuse is burnt, but how can you tell if a relay is bad?

2006-11-07 07:04:33 · 2 answers · asked by Little Hulk 1

The book on my 1999 Ford Windstar says every 5,000 miles. The dealership put a sticker in the car that says change after 3,000. The vehicle has 46,000 miles on it. So should I change it every 3 or 5 thousand? Oh, I drive on two miles of gravel per day and the rest is highway and I drive about 1,000 miles per month. Thanks!

2006-11-07 06:55:15 · 12 answers · asked by bradys_mommy 4

i've been told NOT to take my car to places like Jiffy Lube because they're just a bunch of kids who don't really know what they're doing. Are these places reliable or should I find somebody else?

2006-11-07 06:42:47 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-11-07 06:41:48 · 8 answers · asked by Chris M 2

There's a rattling noise from under the hood and a few days ago the check engine light came on. I went to get it checked by a computer at Auto Zone and they gave me a code...PO422...main catalyst efficiency for bank 1 is below threshold for the current engine operating conditions. What's all that mean? It must be fixed but I just want to know what it is so I don't get screwed at the mechanic.

2006-11-07 06:36:56 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

This motor is a 4.0 NorthStar. No one wants to give out any information, I guess they want you to take it to a garage and at this time I cannot afford to do so. I would appreciate any help available.

2006-11-07 06:27:54 · 2 answers · asked by Car Trouble 1

I am having a nightmare experience at this bodyshop. Originally I took my car in for minor fender-bender repairs, which took over a month to complete for some reason. Then, when I got my car back the first time, there was a new gash on the other side of the car which they were responsible for. They at first denied it, then agreed to fix it. So then, they kept my car for another week, then when I went to pick up the car, there was a spot about the size of a dollar bill on the passenger's side door where the clearcoat was pulled up and some had chipped off. It sticks out like a sore thumb. The bodyshop says that it happened when they pulled the masking tape off of the door, and that they're not responsible to fix it because supposedly that part of the car had been painted previously and it's not their workmanship. (I've had my car for 5 years- it is 10 years old.) My paint has never looked so awful. What should I do?

2006-11-07 06:24:47 · 4 answers · asked by grlinwhite 2

2006-11-07 06:22:22 · 3 answers · asked by laurielannoye 1

Does anyone know where I can get really good headlight cleaners and where?

2006-11-07 06:20:38 · 6 answers · asked by KelCee 2