Maintenance & Repairs - December 2006

i just got a can of Starting Fluid from Pyroil and i think the fuel pump when out thats why i want to see if it will fire with some startiing fluid if i stray some starting fluid into the TBI and go and the car and try and start it will that work or should i have some one spraying some starting fluid will i crank it? please kelp?

2006-12-07 06:41:19 · 7 answers · asked by davedebo198305 4

my car has a 9:1 compression ratio.what octane of gasoline would be the best?

2006-12-07 06:40:22 · 3 answers · asked by El Nueve 2

2006-12-07 06:34:11 · 5 answers · asked by pd1973 1

That occurred on the freeway at the speed around 40 miles/h. My car was on the left lane, otherwise I could have hit a car in that lane. What is wrong with my car?

2006-12-07 06:20:26 · 12 answers · asked by calpolyMIS 2

my chevy 350 turbo transmission will not go into reverse. It shifts into all three other grears fine and shifts smoothly without any slipage. Is there something I can do to make reverse work again without pulling transmission?

2006-12-07 06:15:04 · 9 answers · asked by Brian T 1

2006-12-07 06:12:03 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

Can anyone tell me if they have used the sealants you can buy to block up the head gasket, and if so, do they work?

I had an air lock which when released seemed to solve the problem, but only briefly. I am now pouring smoke out of my exhaust and would rather not pay the cost of replacing the head gasket if I don't need to. Also, how much is it to replace head gasket? And what does it actually do?

2006-12-07 05:39:34 · 5 answers · asked by Andrew 3

I have a 1983 delta 88 royale, When my car gets warmed up on cold days, the engine becomes accelerated. For example, While In park the engine sounds as if i am pressing the gas, when driving, the car it will speed up to 35 to 40mph without me pressing the gas. How can i get my car to stop being accelerated? Its getting annoying, Thanks for any help.

2006-12-07 05:39:10 · 4 answers · asked by jrluvinit 1

engine was starting easily ;cut-off engine and engine tries to start for a second or two then stops ;checked fuel filter getting plenty of gas through fuel filter;when hose going into air sensor was disconnected no gasoline going to fuel injection unit;stopped suddenly and won't restart?

2006-12-07 05:38:15 · 3 answers · asked by superscooter 1

2006-12-07 05:34:52 · 7 answers · asked by Weas 3

I just went today to get my inspection done but i failed because the "check engine light" does not come on whenever your about to start the car, basically it's turned off. any idea on how to fix it?

2006-12-07 05:34:19 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-12-07 05:29:15 · 7 answers · asked by Weas 3

think this may be the reason why or what else do I have to look into? I'd take it to a shop and just tell them to look at it but I really can't afford to be "bs'd"

2006-12-07 05:26:46 · 12 answers · asked by Sweet K 1

2006-12-07 05:20:55 · 25 answers · asked by crazygirl123 6

I have a 1988 mercury cougar LS. It has a v6 in it. I need to know soon as it is cold here & I have no heat in my car. Someone is putting the heater core in for me.

2006-12-07 05:11:59 · 10 answers · asked by goodgirl 2

My daughter bumped the garage door when pulling into the garage and indoing so scraped the door frame which is white paint. How can I get it off without repainting the fender??

2006-12-07 05:08:13 · 7 answers · asked by kelvin_pitts 1

2006-12-07 05:00:59 · 4 answers · asked by Cesar I 1

One of the lights in my dashboard came on, the light is located on the left hand side, the light was a red box with liquid image and an arrow pointing down? Does anyone know what this image means (beyond that I'm low on something.) and/or does anyone know how to look at the car manual on-line? I'm trying to save $ by not going to the dealer.

2006-12-07 04:59:52 · 3 answers · asked by shortblond2 1

I have 3/4 of a tank now and want to run the rest of the gas out. I have a '95 Dodge Spirit. I can't drive it around because the tag is expired and I need to have it smogged. Thanks!

2006-12-07 04:46:09 · 2 answers · asked by Corn Flake 1

My car hesitates as if it wants to stop whenever it is in idle, can someone please tell me what may be causing this problem?

2006-12-07 04:37:09 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-12-07 04:35:41 · 8 answers · asked by DERRICK B 1

My wife drives a 1997 Saturn with aluminum rims. Every time it gets cold, her tires lose air! All the tires are brand new, yet just the other day 2 of them only had 15lbs. of air in them? An old mechanic of mine told me that happens with alunimum rims, but I have never heard of this. Any suggestions?

2006-12-07 04:21:50 · 14 answers · asked by Steve 3

2006-12-07 04:18:54 · 8 answers · asked by colinm 1

My 1992 Corolla won't start after buying a new battery only a week ago. I just get a faint electrical humming sound when I turn the ignition. This was the reason I bought the new battery, but then it happened again the day after I installed it. As with the old battery, I was able to jump-start the car, which makes me think the battery wasn't even the problem. The antifreeze was almost gone so I thought that might have been a problem since it's like -17°C today. I filled up with antifreeze and it ran okay for a few days, then I started having trouble starting. I would get the humming sound as soon as I turned the ignition, but after a second or two it would fire and start up fine. Now today, it doesn't start no matter how long I hold in the ignition, I just get the humming sound. What is the problem, and can I fix it easily? If it's a problem with the starter, why would jump-starting it work? I'm looking for a new car right now, and don't want to invest much into this vehicle.

Thanks!

2006-12-07 04:12:56 · 6 answers · asked by Hackel 2

VWoA are being incredibly rude and won't fix my car that is their defect. I'm looking for any type of Help Me Howard things or any attorneys that specialize in the auto industry.

2006-12-07 04:00:34 · 7 answers · asked by dorkchopbrownie 2

Each time I get out of my truck I get a shock when I close the door or touch any part of the metal. Any one know why?

2006-12-07 03:52:36 · 3 answers · asked by Snuffy Smith 5

2006-12-07 03:52:02 · 2 answers · asked by mwnoroski1 1

I had a problem with my differential yoke, it moves side to side,
up and down, in and out, I think is the bearing
If anyone knows something please let me know, thanks...

2006-12-07 03:50:28 · 4 answers · asked by jrivas1970 1

2006-12-07 03:44:57 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

my car battery is only two months old and was working fine, my car was not used for a week and when i went to use it today the battery was dead! any ideas as to what is wrong with it?

2006-12-07 03:35:18 · 19 answers · asked by jiam264 1