Maintenance & Repairs - December 2006

I drive a 2002 Mazda Protege 5 and today as I was driving home I tried turning on the wipers and they did not work. They didn't do anything, but I heard some kind of motor sound, some sound that seemed as if it was trying to make the wipers work, but did not work.
I've been told by friends it might be a fuse, but I don't think it's that. What could the problem be, and how much do I expect to spend on this to get fixed?

2006-12-22 16:58:43 · 13 answers · asked by luvluv_86 2

i just baught a 1995 ford thunderbird V8 with 80 000 miles on it , its engine was running fine , i did a whole tune up , changed every filter on the list and its running evern better.....since the engine is much more responsive now i started noticing a bit stalling or slipping with the tranny....when the car is stoped and i hit the gas pedal a bit hard , i can hear the tranny spinning and all but then all of a sudden the car hops .....and it kinda have an issue switching from 1st to 2nd gear.......now i checked and it says its a comon proble with that car...but i want to take good care of it so what should i do for fixing beside taking it easy

2006-12-22 16:20:55 · 10 answers · asked by should i ? 3

2006-12-22 16:09:26 · 4 answers · asked by puttinnut 1

The driver side heated seat won't work. The passenger side works fine. Is this a $$electrical problem or could it be a fuse? I am moving and my owners manual is packed away. Thanks!

2006-12-22 15:43:46 · 7 answers · asked by rooty tooty fresh n fruity 1

How hard is it to change the timing belt on a '91 RX7? Is it a job I could do on my own, or should I have a shop do it? Also, where can I get a timing belt for a 13b engine? While I'm at it, whats the best performance cam to put in?

2006-12-22 15:28:47 · 10 answers · asked by Steve-o 3

Reason being I have 2 FWD rims in the front and the 2 in the back got damaged so I figured I'd put 2 RWD rims in the back because they have a bigger lip, but the DAMN dealer told me it wouldn't work because of the "ofset". What does the offset of the rims have to with anything? What is "offset" pertaning to the rim? FYI: 2003 Monte Carlo Jeff Gordon Ed. Current rims I have 22" x 8.5 in the front I want 22" x 9.5 for tha back (Dvinci Vento rims)

2006-12-22 15:19:18 · 9 answers · asked by N.O. Stunna 2

there is a green liquid leaking from the front, antifreeze, i think, what are the possible things that would cause the green stuff to leak, also how can i fix this without having to spend lots of money for tests and then for the repair. thanks it is a toyota camary 4 door and is 1993

2006-12-22 14:59:29 · 2 answers · asked by princton_girl 2

Brand new rebuilt engine, trans and rear end. I no it needs new hoses but i hear the wiring sucks and the high pressure fuel system causes quite a few problems. How dependable r they from this point forward and any suggestions on a good mechanic? Im in south california

2006-12-22 14:58:01 · 1 answers · asked by Nick 1

reads codes 27, 28, 31, 41, and 63 on MIL

2006-12-22 14:36:56 · 2 answers · asked by mike b 1

reads codes 27, 28, 31, 41, and 63 on MIL

2006-12-22 14:35:56 · 3 answers · asked by mike b 1

my brother says my water pump is going out, my husband said something about timing pulley or external bearings. My question is, what are some symptoms of each thing so I can try to decide on my own?

it is a 98 dodge neon

2006-12-22 14:21:31 · 6 answers · asked by theinfalliblenena 4

they claim that there product works 100% of the time. With no other additive to use ever.

2006-12-22 13:45:05 · 4 answers · asked by WILL D 1

My 1987 Chevy Custom Deluxe has vent windows and the knob that holds them closed is very loose and lets alot of noise and air come through. How do I tighten the knobs so that they hold the windows in tighter?

2006-12-22 13:39:30 · 3 answers · asked by calicomama96 1

why does my engine over rev. am i missing a spring on my carburator or is there a problem with the govoner?

2006-12-22 13:39:04 · 7 answers · asked by PETER B 1

This is a john deere engine

2006-12-22 13:38:20 · 4 answers · asked by Sedge 1

Its for a 92 Chevy 3.1L V6 with 125,550 miles nothing wrong with the engine but would marvel mystery oil make it last longer or run any better?

2006-12-22 13:37:36 · 8 answers · asked by CAPTAIN GENIUS !! 5

ive always been taught to fill diesel fuel filters with dexron before putting them on to clean the fuel system out. it doesnt seen to hurt or help. just wondering what everyone else on here has heard. been doing it for years. thanks for your opinion.

2006-12-22 13:33:51 · 6 answers · asked by vettle1 3

It almost always occurs when I press the clutch down but also occurs out of the blue when I am driving along a straight road at a constant speed not even touching the clutch. What could be wrong? I thought at first it was something to do with the clutch, but the fact that the noise sometimes happens when I am not touching the clutch confuses me. The noise is definately a lot worse every time I do press the clutch though

2006-12-22 13:28:20 · 9 answers · asked by Helen 1

specially when i step on the brake pedal.

2006-12-22 13:24:49 · 14 answers · asked by Mighty 1

2006-12-22 13:11:27 · 7 answers · asked by purplfly 1

I've always charged car batteries in a garage or outside, currently it's pouring rain and I have no garage. Is it safe to charge a car battery (60ca) with an automatic charger (at 2A) in a smallish, unfinished basement (300 sq ft) where there is a running furnace?

2006-12-22 13:03:27 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

do any aftermarket modifications improve mpg? for example: turbo, supercharger, intake, exhaust, fuel injectors etc.

2006-12-22 12:59:36 · 13 answers · asked by firstshadow 2

when i start my car it will start fine but right after the engine starts it will grind for about 5 seconds and then quit and the car will run fine. what could be the problem? thanks

2006-12-22 12:58:16 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

If so how long?
the last time I asked my question was deleted for adult content
Thanks Guys

2006-12-22 12:32:01 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

The vinyl roof on my 81 buick has dried up and I was able to pull some of it off, but don't know how to get the glued on stuff off. I would also like to know how to prepare/paint it after it is off, as I don't want to spend the money for another vinyl roof. (only abt a 1/4 of the roof is vinyl The rest is just paint)

2006-12-22 12:26:06 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

ABS light comes on and stays on when driving on wet roads. It doesn't seem to happen in any other conditions.
Also, when the warning light is on, the brakes still feel as if the abs is still engaged and working. What do I need to look at to make sure my abs is in proper working order?

2006-12-22 12:22:09 · 5 answers · asked by mommy_2_katelynn 3

how do you keep the pulley from turning when trying to remove the nut. I know it is right hand thread. Does it require a special tool???

2006-12-22 12:18:09 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

1993 Buick Lesabre 90th Anniversary / 3.8 Liter 231 Vin L / Automatic Transaxle. - The Basic Problem wich seems to be experianced by many buick owners is a trouble shifting said car out of park under 45 degrese ferinhite. This Problem seems to be shared by many oldsmobile owners also. After the car warms to operating tempature it will shift fine. The only other way to move it into gear is to redline the engine rpm in neutral and shift into drive while the rpm's are returning to normal. Which any auto guy will say "never do" and I agree. According to GM's TSB index this is a common problem. If anyone on thease forms has found a solution to this problem an answer would be greatly appricated.

2006-12-22 11:58:41 · 5 answers · asked by David H 1

2006-12-22 11:55:54 · 7 answers · asked by bruce a 2

2006-12-22 11:52:27 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous