Maintenance & Repairs - December 2006

My 96 Intrepid (150000 miles) makes a loud clunking noise when either turning sharply or when accelerating quickly or up a steep hill. I am pretty sure the CV joints need to be replaced, but am wondering if those symptoms are all consistent with that or if it may also be the air filter, or possibly a timing belt issue. Any ideas??

2006-12-12 03:59:34 · 10 answers · asked by prisoner96720 2

Does anyone know the website that allows you to choose your car and place the rims on them to get a visual of how your ride will look with the rims.

2006-12-12 03:58:20 · 3 answers · asked by KLR 2

I dropped it off at 10am and I'm just wondering how long it generally takes before the diagnosis is complete (assuming they start on it right away- which is unlikely). I'm trying to figure out why it's jerking/ shaking and my RPM meter fluctuates when I'm at a stop and is worse when the heat is on. It actually shut off this morning! (hit adeer, but cosmetic damage is fixed) Also, what are the pros/ cons of a diagnostic test? I'm being charged $93 for the test, does that sound ok?

2006-12-12 03:39:17 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

Other than the oil change, are there any other things I can do to keep my engine healthy and clean and long-lasting? (Own a 94 Grand Prix)

2006-12-12 03:39:06 · 4 answers · asked by LG 1

I hardly ever drive my car(1999 Dodge Neon, two door)...I drove it a short distance-less then a mile and it overheated. The mechanic I took it to said there was a huge crack in the radiator and he'd get the part and do the labor for $325. I called some auto part places and I found I can get a new radiator w/lifetime warrenty for $143 for my model. I went back and asked what he'd charge for labor if I just bought the part- he said $80. If I need to replace the radiator is there another part I should be concerned about? I heard somewhere you should always replace the theremostat when you replace the radiator. I just really need to make sure everythings running right before I pack up my car and move to Montana (from Cali). And I want to know just what I need so I don't get swindled. Help much appreciated.

2006-12-12 03:18:45 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

hi my bmw 735 auto has broken down it has no gears please help
thanks

2006-12-12 03:00:10 · 2 answers · asked by tracy b 1

Yesterday I was driving with a friend on a rural road when we both heard a loud pop and discovered the rear windshield was blown out. At first it sounded as though we blew a tire but the car was completely under control and when I looked behind me I saw there was a hole in the windshield about the size of a small acorn.

We were the only car on the road so I know we weren't rear ended. The road was completely paved so chances are it was not a rock.
Lastly, the car was a minivan and shards of glass imploded all the way to the front seats atleast 10 feet from the windowframe.

What could have caused this?

Is it possible someone took a pot shot at me with a gun?

2006-12-12 02:59:35 · 4 answers · asked by mreshouse09 2

The cars door date is 10/06 and when should I wax it ,and with what type or brand wax.Ita a hyundai accent the color is black

2006-12-12 02:51:09 · 5 answers · asked by DR.Frankie 2

2006-12-12 02:48:06 · 8 answers · asked by tonyintexas72 1

What do truckstops do with their waste oil? How do they clean up an oil or fuel spill? Do they sweep it down the drain, put kitty-litter down then sweep it up and throw it out, call out the environmental group to clean it up?

2006-12-12 02:16:16 · 2 answers · asked by Joe P 1

2006-12-12 01:17:38 · 3 answers · asked by castille_g 2

i have a 84 saab and am having a hard time finding parts.please help.

2006-12-12 00:37:45 · 4 answers · asked by micridley 2

I have a cover for it but I have just moved house in Scotland, where I do not have a garage and it rains a lot...should i use the cover? or will the wind cause i to scratch?

2006-12-11 23:42:19 · 9 answers · asked by fatboy_girl 1

I have a p1457 engine code on and my car just started stalling. It says EVAP leak detected and tank cannot hold vacuum. A shady mechanic told me it was the charcoal cannister. Ive had the light on for a month noew and just yesterday uit started stalling. Is this going to be a difficult expensive fix?

2006-12-11 23:01:14 · 4 answers · asked by randle2318 2

my car is diesel engine with trubo, isn't can use STP oil treatment?

2006-12-11 22:51:32 · 4 answers · asked by ckcooper983 1

I have a maruti car. It is 2003 model. It is Bharat 2 with MPFI engine. It does not get started. One mechanic told me that the car has problem with its ECM (Electronic Control Module) unit. Please advise.

2006-12-11 22:39:36 · 2 answers · asked by ajay p 2

can i do without a commercial cleaning solution?

2006-12-11 21:45:51 · 11 answers · asked by viks 1

I am unable to find a free service manual for my Honda City (aka Fit-Aria) 2001on the net. Please help me find one.

2006-12-11 21:23:20 · 5 answers · asked by w a 1

i have a renault megane coupe and ever since i bought the car in september the airbag light is on all the time . as soon as you start the engine un till you switch it off again. can anyone help.

2006-12-11 20:43:57 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

i have plenty of wear left on the pads, the shoes too, but when i brake. i cant get the wheels to lock up. the pedal feels very tight. dont think its a sticky caliper, what else could be wrong. is this a fault on these cars?

2006-12-11 20:40:23 · 3 answers · asked by techno mentalist 4

Hello!
I have an Opel Corsa C from year 2001 with about 45000 km on board. I have the following problem:
Sometimes the charge sign is not turned off after engine start.
After couple of minutes (not more than 5) driving I restarted the engine and this time the light is turned off.
Could anybody give me a hint what could happened? Could this behavior be the result of low temperature? Is it safe to drive with this behavior?
Thanks

2006-12-11 20:28:57 · 3 answers · asked by szgy 1

Its a 1969 beetle restored

2006-12-11 20:12:21 · 4 answers · asked by fatboy_girl 1

i changed my light correctly as the previous one went, within 3 days this one has gone as well, it was working fine, what should i do? if i take it to a garage will it be expensive?

2006-12-11 20:10:26 · 9 answers · asked by Michael B 3

Its a 1989 Ford Probe, manual transmission, new battery, starter is about 2 years old. I believe it might have run out of gas, and it has EFI. When I try to start it, it will crank but not fire. I can hear a click click click sound as it cranks. I believe its a fuel pump but would like some input. anyways to test this?

2006-12-11 19:50:46 · 9 answers · asked by msmith2740_2000 1

I don't know what to say??? But the car is just very shakey and mostly dies in the morning with first heat up. I have to depress the acceleration peddle to get the car started and working for at least 2 minutes till it picks up on it own. The bigger problem is that when the car gets more and more warmer the performance improves, but when it gets 'hot" the car starts to lose power and to hear a jiggling sound from the engine bay like as if it is coming from the pistons or something. like something is knocking each other. What could that be? And how to fix my problem.

2006-12-11 18:10:57 · 3 answers · asked by Haroundb 2

do I need to raise the engine to put in a new oil pump in a 1994 F-150 with 6 cylinder engine? The gauge is showing no pressure and I think I need a new pump.

2006-12-11 17:55:36 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

i was driving home from work and my 1994 dodge caravan just quit running and wont start befor this it would quit running when i would turn a corner but would start then this happend

2006-12-11 17:44:01 · 6 answers · asked by simply stumped 1

2006-12-11 16:20:27 · 8 answers · asked by kof98_kwai 1

I CANNOT REMOVE THE REAR ROTORS. IT IS VERY DIFFICULT. I HAVE EVEN TRIED A HAMMER BUT STILL NO LUCK. HELP PLEASE !

2006-12-11 16:04:18 · 8 answers · asked by VISARI 1

I have a 1997 Chevrolet S10.

I receive ODB II codes

PO420 Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold (Bank 1)
PO171 System too Lean (Bank 1)
PO174 System too Lean (Bank 2)

How can I fix this problem?

Thank you for your responses!

2006-12-11 16:02:11 · 5 answers · asked by William Solberg 1