Maintenance & Repairs - February 2007

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2007-02-15 03:54:57 · 3 answers · asked by kna317 1

When I turn on my defroster I can smell coolant and a film gets onto my windshield. What could be causing this? My coolant level is normal.I live in Michigan where the temps have been below zero.All help is greatly appreciated.Thank You.

2007-02-15 03:54:36 · 8 answers · asked by hockey_fan_two 1

2005 toyota sienna minivan

2007-02-15 03:46:07 · 7 answers · asked by sheri 1

im having a problem with my car not starting sometimes, and i cant get in looked at until monday but i need gas....LOL..and im afraid if i keep turning it on & off it just wont start..so is it bad for my car if i just leave it running....just this one time...while i pump gas?
also, i have another question: can u tell just by looking @ a battery if you need a new one? somebody told me to start with that first....just get a new batter and see if that fixes the problem, but i dont want to spend the money if i dont need to, ya know?

any suggestions appreciated!!!!!

2007-02-15 03:38:38 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

After yesterday's great weather (not really) only one windshield wiper is working on my 2004 Pontiac Montana. And if I turn them on, the one that is working catches the one that is not and tangles.
There was ice buildup where the wipers are supposed to go all the way down near the hood but I thought I got it all out.

2007-02-15 03:37:28 · 6 answers · asked by Nate the Great 1

When I purchased the vehicle 3 months ago, the car lot people did a final inspection. (They have a service garage on sight). however they broken the tire pressure monitoring sensor. They ordered a new one and installed it on Monday. Now, I am getting a message saying check tire pressure monitor with an orange light. I am going back on Satuday. Can anyone tell me what could be wrong? I love my truck and this is the only problem I am having

2007-02-15 03:33:25 · 11 answers · asked by KinWin 5

When I took my valve springs out of my engine (Nissan 240sx engine--> KA24de) I didn't notice any spring seats. So now that I'm reassembling the head I'm looking in the FSM and it's saying that there are springs seats. What do I do? Can I put it all back together w/o spring seats? thanks

2007-02-15 03:31:32 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

The reservoir for the wiper fluid is full but nothing sprays out when I press the button for the front window. Same thing happens with the back window. My wipers are working. Thanks!

2007-02-15 03:21:13 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

so its cold now in Buffalo and my power steering is making annoying noises whenever i turn my wheel. I put all sorts of fluid in it including the stop leak stuff and the sound comes back about every 2-3 days. maybe it is a small leak. how can i fix this and how much will it be? thanks!

2007-02-15 03:06:54 · 10 answers · asked by Drizzy Fiasco 1

2007-02-15 02:46:09 · 5 answers · asked by jordan' disciple 1

I have dried on water spots on my car window. I've tried: vinager and other home remedies. I even took it to a detailer who couldn't remove them. Any suggestions?

2007-02-15 02:46:06 · 8 answers · asked by grace07 2

I bought new Sylvania "SilverStar" bulbs and had the shop where I bought them install them in 8/06. In 12/06, one burned out and then the other. I took them back and they replaced and installed them. Today, (2/07) I noticed the right one was burned out again. This time the shop charged me for a new bulb and labor to install saying that I must have a short. If I do have a short, what kind of shop do I take my Honda Accord to? I really hate taking it to the dealer because they are so expensive. Is there a way for me to check it?

2007-02-15 02:41:07 · 5 answers · asked by lowesman4e 1

2007-02-15 02:36:16 · 2 answers · asked by Broman77 1

my car was fine and dandy.....took it to Walmart for an oil change and now it shuts down while i am stopping or stopped.......my oil light, battery light and the engine light all come on.....i am going to take it back but they close before i get off so it will be a while.....anyone know what they could have did wrong during the oil change?........anything i could check out and fix myself?

2007-02-15 02:34:57 · 6 answers · asked by miszilla 2

2007-02-15 02:12:54 · 7 answers · asked by Freakgirl 7

I have small chips and discolorations on the front bumper of my Civic. It is from rocks on the road and maybe bugs that didn't get washed off fast enough. Any way to fix this without having the whole thing taken off and painted? I have read the reviews of Maaco on the boards here so I guess that isn't a good route.

2007-02-15 02:12:16 · 7 answers · asked by grace07 2

It doesn't appear to be deep but scraped the paint. If so, can I use a buffing product? Do you recommend one & can I buy it at Target or Wal-Mart?

2007-02-15 02:07:37 · 2 answers · asked by COblonde 3

Its 6 degrees outside but my car is black and covered in salt! Can i go threw the car wash safely?

2007-02-15 02:00:06 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

i had to get a coolant flush last summer. They said it gets glumpy now it looks like i need it again. my car squeels now and taps. do i need a coolant flush in the winter though or just antifreeze??

2007-02-15 01:43:38 · 5 answers · asked by jwood 1

I have some scratches on my car, most of which were there when I bought it. Should I take it to MAACO to be repainted or to a car body shop? How much do these cost, and what exactly is detailing and what does that cost? I detest physical labor so no "do-it-yourself" advice please.

2007-02-15 01:41:56 · 3 answers · asked by Brad R 4

2007-02-15 01:35:13 · 10 answers · asked by oldtimer 3

2007-02-15 01:32:30 · 5 answers · asked by LOS GINOS 1

it's a 98 nissan altima

2007-02-15 01:29:35 · 6 answers · asked by barry b 1

I have a 2002 Mitzubishi Eclipse. Yesterday when was leaving the University my car would not start. It didnt even make a noise like it was trying to turn on. I got it jumped and it started right up. I got home and when I tried to start it again it would not start. This morning it would not start. I jumped it and it SLOWLY turned on, like it was struggling. While I was driving to work i noticed the interior lights would flicker a little bit when I hit the brake or would get to normal when I hit the gas. I am somewhat mechanically inclined and any help or advise would be appreciated. Thanks everyone!

2007-02-15 01:18:22 · 5 answers · asked by djthommanell 2

2007-02-15 01:15:18 · 5 answers · asked by LIBRA34 2

Does anyone know of any website that will show me how to change the thermostat in my 2000 jeep cherokee?

2007-02-15 01:12:17 · 6 answers · asked by realmccoy028 1

2007-02-15 01:04:55 · 13 answers · asked by mark y 1

Will fire momentarily but not continue to run. Repeated trying and feathering accelerator usually will finally start.....when does finally start acts flooded then smooths out.

2007-02-15 00:46:05 · 5 answers · asked by DavidWayne 1

The keys are locked in the car and it is running. The car is a 2003 Mustang. How can I get it unlocked without breaking out the window? I've done the coat hanger but it wont go into the door frame.By the way I do have someone coming who I will have to pay to do this.

2007-02-15 00:44:28 · 6 answers · asked by redwidow 5

I have a 2004 Grand Cherokee. The last 2 or 3 weeks, everytime I hit a bump in the road it sounds as if the whole bottom is going to fall out. I know I need to get it checked but being that I am a female, I know they will tell me it's something very expensive to repair. I just wanted to see if anyone might even have a clue as to what it might be. Thanks.

2007-02-15 00:44:25 · 1 answers · asked by cheryl513 1