Maintenance & Repairs - March 2007

I recently bought a 2001 VW Jetta that needs some detailing work, first does anyone have a suggestion to clean the seat belts, they are tan and look kinda dirty also the clear lens headlights are kind of shadowy, it's not condensation but more like scratches or something is there a fix for this I'd like to get them shiny and clear again.

2007-03-13 06:28:25 · 3 answers · asked by Vdubyah 1

I have topped the oil up, and the car drives fine, it has done it for a week or so now so obviousley i thaught oil needed topping up, so ive topped it up and drove it 100 miles or so for it to get round the engine but it still cones on below 1000 revs, can you help?

2007-03-13 06:22:59 · 10 answers · asked by carlos 1

2007-03-13 06:18:56 · 2 answers · asked by littlepeanut 2

2007-03-13 06:06:21 · 3 answers · asked by ajithkumar 3

The reason I looked at my brake fluid was because my brakes were a bit spongy (the pedal went all the way to the floor) the other day (they're fine now, even before I added a little brake fluid). But, when I went to add a little bit of brake fluid to bring the level to the 'maximum level' line I noticed how brown the existing brake fluid was. The new brake fluid was crystal clear. Do I need to change the brake fluid? How often is it suggested to replace the brake fluid?

Also, it was pretty hot the day my brakes went spongy. Could it be due to the brake fluid overheating and not working effectively? I have a 89' Honda Civic HB with non-power disc brakes in the front and drums in the back.

2007-03-13 05:53:01 · 6 answers · asked by rhgindc 3

My 2002 Cavalier's AC is acting strangely - the cooling/heating is fine, but the fan only kicks in when I have the knob turned to the third strongest setting. Anything lower and nothing happens. Is this a fan belt problem or something else? I can't really afford to take it to the shop unless it's something easy to fix and inexpensive, so I'd appreciate any advice on what the problem could be and how to best fix it!!

2007-03-13 05:51:37 · 3 answers · asked by nancydrew_md 1

After driving in the rain for an hour as I was turning right into a parking lot the motor stalled and would not start again. I checked oil found it needed a quart "light did not turn on" after letting it sit for half hour it still did'nt turn on.Mechanic did electronic scan it showed it needs ignition coil but after repacing with new part it still will not start .If anyone can help I would appreciate it.

2007-03-13 05:36:12 · 4 answers · asked by Maria Z 1

The brakes in our car are not working, my first thought is that we need new brake pads, but my boyfriend said that it could be the brake fluid, so we pored some brake fluid but it's still the same.
He looked under the car and said that there's something broken which is leaking the brake fluid.
Does anyone have an idea of what it cost to fix this???
He's an idiot and I told him to talk to someone who knows about cars to find out what it may cost, but he just wont. He's making it look like its's alot of money. I think he just wants us to get a new car.

2007-03-13 05:26:13 · 5 answers · asked by Samari 1

2007-03-13 05:14:26 · 4 answers · asked by anne l 1

my car never over heats but the temperature guage goes over halfway. when i am coasting down hill or sitting still the guage goes higher when i am at normal driving it seems to be ok, when i am coasting and or sitting still and the temp guage is 3/4 hot the air comming out of the heater is cold, as soon as i take off and accelerate the air becomes warm, i am not for sure if it is the radiator, water pump, or a head gasket, it looses very little water during this action, maybe 6 or 8 ounces, i hate to pay 4 or 5 hundred dollars to get head gaskets put on and still have the problem, by the way there is no water in the oil or no oil in the water, which is most common in blown head gaskets, i appreciate any answers on this matter

2007-03-13 05:13:36 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

My Vectra is burning oil. Its mile are quite high and i think that some of the piston rings may have broken. Is it worth getting fixed?

2007-03-13 04:57:32 · 6 answers · asked by ? 2

2007-03-13 04:49:59 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have been advised head gasket has gone by one macanic and the other says its more than likley to be the water pump. The car ran dry and overheated with a oil brown sludge coming from the water collant. Its a 2000 golf v6 4motion which is driven hard!!! 60k on the clock. No warantie when brought but was from indpendant dealer less than 6 months ago any advice on whats wrong with the car and where i stand with the garage?

2007-03-13 04:36:04 · 12 answers · asked by AJ21 1

I need to have my front struts replaced. Should I set up an alignment for this as well? Or should the garage automatically check and perform and alignment?

2007-03-13 04:11:12 · 7 answers · asked by Angie W 1

regardless of what is covered in your warranty

2007-03-13 04:10:58 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

Hi all, I have a 05 Highlander, 4wd.
When I do the state inspection today, the guy told me that 2 of my tires are worn out, I have to change the tires to pass the inspection, and I was told the original tire is about to last this long. The car only have 20000 mile on that, I don't know why these tires only last such a short period.
If I need to change, what's your suggestion will be? Change 4 or change 2? and what's the brand you recommend.
They recommend the Yokohama, and cost about 530 for 4 include everything.

thanks,

2007-03-13 04:04:44 · 4 answers · asked by ezstudio2006 1

Generally speaking, is one better than the other as far as accuracy?

2007-03-13 03:52:31 · 9 answers · asked by Max 2

2007-03-13 03:49:36 · 6 answers · asked by Damon 2

i have a ford explorer whith an auto trans it is four by four also-- it is strange it leaks about a quart of fluid all at once every four or five days but seems to run fine after that what would cause this == it has a new gasket on the trans pan and new filter-- it seems to do it when it gets hot or i drive it long distances

2007-03-13 03:38:16 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-03-13 03:31:05 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

i need to know where the Buffer Amplifier for the speedometer is exactly, and what it looks like. it is not behind the glove box

2007-03-13 03:11:20 · 4 answers · asked by mcdougle 2

car works perfectly but if i dont disconnect the battery at night it will be dead by morning. i have also recieved a few nasty shocks off the body work the car runs great but cant put any electrics on. the altenator and belt seem fine and all warning lights go out over 1500 revs

2007-03-13 03:08:34 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

Is there a wire or connection that we can replace from an auto parts store instead of taking to the garage?

2007-03-13 03:00:43 · 4 answers · asked by mimil27 1

I have a 94 Buick LaSabre. When I was driving my car jerked then cut off. I cut it back on and it cut back off and when I tried to cut it back on it would not work. No lights or anything came on, the car seems completely dead. Can someone please tell me what is wrong with my car?

2007-03-13 02:50:30 · 7 answers · asked by Shantee 1

The gas cap has been replaced, it's had a tune-up, oil change and it did have a cracked manifold. All that has been fixed but the engine ligt came back on under less than 300 miles and my fresh oil change and fresh oil is gone basically. there is no leak. No trace is left behind at all. It's just burning oil. What else can it be? The Oxygen sensor?

2007-03-13 02:47:02 · 5 answers · asked by cheryl w 1

I was drving along the motorway and the water coolant light came on and i stopped straight away and opened the cap and this brown sludge came out. I got the car home on a trailer and the AA man said it was the head gasket.

I also must admit it had been misfiring when cold and the engine warning managment light had been coming on an off for a while but was only orange not red so was going to take it in when i had the chance. I do drive the car hard somtimes!!!!

I have spoken to a good macanic and he said it is very unlikley and in the 25years he's been a macanic he's only done 5 head gaskets on VW Golf's. said it was somthing eles to do with the rad hose.

Can anyone advise?

2007-03-13 02:46:39 · 9 answers · asked by AJ21 1

Why is it considered unhealthy for your car to drive around with a quarter tank or less of gas in your car? What are the consequences and why?

2007-03-13 02:35:15 · 13 answers · asked by LG 1

would a radiator flush solve the problem?

2007-03-13 02:27:33 · 8 answers · asked by mrcool101 2

the temp gauge only rises when the car is idle, like at a stop light or the heat is on, with the blower on. I have been told to flush the radiator, is that going to work or could it be a leak in head gasket?

2007-03-13 02:26:44 · 12 answers · asked by divajr 1

Is there any place on the Web that gives detailed directions on chaning the Front Rotors and Brake Pads on a 2001 F 150 SuperCrew 4X4?

2007-03-13 02:11:42 · 6 answers · asked by rcrtr2001 2