Maintenance & Repairs - March 2007

I'm looking into buying a used Dodge Ram 4X4, but it has 110,000 miles on it, and it's only $6000, everything is running good, and it's being sold at a dealership so they have a warranty backing it up; what I would like to know is, is the truck or car worth buying if it has over 100,000 miles on it? And how long will it last me??

2007-03-08 07:04:53 · 2 answers · asked by Om... 3

Does anyone know how i can turn my oil light off.... i have a 2004 monte carlo ls and i dont need an oil change i changed it already.....

2007-03-08 06:53:47 · 5 answers · asked by T.C. 2

I have two codes on my engine;
1)Engine coolant temp
circuit hight imput
2) IAT Sensor 1 circuit high (or it was 1AT)

Can anyone tell me what these mean. My guage isn't going up so the engine doesn't seem to get hot. but when I come to a stop sometimes it tries to die and will 1 out of 5 times. I understand the sensor for 2 is high, what is it?

2007-03-08 06:53:00 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

It's making a whining sound, thought it was only happening when it was still cold(we live in MD), but, it is still happening after I warm it up, it's not 4wd.
my neighbor says it could be the water pump going out or the alternator?
Is this expensive to fix(either of them)?
I'm a woman, so, I don't know

2007-03-08 06:49:40 · 5 answers · asked by tamilynn 3

I have a ground up custom vehicle that requires a fiberglass body. I would like to hire someone to do this. Who is a professional with experience, references and the right tools who can do this?

2007-03-08 06:47:08 · 1 answers · asked by jeff_kotowski 2

my car is new, my coolant reservouir is clear so i can see my coolant level but with the car cold its sitting directly on the low level but when i start the car and drive around about an hour i look again and its full. i dont get that. does that low line mean low when the car is warm or low when the car is cold?

2007-03-08 06:45:50 · 8 answers · asked by Eugene 3

I haven't got the owners manual yet, (it wasn't in the glove box?!) I've ahd the oil changed and I can't get the dumb light to go off.. Any other lexus owners have any suggestions? Thanks so much...

2007-03-08 06:43:44 · 5 answers · asked by fancykbh 2

2007-03-08 06:40:38 · 5 answers · asked by laney45 4

Why does it cost 12 dead Iraqi's for a litre of unleaded?

2007-03-08 06:33:31 · 12 answers · asked by Laughing Out Loud 1

I have a 88 Pontiac Fiero, how much should a new a/c cost?

2007-03-08 06:30:14 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-03-08 06:30:09 · 20 answers · asked by Lala 2

Is it possible to wire up a alarm so you can operate it with your key if you have central locking and not the remote with the alarm if so how

2007-03-08 06:29:44 · 4 answers · asked by shane 1

I have an 2002 Trailblazer, and I just got a K&N Air Filter for it. It is one of the round filters, and I wanted to know if I need to put the airfilter cover back on... When its all the way screwed on its got gaps on the side where air can flow in, and one air entrance in the front that is kind of blocked by the grill and other things. Could I get by with just leaving the cover off, that way it lets more air in? It is kind of set up like a cold air intake kit also...

2007-03-08 06:26:35 · 4 answers · asked by Birdy 3

2007-03-08 06:17:12 · 5 answers · asked by louraylou17 1

No problems when it starts, just cranks for 3-4 seconds. Just starting doing this about a week ago.

2007-03-08 06:13:14 · 3 answers · asked by ferenheitdc 1

Hello-

1985 Buick Skyhawk - good volts on the meter and everything works (lights, radio, etc.) - but it won't start. Last few starts have been getting really, really sluggish until now it just clicks.

My next course of action is to investigate the starter and.or starter solenoid. Sound like a good plan?

My next question is where, exactly is the solenoid and what am I looking for? My guess is that it would be mounted on the firewall somewhere but haven't been able to locate it thus far - if anyone can help with this or offer other suggestions it would me much appreciated.

Thanks!

2007-03-08 06:12:27 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

Okay, as far as I know, mechanics are not supposed to mark up parts. My friend (who knows nothing about cars) tells me 'well thats what they do out here in CA.' I disagree. I'm from PA and I don't think it matters where you live. You do not mark up parts! I have three different parts all ACDelco, and their part numbers and they are all marked up, furthermore, I didn't even need the parts! For example, spark plug wire set for my car ACDelco #12173592 at $128.79 and the guy charged me $226.76!!! He has the same make and # on my receipt! Someone explain this please. (needless to say I'm fighting the bill.)

2007-03-08 06:06:05 · 10 answers · asked by Summergirlie 1

I live in a remote aera, I can't see why I have to import 25kg bags of sand to remove a little rust, paint or gelcoat when there is tons of different grades lying around. With a little sifting and preparation could natural sand and grit be used?

2007-03-08 06:01:57 · 6 answers · asked by mohara_geminidawn 2

A few months ago I had a new thermostat & all new hoses put in because it was actually overheating. At that time it was overheating when on the highway, but cooling off when I was driving slow or stop & go. Now my gauge will be in the red line, but it isn't actually overheating (no boiling, steaming, etc). There is no loss of coolant. It has also at times warmed up quickly & then cooled back down (to below normal running temp) very quickly according to my gauge. Any ideas about what it could be? Much thanks...

2007-03-08 06:01:42 · 8 answers · asked by Alicia T 1

I have a 1989 Chevy Silverado. The interior light that tells me that my parking brake is on won't turn off, even though my brake is off.

What could be wrong? Please no lame answers like "take it to a mechanic."

2007-03-08 05:37:22 · 7 answers · asked by psychosolodiver 6

I have a screaming noise in front of my truck. Could it be the bearing in the brakes. It gets screaming when its cold outside, but when its warm, there is no noise. What will happen if i keep driving my truck with that noise.

2007-03-08 05:28:24 · 5 answers · asked by sejones1234 1

2007-03-08 05:28:19 · 6 answers · asked by Fruitful1 3

First off I'm a girl. :) My 2.0 non turbo engine has a bent valve. I have been asked to pick up the valve. But I need to know if its for the intake or the exhaust. I know the guy how is going to fix it said he will have to sand down the cylender that it goes in it. The car sounds like it knocking when driving or sitting still. The guy who is going to fix it is at work right now and I'm suppose to order this part right now. Is it an intake or an exhaust valve?

2007-03-08 05:27:48 · 2 answers · asked by Amanda 3

My local mb dealer has said that the company i work for has used the incorrect oil in the car i drive ,and also overfilled the engine.
This has caused the cat to fail,hence a 2 k invoice not covered under warranty,
My question is ,,,,what is the minumum amount and maxmum amount of oil to put in the car,,,,?? thank u very much

2007-03-08 05:26:53 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

FIRE SUPPLIED BY FUEL EFFECT FIRES LTD.
Although I have the user guide,it has no diagrams about
changing the batteries for the reciever unit.

2007-03-08 05:25:40 · 2 answers · asked by rookedave 1

im gonna get down to the point, I need to replace my wifes brake pads on her altima rear brakes, lol :( she has worn them down to the metal, and is not driving the car until i get them fixed, how do i fix them? I mean where is a good tutorial video that I can get to show me, also I dont think it would be hard because your just changing the brake pads thats it!!! And its not like its hard to get to them, my friend has replaced them before, I would just like to know what tools I need and a great video or link to show me how to do it, thanks everybody

2007-03-08 05:00:37 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

yesterday, i backed out of a driveway and hit the curb on my front right side of my car. not even 5 minutes after this 3 lights went on in my car saying "trac off", "service viechle soon", and "ABS". I have a 2000 Pontiac Grand Am. what is that? what could have happened? if anyone sees this please let me know what i could have done!
Thanks!

2007-03-08 05:00:37 · 6 answers · asked by Lil 1

A member of my family has done this. Anyone offer any advice. Does the water float in which case replacing the fluid in the reservoir might be ok or is it a complete drain and flush?
Comments/advise appreciated as nothing found on searches.

2007-03-08 04:50:13 · 9 answers · asked by alrem 1

2007-03-08 04:49:11 · 4 answers · asked by Nick 1

I have a 1999 Corolla and im on my third set of wheels and tires so I know that isn't the problem. I have all new shocks and my current tires are balanced. What else could cause my steering wheel to vibrate at anything above 45mph? Thanks!

2007-03-08 04:40:30 · 16 answers · asked by jdmikey83 2