Maintenance & Repairs - March 2007

2007-03-06 01:27:20 · 1 answers · asked by Jay 1

4L 6cyl auto transmission 1992 Explorer has always started on first try with no need for accelerator pedal, and ran smooth at about 1000RPM while warming up, around 650 RPM in Park/Neutral/or in gear with brakes on.

Suddenly, it needs gas pedal to stay running without bucking - RPM drops to less than 500, charge guage dips at same time to less than 12 V. Must put it in neutral and give gas at stoplights. Runs fine while moving. This happened immediately after I sprayed Teflon Silicon lubricant in ignition switch, and (more importantly?) left the ignition switch in "On" position without engine running for about 25 minutes. Also new tank of gas 20 miles earlier.

Does something electrical burn up or overheat when you leave it switched on? I have tested it for 5 miles at city speeds but I don't want to get stuck on the Interstate trying to "burn it off" as one friend suggested. Battery seems strong, charge guage returns to 14+ volts when it is running at or above 1000 RPM. THX!

2007-03-06 01:24:17 · 6 answers · asked by Tim R ☂ 4

I am trying to find out what backspacing is on wheels and I just need info in general about wheels and tires for off-roading use if anyone could help I would be very greatful.

2007-03-06 00:56:14 · 3 answers · asked by allaroundathlete50 2

My car will run but when I give it gas it cuts out at 2000-2300 rpms. It doesn't stall it just dogs out. Fuel filter maybe?

2007-03-06 00:50:02 · 7 answers · asked by chris h 1

My 2000 Kia sephia's front bumper is showing signs of sagging. Maybe it's because i've hit one too many curbs...i want to know if i could somehow glue it back in place. or maybe get a car bra? let me know.

2007-03-06 00:44:13 · 7 answers · asked by meetoonyc 1

The temp gauge rises to 210 deg and I will have heat when directed to floor.Electric radiator fan does not come on.When I select defrost the radiator fan comes on and never shuts off.Engine temp stays at 210 degrees but heat into cabin turns cold.Selecting floor position again will not bring heat back and fan still will not cyle on and off

2007-03-06 00:22:01 · 6 answers · asked by mhzdriver 1

I always thought that you press the button in when you take off but simply pull it up (with the 'noise' ) when you stop. My new car needed an handbrake adjustment at my first service...is this cos I am wrong, the car is weird, or the fact that my DH has reversed out of the drive with it on a couple of times?
Any explanations of how it all works greatly appreciated!

2007-03-06 00:18:43 · 7 answers · asked by fayezipdee 2

Child was playing with whiteout in parking lot and got whiteout all over the hood of my car, it is a black car. How can I remove the whiteout without damaging my car's paint?

2007-03-06 00:14:45 · 16 answers · asked by cmetcalf35 1

I have a 2002 Dodge Durango V8 and the oil pressure gauge goes up & down depending on my speed or idling. It never goes all the way to the full point but when I checked my oil, it was full. Is there a problem? I had a 2001 Durango & it never did this. Please help.

2007-03-06 00:01:36 · 5 answers · asked by jlicious 2

This is the 2.5L 4-cylinder. It isn't the fuel pump, because we had that replaced in December. Transmission fluid level is fine. Here's what happened:

The van was running absolutely fine. Nothing out of the ordinary. The one day when I was on my way to the store, the engine started to just ...die! The speedometer went from 55 down to 30 in about two seconds, and no matter how hard I pushed the gas, it still stayed around 30. It was if the gas pedal was not giving it any gas! After another second or two, it died all the way down to around 10mph. I took my foot off the gas, then put my foot back on the gas again...and ZOOM...it took off again like nothing had ever happened!

It has done this same thing twice in the past month. Anyone have any ideas?

2007-03-05 23:58:37 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-03-05 23:50:16 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-03-05 23:44:40 · 5 answers · asked by riadlia 1

The problem is once in a blue moon while driving the car will just up and die. The electronics on the car will flash and it will sputter then dead. Then it will start back up and drive fine. This has happened 3 times before I had to park it and go overseas. I had it hooked up to a diagnostics but it had no errors. All this leads me to think it is a loose wire. Ground maybe? Any info I can get to help me fix this problem when I get back would be greatly appreciated.

2007-03-05 23:32:34 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I just reciently replaced the transmission type number 31th in my 1998 dodge caravan at 125,000 miles. The vehicle is driven on expressway only and has never pulled a trailer as there is no hitch on the vehicle. The question is, should I install a cooler in the return line to the transmission, and would it help. This vehicle is driven only on the expressway, and maybe shifts 4 times a day under normal use. Thanks, Chris

2007-03-05 22:50:52 · 4 answers · asked by Tinman_2_54 2

i have gotten cooling system flush and have to pour about a cup of antifreeze in it every 2 months or so can anyone help me? It has had all oil changes etc. I tried using BARS STOP LEAK to plug any possible holes in the radiator.

2007-03-05 22:39:57 · 5 answers · asked by j d 1

engines shape and manufacturing locations

2007-03-05 22:27:17 · 1 answers · asked by ckp prasath 1

My cars been overheating and the mechanic told me that the thermostat hose had to be changed and to flush out the cooling system..do you think this will stop the overheating?

2007-03-05 21:11:29 · 11 answers · asked by IC4NDY_ 3

My car seems to make a humming noise when I go 60km or faster and the faster I go the louder it gets? What might this be?The car handles well and there are no rattles etc in the car its a 96 holden Barina Swing. Could it be the axel as it sounds like something in that area as it happens when wheels are going round at a spped of 60kms or more and the sound gets faster and louder the faster the car is driven/

2007-03-05 21:05:42 · 5 answers · asked by leannepell 1

i recently got my cars upper exaust done, the honey comb thinking that it would stop the cars smoke but it just made it worse! it happens when i slow down or brake and then accelerate and the car behind me is covered in smoke.
It is very embarssing and was wondering if someone could tell me what is causing the smoke????
I've done the oil change and it is going for a tune in within a weeks time will this help???? its a ford laser 1989 KF
white smoke. only got reconditioned gear box put in week before christmas too they sealed a leak from the transmission and then the smoke started.

2007-03-05 20:51:35 · 11 answers · asked by just_jemma 3

It is not a cracked distributor cap - she gets damp during a wet night and won't start early morning but will start later on a clear day. I am wondering if a car cover would help or if the damp would just come in from underneath? Appreciate any helpful replies!

2007-03-05 20:14:28 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

I get a strong smell of fuel in the cabin. The fuel lines are fine. I was told that it may be an exhaust problem. I have noticed the exhaust tip is very black (unusually so). The fuel consumption has been very poor since this has started to happen. I checked another forum and it mentioned a carbon filter under the drivers front wing but did not eleborate

Can anyone help

Ps can't afford to be ripped off by Renault mechanics

2007-03-05 20:00:02 · 6 answers · asked by banjo booee 2

2007-03-05 19:31:39 · 3 answers · asked by damonjodie@sbcglobal.net 1

2007-03-05 18:54:03 · 9 answers · asked by Suednim 3

i got a rsx type -s , and i burn out alot jus wanna know if it will ***** up my tranny , or something ..............thanx

2007-03-05 18:41:04 · 12 answers · asked by andyman_19 2

I travel alot and my car has a slightly large engine then a 4 cylinder. to use minimum amount of gas/petroleum, I shift my gear to neutral when standing still at a trafic light thinking It would save gas....

I look at the fact that electric motor takes more electricity when given load or perhaps too much load making it stop eventually...

I am not sure about a gasoline engine? does a gasoline engine spend more gas/ petroleum when it is running free or when it has been forced to stop the car from moving??

2007-03-05 17:39:27 · 5 answers · asked by boygenis 3

I am frustrated as heck, because I really want to fix my friends car. I took the starter in and they said it was bad, so I got a used one at a junk yard that I had tested... it was fine. I put that one in, but it still wont turn over. the dash lights come on, but nothing. The electrical line looks a little worn that connects to the solnoid. is there a fuse that goes to that maybe? What are all the possiblities it could be? I'm going to try charging the battery... but give me some suggestions so I havent wasted all this time. She really doesnt have money for a car mechanic.

2007-03-05 17:37:17 · 10 answers · asked by phantomknightlad 2

2007-03-05 17:36:11 · 3 answers · asked by hebbs777 1

I have gotten small dents over the year and was wondering if there is any way to have them fixed????

2007-03-05 17:35:43 · 2 answers · asked by pappoo 1

I need some help, My engine will not turn over, when I turn the key I get some wierd buzzer sound, kind of like the shock pens only louder. It is either coming from the voltage regulator or the starter solenoid. Does anyone know what this is and how to fix it?

2007-03-05 17:14:48 · 5 answers · asked by garrettandarlene 1

car was driving fine then check engine light came on later on , right then transmission got stuck on 2nd gear it will go on reverse but will not upshift or downsifht on drive , now a friend of mine told me the transmission has gone on safe mode , to prevent damage
how can I tell for sure what is going on has anybody out there experience something similar as this . thank you all.

2007-03-05 17:12:46 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous