Maintenance & Repairs - March 2007

The dome lights won't turn off once the van gets wet from rain. When I get out I have to disconnect the battery so it won't be drained over night. The lights only do this when it rains. I went throught the car wash and they didn't do it. After about a day or so they'll finally cut off after they dry out I guess. They've done this about 6 times. But I don't wanna be shopping and come out to find my battery's dead and be stranded because of this.What can I do?

2007-03-25 12:44:06 · 4 answers · asked by hovas_akademiks 1

Do i need to fix them right away to have the car moving or will it move after its fix with taking care of them later?

2007-03-25 12:38:26 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

i said before that after my car sits all night it will start and when i shut it off it wont its not struggling to start when i turn the key it just makes a click sound just once but the lights and everything else works its a 1998 saturn sl sedan

2007-03-25 12:35:14 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have a hux nut screwed onto a threaded shaft that I cannot remove. One side of the shaft has a very flat disk (like a push pin) and the other side has the nut screwed on. When I try to loosen the nut, the whole thing rotates. I cannot grab onto the flat disk well enough to hold the shaft stationary while turning the nut . I also cannot grab on the the shaft because there is not enough room. Is there a way to get the nut loose?

2007-03-25 12:31:21 · 6 answers · asked by Chris 2

my 1991 caprice classic smells like it's overheating and my check engine light keeps coming on. sometimes when i 'm backing up the car just cuts off.when i check the anti-freeze it's full but the over-heating smell is still there.can someone help me? and when i'm driving, my car is rocking side to side more than a normal car should.

2007-03-25 12:26:05 · 6 answers · asked by ALBERTA G 1

the 4 torque converter plate bolts. Should just pull staight out? Right? What my problem here. I dropped out the tranny due to my upper seal leaking.

2007-03-25 12:14:58 · 5 answers · asked by lizzye71 2

i have redone the brakes for the front and when i got to the back brakes ,and pulled off the drums it was hard cakey stuff all in there on both sides and the shoes were completely worn and some of the hardware was missing so i replaced the rear wheel cylinders on both sides and the master cylinder but i can get fluid to the front brakes but when i take the bleed needle form the rear cylinders i cant get any fluid back there,i have put the air compressor on the lines to make sure they are all clear and the lines are clear can someone give me info on how i can get get this master cylinder to let fluid get to my rear wheels.........................thanks

2007-03-25 12:05:05 · 5 answers · asked by slick 50 1

2007-03-25 12:02:21 · 12 answers · asked by nodumgys 7

I have a car workshop and am on the lookout for an electronic car diagnostic tool, I've searched the web and have seen numerous products. Can any1 shortlist some of the top tools available. I want to find and erase error codes and be able to reset them on most of the modern cars.

2007-03-25 12:00:07 · 1 answers · asked by Regnex 2

2007-03-25 11:58:24 · 4 answers · asked by jrsouthe 1

I have a 10-yr old Honda Civic coupe and I need to fix a dent on its door. It is not a very deep dent, but about 8" wide. My questions are as follows:
1) Autozone tried to pull it out with their suction cup, but that did not seem to work. Is there an alternative to taking it to the body shop?
2) The guy at Autozone said these things must be fixed asap or they dont pop out as easily. Is that true?
3) Is it complicated to get rid of the scratches above the tire next to the dent?
4) The plastic strip on the side of the door fell out when the car got dented. I have the intact strip, can I superglue it back?

2007-03-25 11:48:58 · 4 answers · asked by diffusemenow 2

Has anyone tried the fuel genie? Does it seem to increase horsepower and gas mileage? Do any automotive experts have proof that it does or doesn't work?

2007-03-25 11:47:46 · 5 answers · asked by j1s07 2

My Mechanic says I need a new one but I can't find an auto parts place that has one.

2007-03-25 11:41:17 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-03-25 11:37:58 · 12 answers · asked by Jamtala 1

My 97 chrysler seabring didn't pass the emision inpection because the check engine light was on and when the mechanic check it he sead that he could not communicate with the computer what could be the couse of this, malfuntion aparently the computer is working becouse is detecting a Problem. no automechanic that I have gone to has being able to fix it. thank you. I am from Holyoke Ma. zip code 01040

2007-03-25 11:23:19 · 3 answers · asked by Baffle 1

The warning lights also come on.Everything electric seems to still work, but the truck goes off as if i turn the truck off.I think it's my spark plugs.Also when I go to crank my car, I have to turn my ignition switch really fast to start it or it wont start at all.I usually get it on the 3rd or 4th try.Why does it shut down while I'm driving?What can be my problem? How can I fix it?

2007-03-25 11:14:29 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

hi, i have 18 inch x 8.5 r280 ruff racing wheels and 235/40/18 khumo tires...on wich car can they fit??

2007-03-25 11:13:20 · 1 answers · asked by XPX 1

I am reposting my question because alot of readers answered by saying i had them confused: My 91 lumina was fine the other day i was driving it then the oil and service engine soon light came on and the car stalled on me when i tried to crank it back up it wouldnt start it did turn over like it wanted to start but it wouldnt start.My friend did do an oil and fuel pressure test and i am getting both plus spark if anyone can help please feel free to answer thanks

2007-03-25 11:12:27 · 5 answers · asked by jambcombs4321 1

I was driving, and put the window down, and heard a ka-plunk sound, then when I tried to raise it, nothing happened, though it still cycled up and down. At home, my husband manually raised it and there was a crease streak. Pont. dealership man said "gota look at it first", could be a regulator $400-500. Could there be a cheaper fix? Thanks.

2007-03-25 11:05:32 · 4 answers · asked by katherine 2

Hi, I have a 2003 Nissan SE-R SpecV. qr25de. It starts fine and idles normal, but when I push on the gas it does nothing, it does not rev or anything. Checked codes and it says a bunch of different ones including:
P0102
P2122
P2138
P1229
P0222
P0113
Does anyone know which one would most likely cause this symptom? I was thinking the pedal position sensor sounded the most likely, but I am no mechanic. Help

2007-03-25 11:03:22 · 2 answers · asked by kara 3

2007-03-25 10:59:35 · 4 answers · asked by miguelr613 1

recently got this power steering leakage fixed. mechanic said he fixed : power steering hole, power steering valve and oil center(or sender) hole.

2007-03-25 10:58:15 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-03-25 10:55:23 · 7 answers · asked by N of C, b. '53 5

2007-03-25 10:54:52 · 2 answers · asked by pkanach 1

How do i replace the rear cup holders. No directions! please help ASAP! Thanks! Trysh

2007-03-25 10:54:36 · 1 answers · asked by openminded 6

2007-03-25 10:53:25 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-03-25 10:45:45 · 11 answers · asked by . 1

What would cause my 2004 Chevrolet Classic (I believe it is a car made for rental car companies (etc.) and is very similar, if not identical, to the 2003 Chevrolet Malibu) with 64,000 miles (mostly highway) to shake like crazy while braking at highway speeds. I had this problem with my 02 Cavalier and balancing/rotating the tires corrected the shake. So, I had the tires balanced/rotated on this one. I purchased the car in 2004 with 28,000 miles on it and have not changed the brake pads or rotors, if that helps. I've seen that as a possible answer, but wondered what else it could be or if anyone has had the same problem with the same vehicle. Is this something that needs taken care of right away? Money is tight right now and if I can get by (SAFELY) with putting it off, I'd like to. Any suggestions or answers would be MUCH appreciated! Thank you!

2007-03-25 10:40:16 · 8 answers · asked by ☼ grateful ☼ 2

Odometer on 1989 dodge dynasty wasnt working so i replaced it with another working speedodometer cluster.the odometer still dosent work. where does the odometer get its signal from?and what do i need to check now? What readings on ohm meter do i look for?

2007-03-25 10:39:51 · 1 answers · asked by BOBBY A 1

Changed new rotors and front engine mount. Should i change new rear engine mount or tranny mount also, i dont know what the reason to make the shake, please help

2007-03-25 10:36:18 · 4 answers · asked by loner 2