Maintenance & Repairs - March 2007

Tonight on my way home from work, I noticed that in my 1998 ford explorer, the 4WD and 4WDL lights would flash 4 times and then go out for about 2 minutes. They would then flash again. I didn't try putting it in 4 wheel drive because I know this means there is a problem of some sort. Anyone know what this means?

2007-03-22 17:59:28 · 3 answers · asked by dan731028 2

I have tried everything aside from actually unplugging the battery and they won't go off. It's too late to go to a repair or parts store and the light will drain my battery if I wait until morning. Has anyone else had a similar problem before or does anyone know any way to fix it?

2007-03-22 17:45:23 · 7 answers · asked by Xanth 1

I dont no what in the world wrong with it i replace the fan motor and the temp sensor plus radiater cuz i had proble it fixed for aobut a year now my can dont turn on when they supposed to let say the fan will work about a mounth and than out of the blue i run in side my house for about 5sec and came back the temp hand is almost near the red i turn it off turn the heater on and waited for about 1 minent i had the water bolling and when i turn the van back on the fans works i dont no if its a shoratage or what so i just unplug the temp sensor and now the fans continue to run i wondering whats the problem is i realy dont want to keep the sensor unpluged because it giave me a hard start in the mornings please help this is the 4th time it happed i dont want to blow a head or something

2007-03-22 17:34:24 · 5 answers · asked by swazicomputers 2

have changed the air bypass valve,disconnected emergency brake diaphram connection , still havehum that comes an goes.

2007-03-22 17:34:00 · 2 answers · asked by merleluck 1

my 88 CRX, everytime when i put from Park to Reverse, the whole car kicks, what could be wrong, expensive to repair?

thank you guys!

2007-03-22 17:26:38 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

winters morning, but the weather is mild here, i let it sit for 5 or 10 minutes, after that it's still running like it wants to cut off, i have to drive it . after 5 minutes of driving it it drove like a dream. this started 3 months ago.*( this does not happen often) i had the car tuned up recently with a 12-point check and had the engine sludge blown out, plus today i put in some fuel injection cleaner. any suggessions???

2007-03-22 17:24:11 · 2 answers · asked by yelnatssac 1

2007-03-22 17:17:46 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-03-22 17:00:42 · 3 answers · asked by Calvin A 1

the chevy engine is about 7 years old and the ford is about 17 years old.... they seem to be about the same size

2007-03-22 16:58:40 · 4 answers · asked by guitarbuttmunch88 1

Or should I keep the brand of beer that I drink.

2007-03-22 16:40:41 · 3 answers · asked by Lab 7

2007-03-22 16:40:03 · 1 answers · asked by nerak.yesac 1

I have a 1999 35th anniversary Mustang its really nice, i already got a stereo system, decal, dual exhaust, and custom chrome rims. what else do you GIRLS suggest for the next step for my car, what impress's you and what makes you think "damn that cars nice".

2007-03-22 16:33:01 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

I drive a '99 VW Beetle. I went to walmart, but they needed a "star wrench", and did not have the proper tool to change the light. Where should I take it that would be cheap? (i know walmart would have charged around $5)

2007-03-22 16:31:16 · 5 answers · asked by supercoop922 2

it, most times it takes , 1 person to pop it and another person to open it.i need to be able to open it by myself.....in case of an emergency (fire), i carry a fire extingisher...an a battery charger.
any suggessions?

2007-03-22 16:08:38 · 2 answers · asked by yelnatssac 1

it, most times it takes , 1 person to pop it and another person to open it.i need to be able to open it by myself.....in case of an emergency (fire), i carry a fire extingisher...an a battery charger.
any suggessions?

2007-03-22 16:06:10 · 3 answers · asked by yelnatssac 1

My driver's side wheel has been squeaking/squealing HORRIBLY for a few months. It has progressed to every revolution of the wheel, regardless if brakes/clutch/accelerator are pushed in.

Please help! I want to try to avoid getting ripped off at the shop. My wheel isn't going to fall off right?!

2007-03-22 15:56:13 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have a 89 Thunderbird, when I am braking, the steering wheel go a little eratic, or vibrates, what would cause this to happen. Also, another question is when I turn right it makes a little squeak noise or something like that. but only when I turn right not left.

2007-03-22 15:43:56 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

Well, first of all, I just bought a 66 Mustang with a decent engine in it, and it just looks sexy. My problem is, I want get more horses and power out of it. How hard would it be to install a nitrous system in it with tools that can be found in an average high school garage? And also, how much would a good system cost? And what is a good system? and brand? And if you aren't already sick of me, how hard would it be to install a turbo charger and what is the price of a good one of those? Thanks for your help. It is greatly appreciated.

2007-03-22 15:42:13 · 5 answers · asked by The Sexy Scott 1

At about the halfway point of a 300 mile trip, my 2000 Ranger 4x4 started making one hellacious noise. It seems to be coming from the front of the truck, and is a very loud humming noise (I thought it sounded like a bomber in one of those old WWII movies). If I stop, it stops. Once I restart, its not there until it kicks in at about 45 MPH.

The good news is that whatever it is didn't leave me stranded in the boondocks. It made it back with no apparent damage other than the noise.

When I take it to the mechanic tomorrow, will I need heart pills?

2007-03-22 15:41:29 · 8 answers · asked by Rick N 5

The laser method or the platform method. Anyone can provide the reference of the laser method if any. thanks

2007-03-22 15:22:28 · 4 answers · asked by noti69000 3

Read all of this before u just yell something out..

The brake pedal Goes all the way down until it hits just a little resistance at the very very end.. perhaps a half inch of braking power..

I have replaced
1) the calipers
2) the rubber hoses
3) the master cylinder
4) the power booster

I have no idea what to do next

and also if u could answer.. would 1 brake line unbled lead to this problem? someone has told me even 1 unbled brake line could have the entire brake system compromised like this.
I have replaced every part i can think of..

2007-03-22 15:20:45 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous

My car, a 1999 ford windstar, stopped at the traffic light today, and I couldn't forward, only backward, when the light turned green. After I heard a creaking noise, which seemed like I crashed, my car stopped moving, I pushed the accelerator, but still didnt move. Any tips to fix my car?Steps? (the engine is working but only goes BACKWARD)

2007-03-22 15:06:14 · 12 answers · asked by Alicia o 1

who's getting better in terms of quality and service.

2007-03-22 14:57:01 · 4 answers · asked by sixsgm 4

2007-03-22 14:48:50 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous

My corolla has 60,000 km's on it and the dealership is telling me the pads need to be replaced. I have not noticed anything wrong with them, no noise, no squeaks. Also if I get them changed do I need to get the rotors machined? And how much extra should that cost?

2007-03-22 14:43:57 · 10 answers · asked by ozone_80 2

What the *bleep* is this?Duralast gold brakes were put on brand new ,rotors good,was hearing a train(how a train would sound when stopping-without the squeek)sound while breaking???

2007-03-22 14:43:47 · 5 answers · asked by Loved_by_the_Best 1

i have replaced the battery,altenater,starter,throdal sensor,fuel filterandpump,the sock and it still wants to cut out and die when it does it startes back up but i have to keep pushing on the gas to keep it runnig then when i get it home and park it i smell something burning i only drive it about 2 blocks could it be the injectors

2007-03-22 14:39:11 · 8 answers · asked by JENNIFER R 1

2007-03-22 14:30:01 · 6 answers · asked by incaseuwonder 3

Has anyone tried that gasket repair chemical that you pour in your radiator to seal the leak. I'm pretty sure the 1990 ford aerostar I have has a blown head gasket, it will drive fine for about a week and then will start to overheat, when u check the radiator it is half empty. also have bad compression in the back 2 cylinders. If anyone has ever used that stuff id like to know if it works, or if you have any other ideas I could try.

2007-03-22 14:13:58 · 15 answers · asked by imre_14_2000 5

I want to buy an automotive battery charger but I am confused the the amount volts and amps it should have. I would like to know what would be the recommended specs for a charger used to charge automotive batteries. Thanks!!!

2007-03-22 14:06:08 · 10 answers · asked by e e in california 1