Maintenance & Repairs - April 2007

I have a 2000 Ford Focus the gear gets stuck in park, wipers go off and on and A/C turns off while driving. While I was driving today my wipers started going on/off by itself. Also the A/C would turn off. My lights wont turn on unless the car gets out of Park. Does anyone else have these problems or am I the only one with a psycho car?

2007-04-19 10:17:59 · 4 answers · asked by Katrice V 1

car is 1991 mercedes 350sdl turbo diesel.

it runs nicely but i just noticed this the other day. When lookin at my car from the back, my exhaust pipe looked like it was hanging to the left a little bit.

I took a loo ktoday and I noticed one of the thick rubber black O - rings that hold it onto two hooks had broken completely. The right one is still in tact but I can see major cracks in it. I want to get them replaced asap.

Then I investigated a little furthur. I looked at the pipe leading from the front end of the car into the muffler. Right before it hits the muffler there is about a 2 inch diameter hole. Also, at the spot where the exhaust pipes molds onto the muffler, it is extremely rusted and corroded, and tiny holes are appearing where I can stick a paper clip into the pipe. Will this cause any problems except make my car sound louder - which it doesnt right now so what should I do? Thanks , Tyler

2007-04-19 08:06:01 · 5 answers · asked by odysseyxltd 1

the drivers key hole lock has been removed and passenger side is still there but wont work now? what do have to find in the inside of the hole to push or pull or do ? to unlock the car

2007-04-19 08:00:47 · 7 answers · asked by hayleylov 6

the car runs great but overheats because the fans dont come on ...what needs fixed ? is there a sensor or something not working?

2007-04-19 07:48:38 · 6 answers · asked by Kord 3

okay my 89 ford started miss at idle so ipopped the hood and started pulling wires and i found after pulling the first two closes too the grille of the truck there is no affect so its not fireing on them i change the plugs it doesnt get any better the plugs wires appear to be new too any ideas

2007-04-19 07:31:24 · 3 answers · asked by charger_413 2

this last time i am told it`s a right off. the place i bought it from , a car dealers, refuses to do anything about it. they have lent me rental cars when mine was being fixed, all of them unroad worthy. is there anything i can do to claim my money back?

2007-04-19 06:58:44 · 11 answers · asked by cheesenbanana 2

I was adding oil to my car and ended up spilling a decent amount of oil on my sisters car [don't ask how]. Completely forgetting that I'm suppose to put kitty litter on oil stains, I ended up rubbing it all onto the top of the trunk. Thankfully the car is black so it doesn't show up well, but it is still pretty easy to see when you get close. How can I remove the oil? Do I need to use the litter? Any help would be appreciated ASAP!

2007-04-19 06:42:24 · 7 answers · asked by Bumfuzz 2

She tries to start - but no go!

2007-04-19 06:33:37 · 5 answers · asked by mofomuzic 1

Well, to make a long story short, my timing belt for my mazda car slipped last spring. I had the timing belt and tensioner replaced at the dealership. Then the car started to make a noise after i drove it on small roads for 10 to 15 minutes. I took it back, they said it was the idler bearings. The car made noises again after driven for 10 to 15 minutes. Then winter came, the car no longer made any noises. Now spring time is here, and the weather is warm again, the car now makes noises again in the timing belt area after it is driven for 10 to 15 minutes on small roads. When the car is driven on freeways, it doesnt seem to make as much noise if not any, this usually only happens while it is driven on small roads, where there is stop and go and during warm seasons such as spring, summer, and fall, but not winter. Does anybody have the solution to this problem? My car is 2000 Mazda Protege Es with 1.8L engine and 4 cylinder.

2007-04-19 06:25:54 · 4 answers · asked by tou2yaj 2

2007-04-19 06:22:40 · 13 answers · asked by lynne_ali2004 1

Do they sale a recharge kit to the public, or do you have to have a special licence, like with freon?

2007-04-19 05:38:19 · 6 answers · asked by shelby m 3

I just had all four original tires replaced at 106,600 miles with good quality Michellin tires. The original tires were in pretty bad shape and a previous shop mentioned strut replacement, but I think that wear-and-tear just took its toll for too long. I have hit a small curb at low speeds (about 10 mph) with the left (driver-side) tires a couple of times, but I think that the struts took the shock without damage because the "wheel to ground" contact performance seemed fine.

With the new tires, the car drives much smoother in every respect and has no pull to either side. They said that they balanced the tires, but I only saw them put the tires on. They said that I should have a front end alignment everytime I put on new wheels.

What does tire balancing entail?
When do you need to get a wheel alignment (front-end or otherwise)?
How do you know when you need to replace the struts?
What issues should be considered when replacing all of your tires?

2007-04-19 03:58:09 · 9 answers · asked by Andy 4

I saw a pretty nice system at Pull-a-part (junkyard) and thought about getting it. It wasn't corroded or anything and in good shape. Would this be a good move to make since the engine in my 85 lesabre and the Delta 88 are the same thing???
I don't have equipment to check for leaks or anything to test out the used system...Or should I just get a compressor and try that first???

2007-04-19 03:57:03 · 5 answers · asked by Apple Sauce Stevens 1

How much is the pulling max for a 1990 chevy silverado with a new transmittion, and 6 cylinder engine? Here is a pic of the truck I'm talking about
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d103/Appybarrel/truck.jpg
Would a 2 horse trailer with one horse be too much? the horse weighs about 1100

2007-04-19 03:05:51 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have a 1995 model vauxhall astra I want to know where the Rear suspension level control system is located for inputting air into the shock absorbers

2007-04-19 02:39:07 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

Difficult to access the tank, quite a bit of taking things appart involved to clear the diesel in it. I know that Diesel dilutes quite well in unleded fuel but I don't know if the carbs on my bike will suffer?

2007-04-19 01:21:59 · 6 answers · asked by Bleufrog 1

2007-04-18 22:15:30 · 6 answers · asked by Sheikh N 1

if my car requires 87 octane if i put 91 or 94 in once in a while could it hurt my car?

2007-04-18 21:33:50 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

What happen if I do not change the dirty air filter in the car?
Actually, how does the air filter affect the car performance and gas consumption, etc?

2007-04-18 20:03:44 · 8 answers · asked by jolin10 4

I thought my Little Hyundai used only 50 series tires. So that's what I have on. I'm in need of new tires and now I want 55 series. what are the pros and cons of using a thicker tire?

2007-04-18 18:45:11 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

I'm going to be buying a new set of tires soon, and want to make sure I get something with a solid reputation and build quality.

What, in your opinion, are the top 3 brands of tires in terms of overall quality? (quality being traction, durability, tread life, quiet and comfortable ride, etc.)

Also, would you suggest avoiding off-brands? What are some specific brands you would avoid?

Thank you!

2007-04-18 18:34:14 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

How often are pumps required to be calibrated or checked for accuracy (specifically in Texas)?

2007-04-18 18:33:28 · 7 answers · asked by Paula P 1

i was told by toyota that my throttle was too tight... how would that affect anything?

2007-04-18 18:20:14 · 6 answers · asked by dabo 1

2007-04-18 17:06:32 · 3 answers · asked by jmaus06 2

I am looking for cheap auto glass for a 97 saturn passenger side window. If anyone knows where I can find it let me know

2007-04-18 16:57:51 · 4 answers · asked by alisha t 2

I recently hit a pole/column in a parking garage driving my Scion tC. I have gotten estimates around $1600 to replace a fender, the front bumper, and one of the headlights. I am wondering if it is a good idea to fix it myself (with the guidance of a friend who has mechanical knowledge)? According to the collision centers, my headlight should be replaced because the plastic tabs have been broken where the screws attach underneath the hood. But the light still works and only has minor scratches on the side, and I cannot see a reason why it is necessary to get it fixed right now. Should I purchase the parts myself , do the work myself, and just pay to have it painted??? Do I need to replace the light?

2007-04-18 16:53:11 · 15 answers · asked by Hannah 2

2007-04-18 16:52:49 · 8 answers · asked by wheeler954x4 1

I was driving down the highway last week and my car just turned off. First the radio went off, then the speedometer went to 0 and finally the car just completely shut off. I got the car towed to a shop. They said it was the alternator and alternator cable and replaced it. I picked my car up and it died again 15 minutes after driving. Took my car back to the shop and they hooked the battery up to a tester with the car running. The battery continued to lose power right in front of us. The battery is less than 6 months old. The mechanics have no idea what the problem is.

2007-04-18 16:44:58 · 20 answers · asked by Keith M 2

2007-04-18 16:44:04 · 4 answers · asked by Anthony J 2

I have a 1984 cutlass with an olds 350 and I still have no spark after a new coil, cap, rotor, and new clean, tight ground and power connections. I checked the wires at the starter and distributor coil and there are 12volts when the key is in the on position. I dont know what's next to try besides ignition switch.

2007-04-18 16:21:20 · 8 answers · asked by dhitta24 1