Maintenance & Repairs - April 2007

I was driving home tonight when I noticed that my lights were getting dim. I seemed to be losing power but I was still driving ok. Then the wipers stopped working and the windows wouldn't roll up and down. The closer I got to home the less power I had. I pretty much just coasted home. My battery light went on at this point. I was going to pull over and walk the rest of the way home and when I braked I got a surge of power. Thats how I made it the rest of the way home. When I turn off the van the lights wouldn't turn off and the van wouldn't restart. My husband disconnected the battery so it wouldn't drain overnight. I guess tomorrow we will have to get it towed. Anyone have any ideas what this could be? By the way, we just replaced the battery a few months ago so I don't think that is the problem.
Thanks

2007-04-27 15:50:41 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

But can't find the information they contain. Are they only available to dealers?

2007-04-27 15:21:31 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

The tongue that inserts into the square hole is stuck. Its the first time Its been put in and there are no levers or anything to release it. It won't budge at all and I can't see the holes in the tongue to put the safety pin in. Could it be that its just pushed too far in? (its a 2006 chevy equinox, stock tow package) Thank you!

2007-04-27 14:50:32 · 8 answers · asked by advarky 1

I have a Jeep Liberty and I skidded and swerved pretty bad today in a rain storm I was in the process of making a left turn. Now the steering is really loose and I have to turn the wheel alot more in either direction and the truck feels like the back wheels are pulling in the oppositie direction of where I want to turn. What did I do?

2007-04-27 14:39:09 · 3 answers · asked by infinevol 1

Does anyone have an idea of what this could be? It is a 1992 grande Prix.I know for sure it is not the brakes.

2007-04-27 14:18:58 · 5 answers · asked by Angel Y 1

Sorry, I'm no car expert, but my husband just called and said that the car overheated.

I knew the brake pads probably needed replacing, but we've been very financially tight lately.

Could the car have overheated if the pads were worn out by any chance?

Or should I not worry as much?
Please help - serious answers only.

2007-04-27 14:10:52 · 8 answers · asked by mroof! 6

I have a Black 2003 Dodge Neon has a whole bunch of swirl marks and small hair line scratches, probably from cleaning it at work before with the old brushes.

I want to buff my car to get all of that out of there, but I am not sure what the best product to use would be.

I would appreiciate all GOOD comments and opinions. Thank you!

2007-04-27 13:57:29 · 5 answers · asked by Hunka Hunka Burnin Love 1

During this time of the year the temperatures outside are really hot.. 100º +. i can only park my car outdoors and im concerned about the heat and the sun's rays damaging my car. my car is pretty much brand new, just bought it about 1month ago and i want to keep it in the best condition i can. What are some good ways to help my car keep cool and protect the paint job? The mp3 player in my previous car was killed by the summer heat. i'm taking extra precautions this time around.

2007-04-27 13:57:14 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-04-27 13:50:16 · 3 answers · asked by southernman 1

2007-04-27 13:40:09 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

there is surface corrosion on the 96 model outdrive section. is there a preventative fix for this and how do i stop it?

2007-04-27 13:37:13 · 7 answers · asked by keith s 1

2007-04-27 13:31:03 · 1 answers · asked by ewcowboy 1

what do you recommend for a 91 toyota previa? mobile 1, castrol high ml, valvoline high mileage?

2007-04-27 13:13:33 · 3 answers · asked by David 2

hello i need advice on 2007 CHRYSLER PACIFICA T that i bought at a insurance auction the exterior of the car is in excellance condition but the interior of the car is striped even the seats are gone here's a pic http://www.ridesafely.com/Image.asp?Type=1&AID=&InventoryID=704086083&Image=%2F20070416%2F06909097%5F5X my question is how much in labor and parts is it going to cost me to fix the damages i need a rough estimate in the cost please thank you!

2007-04-27 13:12:25 · 6 answers · asked by bigbudballer 1

iS the engine big? tell me everyone search for me plz

2007-04-27 13:11:19 · 1 answers · asked by David 2

How can i remove a stripped NUT(not the bolt)? Any suggestions?
It is a bolt that is on my 1994 Ford F-150 5.0 / 302 anyway the transmission was replaced in the past and the mechanics left a stripped NUT (totally rounded off) were the torque converter connects to the fly wheel. Vice grips wont get it!

2007-04-27 12:56:03 · 18 answers · asked by What's Up? 6

I swapped my stock 305 with a 350, the engine is rebuilt with an edelbrock performer carburetor, 600cfm, after market headers, it's loud (no exhaust yet just headers). Any tips on how to quiet it down? Also, on the stock 305 engine there were 2 sensors on the block, one for oil pressure and other for coolant.
The 350 engine is a 1970 year. Where are these sensors located so that I can purchase the right ones?

2007-04-27 12:44:40 · 5 answers · asked by J. K 4

is it ok to shift your car at 3500 rpm or wat bout 4000rpm.
is that ok. just want to know

2007-04-27 12:21:17 · 9 answers · asked by da man 2

I want to work on cars, but i don't have enough time to go into the classroom for hands-on training due to my job. My plan is to get a course as an auto technician to some school online. I have a little experience but not enough. I need some advice to you guys, specially from the auto mechanics. Thanks a lot.....

2007-04-27 12:14:00 · 11 answers · asked by code 00 2

it doesn't want to start after driving it until it sits for awhile. its not like a dead battery. the engine won't start, but not dead. replaced the alternator already & the battery is new.

2007-04-27 11:27:33 · 2 answers · asked by Michelle C 3

It's almost like there's a puddle on the floor.

2007-04-27 10:04:40 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

My timing belt slipped and was replaced. However, it is now making noises from the timing belt area when the car has been driving for 20 to 30 minutes in warm temperature. I had the timing belt, idler pulley, and tensioner replaced already at the dealership. What can still be the problem? ANybody know why it is still making a noise from there in warm temperatures of above 60 degrees after the car has been driven for 20 to 30 minutes? I mean there is nothing left i can change right?

2007-04-27 09:38:21 · 5 answers · asked by tou2yaj 2

2007-04-27 09:24:01 · 12 answers · asked by Steve C 2

took my car in because it was running sluggish, poor gas mileage and the service and security lights were coming on. They did diagnostic and then did tune-up, brakes and a few other small repairs for 900. The lights still came on so I took it back. Now they are saying a cylinder head needs to be replaced at 2200! The blue book value is close to that. Had I known the total cost of repair to fix this would be 3100, I would not have invested 900 into it. I feel like I am being taken. They admitted the mechanic should have caught it with diagnostics. They have offered to apply cost of tune-up towards the cylinder head repair. Is this something that should have been caught? I need advice as to how to proceed. I have no intention of spending that on this car, and would not have done the other work had I known it would not have resolved the issue. They mis-diagnosed at my expense. Did they just do a "bait and switch" on me???

2007-04-27 08:04:16 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-04-27 07:54:46 · 2 answers · asked by wilcombe 1

I have a 99 Mitsubishi Galant and whenever I drive my car I smell gas on the inside of my car and then whenever I roll my windows down while driving I smell the gas even more. What could possibly be the cause of this and how do I get it fixed??

2007-04-27 07:52:15 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

IT doesn't seem to be the alternator or battery, but I could be wrong. The battery light only came on once the car died. This is a 94' Honda Prelude. I bought it from a good dealership from a family friend. It was in great condition. Stumped as to what this could be? Thanks

2007-04-27 07:14:06 · 7 answers · asked by sterlingshell 1

2007-04-27 06:50:21 · 1 answers · asked by REGINO D 1

My cable for the hood to my Regel snapped, now my battery is dead and I need to get under the hood, anyone tell me how to open it, thanks for any help, Jay

2007-04-27 06:32:38 · 1 answers · asked by Jay P 2

2007-04-27 06:28:14 · 3 answers · asked by REGINO D 1