Maintenance & Repairs - June 2007

2007-06-27 06:14:09 · 1 answers · asked by yo 1

I have a 2003 Subaru Legacy. Sometimes when camping I will play the radio in the car for an extended period (2-3 hours). I don't know if cars these days still have coils - but when I was a kid I seem to recall it was harmful to leave ignition in the "accessory" position for an extended time because it might "burn up the coil." Hopefully, modern car electronics avoid this problem, but I want to be sure. Please don't refer me to my user manual or tell me to call the dealer. If you know the answer, or have relevant information, please provide. Thank you.

2007-06-27 06:10:34 · 4 answers · asked by Gary L 1

My light went off last week and I took it to a VW dealership. They said there was a loose spark plug wire and got that replaced. My car was shaking every minute on the way there. All was well for about five days. Then the problem came back. The car shakes consistently again whenever I'm braking long enough. When I accelerated twice to get on the freeway, the light went on and off. I'm just so frustrated how this runs my life. My car is a VW Jetta 2002. Can anyone help?

2007-06-27 06:09:25 · 8 answers · asked by aznricecake_99 1

Hi ,a couple of months ago a friend did the test and found our engine
light was on because of the egr valve. we are going on a trip in two
days, and dont think we have time or the money to fix it before we go.
the van is running fine exept for the light being on a few minutes
into driving. Should we expect any problems or should we hurry to fix
it? Also how hard is it to replace ourselves?

2007-06-27 05:57:06 · 3 answers · asked by goinscrest 1

We just did an engine overhaul. Replaced all gaskets, Bought a new motor head, New distributor, Fuel Pressure regulator, new vacuum lines, new radiator, New ECU (Engine Brain), Ect...Everything was fine but recently my trans has been shifting late which came with no signs of wearing out. And now when you start the truck and let it sit, after about 3 minutes it revs up by itself and then dies out immediately following. Then it wont start for another 2 hours or so... Then everything repeats itself once it does start. Possible fuel pump issue? After it dies out and I turn the key back on I dont hear the fuel pump whining.....Give me your info and all possibilities. THX..Free points to best answerer.

2007-06-27 05:45:58 · 19 answers · asked by thugshady06 2

My car grinds in reverse but is fine in all other gears. The car only has 80k miles on it and I was told by my dealer that it needs a whole new transmission without even looking at it.

2007-06-27 05:35:28 · 11 answers · asked by sighern 1

2007-06-27 05:25:25 · 4 answers · asked by David 2

2007-06-27 04:49:16 · 5 answers · asked by ja 2

Interior lights will not shut off. Door ajar switches are working fine - no warning light when doors are closed, warning light on when doors are open. Replaced one blown bulb, all other bulbs are working with no evidence of any shorted filiments or other problems. Thoughts?

2007-06-27 04:48:35 · 2 answers · asked by Mark F 7

I fell off my board and caught one of my dads cars, i am just very scared he will not know it is me , should i tell?

2007-06-27 04:38:00 · 20 answers · asked by Paula 1

what is the proper way to refill the cooling system of an 02 ford focus w/ 2.0 SOHC. there is no actual radiator cap except for the cap on the resevoir tank. The Haynes manual says something about disconnecting the heater hose from the engine side and pouring it directly into the hose til it fills the engine, however I've had a couple of mechanics tell me that's not the way. I'm a bit confused. Any suggestions? Thanks

2007-06-27 04:36:43 · 1 answers · asked by remlap47 2

im looking at getting a cherry bomb muffler and/or a twin loop muffler but im not sure which is louder

2007-06-27 04:15:49 · 7 answers · asked by banshee_370 3

I was just wondering, if I could just paint my brake calipers with normal spray paint for the corner store, could i just take off my wheels and spray paint it from there? or do I have to full on remove them bla bla bla , or can i just spray paint them by removing my wheels with normal Spray paint from the shop?
Tell me boyz

2007-06-27 04:13:33 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-06-27 04:06:23 · 8 answers · asked by R P 3

2007-06-27 03:53:16 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

my 2002 grand prix stock head unit will not display all numbers when looking at track #,time etc...it will look like either all are filled in so its like 18:83 or half numbers like 3 is really an 8...it will come through correctly after a little while, sometimes taking longer...

2007-06-27 03:43:36 · 3 answers · asked by afultzumd 1

Hi! Here's the deal: I have a Sunfire with a constant air conditioning problem. It has been taken to a mechanic several times, and they can't seem to get the problem fixed. The first time the a/c died, they refilled/recharged it, and it worked for a little while. At least until the end of that summer. The next summer it was taken in, refilled/recharged, and it only worked for a couple weeks. Eventually the compressor was replaced and they have put dye in it several times to find a leak, but there is no leak, and it's charged and filled. I believe after the compressor was replaced that it worked for a couple weeks.

It blows air just fine, but the temperature of that air is just about equal to what's outside the car. The thing is an oven in the summer, and nothing (sun shields, rolled down windows, parking in the shade) is enough to cool it down to a comfortable enough level for just going to the store down the street without baking myself alive.

Any ideas what on what could be wrong?

2007-06-27 03:09:55 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-06-27 02:57:15 · 4 answers · asked by RICKYLEE P 2

I have a 1993 Saturn. I usually add oil to my car about every 3 weeks, maybe 1/2 - 3/4 of a quart. I started my summer job and have been making much longer commutes than usual and I accidently waited the same amount of time to check my oil. Yesterday I sat in really bad traffic all the way home for about 1.5 hours. When I got home i realized a slight and very faint noise as i turned my car off that sounded like metal clinking and knew right away i was low on oil. I checked it after it cooled down and it was very low, it holds 4 quarts to the full line and it took 2 quarts to get it back up to the full level meaning I had roughly 2 quarts in there on a 4 cylindar. I added the oil and drove to work today with no noise or problems. I really only need this car for 1 more year. Will it most likely be okay or am I going to get a big problem in the next few weeks?

Thanks

2007-06-27 02:29:06 · 12 answers · asked by Justin c 2

what temp does it hafta hit in a outdoor shop b4 we can go home?

2007-06-27 02:16:00 · 4 answers · asked by m3 1

I use my emergency brake everyday, even when I'm not parked on a slope. Is there any disadvantage to doing this?

2007-06-27 01:56:01 · 12 answers · asked by taxman3199 1

I have a 1997 saturn with a squeaky belt, every time I turn on the air the belt squeaks really loud and it does it until I shut the air off, so I have to ride around on these hot days with no air because its embarrasing..Can anyone tell me what to do with it? Thanks Tracey

2007-06-27 01:39:55 · 3 answers · asked by tracey s 1

I have a 2 axle trailer with elec brakes. 7 pin plug.

Brakes came on when the RH indicator flashed.

Cut brake drum wires, so trailer can be towed.

But, I would like brakes to work. All lights on vehicle & trailer work.

Isn't it a case of connecting trailer brake wires to brake wire & brake light wire in socket?

2007-06-27 01:22:03 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have some gas (likely premium octane) that I did not use for the lawn mower last fall. My mower is so persnickety that I dare not use the old gas in the mower. What can I do with the leftover gas? Can I put it in my car, or will it hurt the engine. It was stored in one of those red plastic gas cans in my garage in the northeast. thanks

2007-06-27 00:49:10 · 15 answers · asked by redwine 6

2007-06-27 00:43:18 · 21 answers · asked by LOLU 1

My fan comes on and my thermostat opens, but when I turn off the car all my coolant flows into the reservior and starts overflowing. When it stops, it recedes and the reservior ends up empty and bone dry.

2007-06-27 00:16:12 · 6 answers · asked by spinoff23 1

my paint work on my car is dull and faded just curious if any one knows what sort of pollish will bring it good again the paint is maroone red and the method on how to best pollish the car. cheers. it is mettalic paint

2007-06-26 23:33:34 · 4 answers · asked by chrisj0j0 1

or can there be a type of bored thet can be securly fitted to take its place. done safly and securely.

2007-06-26 23:13:26 · 6 answers · asked by kevhookway 2

I drive a 1993 honda civic that has 14" rims. Could I possibly get 15" rims? probably a dumb question , but i know nothing about cars, so could you help a sister out?

2007-06-26 19:12:44 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

The revs in my car go up and down while in neutral. Whats wrong? Its consistant and it goes up to about 1500 rpms and then back down to zero.

2007-06-26 18:33:58 · 5 answers · asked by papakaproduct 2