Maintenance & Repairs - June 2007

I had both the battery and the alternator checked at AutoZone and they were ok. They said it might be the solenoid. At first it just clicked, but then somebody tightened a bolt on the solenoid and it was starting ok. Then, I left for a 3 day vacation and it won't start at all. It just makes a weird grinding noise, but the lights turn on and everything. Could the battery just not be holding a charge? Anybody have any ideas? It's a 1985 Mustang.

2007-06-19 06:32:18 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

I must have a parking sticker on my car for work and when I receive a new one, the old one never comes off. The last time I tried removing the parking sticker it left scratches on my window. I do not want to scratch the window on my new car. Any suggestions?

2007-06-19 05:51:06 · 14 answers · asked by Tori K ♫ 4

I had a gas can that leaked in the back of my car. The smell is awful and potent. How can I clean the gas and get rid of the smell? Anything would be helpful. FYI the gas is dryed into the interior of the car already.

2007-06-19 05:26:23 · 3 answers · asked by hollie_c_sharp64012 2

Im triying to locate this bendix part number 106732. Im having a hard time locating it because Bendix is out of stock and wont have untill Augost. Im triying to find some truck part store that would have it in stock. Would help a lot if someone found it and gave me there phone number.

http://www.bendix.com/bendix/downloads/quick_ref_cat/FanClutch.pdf

2007-06-19 05:12:45 · 1 answers · asked by GRUPO A 3

Why does residents air conditioner blower motor slow down??
I know it's not the capacitors because I check it. The motor is hot? it run for awhile then start slow down?? can someone help??

2007-06-19 04:57:29 · 3 answers · asked by Sir Isaac N 1

Would it be possible?

2007-06-19 04:40:07 · 12 answers · asked by dillonl1991 1

If I relace the old battery in my key, will the key have to be re-coded. I only have 1 key and dont want to lock myself out. I have a Dagenham dustbin (Ford Focus)

2007-06-19 04:12:17 · 6 answers · asked by Gary Crant 7

2007-06-19 02:48:26 · 9 answers · asked by Babygirl 1

my car stared makeing a knocking noise in the engina area.theres oil,water and everthing was good and running well.But now theres a knocking noise every time i start it and it wont go away Help please...what do u think the proublem is?

2007-06-19 02:34:23 · 7 answers · asked by violetrosebudd 2

I am trying to get a guess about how much it would probubly be to have a clutch put in. Just the clutch no flywheel or nothing else. Just the extra parts that come with the clutch kit. It is a manual 1998 gsr transmission. Thanks to whoever answers.

2007-06-19 02:23:40 · 5 answers · asked by Brandon B 1

the car sat with out be started for 2 years

2007-06-19 02:19:57 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

When I start my car, it makes a very loud squealing noise when I turn to the right, but only for the first minute or two the car is started. I don't get the noise again until the next day. Any ideas of what this could be? This has been happening for the past week or so. I have an appointment with the shop Friday, but I'd like some preparation for what I may be facing...thanks for any help!

2007-06-19 02:08:55 · 4 answers · asked by melouofs 7

I have a 2000 ford taurus. the battery light came on and stayed on for about 15 mins, while the car was running. and with the car still running after 15 mins it went off. battery? alternator? how much time do i have before it completely goes? also if it goes and is the alternator can you still jump that battery?

2007-06-19 02:06:14 · 6 answers · asked by Dink 3

A couple of months ago, my poor little Rover Metro broke down on the motorway with steam coming out of the engine. RAC towed me to a garage where they couldn't actually find out what was wrong with it. They thought it was the thermostat and changed that but then thought the head gasket could have gone and basically after getting a electric expert in, they concluded to me that it was pretty much beyond repair and would be cheaper to scrap than to repair. So - after much heartache (first car), I signed the V5 for them to scrap it. However now, my husband walked past the garage today and it's outside with a new tax disc on it. Surely they can't do this can they?
Have I got a leg to stand on to get it back??
My husband is going over there after work to see what they say.
Have I been had?
Thanks
Carmen

2007-06-19 01:02:49 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

I only drive the car about 5000 miles per year and never in the snow or rain. The car is a pure "fun vehicle" that I want to ride as smooth and quiet as possible.

2007-06-19 00:37:14 · 4 answers · asked by shark 2

my mini cooper is leaking engine oil from the underside of the sump. Could this be a seal gone? how much roughly will it cost to fix?

2007-06-18 22:45:39 · 11 answers · asked by kate 1

My car overheated and I noticed it was dumping brown residue (perhaps from radiator) I stopped and filled up with water and immediately started dumping all the water.

2007-06-18 18:03:05 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

This is how i deatail my car
-Paint-
1. wash- turtle wax ice wash
2.wipe paint with microfiber cloth
3. Meguires cleaner wax
4. wipe car with a finishing cloth
5. Meguires gold class wax
6. wipe with finishing cloth

Wheels

1. Turtle wax platinum wheel cleaner
2.scrub with brush and spray with hose
3. whatever tire foam i have laying around

Interior

1.meguires gold class leather conditioner

2.meguires mist plastic cleaner

2007-06-18 17:53:19 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

what's the difference?

2007-06-18 17:40:33 · 8 answers · asked by Papi Tony 3

To make this short, I took my car into Firestone because my car was overheating.. So, they inspected my car and told me I need a new thermostat.. They also recommended that I get it flushed while I'm at it.. The estimated total at this point is $280. They told me to come back in 1 and a half hour. When I return, I was shocked when they told me that I need a new radiator because they found a crack.. and they recommended that I get new hose, also.. Ok, so I ask for a new estimate and the guy tells me $950 at first.. I'm like "what?!?!" how did it go up to $950?". The guy goes back on his computer and recalculates and told me that he miscalculated.. and the actual estimate should be around $700.. I still feel I am being overcharged! If anyone can help I would kindly appreciate it! I have also allowed for users to contact me through Y! Messenger just in case there are some very knwoledgable mechanic out there who is willing to help me. I beg you, please help me ASAP. Thanks!

2007-06-18 17:32:17 · 5 answers · asked by Ken C 1

Hi, I just purchased a new truck and I would like to add some aftermarket parts. Right now, I am thinking about side step bars to each side of the truck. They are going to bolt directly to the frame. My question is, will this have ANY impact on my factory warrenty? Is there any aftermarket part that may void my warrenty? Thanks!

2007-06-18 17:25:19 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

They said i needed a new egr valve and a Mass air flow sensor would either one of these things make the engine tap and make noise? Or could it be something else

2007-06-18 17:22:41 · 10 answers · asked by mandy 3

2007-06-18 16:32:10 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-06-18 16:14:03 · 8 answers · asked by brianfoulks 1

Vehicles often have head gasket problems but how do you prevent a vehicle from having one before it has one?

2007-06-18 16:13:05 · 5 answers · asked by macoyaks 2

Can I use the same gauge and coolant that I use for my car?

2007-06-18 16:12:08 · 22 answers · asked by textank76 3

All of a sudden our horn stopped working in our 2003 Monte Carlo. Is there any specific reason why a horn stops working? What's going on here? Is there a way to fix it?

2007-06-18 16:10:22 · 6 answers · asked by Becca 2

I own a Malaysian made WAJA 1.6L and the rear and front shock absobers are abselutely worn out - making funny noise whenever i drive on a uneven road. this happenes after I cut the spring to lower the car.. i know i shouldn't do that. Ok.. my question is can anyone give me the model Number for the MONROE shock absober for waja od even better the details of the price and the selling shop location.

2007-06-18 16:04:15 · 2 answers · asked by Geronimo 3

I'm not looking for the most expensive thing I could do and if it is possible I would like to be able to use the same hood with no modifications. I have quite a lot of room under the hood so I would like to know what my options are. If you can would you please include prices and companies that I could contact.

2007-06-18 16:02:14 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have power windows, and all of them work except the driver's side window just stopped working while in the down position. It is a 1997 Mercury Sable.

2007-06-18 15:49:31 · 9 answers · asked by littledel 5