Maintenance & Repairs - July 2007

I'm told I need a new starter, but can't afford it just yet. Is there any other way to get it to start just so I can get it home? I had to abandon it a few days ago when it wouldn't start and I'm sure the city will come along and tow it soon if I don't move it. Thanks for any suggestions!

2007-07-13 02:05:22 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

ran great for 6 wks , same problem is back. sometimes it starts runs great sometime it wont even start? its getting fuel and spark. Computer reads a code for egr valve (mechanic says the valve is good just plugged its clean right now and ive even tried to start it with the valve off still wont start?

2007-07-13 01:49:39 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

When I press the clutch to shift on my car, even pressing it all the way in, and I shift from 1st to 2nd or 2nd to 3rd, it doesn't shift smoothly and sometimes I even have to use my own strength to shift. Do you think the transmission needs oil or do I just need adjustment on my clutch?

2007-07-13 01:48:56 · 4 answers · asked by Agent47 2

I've found a web site with dual headers but I am unsure what kind of mufflers will make it sound good. If you have one let me know. I just don't want it to sound funny.

2007-07-13 01:32:49 · 5 answers · asked by the.silverblade 1

The plugs are NKG's

2007-07-13 01:28:50 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

i own a 1994 saab 900s,the major problam that no one seems to solve in the cooling system,it had costed me a fortune but no use,i have almost entirely changed the entire cooling system,i have changed the fan,the pump, the hoses,cleaned the radiator but no use,changed the cap 3 times
the cars runs ok during traffic but the moment i turn off the engine the water starts pouring out from the expansion tank through the cap,what is the problem,is it the tank,the cap or the car is pressurized or god knows what ,please if any one knows i appreciate his or her help.

2007-07-13 01:25:07 · 5 answers · asked by dan d 1

I have a 2006 equinox wich estimate or states that give 19 MPG ON THE CITY AND 25 MPG ON HIGHWAY, BUY MY EQUINOX GIVE ME ONLY 10 MPG WITH A 16 GALLON THANK NO MATTER WHAT SPEED I DRIVE , I HAD ALREADY TAKE THE SUV TO THE DEALER AND THEY SAY NOTHINGH WRONG WITH MY SUV, I CHECK THE TIRE PREASSURE EVERY TWO WEEK 35 PSI I EVEN TRY 38 BUT STILL THE SAME I CHANGE THE OIL EVERY 3000 MILES 5W-30 MOBIL 1 Y CHANGE EVERY 6000 THE AIR FILTER INTSTEAD OF WAITING TO THE 50,000 MILES THAT THE MANUAL STATE TO DO IT. Q. ON WHAT SPEED THEY ESTIMATE THE MPG 25MPH??? SOME ONE HAVE AND ANSWER FOR ME PLEASE ???

2007-07-13 01:19:59 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have a 1998 Taurus SE with anti-lock brakes. The ABS dashboard light keeps popping on. I'm about to take it in for service, but I wanted to write first. When the light is off, the ABS brakes work, when it's on they work as traditional brakes. When I park and shut off the car for an hour or so, then go again the light will be off, and the brakes work anti-lock again. Then after several minutes the light goes on again, etc. Any ideas as to what may be causing this? I don't want some shop taking advantage of my ignorance. Thank you,
- Jeff

2007-07-13 01:03:35 · 6 answers · asked by Jeffery K 2

I have a Suzuki Forenza and it's a 2005, sadly my headlights just started to not work. The only way they do work is if I drive around with my brights on which I am sure lots of people would not appreciate that. I have no idea what I may need to replace or what I need to do. And I really don't want to have to take my car in because it probably is not that big of a problem to fix myself. If you have any ideas at all let me know please.

2007-07-13 01:02:29 · 7 answers · asked by Chelsie 1

I need to know what this light is, and what it's from, but have no idea! Probably a classic car, can anybody help? It doesn't have any writing at all, aside from "Made in England" and I've got pictures of the light here:

http://www.imperial-tribunal.co.uk/random/light1.jpg
http://www.imperial-tribunal.co.uk/random/light2.jpg

2007-07-13 00:49:34 · 4 answers · asked by Mox 2

2007-07-13 00:23:46 · 7 answers · asked by nafees49 1

Just curious to get some feedback on what product people use to polish/wax their autos.....I have used nothing but Zaino products for years, anyone else have comments about their products and any special tricks.

2007-07-12 23:45:49 · 2 answers · asked by ? 1

the horn button on the steering wheel flaps back and forth the horn does work we had it rigged so that u touch 2 wires together and it honks but that killed the battery then we changed the battery and threw the wires in the trash but i still need the horn to work help me plz

2007-07-12 19:50:06 · 3 answers · asked by hotrodfan007 1

2007-07-12 19:37:16 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

Please, Please help.. I bleeded the brake one side, each starting from drive, then back driver , then back passenager then to passenager front.. still dose the same... during the bleeding set up,, i had some one step on the padle to the floor, then release it after i tightn it.... i beleave 100% were you good, as told... i cant figure out why ? it work fine for 20 min then,, back to the stinking again,, do you know?

2007-07-12 19:36:58 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have a 2001 Ford Focus and it has 150,000 miles on it. Ever since a friend scraped bottom driving my car over a steep incline at a railroad crossing my car has run like crap. I have put a lot of time and money in to this car and I am kicking my self in the a.s.s for doing it. The car runs fine sometimes but other times it will start idling really rough and sometimes stall. Car wants to hesitate on acceleration quite severely sometimes too. Car smells like rotten eggs. The check engine light is on and the code is a p102 which is a low frequency to the MAF sensor. My uncle says it could be any number of things wrong with it but before I take it to him does anybody have any ideas. I've changed the oil, oil filter, air filter, plugs and wires, fuel filter, pvc valve, MAF sensor, and fuel pump and the car still doesn't run any better. Thanks for your suggestions.

2007-07-12 19:35:03 · 6 answers · asked by justask23 5

My brother's '97 Ford Escort threw a rod yesterday...straight through the engine, oil pan, etc...so the engine is completely busted. The car had 150,000 miles on it. He would like to just get a replacement engine, but the shop said it would cost $2,300 just for an engine (he was hoping to get a new transmission as well, as it is getting pretty worn out). Would it be worth it to look elsewhere for a more reasonably priced engine+tranny swap (if so, where?) or should he just give up and buy a used car with 70-100K miles on it. Problem is that he only has a couple thousand dollars to spare. Thanks.

2007-07-12 18:46:25 · 11 answers · asked by Gator 87 2

I have a 1994 Saturn and I go through oil pretty fast. What's the most likely cause, and how much is it likely going to run to fix it?

Is it worth it, or should I start shopping for a new car? This isn't the only problem...

2007-07-12 18:24:10 · 9 answers · asked by Mantis 6

I know why I need to keep the oil at the optimum level, but I have no idea what oil pressure is or even how to read the gage...

2007-07-12 18:23:46 · 9 answers · asked by ? 2

2007-07-12 18:11:50 · 6 answers · asked by leftythadentist 1

the passenger side door was crashed and the wires were cut, not sure on how it goes back together?

2007-07-12 18:10:46 · 2 answers · asked by Connie L 1

My blazer will not hold freeon, i added freeone to it and it leaks it in 3 days. I added the Stop leak fluid into it and i did not see any red dye from the engine hoses. i don't know were else to look for the leak. an suggestions

2007-07-12 17:50:59 · 9 answers · asked by albert g 1

how to you know if its bad ? any one know a web sites with pics? how much HP could it be limiting if it was bad?

2007-07-12 17:50:27 · 4 answers · asked by Tony W 1

It is a 95 Pontiac Trans Am, 5.7 V8, 6 speed with a custom short shifter. I recently purchased it as a project car. The car is a monster and runs solid, but I would like to know some things I can do to start building it up more. The car already has a cold air intake instead of Ram Air and the computer has been worked on to remove the Skip Shift Pontiac put in that year. What other small/cheap things can be done to get more out of this engine?

2007-07-12 17:34:57 · 6 answers · asked by Sam H 4

2007-07-12 17:30:13 · 4 answers · asked by uneek_312 1

My 99 Suburban won't run any ideas?

2007-07-12 17:25:48 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

I live in Edmonton, AB and I own a Chev Cavalier 2002.

2007-07-12 17:19:15 · 1 answers · asked by Allen 2

2007-07-12 17:18:02 · 1 answers · asked by julian j 2

It's a four cylinder, 2wd. Would it be possible to replace it with a V6 engine? thanks.

2007-07-12 17:16:32 · 4 answers · asked by thekingisback 3

So I've accidentally overfilled my oil, the oil line is about a half of an inch past the top notch on the dipstick. I haven't driven the car yet because I know that the oil can get aerated. I don't want to cause any damage to my car by driving it, and I can't get the plug off of the sump to drain some oil out. I don't know what to do.

Does anyone have any suggestions on what I might be able to do to get some oil out?

2007-07-12 17:02:17 · 4 answers · asked by three_sixteen 2