Maintenance & Repairs - September 2007

my brake pads are wore out i know i need them and the noise it makes is a squeeking/rubbing noise but it only does it when im driving down the road and when i hit the brakes it stops. please help

2007-09-30 23:01:00 · 6 answers · asked by Donnie H 1

It squeals when I drive and gets louder when i go over bumps and when I steer in either direction. I thought it was my fan belt but I replaced it yesterday and it is still doing it today so that is ruled out. It sounds like it is coming from directly below me or from the back passenger side (i'm right hand drive). It stops this really loud noise when I break (so if I drive past a group of people I break slightly because I am getting so embarrased at people turning round to look at what is causing the noise - oh the shame) Its only an N reg Punto but I am now worried it might be something serious and dont fancy hurtling along the motorway every day to work if the engine is going to fall out. I dont know if its all in my mind now but I am sure my steering sometimes goes and I can feel a slight loss of power to the car. Do you think a wheel may be loose or my steering is faulty. It only got MOT'd 2 months ago. Should I just scrap it?..teehee

2007-09-30 22:21:50 · 13 answers · asked by Casey C 1

A retired mechanic who lives in my neighborhood we call old man Bud is always coming up with some of the most fantastic claims. Once he told me to put about a half an ounce of brake fluid in my power steering unit to stop it from leaking.
I did not try it, because some people say old man Bud makes this stuff up.
I bought a over the counter stop leak and it slowed the leak down some but occasionally I have to add stop leak.
A old mechanic in the parts store a noticed me buying power steering stop leak and told me to try brake fluid.
He said put it in at night with the engine running, turn the wheels left and right and cut the car off and leave it to sit over night.
I did and the leak stopped !
Do old people know everything?

2007-09-30 21:10:34 · 9 answers · asked by thomkat 2

I own a Mustang that is solid red. However, I am thinking seriously about changing it to a candy apple red.

Can someone give me a price range of how expensive the paint is and a range on repainting the entire car. Including under the hood, trunk, door jams, etc...

2007-09-30 16:23:26 · 4 answers · asked by kracker3977 3

2007-09-30 15:55:02 · 5 answers · asked by jay11b 1

he's name is RAM THANGLIA SIALO and is working in private company related in home repairs like airconditioners. he had a child with me. after he learned about my condition he suddenly disappeared.

2007-09-30 15:37:56 · 4 answers · asked by tin 1

two gallons i thought it goes in the engine but now my engine is making this loud noise like a drum

2007-09-30 15:36:44 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

Any sites on the internet with info? I have a 2001 Chevy s-10 ZR 2 and I need to make some repairs. Are there comprehensive books out there to do this?

2007-09-30 15:32:22 · 6 answers · asked by Scout 2

got in and left some rusty colored water stains on the light grey cloth overhead. Can I spray it with mildew remover like Tilex?
Or should I use CLR?

2007-09-30 14:14:01 · 3 answers · asked by topink 6

2007-09-30 13:01:00 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

I dont kno the code && it'd be sueful. Previous owners dont kno either. Is there any way to reset it even tho i dont have the code #s???

2007-09-30 12:53:49 · 1 answers · asked by ET 2

I have a 96 sport explorer. The right front tire locked up after the avs light came on. I also heard a grinding sound.The rest of the wheel's work fine. What could be the problem?

2007-09-30 12:49:37 · 2 answers · asked by K B 1

Saturn 2000 SL 4DR, 1.9 Liter.
After leaving from CDN Tire after getting an e-test I noticed that the Air Bag, the Service Engine Soon Light, and the Service Engine lights were all on. I think that this is to coincidental and that they must be related. The only answer I got from Canadian Tire was to bring it in and spend 80 bucks to hook it up to their computer.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks.

2007-09-30 12:44:59 · 3 answers · asked by Dang 1

i drive a 1990 honda civic with a 4 cyl, 4 speed. Front wheel drive.
When i turn right and accelerate from stop, my left front side makes a steady knocking, i can feel it in the steering wheel.. does anyone have a clue to what it is.. i have yet to inspect the car but was hoping to get some feedback from someone that suffered the same problem..

2007-09-30 12:42:35 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have a force focus 2003 (old shape) and when NOT raining my passenger footwell is getting VERY WET !.
What can it be ? Your information will be appreciated as I would like to know something before gonig to a garage. Cheers

2007-09-30 12:39:22 · 8 answers · asked by claire h 1

Hi, My car battery died. i had it jumped it started right away and i left it on and let it charge for awhile... this is my first time i have had to have it jump started.. how long should it last before i will need to get a new battery.. my dad said i should be fine. and wont need to get a new one.. But i was just wondering if anyone actually knew.. Any info will help!! thanks.

2007-09-30 12:26:23 · 6 answers · asked by bits 1

Took my car to the dealer for warranty repair (brand new 2007 model) and when I went to pick it up there was a scratch on the side and the hood was dented. I had to bring it to their attention. They have offered to repair. I'm upset that they tried to return it to me in that condition. Anybody out there have similiar experiences? If so what was the outcome? Did you feel the same about the car?

2007-09-30 12:23:59 · 5 answers · asked by Jayman 3

I went to get a new battery today and it still won't start. What could be the problem? The blinker oddly works though

2007-09-30 12:20:23 · 6 answers · asked by uyuigkuguk 1

the stick it self is not in the right position from the start and the shifter seems to no longer go all the way the over to where the other gears are suposed to kick in. plus when i go into where the 1st gear is its third and 2nd is 4th. there seams to be lose ness and firmness where theres not soposed 2 be1

2007-09-30 12:04:04 · 3 answers · asked by Jessica P 1

So yesterday I was driving (1993 Toyota Corolla) and my rear right tire gets blown out (pic below) somehow, I'm still unsure of the cause

http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q110/g_unot69247/HPIM0303.jpg

I had to call AAA so they could put on my spare. Today I went to Sears and got just that one tire replaced. It's the same brand and size but I noticed that the tread was different from the old ones. Is it going to make a huge difference?

2007-09-30 11:58:59 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

Oil leaked into my spark plugs. I am now getting new spark plugs but am having a bit of a hard time finding sites for schematics and "how to"

I do have someone who basically knows how to do it, but we need more information. If you have any suggestions or sites, please let me know.

Thanks ahead of time :)

2007-09-30 11:32:06 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

My jeep has a select trac where I can decide to put it in 2WD or 4WD. I would like to know how many MPG of gas I could save by keeping it in 2WD instead of having it in 4WD all the time.

2007-09-30 11:03:46 · 4 answers · asked by neverisenough 1

I have a message that still reads a oil change is required and it has been done and I don't have a manual to figure out how to get rid of the message. Help b/c it is annoying me.

Also the driver seat all of a sudden does not want to move and I need to find out what kind of issue it may be with the wiring if ne one might know that too.

2007-09-30 09:44:58 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous

My younger brother wants to go into collision repair. He has applied to UTI in Houston, TX. His birthday is in a few weeks, and I want to get him something to help him get into the field, maybe a guide book or something he will need. The school provides him with tools, so I can't do that. What are some good suggestions?

2007-09-30 09:00:03 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-09-30 08:38:08 · 3 answers · asked by fred.gboy 1

I drive a 1996 Honda Accord and when I make a right or left turn at relatively low speeds, I hear a clicking hoise for about three seconds. It is a front-wheel drive car, but the noise seems to be coming from the back of the car. I had the car inspected by Honda, and they replaced the CV boots (and I assume checked the CV joints as well). I'm not sure if that is the problem anyway, because if it was a problem with the CV joints or axles, wouldn't it be coming from the front of the car? Although it may just be in my mind, I don't think the noise is coming from the front. I also hear that if the CV joints were causing the problem, it would be worse when backing up and turning, and that is not the case either. The noise usually emerges when I accelerate out of a turn when the car is in first gear (automatic transmission).

2007-09-30 08:33:15 · 8 answers · asked by Eric 3

2007-09-30 08:32:23 · 4 answers · asked by Dave T 1

2007-09-30 08:27:22 · 2 answers · asked by jlau_hn 2

why would this happen? and i cant find the oil pump, does this car have one? and if so, where is it located?

2007-09-30 08:20:16 · 7 answers · asked by 93cutlasscruiser 1

im looking for a cheap bad *** looking fiberglass spoiler, and i found a few for cheap, but some help would be apreciated.

2007-09-30 08:14:40 · 6 answers · asked by nekoking1990 1