Maintenance & Repairs - September 2007

2007-09-25 05:34:39 · 11 answers · asked by jlau_hn 2

I was driving it one night to town, when I stopped at a stop sign my car just died. I tried jumping it and push starting it and it won't fire. Since then I have checked the fuel pump and filter the coil and the spark plugs. All seems well. Does anyone else know what it could be? I have also thought that it could be the Fuel injectors but I have not checked those yet. Can someone Please help?

2007-09-25 05:07:53 · 9 answers · asked by scrantz02 1

I have a 2004 Mazda6 and it is already at 60,000 and some odd miles. I read that timing belts need to be replaced at 60,000 miles. Someone told me that some newer cars come with steele timing belts and won't snap as easily as the old rubber ones. Is this true? And also, how can I find out what kind of timing belt I have? In other words, how can I find out if mine is steele and how much longer I can go with out replacing it? I have seen that it is several hundred dollars to get the timing belt replaced. But I also don't want it to snap and cause so much $$$ in damage to my engine.

2007-09-25 04:27:40 · 3 answers · asked by Brio 5

It seems like riding lawn mowers seem to be made so cheaply nowadays no matter where i go to look at them.Can i still get a good new one that still fairly heavy duty (like the old ones)at this price and if so what brand?? I need a 42" cut(no bigger).

2007-09-25 03:55:48 · 5 answers · asked by lift&shift 101 3

2007-09-25 03:49:47 · 3 answers · asked by Mariette K 1

2007-09-25 03:44:36 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

i have a 1990 toyota corolla -- everything is great on the car except for some reason my heat isnt coming out of my vents -- is it the thermostat? or something more expensive?

2007-09-25 03:29:23 · 4 answers · asked by james a 2

Working on a 1994 Transport 3800 that will not restart after the intital first start.This one starts fine,runs great,then will not restart for 1-2 hours.Have replaced starter,egr,relay,air,fuel filter.Fuel delivery is good with a postive reading.Does anyone have any ideas?there seems to be no other common factor other than engine is warm.

2007-09-25 03:13:56 · 2 answers · asked by start_ 1

I would like to know how can you tell if the springs on your car is bad and also does all cars have a uniform height (in other words are all cars evenly balanced in terms of the front & rear suspension height).

2007-09-25 02:43:58 · 4 answers · asked by Jose 1

A couple of days ago, I was backing out of a parking lot. As soon as I put my vehicle in reverse gear, it died instantly. I was able to successfully start it back up again. A couple of hours later, I tried to start it and the check engine light came on. I tried to start it the second time and it was successful. Ever since then, it has started and ran just fine.

Specifics: 2000 Chevy Malibu with about 147,900 miles on it. Routine maintenance such as tune-up, oil changes, tire changes, and other necessary routine things are all that have been done, with the exception of a slight problem with instrumentation (false check engine light readings) very early on, around 50,000 miles -- which has since been corrected. Only thing I have noted lately is if it gets down to 1/3 or 1/4 of a tank, it loses RPM power when going up hills. Otherwise, the car runs fine. (I commute back and forth to work 70 miles a day, and utilize cruise control most of the time).

2007-09-25 02:41:12 · 5 answers · asked by Diane 1

i have a 91 honda accord ex, it recentlt sprung a leak in between the head and the top radiator hose. my question is though is what is the part that the top water hose connects to that is connected to tha head by two screws. its an aluminum piece iknow but i need the correct name.

i also have another question under the same topic. i also have a 90 chevy lumina eurosport i want to know what is the part that goes fr the front valve cover gasket to the air breather hose. it's a plastic hose iknow but i need the correct name of it.

2007-09-25 02:34:50 · 7 answers · asked by keith f 2

The other day my boss came in here and said he splash hydraulic fluid on his glasses. Now he has tons a little spots that NOTHING will get them off. Does anyone have a Idea to get these clean. Thanks

2007-09-25 01:45:06 · 3 answers · asked by Raven 2

2007-09-25 01:36:47 · 7 answers · asked by the_general64 1

2007-09-25 01:19:01 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

Guesstamits?? How much does a cable adjustment run?? I own a 2000 Expedition..How much would rear brakes cost ???

2007-09-25 01:00:57 · 1 answers · asked by Dog Rescuer 6

ok... i have a car dilema. My car shakes when ever i get to a stop sign, or any complete stop. The RPM is like .5 its less than one. And some times its like 3. This only happens when i dont warm up the engine in the morning. Does any one know whats up?

2007-09-25 00:37:14 · 7 answers · asked by Angela8az 3

I have been told it needs changing every 40,000 but the garage I use have shown me a mechanic’s book which said it needs to be changed every 100,000. I’m really confused, as a Vauxhall dealer has told me it’s every 40,000. Can anyone help!!

2007-09-25 00:00:40 · 8 answers · asked by Ian G 1

2007-09-24 23:26:45 · 4 answers · asked by Nallasellan R 1

I have a charger and i am now charging my battery, a little unsure if it is charging, as the dial isn't flickering, but it has moved up to number 3. Also how long will it need to be charged for and when fully charged how long will it last, if the alternator isn't working, i live 10 miles away and need to get my car home from work..

2007-09-24 20:58:21 · 13 answers · asked by Rich 3

I have to work at *:00AM...dont know what im doin???
P L E A S E H E L P!!!!

2007-09-24 20:08:35 · 6 answers · asked by argentmoi 1

my check engine light came on so i went to autozone and i had them do a OBD2 scan and then the guy couldnt explain what was wrong with my car that made it come on.. he looked at the screen and was like
"yeah.. i could be any of these... um.. so yeah.."

and then he printed off a recipt thing for me and it said this:

Definition:
EVAP (evaporative emission system) purge/vent solenoid circuit condition
Explanation:
The solenoids and system wiring are monitored for opens or
shorts
Probable Causes:
1. Purge or vent solenoids defective
2. Check connector and wiring
3. Fuel saturated vapor canister
4. failed EVAP vent solenoid

so.. could someone who acctually knows what they're talking about tell me what i need to do? i'm mechanically dumb :-\

thank you :)

2007-09-24 17:21:32 · 6 answers · asked by Amanda 2

I just got a 1988 lincoln town and I'm trying to use the keyless entry but I dont have the five digit code. Is there a way to override that, and set up a new code. I have the owners guide but it doesnt say. HELP.

2007-09-24 17:18:02 · 5 answers · asked by Thacollegenagga 1

93 Roadmaster Estate Wagon, 70,000 miles. LT1 350

New Cap, Thermostat, and full on coolant. Fan kicks on, not loose or bad fan clutch. No white smoke.

Started on a long trip from STL, MO to CA.

Mostly happens when starting from cold. Will go into Red Zone and then before I can pull over or count to 10-20 it will fall back down to normal range. However on a long drive it will sometimes do it while driving, could be up hill or down, so load or air flow doesn't seem to be the problem.

Will not heat up at idle, but at cruise RPM of about 1800RPM.

Noticed recently that the oil pressure indicates high oil pressure early on and changes to normal with the temp gauge.

Found a posting about the exact same problem for this year, but no response. Anyone else know of this and can help?

Thanks in advance.

2007-09-24 17:07:03 · 3 answers · asked by FauxZappa 1

1995 Mitsubishi eclipse
140,000 miles
Automatic
The car does shift into reverse just fine
The engine runs good
I've heard it may be a problem with the Govenor (Whatever that is)

2007-09-24 16:33:56 · 4 answers · asked by skinnyboiga21 2

Do i put the the tip (top where it has center electrode) on the gauge?

2007-09-24 16:33:00 · 3 answers · asked by David 2

2007-09-24 16:05:35 · 2 answers · asked by apierce002 2

Why the car engine so noisy and rough sound when
1)Left unused for weeks?
2)during cold seasons...

2007-09-24 15:38:34 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

i have a 2002 honda Minivan and i have been hearing my timing belt making some noise. What till happen if my timing belt broke and i am still driving?

2007-09-24 14:41:22 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

i heard all mechanics should grease the fittings and i have to make sure they do since most don't.

2007-09-24 14:23:34 · 7 answers · asked by dabo 1

I would like to buy a custom paint job for my car. The problem is at the parking lot of my office cars are often keyed. If I was to get a paint job it is more likely that my car will be keyed. Will the people who paint it have a warranty that will cover cars getting keyed or will my insurance cover it?

2007-09-24 13:04:00 · 2 answers · asked by a rose with black ribbon 2