Maintenance & Repairs - September 2007

I've noticed that the shifter on my 5-speed 1991 Toyota Celica GT is loose compared to other manuals. My dad has a Mazda RX-8 and his shifts smooth without any wiggling at all. Is there a way to tighten it?

2007-09-23 03:58:40 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

I lowered the car correctly with eibach springs and struts. The car never made sounds until about 2 years after it was lowered. Everyone keeps saying it is because it is lowered but it is not the reason. When i hit small bumps in the road i hear a clicking especially in the front left. Only the front end it making a noise. It does make a clicking sound when i turn (sign of a bad cv axle) but is this an early sign of a bad cv axle?

2007-09-23 03:56:22 · 5 answers · asked by Tha Bee-Ja 1

There is a noise in the front of the Buick. Thought at first it was worn tires. Got new tires for the front and the noise is getting louder. It is worse when you turn the steering wheel to the right and you can feel a slight vibration in the steering wheel. Any ideas as to what the problem may be?

2007-09-23 03:43:43 · 7 answers · asked by Tyra99 2

My car has been losing coolant for a few weeks now, but hasn't overheated beyond that point where the fan cuts in and everything cools down. A couple of days ago it started misfiring and today the AA have diagnosed a possible Cylinder Head Gasket failure. The engine appears to hold pressure, then suddenly lose it, repeatedly. It causes it to misfire and run lumpy. Inbetween misfires, it runs as smoothly as it ever did, so should I anticipate damage to the internals of the cylinder?

I'm wondering which came first, the Gasket failure or the Coolant loss? Is it possible that the Gasket has been failing and so causing the coolant loss (the water has appeared to be "muddy" in the expansion tank), or is it more probable that the coolant loss is from somewhere else and has caused the failure of the Gasket? I'm confused, as you can tell. I'm wary of turning up at a garage and, as a female, being blinded with science!

Also, if anyone has any idea on probable cost, I'd be grateful.

2007-09-23 03:19:45 · 3 answers · asked by PoshPaws 2

Here are the details. I hear something about a main relay going bad or something when it is hot. Yesterday was a hot day. Though I am not sure if it is a relay problem. Here is what happens:

1. Put key in ignition, turn key. All lights come on fine.
2. Check headlights, they are bright.
3. Turn key to start. Nothing but a loud CLICK coming from what I think is the starter. Nothing more happens. If I hold the key in the start position, the lights dim just a little as you'd expect, and is clearly not the battery.

I need to figure this out TODAY. I have to go to San Antonio tomorrow. Any help is appreciated.

2007-09-23 03:19:03 · 12 answers · asked by BrianthePigEatingInfidel 4

So, the question is can I use a Camry air intake manufactured by brands such as Injen, AEM, K&N for my Lexus ES 300? The year is 2002, 3.0L V6 engine, I was wondering since the v6 engine is identical with its Camry counter-part. The only problem I have, is that there aren't any air intakes for my car but there is for the Camry. So I would appreciated any knowledgeable input from you guys. Thanks.

2007-09-23 03:18:09 · 2 answers · asked by hhsdan 2

2007-09-23 03:09:35 · 10 answers · asked by willtart63 1

yesterday my lights where working fine on my 99 cadillac deville. sometime during the evening the back lights stopped working. i noticed this because my signal light was blinking fast like a bulb was out. all the lights in the back where out including brake and reverse lights. whats weird to me is that the bulbs work somewhat. there just very very dull. when i hit the lock button b4 yesterday the lights where a bright red now there a dull red. and the turn lights work in the back the same way u just cant see them in the day. could this still be a bulb problem or could it be more likely an electrical problem...,all the lights really work they're just very dull

2007-09-23 02:46:41 · 7 answers · asked by mulecitync 1

...ok, ...i should have included this info. in the first time i asked about it....as several said Oilzum isnt made anymore. It is, i had my oil changed yesterday with it. The shop owner , who is also a race car driver, tells me that oilzum is one of the best oils around, quality wise.....been around 100 years, but use to only be available for race car drivers. He is also an x state trooper, they used the oil as well, in their vehicles. Now its available for regular auto's as well. However i still am having trouble finding info on it....or at least a rather in depth history on it, ....though i've got to check out "Hemi426's " answer, thanks hemi! ....ok, either way, any other info, please share and thanks!

2007-09-23 02:16:59 · 4 answers · asked by ? 5

I have a 97 toyota hilux pick up. 2.4 diesel engine. I changed the oil 6mos. ago and i notice the black smoke when climbing uphill.

2007-09-23 01:45:28 · 9 answers · asked by Bryan O 1

I've got a 1994 Buick Century Custom, 3.1L, V-6. I've replaced the radiator, thermostat and waterpump, but still it overheats. What should I try next? Both my push and pull fans work up front, but still the car overheats. What cooling item did I leave out, or at the very least investigate. Maybe a sensor, relay, or even a switch? A this point I'm baffled and will try anything...HELP! What do you suggest I try next?

2007-09-22 23:26:12 · 11 answers · asked by daveleo15 1

I've been told that it reduces the wear on the AC if it is turned off prior to turning off the engine....Is this a myth or a fact?

2007-09-22 23:20:07 · 7 answers · asked by Ajarn 1

So i started to strip the inside of my 280 and its so much rust that i got fustrated to i decided to take care of the rust bubbles on the outside.... i got a iron brush bit to take it down to the metal just to find there is 7 yes 7 paint layers.... i dont use this car so i was thinking on taking all the pain out the car looks bad but everyone tells me its got great potential, i see it so correct me if im wront by doing this while taking all the paint out i will also fix the cracks and the rust.... i dont know what im doing im not even gonna pretend i do, i do need to keep this project as low as posible. im stuck i need your help guys

2007-09-22 17:18:53 · 7 answers · asked by juanevegatorres 1

I want to put a 429 cubic" engine into my pick up. I understand that my motor mounts don't match. Does anybody know if there's a conversion kit out there? I currently have a 360ci in my truck. Any help is greatly appreciated.

2007-09-22 16:57:35 · 5 answers · asked by Mandibulin 3

i need to know what is the G circuit and the N E circuit

2007-09-22 16:32:08 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-09-22 16:22:00 · 5 answers · asked by DH 1

Wondering if I should rejpaint my 65 Barracuda in it's original gold? I would like to keep it original....but I do LOVE them in black or silver! The interior is gold also.
Thanks for any advice on this!

2007-09-22 14:50:37 · 23 answers · asked by Kelley_Girl 2

I have a 2001 Chrysler Sebring LX and I noticed today when I make a turn water will come out under the dash of my car on the passenger side. What would cause this?? I am running the air conditioner as well.

2007-09-22 14:39:15 · 5 answers · asked by hokiedokie24 2

Ever since I've owned my Civic, something's been up with the starter. At times, it will start right up, and sometimes it would take a ton of clicks to get it going. Recently (like within the last two days), it seems it now needs a jump to start up, even though my battery and alternator are fine. Also, after I drive around for a while, I'll try starting my car, and it will start right up. It's only when it sits overnight or for hours at a time when it will start clicking a lot to the point of needing a jump again. So, is my starter finally just dying and should I get a new one? Or is it something to do with the battery? Please help!

2007-09-22 14:32:52 · 5 answers · asked by dreamincitrus 1

2007-09-22 14:29:35 · 4 answers · asked by mike l 1

2007-09-22 14:22:12 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

I'm guessing that older refrigerators use R12, so if I had a working one with R12 in it, I don't see any reason why it wouldn't be possible to take the R12 and use it to recharge the car AC

2007-09-22 13:51:47 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

About how much will my gas mileage go down in i put a lift kit on my truck?

2007-09-22 13:40:08 · 3 answers · asked by Josh M 3

2007-09-22 13:24:17 · 7 answers · asked by tommyboy.1969 1

I have a 92 buick regal with the 3800 engine, the engine doesnt miss but its got a roughness/shake to it, it burning grayish out the exhaust *fuel* and smells extremely rich, while checking it over today we decided to unplug the vacuum line to the fuel pressure regulator. When we did there was no difference at all except for the engine revving up from the vac leak, when the vac leak was plugged with your finger the engine went back to running like it was with the regulator plugged in. I dont have a pressure tester nor do I have the extra $$$ to buy one unfortunetly and the car isnt road legal so it cant go to a garage to be tested. My question is.. with the fact there is no difference when the regulator is plugged or unplugged, does this sound like the regulator is bad?
Thanks for any advice

2007-09-22 13:10:44 · 2 answers · asked by CitationOne 3

I have replaced alternator, voltage regulator, battery, wiring from alternator to voltage regulator and checked all grounds. When you start the engine it will run when you pull the hot cable off battery it dies. I not getting no fire from the wire going to the voltage regulator. Any help ? Thanks

2007-09-22 13:02:08 · 7 answers · asked by rebecca j 2

I own a 1985 Plymouth Gran Fury and it has recently developed a small hole in the brake line on the driver's side leading to the back. Can I remove just a small section of the line and get a small piece to fix it? I don't know much about cars and replacing the whole line sounds complicated... PLEASE HELP! I almost died the other day!

2007-09-22 11:32:45 · 10 answers · asked by troutpotato 4

Hi am haveing some truble with my Frod:

I have a quick question. My 2000 Ford Explorer 4.0 liter V-6. automatic transmission ,

The car has 80,680 miles. the other day when I stepped on the gas a little harder than usual the transmission felt just like a standard transmission when you miss a shift. The engine revved and the tach rpm jumped and at list twice my OD/OFF came on blinking none stop i had to shut of the engine to reset it

I also took it in to have it fluched they told me they could not get anny pressure ont here mechine they guy said there might be a problem with the transmision

some one said to change the trani filter first then go from there
is that something I can do and easy?
were is it located?

one of my coworkers sejested:

Don't get it flushed, just replace any fluid that comes out with the filter.
go from there?

I could use some input thanks.

2007-09-22 11:08:28 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

i have replaced alinator,votage regulator,battery,completely rewired everything from the altinator up and it still wont charge any ideas?

2007-09-22 10:56:31 · 2 answers · asked by rebecca j 2

i checked the thermostat and thats not the problem.. it will drive for a while then overheat

2007-09-22 10:54:24 · 4 answers · asked by mac meeeezzzzzzz f 1