Maintenance & Repairs - September 2007

In the winter it gets so fogged up in the car that you can barely see out the windows. Last winter, I actually had ice form on the inside of the windows. What can I do to prevent this from happening this winter? Not only is this annouying as he*l. Its also a safety issue as I cant see out the windows.

2007-09-06 08:06:01 · 6 answers · asked by Lilly 2

I was told I need new front brake pads but that the rotors seemed ok.

Can I put the new pads on with the old rotor? Some people have said yes but others have said no.

This is more a question becuase I have the cash to change the pads but not the rotors.

If it is not a good idea, would it be better to wait until I can do them at the same time? I am getting no grinding or anything, they are just starting to get worn.

2007-09-06 07:47:33 · 8 answers · asked by mattbf2003 3

I have a 2005 Dodge Caravan and the check engine light has been on for several months. It runs fine. I took to the dealer for oil change, etc., and they asked if I wanted them to look at it for $98.00. I said no...

2007-09-06 07:38:08 · 13 answers · asked by Kabu 5

I have a Cadillac Eldorado 89' V-4.5L engine. The right radius arm bushings need to be replaced does anyone know were on the net I can find a repair maul ?

2007-09-06 07:05:27 · 2 answers · asked by cattlazy 1

About 2 weeks ago my car wouldn't start, the battery was dead. I could jump it (took longer than usual though) and ran it for an hour to make sure the battery would be charged. I purposely left the lights on when I took the key out and saw the lights go dim almost immediately. So I bought a new battery and the car ran just fine for the last 2 weeks (I took it on an hour trip so it should be ok).

Just the other day the car wouldn't start just like before. Last time it was more like it wouldn't turn over (I'd hear clicking). Now it doesn't even make a sound (the radio and lights work).

Friends told me this is my alternator (that perhaps I needed a new battery & alternator) or that wires are crossed. Do you know what's wrong?

2007-09-06 06:52:27 · 8 answers · asked by ? 1

I have a friend that is selling his 1989 Accord. I'm considering buying it but the clutch is out. How much should it cost me for a basic clutch replacement?

2007-09-06 06:49:12 · 4 answers · asked by David L 3

I never really used the Liquid Wax that buffs into your car before. But I know it makes your car look really good. I heard if it's done in to sun it could damage your paint and takes hours to wax your whole car. Could I get the same shine or results from a spray wax and if so which is the best brand. I have been think of NanoWax, Turtle Ice Wax, or Meguiars Quik Wax. Please any help looking to wax this weekend.

2007-09-06 06:40:00 · 7 answers · asked by Tyga 1

My car is a honda accord, 1997cc, year of make, 1994.
I have the special tool for holding the crankshaft pulley. Still I just cannot unscrew the pulley bolt even though the crankshaft pulley is stationary. I am using the right size deep nose socket wrench, i.e., 19mm. socket. Help please.

2007-09-06 05:28:53 · 6 answers · asked by Freddy 2

alot of available jobs for this machine,, just wondering

2007-09-06 05:26:23 · 2 answers · asked by cynthia b 1

The scrathch is deep to were you can see the black bumper. It's about two inches long and less than an inch wide. Will touch up paint actually work?

2007-09-06 05:06:26 · 3 answers · asked by memybaby11804 2

2007-09-06 05:04:50 · 7 answers · asked by Antonio R 2

2007-09-06 04:46:25 · 5 answers · asked by derbyandrew 4

The weather has been rainy and humid here and my car has a fabric top that leaked. I have since treated it but the mildew keeps coming back.
Any ideas?

2007-09-06 04:19:41 · 5 answers · asked by Sue 1

2007-09-06 04:17:29 · 4 answers · asked by Hebblethwaite 2

2007-09-06 04:16:01 · 2 answers · asked by K(old man) 2

I put in a new aftermarket radio in my car and when i would turn on the lights the gauge lights died and the radio died too so i changed the ground (think i ally put the radio ground to the dimmer line for the radio)on it but the problem is i have no running tail lights and my gauge lights don't come on at all....

now i checked the fuse box located at the driver seat but none where blown.... i think i blew the dimmer control switch but i have no idea where to look for that or if that is it. any help would be greatly appreciated....

kinda hard at night to hold a flashlight to the gauges while driving.... so i need help asap... thanks

2007-09-06 03:57:14 · 2 answers · asked by lp_kingdom88 1

My check engine light came on and I strongly assume it's a pretty serious engine issue being as they have been before. I'm used to dishing out around $300 - $450 when this happens. When it comes to engine work in particular, is Big 10 Tires comparable to a smaller, local mechanic for example? How about compared to Firestone or Kaufmann Tire?

2007-09-06 03:47:01 · 2 answers · asked by frysgirl 2

I would like to get some because of the brake dust problems on my wheels but i've heard that they overheat the brakes.Is this true??The shields say they are vented but i would like peoples opinion if they have had any experience with using them.They will be going on a full size pickup.Opinions??

2007-09-06 03:41:05 · 6 answers · asked by lift&shift 101 3

2007-09-06 02:48:40 · 9 answers · asked by colin050659 6

I have an auto. 1990 chevy camaro, I swapped the FI 305 for a carb. 350. All of the following problems have been getting worse and worse over time. My car will stall out and die while at idle after sitting for more than about 2 min. Car will stall and die while I'm driving down the road. Sluggish acceleration, a loss of power, occasionally briefly smell something weird but not often, catalytic converter seems hotter than it should be but not so hot that its glowing, engine running a little hotter than it should. Today it got so bad that it was constantly stalling out and dieing no matter what I did, and at one point I almost couldn't get it to start again, so once it finally started I had to go park it somewhere cause it was so unreliable. Any advice is greatly appreciated.

2007-09-06 02:46:54 · 10 answers · asked by nick 1

Ok you hear of the transmission fluid flush where they use the machine to "suck" all of the old tranny fluid out. does this only apply to auto transmissions? IS a "flush" needed with a manual transmission or do you just pull the drain plug, drain, and refill?

2007-09-06 02:07:31 · 12 answers · asked by TB28 2

i posted earlier about this so i got it to turn over and drove it for about 15 minutes i noticed that the interior lights flickered alittle even my speedometer dident work not sure why fuse? i come back and shut off the van and it wouldent start back up is this bad connections at the battery or something else im replacing the connectors today and will go from there

2007-09-06 00:22:33 · 4 answers · asked by joshockey43102 2

Last wk it clattered and died,it was taken to the garage whoo informed the dealer of the problem,who then informed me that i had not kept suffient oil in and had caused major damage to engine.(keep in mind i only bought it 21/2 months ago where it received a full service including oil change)result in £2000 of damage of which i am not covered.we called the garage bac for more details and they said they said there is suffient oil in there but theres sludge?? in bottomand have told us to fight it with the dealer. Anyone got a clue where i stand

2007-09-06 00:00:29 · 4 answers · asked by jo 1

I just recently got the thermostat on my car replaced and the guy told me that I needed a coolant level sensor because the old was bad and so he disconnected it. After a few days I kept smelling coolant and I looked for leaks under the car but I didn't see anything... After that my temperature guage has been acting wierd. It keeps moving around. One second its at the normal temp then the next its close to the hot temp. And back and forth during the whole drive. The car is not smoking and I opened the hood after driving it for a while and it seemed to be normal. (I touched a few parts) Could this have something to do with that sensor I need or is this another problem...He also flushed the coolant system out when he did the thermostat.

2007-09-05 23:24:36 · 4 answers · asked by D 3

I accidentally pumped leaded fuel into an unleaded engine,
what will happen to my vehicle?
would one tank full off leaded fuel jeopardize the engine system?
should it be serviced over fuel extract and replacement?
what should I do to my vehicle now?

2007-09-05 23:00:44 · 10 answers · asked by Bradley 2

looking to remove original stickon decals/badges but want to be sure not to damage duco

2007-09-05 22:53:29 · 5 answers · asked by rach 3

2007-09-05 20:14:05 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

About a week ago my car just quit with no warning. All the lights, air condition, and radio work so I know it's not the battery or altinater (don't know if I spelled that right). My power brakes and power steering stopped working when the car quit. There's a clanging noise, like a piston hitting a valve, coming from the enginge, which suggests that my timing is off. About how much would that cost to fix, or could it be something else.

2007-09-05 18:09:04 · 7 answers · asked by Guess 6

2007-09-05 17:56:11 · 4 answers · asked by kfount400 2

My fiance's car has been displaying a strange problem. It started when she would hit a bump in the road. The coolant and check engine lights would come one. Then it morphed into all the warning lights and the radio would die. Now last night, all she did was make a right turn, and the car completely shut off. Here's what I'm thinking.

Could something be messed up with the fluid in the battery? As in she takes a turn and all the fluid goes to one side of the battery? Or is it possible that the car is for some reason sensing low/no oil and shutting the car down to avoid damaging the engine?

The car is a 1999 Sunfire GT, automatic with the 2.4L DOHC engine. Thanks!

2007-09-05 16:51:38 · 4 answers · asked by minitransam 1