Maintenance & Repairs - September 2007

Does this mean my alternator's faulty?

I had batterys installed in 2006 in 2001 F 250. One went bad and both had to replaced in 2006 and then also again yesterday.

When I went to warranty them out, they said that the alternator boiled them out because the fluid was below the plate??

My mechanic isn't open till Monday now to ask, and I just spent $345 on new interstate batteries (diesel truck) and don't want to ruin them.

Any advice?

2007-09-01 07:24:07 · 3 answers · asked by Mulereiner 7

I have a Vauxhall Astra 1.4 and the image of the engine on the dashboard has been lit up whilst driving for a couple of days now.I only travel around 100 miles per week so i am not too worried.However the engine has now started to judder a little
especially when stood still.I plan to visit a garage soon but does anyone have any idea what the problem might be and how much for it to be fixed?

2007-09-01 07:08:40 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

how do i remove them can i have a good detailed description please tar

2007-09-01 06:35:01 · 8 answers · asked by jaydenreecetaylor 1

OK, I have been told that my 99 Express Van needs a new fuel pump, but I'm not so convinced. My van runs. It makes a little noise...kinda a puttering, not loud. The check engine light was on, but currently it's off. It seems from what I've been reading that if you need a new fuel pump, your car will not start, or it will stall and need to be restarted... It actually runs just fine, the puttering starts when I'm accelerating, but it does not slow the van down. I was told that I needed a new fuel pump, maybe a new compressor, and all new wiring and spark plugs! Total cost would be just under $3,000!!! Please, if you have any insight at all, please share.

Please, only people who are mechanics, or really know something about cars. Thank you so much!

2007-09-01 06:31:06 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous 3

I bought my car from a private party who happened to be a mechanic. When I got it, he told me to "always make sure to use synthetic motor oil."
I'm not a dumb chick but I kept putting off some work that needed to be done (ie. replacing gaskets that were needed on the motor and oil pan) so the car was consistently leaking oil and I needed to check it and replace what had been lost about every 2 weeks or so. Well at some point down the line, on the spot and unable to obtain synthetic oil, I used regular motor oil that I bought at the gas station.
Maybe I AM a dumb chick because I kept putting off the repair work and again and again I found myself using the crappy oil which was easier to get when on the fly.
I'm not sure if this is the problem or not but the car is running crappier and crappier and I'm worried that I made a small problem much worse.
I'm really scared to take the car to this guy for the job and admit that I didn't take his advice.
What do you think,?

2007-09-01 06:25:54 · 7 answers · asked by reenie 1

I put them on and forgot to take them off,drove a whole day on them til the nexts morning, than I pull the emergency down. I also have done it before but not all the time. Can they be mess up or not work when I really need them to work?

2007-09-01 06:07:49 · 6 answers · asked by msredbonel1 2

ford recalled my f250 for a "speed control system modification". A couple days later when accelerating it feels like it dies but engine just goes to idle and gas pedal does nothing, check engine light is on

2007-09-01 05:47:36 · 3 answers · asked by Kevin W 1

installed and speedometer and odometer dont work now took it back to tech he changed the speed sensor twice and followed all wires back up to but not behind dash and couldn' t find any thing wrong any one with any ideas

2007-09-01 05:45:28 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

2000 Chevy silverado V8 275,000 miles alot i know but still runs great

2007-09-01 05:36:30 · 9 answers · asked by gwood5turbo 3

Lately it takes me about a minute to get my car started because when I turn the key, nothing happens for a while. But finally, it struggles, but turns on. Is it the starter? How much is a new one?

2007-09-01 03:49:24 · 5 answers · asked by lamb 1

I know that I have to jack up the motor and take the pan off as well as the bearing cap. When I slide the side seals in and tap the pins in to seat it, do the pins stay in? Also, do I need any special tools?

2007-09-01 03:46:05 · 5 answers · asked by pilotjock 2

My 2001 Mitsubishi Galant needs a new radiator but how would I know if it's aluminum, steel, other, etc so I know which kind to go and buy. It seems like there is a price range for radiators. In other words, some are probably better than others. Thanks

2007-09-01 03:39:08 · 5 answers · asked by jambam 1

2007-09-01 03:35:34 · 2 answers · asked by mk_smoots 1

Can you tell me what this message means? Do I have to start worrying about my engine?

2007-09-01 03:31:58 · 2 answers · asked by magicbright2007 1

my transmission fluid is brown and is past full..i have a 98 chevy malibu.

2007-09-01 03:31:12 · 5 answers · asked by shanique 2

water suppose to run out the back but it comeing from the front

2007-09-01 03:12:22 · 5 answers · asked by joey p 1

I am looking for a quality installer to convert my existing unleaded gas Motorhome, so it will run on Propane instead. This will not only help the enviroment, but I can recieve a tax credit equal to 50% of the cost ($750.00) to install ($1500.00).

2007-09-01 03:09:33 · 3 answers · asked by jdcnt01 1

Auto Zone tells me after OBD scanner that I may need an "Air Filter"...or could be "fuses (probably not), or a connection hose may be loose.....What is an "AIR FILTER", is it expensive, and can my SMOG man do the repair ?

2007-09-01 03:09:28 · 4 answers · asked by kimmy3 3

Its a 74 CB500.Up to until 3 weeks ago it started on the 1st kick.Left for vacation, when i returned i started on the 1st kick but oil started to trickle from magneto side so after 5 minutes turned engine off. After 2 days wont start up to now.Cleaned the sparkplugs & check for spark-had good spark, then sprayed WD40 just incase rust had moved in. Removed the mufflers & found water inside then sprayed WD40 on the 4 exhaust valves just to be sure that incase insides rusted it would break the rust. Cleaned carbs, found a little water and drained fueltank to be sure.What more can I do to start up the bike, besides replacing the crankshaft oil seal to stop leak?

2007-09-01 02:38:26 · 5 answers · asked by ronniedr2003 1

I have a piaggio typhoon 50cc scooter, its full of fuel, and oil, the battery was flat, but its ok now. It electric starts, and revs when pulling the throttle back on the stand, when i walk nest to it its ok, But when i sit on it and try to ride off, it stutters and the engine cut out. Please help. I think theres something wrong in the clutch/gear bit.

2007-09-01 02:34:43 · 6 answers · asked by chefkevus 1

My 2001 Mustang gives me two trouble codes:

P1518 Intake Manifold Runner STuck Open (Bank 1)

P1401 Differential Press Feedback EGR Circuit High Input

What exactly do these codes mean and how do I fix it?

2007-09-01 02:14:56 · 3 answers · asked by denisse0824 1

I have a 1992 mini cooper. And i was wondering what is the biggest size wheels i could fit to it without cutting the arches etc?
Or do they not need cutting, even for 13" wheels? Please help.
Thank you!

2007-09-01 01:52:24 · 6 answers · asked by Dev 1

i have a 97 chrysler neon and was wondering whether it is possible to change it from a auto to a manual if so how is it done etc

2007-09-01 01:33:05 · 5 answers · asked by champion 1

I have a 2003 Hyundai Sonata 2.4L. Over the past week or so, I noticed the check engine light come on while in park and idling. Just prior to it coming on, the engine will all the sudden go from 750rpms to about 1300rpms then the light comes on. When I shut off the motor and then restart it again, the idle is normal and the light does not come on. I've taken it in twice to the Hyundai Dealer and had it looked at and tested but nothing comes up on the diagnostic.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.

2007-09-01 00:58:15 · 3 answers · asked by fnytms 2