Maintenance & Repairs - November 2007

I have a 1999 Nissan Primera and i was wondering when i have to change the chain in the engine-is it on a certain millage or on an period of time?

2007-11-11 03:03:06 · 7 answers · asked by Painkiller 1

2007-11-11 02:55:41 · 6 answers · asked by Douglas H 1

I got a 1996 motorhome,428 ford.after about 100 miles light comes on...turn key off and light goes out and is ok till I use brakes a few times...key off and I'm good for awhile longer.Is it safe to keep going like this?

2007-11-11 02:49:27 · 5 answers · asked by mdnitson 1

Not a horribly large amount but still noticeable. Fluids are all tip-top...oil changes done on a regular basis...so why is my car running hot?

2007-11-11 02:42:15 · 8 answers · asked by ? 6

2007-11-11 02:37:30 · 6 answers · asked by Edward E 1

OK- I have a 99 grandam. For the last year or so, it's really hard to pump gas. Because it kind of shuts off every dollar or so. A few people told me it's the fuel lines or something, but I can't afford to have it fixed. It's just a pain when it's cold out, because it takes so long to put twenty dollars worth of gas in when it stops every couple cents!

Anyway.

The other day I was putting some gas in and it got all the way up to 3 dollars before it shut off! But- there was a gurgly noise coming from the gas tank, and then a bunch of gas came BACK OUT OF THE GAS TANK!!!! I mean, it didnn't burst out or anything! Just a whole bunch of gas drizzled back out of the tank and slid right down the side of the car!!!

What would make my car do that? and is it expensive to fix?!

2007-11-11 02:32:11 · 17 answers · asked by nikkilee911 3

2007-11-11 02:30:43 · 4 answers · asked by Geo 2

I have a 1999 Ford Windstar LX. I want to change the fuel filters, but I don't know where it is located.
I engine is cutting out a bit especially sitting on a down hill slope, I think hope its the filter(s)
Thanks

2007-11-11 02:20:09 · 5 answers · asked by Excellent Credit Service 2

The first thought it was the master cylinder so I changed it bled the system and did it again. I had changed the rear driver side cylinder four month ago so I thought it could be the passenger side this time, change it and the peddle went down again. I found out that I needed a special tool to bleed the ABS unit a Tech-1 or a Tech -2 device so I took to the dealer service dept. and they did it, and went soft again. All this took place a week ago and this week it was taking it back to the dealer to ask them to fix my truck. They said it was the master cylinder it was bad so can they replace it, I took it off and reprimed it and it was holding pressure before I took it in, so I said ok replace it. They were surprised to see me. I lost my brakes again they came back and told me that they didn't get all the air out and it's fixed now. Today is Sunday and I have nooo brakes again does anybody know whats wrong???

2007-11-11 02:16:02 · 4 answers · asked by mathew b 1

How much can I expect to pay to have a few stitches repaired and the bottom repaded on a leather car seat?

2007-11-11 01:27:16 · 5 answers · asked by reebius 2

Can I use a tire with slightly different aspect ratio than OEM? My Nissan Xterra OEM is a 255/65/16. Can I Use a 255/70/16 as a replacement?

2007-11-11 01:20:08 · 7 answers · asked by cdstorm2002 1

i have a renauly clio,2003.its a diesal car,and on the whole it runs ok.it has beem brought to my attention that i have blue smoke coming from my exhaust when i change gears.sometimes aswell when i put the heating on,i can smell oil burning.i had a service in august,and everything seemed ok at the timiplease could anyone help me with any suggestions as what to do.my oil usage is ok.

2007-11-11 01:18:53 · 20 answers · asked by michelle c 1

I reside in a dusty area so having major problem with dust all the time. My car attracts dust within 10mins of washing. Its so irritating that I've stopped cleaning/washing it. Every time I wash it, in a few minutes, there is a layer of dust on it. Waxing only worsens the situation.
Is there any coating/wax/polish/chemical which I can use to make the car anti static / dust.

2007-11-11 01:18:23 · 4 answers · asked by Ayush 2

didnt give it time to warm up.engine light blinks off and on

2007-11-11 01:12:19 · 4 answers · asked by James P 1

rough idle like it is missing . Yet when I accelerate it is OK .
Put new Bosch Platinum plugs less then one year ago , changed air filter at same time . All so changed PCV valve , and the vacum hose under manifold ( elbow formed hose ) had a hole in it , checked it again just to be sure it is OK . Put new idle regulator on at about same time . Did not change fuel filter . If that was it , wouldnt it act up on acceleration as well as idle ?

2007-11-11 00:56:32 · 5 answers · asked by bigfred1954 4

I can't put it in the shop right now because I need it for work. The problem I have is that it blows no heat what so ever. I can deal with it being cold, but not having the windows instantly frost up on the inside. Any tricks or ideas to try until I can get it fixed? Does rain-x work on the inside?

2007-11-10 22:08:53 · 5 answers · asked by 773H 4

2007-11-10 20:29:54 · 12 answers · asked by Stuart M 1

it has a 4A LC CAL engine, it's a 1982 toyota corolla LE recently the bolt holding the distributor in place came lose and it seems to have jumped time. any diagrams or information on how to properly repair this would be greatly appreciated

2007-11-10 19:14:14 · 1 answers · asked by IFuSMOKEcottonDOuGETpotnmouth 1

hey i was wondering if anyone had any good sites which could explain cars and mechanics to me? thanks!

2007-11-10 18:51:08 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

In a certain part of that tire has a bulge or bump around 20~25cm long in the middle not in the sides just the center!
I got the bulge 2 weeks ago and all remember was i put 30psi in all my tires. I didn't hit anything in that tire like a curb/pot hole..etc. But tomorrow am gonna lower my tire pressure to 27. Also i remember a day after i changed my tire my friend and even my parent told me the left side bounce alot do that come from the tire bulge cause i check my engine and suspension and they all good!

So any expert/pro mechanic out there can help me out please cause i don't live any nearby tire shop or any car shop! But i can fix my car.

Front 205/65/R15
Rear 215/65/R15

2007-11-10 17:26:17 · 13 answers · asked by ^.^ 2

2007-11-10 17:04:45 · 2 answers · asked by Mr T 1

the brake pads went down all the way than i pumped tem and it worked for like to stops, than pedal went down all the way again. Burning smell coming from back wheels? NO LEAKS
ON BRAKES... SO IS IT THE WORN OUT BRAKE PADS OR MASTER CYLINDER?

2007-11-10 16:28:58 · 8 answers · asked by torontomale29 1

2003 Saturn L200

My oil was bone dry because of an issue I had with my car. Went and had that issue fixed and the repair shop said they put in a quart of oil. I checked it and it was just barely at the "minimum" level, so I decided to add oil. I added about 4 quarts, and now I can't tell whether I'm just barely at the maximum level or way over it.

My dipstick is clearly at least at the max, but then just beyond the max there's a faint wetness (presumably oil). this is clearly different than the notches on the dipstick where there is a thick layer of oil.

I know that if you put in too much oil you can have major problems. And please don't lecture me about putting in 4 quarts at a time. Yeah I know I'm a moron. :-)

2007-11-10 16:08:55 · 10 answers · asked by ufralphie 2

pushing in on the button at the end of the signal indicator lever,does not affect it any....the transmission does seem to be shifting a little hard out of second gear or so.

2007-11-10 14:53:30 · 4 answers · asked by NEANUT 1

What will happen please explain carefully for 10pts

2007-11-10 14:33:14 · 7 answers · asked by David 2

Briggs&stratton quantum engine can it misfire if has old spark plug or if the timing is off?

2007-11-10 14:20:44 · 1 answers · asked by David 2

the bottom hose of the radiator goes to the water pump not sure if thats why the bottom hose is cold it gets warm however after driving it then stopping at a store or parking at my house with the engine off .i flushed my radiator hoping that would solve the problem not sure if it did the hose was warm while running but my temperature gauge goes to about 150 then the needle drops to 140.im thinking also the thermostat might be stuck open .im just wondering if i hurt anything by doing the flush system .ive had good heating in my car when the bottom hose was cold though

2007-11-10 14:18:03 · 1 answers · asked by jdurham31 1

The whole front end of my car is pretty crunched in and my air bag light came on, but the airbags didnt deploy. My car is only valued at about $10k right now....what is your guesstimate of the damages? Please help...I cant stop thinking and wondering about it.

2007-11-10 14:01:57 · 9 answers · asked by Lindsey R 1

happens when i turn sharp and sometimes when i stop really fast. oil pressure comes back up after a few seconds. have replaced oil pressure switch and did not change.

2007-11-10 13:57:43 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

I always check the gas cap that is the first thing the dealership does. Does anyone know of a good mechanic in riverside, CA? Someone who is honest & has a good reputation?

2007-11-10 13:55:12 · 3 answers · asked by chitown1120 1