Maintenance & Repairs - December 2007

When I remove the oil fill cap, you can feel the pressure blowing! out of the hole. I have been told that this is common on these motors, but no one knows why. The clock reads 100k miles and it is NOT using oil.

Also it has developed a mild whine at startup when cold. This seems to be coming from the accesory drive end of the motor. Any thoughts on these items would be appreciated.

2007-12-26 06:42:45 · 5 answers · asked by Valentine 5

lots of water seems to be getting in the side but i cant find out from where

2007-12-26 06:42:37 · 2 answers · asked by grrrzippy 2

2007-12-26 06:38:18 · 7 answers · asked by beaches 1

I need to know what I need to do next. Do I start cleaning up all the glass and trash now? Do I take a photo of the damage first for insurance? Do I call the police and make a report? Do I call my insurance right away? Please!! What steps should I take?

2007-12-26 06:35:39 · 8 answers · asked by BlueWorld 2

Will putting in a new battery that is more powerful (cold cranking amps) then the stock battery cause the starter solenoid contacts to burn? Even though the battery has more amperage available won't the starter just use the amount of amperage it requires to turn the motor and no more.

2007-12-26 06:35:37 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

Would i need any other parts with the hub assembly or is that it? I figured I would buy the parts online because its cheaper than buying them at a shop. Then just have the mechanic put it on

2007-12-26 06:24:52 · 5 answers · asked by sockoslim06 1

i have a 03 trailblazer and put a remote start in it 2 days ago, and the next morning after using the remot start, the battery was dead. is there a connection, or is it just an old battery. thanks

2007-12-26 06:20:46 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have tried everything. Jiggling it , turning the wheel, stepping on the brake too. It is a 2001 ford escort if anyone can help. Please.

2007-12-26 06:08:39 · 6 answers · asked by rosie*777 2

2007-12-26 06:01:52 · 14 answers · asked by KERRY G 1

I have a 2 gas vehicles. I was wondering if it is better to let them warm up or get in and go during the winter. If it is better to let them warm up, how long? My diesel takes bout 15 minutes before it will groan out of the driveway.

2007-12-26 05:57:24 · 5 answers · asked by bitterroot_brats 1

It is a 2003, 3.4 liter. It is running rough too. Maybe a fuel injector?

2007-12-26 05:19:32 · 8 answers · asked by brandon m 1

It has a few dings but one dent above the wheel well that really bothers me. I foolishly bought the Dent King with was horrible!!!!!!!! What are other products or repairs other than the pricey repair shops?

2007-12-26 05:07:13 · 2 answers · asked by Peter C 3

I have a Vauxhall corsa LS 3 dr hatchback, 973 cc petrol engine car. The colour is a kind of dark navy blue. How can I find the name of the colour so I can touch up some rust spots and some scratches in the bodywork?
Thank

2007-12-26 04:39:41 · 15 answers · asked by exploding_pants 2

My fiance bought a car this morning (used), and as I was putting plates on it, I realized a clear fluid was leaking from the tail pipe. The car was on (heating up as it is winter) at the time, but it did not look like it had been leaking before that. My mechanic took a look at it a few days ago (before the purchase) and could find nothing wrong but a few superficial dents. It was raining at the time he checked the exhaust however, so he may not have realized if fluid was leaking. Any ideas of what the fluid might be/what the problem might be?

2007-12-26 04:06:42 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-12-26 03:46:40 · 12 answers · asked by Dub 2

I'm due for the 30k scheduled maintenance on my 2005 Honda Accord V6. It includes a 30 point inspection, air filter replacement, oil change, tire rotation and balance, transmission service, etc...The cost was quoted at $489. Is this an average cost?

2007-12-26 03:43:49 · 4 answers · asked by Dayna 2

2007-12-26 03:40:06 · 2 answers · asked by Marmar 2

2007-12-26 02:55:24 · 8 answers · asked by cubsandbears 2

ican reset change oil light at fuse panel but ican not figure out how to get service soon light to go out thank you

2007-12-26 02:31:01 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-12-26 02:28:09 · 8 answers · asked by Scott B 1

2007-12-26 02:25:27 · 1 answers · asked by BORRING 1

2007-12-26 02:00:31 · 7 answers · asked by stevepoff4 1

2007-12-26 01:57:16 · 5 answers · asked by ik 1

The batteries are lead acid. Will it damage them to charge at 4amp from new?

2007-12-26 01:33:53 · 5 answers · asked by billbob 1

i want to put a stereo dvd player in it i just need a wire color code diagram for a 97 dodge 1500 but i cant find it anyplace. and idea`s?

2007-12-26 01:17:14 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

... of the wiper arm appears to be stripped smooth. Shouldn't the seat have small teeth that lock onto the spline of the motor shaft? The good wiper arm (which I also took off) appears to be smooth too. Maybe all I need to do is tighten it real good?

2007-12-26 00:07:33 · 5 answers · asked by outlaw07480 2

I know they have to thwart casual vandals, but given that you are working from inside the car, it can't be beyond the wit of man to design something that's intuitive and doesn't require tools.

2007-12-26 00:07:19 · 10 answers · asked by ? 5

wiper arm on driver's side is stripped but i can't figure out how to remove the arm so i can replace, anybody know the secret ?

2007-12-25 23:49:59 · 3 answers · asked by postalboi 1

All lugs but one will come off and its stripped. i dont know what to do. i cant spend much. any ideas would help.

2007-12-25 18:58:08 · 12 answers · asked by lisa T 1

I have a 2004 Hyundai Accent that is doing really weird things. A couple months ago, the check engine light started to flash every time I fill up with gas. The car shudders at idle, almost like it's going to stall, but when driving is fine. The engine light flashes while the car is moving, is off when the car is shuddering in idle, and comes on solid when the car is idle and not shuddering.
I've taken it to the dealership and to AutoZone for diagnostic work, but I can't seem to be told what the problem is and I don't want to do $700 dollars of work that the dealership "thinks" might fix the problem.
I commute an hour to work and an hour home, and this is making me pretty nervous. I'm a stickler for maintenance on my car, so there's nothing that I've missed as far as service. The car is ready for it's 45,000 service soon, and it will go in, but I want to get this problem fixed first, so the dealership doens't try to work one over on me.

Thanks!

2007-12-25 15:29:41 · 12 answers · asked by cutengraceless 2