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3answers
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What is causing steering wheel to vibrate?
I just hand my 1995 Jeep Grande Cherokee 4.0L straight 6 automatic in for tune-up (rotor, cap, wires, plugs, filters oil etc) and trans fluid service at special jeep repair shop. Also had the motor ...
5
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4answers
643 views
How to tune the ECU / fuel trim in a custom-built engine
I have a Gen VI 454 in my Suburban that needs some work. I'm thinking about turning it into a 496 stroker. Once I find a list of mechanical components (crank, cam, pistons, heads... everything) that ...
3
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1answer
63 views
Volkswagen Jetta Oil Pan Change
So recently I hit a speed bump and cracked a small section on the oil pan. I ordered one and received it. The problem is getting off the oil pan. On opposite sides there are about 6-7 screws which my ...
4
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2answers
229 views
Ford Escape 2002 idling rough in cold weather
Last week my 2002 Ford Escape started idling rough when the temperature was in the 30-40°F (-1°C to 4°C) range. It also seemed to have trouble shifting or something at 40-45 mph. I'd describe it as a ...
3
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6answers
2k views
1999 Mazda 626 Shakes when Idle
I've got a 1999 Mazda 626 that shakes really badly when idling. It gets a little better when put into neutral, but not much.
I've had two people suggest possibilities:
Fuel filter
Vacuum hose
...
2
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2answers
66 views
Should I grease an axle when I replace it on my motorcycle
I have a taken the front wheel out of my motorcycle to replace the tyre. When I put the axle back in is it a good idea to grease it? If so what type of grease should I use?
6
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2answers
74 views
What is the likelihood that my crankshaft is warped?
This may be an involved question so bear with me. :)
I have a 1998 Honda Accord EX (4cyl) with 281xxx KM, and last week I was told by my mechanic that the harmonic balancer is warped. And in fact, ...
7
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2answers
128 views
Can my tire blowout be attributed to a lower speed rating?
Yesterday I had a tire blowout. When I visited a tire shop (Costco Tire Center) afterward, the person there told me that my tires are under-rated for my vehicle. My vehicle is a Honda Accord 2002, ...
7
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3answers
692 views
How long can I drive on a donut spare?
This is a pretty common question and I get a lot of conflicting responses from "Extremely dangerous could blow out at any minute" to "I've driven on it for a month". A mechanic at midas told me I ...
4
votes
2answers
81 views
Is it necessary to have two ground wires (1 to engine and 1 to car-frame)?
My jeep's stock wiring has two ground cabled coming from the negative terminal. I recently upgraded all of my positive cables, and now I'm on to the negative. Is it necessary to have one cable going ...
7
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2answers
81 views
Is there a measurable benefit to replacing spark plug wires?
My 92 Civic has very old spark plug wires, probably original, but their resistance is in-spec (under 20k ohms), they have no external damage, and the vehicle has no misfire or other symptoms ...
0
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0answers
21 views
My battery was so dead that my battery charger wouldn't charge it at all [duplicate]
The battery in the car went completely dead because we left the lights on. It was so dead that the battery charger I have refused to charge it. When I connected the battery charger and pressed the ...
3
votes
1answer
1k views
Mercedes start/stop system doesn't always kick in
We're the (humbled) owners of a 2011 Class B Mercedes with an inbuilt ECO start/stop system. As far as I understand this is how it's supposed to work:
Gear in neutral.
Press the brake pedal all the ...
4
votes
1answer
145 views
Misfiring Engine Hyundai Accent Executive
My Hyundai Accent Executive is 2001 model. Recently the engine started misfiring badly during idling with Air conditioner on. It is almost like the engine is going to turn off any moment. The ...
3
votes
1answer
100 views
VW Golf 2.0 SDI (2005) - smokey when pulling away
Over the last 12 months I have noticed that as I pull away and put my foot down a little more, there is often a bit more of a cloud of smoke left behind. Its not thick smoke but still it seems like ...
3
votes
2answers
33 views
'03 Mazda Tribute needs jumped every time it starts
I have a 2003 Mazda Tribute. I'm not entirely sure what the problem is with the vehicle. I suppose it could be the alternator or just a dead battery, but could also be something more detailed.
I have ...
3
votes
2answers
67 views
Trunk lid release
I own a 2005 Ford Focus 4-door sedan. The button on the FOB and button on the dashboard to open the trunk no longer works. I can hear a click inside the car when I push the button. It started about 6 ...
5
votes
2answers
112 views
Clutch pedal no longer provides resistance, clutch won't disengage, what likely failed?
A little background information:
Car: 1993 Ford Mustang LX [2.3L I4], 5-speed T5 transmission.
I bought the car a few months ago, according to the previous owner the clutch was replaced fairly ...
2
votes
3answers
90 views
Can I reprogram my car for LED turn signals?
I put LED turn signals on my Jeep. Now my jeep thinks that the lights are burned out (which I was expecting). I ordered some 6ohm resistors so the car will think that there is a light plugged in. I ...
2
votes
3answers
141 views
08 f150 with vibration in the front driver side tire when turning left only.
2 months ago I installed a 2 inch suspension lift and replaced upper control arms, tie rods and shocks. The tires were pretty bad and got worse quickly. Vibration and noise started shortly ...
28
votes
15answers
67k views
Should I resurface or replace my rotors everytime I replace brake pads?
I have heard it is proper practice to replace or resurface your brake rotors every time your do a brake pad replacement. Does this need to be done every single time or is it overkill? Maybe it is ...
3
votes
3answers
91 views
How reliable is a second-hand Subaru 2.5 RS 04-05?
Basically, I've been a Subaru enthusiast for a few years but never been able to purchase one because I'm still a student. However, this summer I will be able to.
The issue is that I need a reliable ...
0
votes
2answers
220 views
How do I change the rear lights on Peugeot 307 CC?
How do I change the rear lights on Peugeot 307 CC?
The CC (Coupe) version doesn't seem to have a visible place to open the back light cover.
1
vote
2answers
50 views
Safe resistance between alternator and battery?
I am trying to figure out which awg of wire I need to get for my new, 160 amp, alternator. I found this chart which shows the resistivity/length of different wire gauges. Chances are that I will not ...
2
votes
1answer
52 views
Improving fuel economy in high-milage automatic transmission car
Obviously this question is similar to How to improve fuel economy in high-mileage car? except I am asking specifically about automatic transmission car.
The car still delivers lots of ...
1
vote
1answer
47 views
Why there is no injection on 1st and 4th cylinders in Fiat Punto?
I have Fiat Punto 2 1.2 with LPG (sequence, stag 4).
There is problem with the injection on the 1st and 4th cylinders. Sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn't. 2nd and 3rd work without problems. ...
2
votes
1answer
24 views
My 2009 Vauxhall Corsa D Won't Start
I measured the voltage of the battery without the key in the ignition and it's 12.6.
When I insert my key and turn on the ignition the electrics work fine, the headlights come on etc.
When I turn ...
1
vote
0answers
25 views
What is a good online service for getting Mercedes Benz car history reports?
I'm searching for a good and trusted service that provides car history reports (mainly for MB cars 1990+ models). I heard about these companies recently and I would like to know more about them. I'm ...
1
vote
1answer
46 views
Electrical problems due using battery charger as a jump starter
I have a 2003 honda civic, and the car battery went dead on me. I didn't have a jumper cable with me, but I had a car battery charger. So, I hooked it up to the battery and tried starting the car. ...
0
votes
1answer
51 views
Is it harmful to use Shell Super Petrol for my Honda Activa?
I live in India.
I ride a 2 wheeler named Honda Activa. Here are the specifications : http://www.honda2wheelersindia.com/activa/specifications.html
I use Shell Super Petrol. Here are the details :
...
11
votes
4answers
6k views
What are the risks of overfilling a small engine with oil?
I recently overfilled a 4 stroke lawnmower engine with oil. It has been run for about 1.5 hours while overfilled. It smokes a lot right after being started but after 30 seconds or so the smoke clears. ...
4
votes
4answers
2k views
2004 Ford Escape battery light comes on intermittently - what likely cause(s) are there?
I have a 2004 Ford Escape Limited on which the battery light has been coming on randomly for varying amounts of time while the vehicle is in active operation.
I have checked the battery cables and ...
2
votes
0answers
77 views
Getting the best results sealing head gasket leak with Blue Devil
The 1998 Subaru Outback I've been having cooling system problems with turns out to have a combustion gas leak into the coolant. I suspected this but couldn't get a test to turn up anything; taking it ...
4
votes
2answers
59 views
Overheating & coolant loss in 1998 Subaru Outback
I'm having trouble with this vehicle overheating, presumably from losing coolant. The problem is very similar to what's described here:
...
14
votes
8answers
10k views
Will higher octane fuel improve gas mileage?
I've heard from some people that high octane fuel will increase gas mileage. Around here, we have the basic unleaded(87), mid-grade(89), and premium(93 or 91). I've been using the basic 87 unleaded ...
3
votes
2answers
584 views
How do you troubleshoot cruise control? (Mazda Tribute 2005)
I just bought a used 2005 Mazda Tribute. The only problem I have with the car is that the cruise control doesn't work....and I have no clue how/where to start!
The cruise light on the dashboard ...
1
vote
0answers
14 views
2012 POLO 1.2 S hatchback service manual?
Is there an after market service manual for a my new polo? I have already tried haynes but it's not available for my model I need it before I start messing around with the electrics. I want to attempt ...
3
votes
2answers
35 views
2002 Saturn SL2 Stalls After Warmup No Spark
My SL2 stalls (it just cuts out, no warning) shortly after warmup (this all started right after I topped off the coolant after a low coolant light came on, although I don't know if they are related). ...
2
votes
1answer
78 views
2000 Camry P0446 Evaporative Emission Control System Vent Control Circuit Malfunction
I have a 2000 Camry with 86,000 mi the check-engine light came on 4 days ago.
It has come on intermittently in the past and then shut off itself.
This time it hasn't gone away. A Code reader shows ...
2
votes
3answers
35 views
Windshield wiper only making contact on the ends of the blade
My windshield wiper will NOT clean anything off except for the ends. My wiper arm was cracked at the bottom, so I replaced the entire arm. While I was at it, I replaced the entire wiper. Everything ...
2
votes
2answers
63 views
How to fix scratched glass
Recently I discovered that I have a small but a bit deep scratch on a rear door glass ( I have hatchback ). I am not sure how it happened but it is there now and it bugs me quite a bit.
Can I fix it ...
3
votes
1answer
73 views
Honda Prelude: digital fuel and temp gauges dimming and brightening repeatedly
I have noticed an annoying issue on my '94 (4th gen) Honda prelude. The digital petrol and temperature gauges appear very faint when starting the car. After about 5 mins they brighten again, only to ...
0
votes
0answers
27 views
Craftsman Bolt-Out and similar tools
I've seen Craftsman Bolt-Out mentioned in several questions/threads about removing stuck or rounded-off bolts, a problem I've run into many times. There's no particular problem I'm looking to solve ...
2
votes
2answers
56 views
Reverse parking sensors
I've been thinking on fitting an after-market reverse parking sensors for my car, and I found 2 options:
Electromagnetic
Ultrasonic
The Electromagnetic doesn't require to make holes in the ...
2
votes
3answers
6k views
What is the proper way to extract a broken sparkplug?
When dealing with a car with aluminum head(s), what is the proper way to extract a broken sparkplug?
3
votes
2answers
391 views
1997 Dodge Grand Caravan not starting, mystery wires?
1997 Dodge GC with 180k miles, has been sitting for maybe 6 months after being driven a little, and now it won't start. cranks fine, all electronics work, but doesn't fire. I checked there is fuel ...
3
votes
2answers
49 views
Creaking sound when turning
My car has developed an annoying creaking sound when turning. I'm trying to figure out what it is but I've hit the limit of my car knowledge now.
Car: 2003 Mazda Pretege5
Miles: 121K
The creaking ...
4
votes
3answers
1k views
Can a motorcycle's brake lever be bent back into shape?
I recently had a low speed spill on my bike leaving the brake lever rather bent. Can I bend it back (roughly) straight or it is likely to just break? Given that it is cast aluminium, I suspect is will ...
2
votes
1answer
46 views
What is an appropriate way to fix a floating gas needle, or weight down the float?
I may have to replace the fuel pump on my 2001 buick regal, and found a blog post here which was pretty detailed. The person who posted that weighed their float down with 12 gauge copper wire, ...
7
votes
2answers
3k views
Honda Civic (2004) gauge cluster is intermittently dead
My 2004 Honda Civic gauges have started failing in an intermittent way. When this happens, all the gauges (speedometer, tachometer, fuel, temp, LCD odometer) all read zero. When the gauges are in ...
