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By January 17, 2007 0 Comments Read More →

1992 Mercury Topaz – Engine Shakes and Makes Noise

When I start up my 1992 Mercury Topaz, it starts to shake and makes a loud noise. I was told that it might need a tune up or exhaust system, or it could be the shocks. I wanted to check with you first before I did anything. Could you tell me what might be wrong with it?

Posted in: Running Problems
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2002 Hyundai Elantra – Engine Running Problem

When I start my 2002 Hyundai Elantra POS car my RPM shoot to about 3000 then slowly keep rising. Also, when I drove it my car, for the lack of a better term, drove itself. I would let off the gas and it would maintain speed with a little decrease in speed. I know it needs work just hoping I could have some info before I go in there.

Posted in: Reader Questions
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1998 Grand Prix – AC Blower Problem

My 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix has a problem. When we last were in the car the AC blower wasn’t working on speed 5, then all of a sudden it started working on 5 and won’t shut off (even when the car is turned off). Any suggestions? Can this be fixed without to a garage or car electrical specialist? I am looking for a quick fix if possible.

Posted in: A/C and Heating
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2000 Chevrolet Malibu – How to Locate the Fuel Filter

My 2000 Chevy Malibu car turned off on us and it does not start. I believe it is either the fuel filter or fuel pump. How can I tell the difference? I cannot locate the fuel filter on this car. I looked underneath the chassis but I cannot locate it. Do you have a picture of where it is located?

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1997 Buick Century – How Do I Install or Repair Electric Window Motors?

I drive a 1997 Buick Century with electric windows. I read you article about the dome light and hitting the passenger side door, the one with the problem. Neither the dome light dimmed when I tried the switch or hitting it worked. What should I do next?

Posted in: Used Parts
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2002 Volkswagen Passat Engine Problem – Does Not Go Faster and Makes Weird Noise

My 2002 Volkswagen Passat shows warning, Oil Pressure Please See Manual and in big letters, it says STOP, repeatedly on dashboard. When I step on the gas, it does not go faster. It is making weird noise. Please advice.

Posted in: Running Problems
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Where Can I Find a Top End Seal Kit for 1986 3.8l OMC Chevy?

I am looking for a top end seal kit for a 1986 3.8l OMC Chevy motor. Where can I order that?

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2000 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Automatic Transmission

I have a 2000 Jeep Wrangler Sahara edition with an automatic transmission. It has 92,000 miles on it. I have changed the filter and fluid twice since I have had it. I bought it at 30,000 miles. It has had small amounts of metal in the pan (magnet). Is this normal or am I looking at rebuilding it (transmission) soon? I keep a close watch on fluids. It is always at the correct level.

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Ford Fairmont – Electrical System Problems

My Ford Fairmont has intermittent symptoms – Battery indicator light on, charge indicator going off end of scale, engine power decreases as if dropping down a gear. Sometimes, I can go a full half an hour’s journey. At other times, the above symptoms are happening quite frequently within just a couple of miles.

By January 16, 2007 0 Comments Read More →

1996 Cadillac Deville – Rear View Mirror Broken

My girlfriend drove me home the other night in my 1996 Cadillac Deville. While driving, she adjusted the mirror and the piece or bar holding the mirror to the windshield, broke clean. What I should do in order to fix the mirror/bracket problem?

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