1999 Oldsmobile Alero Fuel Gauge
In my 1999 Oldsmobile Alero for the second time we disconnected the battery to clean terminals, and the fuel gauge spun counterclockwise, is stuck against the full pin, and will not reset.
Reader Questions
1995 Ford Taurus
I have a 1995 Ford Taurus with 49k on the clock. However, its original owner let it sit for over a year because the front coil springs are shot. My question is do you have to re-align the front end on this particular car? I cannot find a caster/camber adjustment. I could adjust the toe, using the tie-rod end but that is about it. Do you have any suggestions?
2002 Toyota Corolla
My 2002 Toyota Corolla 121 car was parked for about 8 months. Just kept, I started to use it. There is a problem with the engine oil. Oil, which was in the engine, has got curdled. I changed it but no use. I am in Sri Lanka. We do not have good mechanics to do this. Please help me. I used the Flush also; still there are some thick pieces. How do I get rid of this?
1997 Chevy Cavalier
I have been told that a new fuel pump for a 1997 Chevy Cavalier is going to cost me at least $300, because of the special assembly. I know that fuel pumps are usually $40-$60. Can you offer me an alternative to such a costly part?
1996 Honda Prelude – Cruise Control Components Not Working
I have a 1996 Honda Prelude, 2.3L engine, and I just had the timing belt replaced, but now my cruise control is not working. It was working before I took it to the shop, I am wondering if it is just a coincidence, or if the timing belt had something to do with it.
1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT – Cooling System Pressure Test
I have 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT Non-Turbo with 140,000 miles. After replacing the timing belt and tensioner, I notice there was a leak that seems to come from my water pump, which was not there before. Therefore, I just bought a new gasket for the water pump, thinking that it is just that since I bought a new pump just a year before.
1998 Nissan Pathfinder – An Oxygen Sensor Fuel Pressure Regulator Problem?
My 1998 Nissan Pathfinder has approximately 195,000 miles. I just had my timing and drive belts (original) replaced as a preventive measure. Now, my “check engine soon” light has appeared on my dash. I was told that it was a possible oxygen sensor problem and or a fuel pressure regulator problem(s). What do you suggest?
1997 BMW M3 – How Do I Upgrade the Engine?
I own a 1997 BMW M3, which has been kept in good condition for several years. I recently got the opportunity to work in Germany. My location would allow me to perform some much-needed upgrades at significantly lower costs than I could ever wish for in the states. So my primary desire is to upgrade my engine. The US spec 3.2L M3 engine has about 240HP while the European spec engine has 321HP. Do you know anyone who has ever attempted such an upgrade and if you have any resources that might help me?
1999 GMC 4WD Sierra
I have a 1999 GMC Sierra, 4wd. Just recently, after towing a trailer, we noticed a smell from the rear Differential. The axle housing was very hot, yet we noticed no noise that you would expect from a bad differential. We changed the fluid, and cleaned the axle housing in the process. No noticeable shavings. The old oil, however was very black, and smelled horrible. After the fluid change, we notice the oil smell is still there, and the differential gets warm. I don’t want to change the differential if it is not needed. What are your thoughts?
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.