Archive for April, 2006

1993 Chevy Cavalier Idles Too High When at a Stop Light

I have a 1993 chevy cavalier good condition but I do have a question when i brake it at a stop light it seems to idol high do you know what would cause that and what I need to do to fix it.

Posted in: Running Problems

Car Idles Too High

I have a 1993 chevy cavalier good condition but I do have a question when i brake it at a stop light it seems to idol high do you know what would cause that and what I need to do to fix it.

Posted in: Running Problems

The Main Fuse Blows On My 2001 Pontiac Firebird – What Causes This?

My 19 yr old has a 2001 Pontiac Firebird. The car stops when she is driving. It is almost like the timing belt is broken. We took it to a dealer and all he did was replace a fuse and said there was nothing wrong. The fuse has had to be replaced 2 more times and I am afraid there may be a short in something causing this problem.

I Just Bought a Used 1999 Landrover Freelander – Are There Problems with the Engine and Clutch?

I recently bought a 1999 Land Rover Freelander with 44000 miles on it. It has a 1.8 liter gasoline engine and a 5 speed manual transmission. The motor and clutch are new, having been replaced by a Land Rover dealer.

Posted in: Reader Questions

I am Having Trouble With The Transmission and ABS System On My 2000 Ford Explorer

I bought a used 2000 Ford Expedition in the beginning of March of 2006. I recently learned that there is a problem w/ the ABS system and the Kings Auto mall Ford dealer is stating that to repair this issue I will need to get the HCU and ECU replaced.

Posted in: Reader Questions

The Battery Cable Melted In My 1994 Mercury Cougar and Now It Won’t Start

I have a 94 Ford Mercury Cougar v6 with 150,000 miles. I had noticed that my negative battery terminal had melted and got stuck to the battery. I had to get it off with a screw driver.

The A/C Blower Fan Buick Park Avenue Is Not Working

My 1995 Buick Park Ave has slight cool air coming from the vents like a wisp of air. No air blows through the vent like it should on any adjustment for A/C or heater. We replaced the fan motor still nothing. Could it be a fuse?

Posted in: A/C and Heating

I Have an Antifreeze Leak in My Buick Park Avenue – Could It Be a Freeze Plug?

I think there is a antifreeze leak in my freeze plug on my 1983 Buick Park Avenue. How can I tell if it is?

Posted in: Over Heating

The Battey In my 1995 Lincoln Town Car Goes Dead After a Few Days

To start, I have a ’95 lincoln towncar and it’s electrical system is acting up. I live at school and come home on weekends periodically, like maybe every 2 weeks or so. I know when you let a car sit it’s not exactly good for the battery.

The Fan Belt Tensioner on my 1998 C230 Mercedes Has Broken Twice in a Year

The fan belt tensioner on my 1998 C230 Mercedes has broken twice in the last 10,000 miles. Should I be concerned?

Posted in: Reader Questions